In this article I will review the Schmolke TLO lightweight carbon bottle cage for the Canyon Ultimate CF SLX 8.0 Di2. While I’m very please with the Tune Wassertrager 2.0 water bottle cages, I wanted something else and the weightweenie in me started some research.
Powerbar Powergel Hydro Mojito + Caffeine
In this article I will share my view on the PowerBar PowerGel Hydro in Mojito flavor with 51 mg of caffeine added. This Powerbar energy gel of 67 ml per portion has a 2:1 Carb Mix formula. I will try to compare with energy gel products from other brands (despite I’m not using these a lot).
Weldtite Chain Cleaning Machine
In this article I will write down my experience with the Weldtite Chain Cleaning Machine, which is the only comparable quality alternative (in my point of view) to the Muc-Off X3 Dirty Chain Machine. There are some differences with both machines as well (especially in the locking both halfs of the cleaning machine)
BibBits Race Number Magnets with safety pin print
In this article I will share why every cyclist and runner should have a set of BibBits Race Number Magnets. My girlfriend purchased a set of these when she was running a half marathon at Arrow Venloop 2025. During my recent Alpe d’HuZes 2025 participate I had my fight again with the safety pins to get the race number on.
Tacx Daiya O2 water bottle 550ml review
In this article I will share my thoughts about the Garmin Tacx Daiya O2 water bottle in an Amacx Sports Nutrition branded version. The Tacx Daiya O2 water bottle is also the go to water bottle from world tour team Visma Lease a Bike. I will try to compare with the Elite Fly and Elite Jet water bottles, that normally go onto my bikes.
Born Block with Magnesium and Caffeine
In this short article I would like to highlight the Born Block with Magnesium and Caffeine, with a great slogan on the packaging: “Born to Push the Limits“. In my simple words it is the classic Dextro Energy Glucose Classic on steroids.
Craft Cadence TPU Inner Tube for Road and Gravel
In this article I will share my thoughts about the Craft Cadence TPU Inner Tube, which takes a different design approach than RideNow- and CYCLAMI TPU Inner Tubes. I’ve ridden all of these TPU Inner Tubes and compare against the Pirelli RoadTube – Butyl Inner tube.
Fusion Mens C3 T-Shirt review
In this article I will briefly review the Fusion Mens C3 T-Shirt that is a perfect clothing item to recharge and use off the bike. Please note that Fusion also has a complete cycling clothing-line for men and women. At a later point in time I might review one of the Fusion Tempo! bibshort or a Fusion Cycling jersey.
Crankbrothers Cleat Tool for Shimano SPD
In this article I will review the Crankbrothers Cleat Tool for Shimano SPD, Time ATAC and Crankbrothers Eggbeater cleats. It is a small tool that might be able to compete with the Ergon TP1 Cleat Tool for Shimano SPD. I will share my experiences and why I think it should be part of your travel toolbox.
C-Bear BB86/BB92 Ceramic Bottom Bracket PF41–AC for All Conditions
In this article I will look at the C-Bear BB86/BB92 Ceramic Bottom Bracket PF41-AC for all conditions. It is a press fit BB86/BB92 bottom bracket for Shimano GRX 820 Hollowtech II cranks on a Canyon Grizl CF SL8 1by gravel bike. Unfortunately the default Token Ninja BB4124PS bottom bracket started making funny noises.
Finally I will compare this PF41-AC all condition C-Bear Ceramic Bottom Bracket with the C-Bear Ceramic Bottom Bracket for BB86/BB92 PF41 with R (road) ceramic bearings, in the Canyon Ultimate CF SLX.