In this article I will share my view on the Assos Chamois Crème that I just use for those intensive long training rides or granfondo efforts, where a lot of torque needs to be put on the pedals without standing on the saddle. It reduces the friction and later I will try to compare with the Born Sportscare No Friction Cream.
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Selle Italia Flite Boost X-Cross TI 316 Superflow Saddle
In this article I will share my experiences with the Selle Italia Flite Boost X-Cross TI 316 Superflow Saddle in color grey that I use on my Canyon Grizl CF SL 8 1-by gravel bike. I’m using the S3 version with a saddle width of 135 mm. (while the L3 version has a width of 145 mm.) on top of the Canyon Ergon S15 VCLS 2.0 27.2mm CF Seatpost.
Hazet 2162M Mini Grease Gun
In this article I will review the Hazet 2162M Mini Grease Gun that I have on my work bench since the early 2000’s. While it started to lubricate my Speedplay Zero Stainless pedals it has grown into an allround product that is helpful in many use case, where precision application is required.
Stan’s Race Day Tubeless Sealant review
In this article I will share my experience with the Stan’s Race Day Tubeless Sealant for the Vittoria Mezcal Endurance Gravel tires powered by the Graphene compound. Stans is know for its rims and wheels, and the Stans Race Day sealant is an alternative for the Silca Ultimate Tubeless Sealant.
Pedros Chain Checker Plus II
In this article I will show the design and capabilities of the Pedros Chain Checker Plus II which can do more than simply checking the wear of your chain. I will try to compare with the Park Tool CC-4 Chain Checker that lacks these additional capabilities.
Camelbak Podium Water Bottle
In this article I will share my thoughts on the Camelbak Podium Water Bottle that I will test with the Tune Wasserträger 2.0 carbon bottle cage, the Schmolke TLO carbon bottle cage and the Elite Rocko Carbon water bottle cages. Furthermore I will try to compare with Elite Fly, Elite Jet and Specialized water bottles.
Pirelli RoadTube – Butyl Inner tube
In this article I will share my view about the Pirelli Roadtube, a lightweight butyl inner tube from Pirelli for disc and rim brakes. For Alpe d’HuZes 2025 I’ve opted for Pirelli P Zero Race TT Road tires and replaced the TPU inner tubes for the Pirelli Road Tubes.
Topeak Shuttle Gauge Digital review
In this article I will share my thoughts about the Topeak Shuttle Gauge Digital that I use in combination with the SKS Germany Rennkompressor floor pump and a Tire Pressure Calculator. Getting your tire pressure right is extremely important, and something I certainly got wrong for a long time (to much pressure in my road race tires).
Breathe Right Nasal Strips – Back in Le Tour de France
In the article I will try to share my own experiences with the Breathe Right Nasal Strips, and combine it with what I can find on scientific evidence and support. In the 2025 Tour de France we see the nose strips again, with Visma Lease a Bike even wearing pink ones in stage 10 on 14-07-2025.
BSCTools Shimano Preload Tool Bit for Hollowtech II Cranks
In this article I will review the BSCTools Shimano Preload Tool Bit for Shimano Hollowtech II cranks. It is basically a 1/4″ bit with pre-loadcap-shape that can be used with the BSCTools SDH-1 screwdriver, or with the Hazet 2262 screwdriver with 1/4″ bitholder or the PB Swiss Tools PB 186.6-100M bitholder screwdriver.