We review the newest light offering from Blackburn Design. While more known for their small lights powered by disposable batteries, Blackburn is venturing into brighter territory.

Timothy O’Donell will be riding a Trek Speed Concept moving forward and he was just fitted by 51 Speedshop fit guru Mat Steinmetz.

We take an in-depth look at the unique chainring technology from USA-based WickWerks. They look unlike anything out there – could they be the key to a perfect front shift?

Today we look closer at the Smart ENVE System 3.4 carbon clinchers, a beautiful wide and shallow wheel set from the Ogden, Utah based brand.

We test the Attack and Force tire set from Continental. Featuring a staggered 22/24mm width, Conti says that they offer unique benefits in handling, aerodynamics, and rolling performance.

This is our road test and review of the new clincher wheel offering from Easton – the EC70 SL. It’s a carbon and aluminum hybrid, and sets out to be the jack of all trades for training and racing.

We look at the 2013 shoe line from French manufacturer, Mavic. While known primarily for wheels, they have many options in shoes and make a decidedly nice pair.

We look at the recently revised tire sealant formula from Italy-based Effetto Mariposa. The product name remains the same, but the sauce is said to be much improved.

While we were in Kona we had the opportunity to snap a few pics of Ben Hoffman’s Specialized S-Works Shiv. He though was there to train and not to race.

We review the 2013 Zipp Super-9 Carbon Clincher disc wheel. Claimed to be the “fastest wheel ever”, we take a close look at this new disc to find out for ourselves just how fast it is.

Dirk Bockel may have a fractured hand but he is certainly not someone who should be counted out. We look closer today at his 2012 Kona ready Trek Speed Concept.

The custom painted 2012 Scott Plasma 3 of Luke McKenzie is quite a stunning piece of art and it certainly catches the eye. Here is a closer look at this Kona race bike.