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.
Framesandgear Titanium bolts for Canyon Gear Groove Mount
In this article I will provide my view on the Framesandgear Titanium bolts for Canyon Gear Groove Mount (in color black) that keep SlopeRoad Gear Groove Computer Mount for Garmin and Wahoo Cycling Computers mounted on the Canyon CP0047 Integrated Cockpit of the Canyon Ultimate CF SLX 8 Di2.
SlopeRoad Gear Groove Computer Mount for Garmin & Wahoo
In this article I will share my experience and thoughts about the SlopeRoad Gear Groove Computer Mount for Garmin and Wahoo Cycling Computers. I will also give some background information about SlopeRoad and their production of the computer mount as well as the installation process on my Canyon Ultimate CF SLX 8 Di2.
6D Sports Chew review – Grapefruit with Caffeine
In this article I will review the 6D Sports Chew in flavor Grapefruit with additional caffeine. A sports chew is smaller bit with a gelly structure (vastly different from an energy bar, that has a more solid structure). Personally i always prefer not super sweet flavors and some added caffeine is nice, so I would go for a test. The 6D Sports Chew is formerly known as Energy Fruit.
Hazet 863P 1/4″ Reversible ratchet
The Hazet 863P 1/4″ reversible ratchet is in my toolbox for a long time. I have a set of Hazet reversible ratchets with 1/2″, 3/8″ and 1/4″ sockets. Reliable, well engineered and very useful to have in the tool cabinet of a home mechanic. I will briefly compare with the Wera Zyklop 8000 series ratchet.
Pirelli P Zero Race TT Road tire review
In this article I will share my experiences so far of the Pirelli P-Zero Race TT road tire that I’ve put on my Canyon Ultimate CF SLX 9.0 for Alpe d’HuZes 2025. I just wanted to try something new to see how these tires compare against Specialized S-Woks Turbo T2/T5 tires.
Falke BC Impulse Cycling Socks
In this article I will share my experience with the Falke BC Impulse Cycling Socks in white (with red Falke branding) with its innovative mesh sole under the ball of the foot. Falke is the preferred brand for my hiking socks always using the TK1 model, so let’s see what the unique differentiators are from the Impulse Cycling Socks.
Amacx Energy Nougat Bar review
In this article I will review the Amacx Energy Nougat Bar in flavors Cranberry and Papaya. This Energy Nougat Bar from Amacx Sports Nutrition is 37 grams in weight and consists of about 32 grams of carbohydrates. I will try to compare this energy bar with the Sports Nougat Bar from 6D Sports Nutrition, the Powerbar Energize Original or the Win2 Energy Bar with chia.