Posted on: Jan 28
Bell is one of the oldest and most-respected names in cycling safety equipment. Formed more than fifty years ago as an auto parts manufacturer, they have over time become one of the leaders in helmet manufacturing for bicycling and motorcycling of all types.
The helmet pictured at right is their model 7R. …
Posted on: Jan 21
These riding boots from Teknic are stylish as well as versatile. The safety feature list is quite extensive, but let’s start with the versatility.
The Powerskin II liner encompasses the entire boot, providing waterproofing as well as breathability. This should allow you to use these boots in almost any weather condition.
The dual-density rubber …
Posted on: Jan 13
More than a traditional chest protector, this Ballistic Jersey from EVS adds a fully-integrated belt to protect the kidney area. This makes it a complete upper-body protection system.
The shields are made of six-hundredths-of-an-inch thick molded plastic, with foam panels. These panels are made of “Extreme V Ballistic Cross-Link” which provides extra impact …
Posted on: Jan 11
These overpants are appropriate for all-weather riding. They are waterproof and include a removable insulated cold-weather liner.
The Hypertex material is designed to breath like mesh, allowing for airflow despite its waterproof quality. Once the ride is over, typical water-proof pants can feel like a roasting bag — the breathability of these pants …
