Review: MTB Cycling SPD Shoes from FOTGROY

So my old MTB cycling shoes have been wearing out for the past year or so but never saw anything I liked. While searching on Amazon it came across these. I wasn’t so sure about the sizing as I’ve heard sizing with cycling shoes can be an issue but just got the biggest men’s size and took a leap of faith.

 

I have to say I’m kinda liking these shoes after a week of riding. Surprisly comfortable and support my feet quite well. I’ve watched other cyclist walking around on these kinds of shoes and always looks like they are walking on ice. Yes you have to think alittle more when walking but it has already become second nature to me. Maybe if I added some rubber pads to the surfaces used for walking on to make it alittle more non slip on hard floors etc.

The clip itself feels hard wearing just have to make sure to not over tighten and break it. Velcro feels it could last a long time as with my previous clip in shoes the Velcro has stopped sticking and would flap about when riding but I have had those shoes for many years and a few thousand miles.

Still early days but I’m happy with them and kinda broken them in abit.

Mens Womens MTB Cycling Shoes, SPD 2 Bolts Pedals Compatible, Indoor Exercise Bike Shoes

till the next ride, bee safe.....

Review: Brompton Puncture Pouch & Multi-tool - 16inch wheel version

While surfing looking for new things to get for The Brompton BumbleBee SE.

As any half decent cycle rider would always have a puncture repair kit with them at all times I thought I’d give new to me Brompton Puncture Pouch & Multi tool repair kit a try.

As always coming from Brompton it was very stylist and pretty well made item.

very understated Mutli tool which had all the needed tools for a puncture to be repaired out in the wild, to get you back home for a nice hot coco / ice cold beer (depending on time of year)

I was abit surprised to find an inner tube for a Brompton but no patches. It’s big enough to put a few more little things in like patches, extra glue even a CO2 canister.

The stamp of approval from Brompton as always looks so cool.

Actually fits pretty snug in the frame and with the rubber material & single strap it would be hard pushed to see it dislodged on a normal ride. Even over cobbles I would be surprised if it came loose.

I dont think i have ever seen one out in the wild myself but me personally after actually seeing it in person and fitted on my Special EditionI cant say that I’m a fan. I like the clean lines and look of a Brompton and this is just an odd thing to me. And tbh for the price I’d expected a lot more.

In the end I did return it for a proper Brompton Tool kit thats inserted in the frame tube. I’m just used to finding my toolkit there out of the way like a secret compartment 

till the next ride, bee safe.....

Review: EBUYFIRE ultra Bright Smart Bike Tail Light

• The Legend & N+1 needed some backup rear lights and I opted for this little find on Amazon.
  
  
  

• WIDE FIELD of VIEW : 180 Degree field of view degree wide angle design, the led bike light will make you more visible for other road users in dark night or daytime. It will be great for your extra security in ridingequipped with ultra bright wide beam LED, will make you more visible for other road users.

• INTELLIGENT BRAKE SENSOR: A build-in integrated accelerometer ensures accurate brake detection. With the brake sensor, Automatic ultra bright brake light will automatically light up after braking.The bicycle light is super bright and highly visible from a distance, really catch attention to enhance your safety.

• SENSING FUNCTION: In Fast Flash and Breathing mode with light sensor, the flashing light will turn on automatically in low brightness and turn off in high-intensity light. Save your time to switch the bike tail light

• WATERPROOF & RECHARGEABLE: IPX5 waterproof bike tail light against splashing water from any angle. Built-in 400mAh Polymer Lithium battery comes with a USB cord that charges from your computer, wall charger, power bank or any other device with a USB port. After charging for 2 hours, the tail light can work for 25—50 hours in different modes. Please charge in time when the power is low. Long-term low power will damage the battery and cannot be recharged.

• EASY INSTALLTION: Saddle mounting and Seat Post mounting offered fit on any road bikes.Saddle mounting bracket and adjustable silicone strap provided, make the bicycle rear light flexible to quick install or detatch on bicycles, seat post, helmet. Very convenient to unscrews from the mount cap for recharging

I like this light as it acts like a brake light when stopping even in the daytime. Every little advantage to help me keep safe on the roads I’m all for.

Even though the legend has a dynamo lights it’s always good to have a little backup. Especially seeing the wiring on the legend has been playing up lately to the rear brake lights. (Got a replacement on order)

EBUYFIRE ultra Bright Smart Bike Tail Light

till the next ride, bee safe.....