Urban Velo

Product Reviews

Bern Morrison

Bern Morrison

Bern has been a mainstay in the urban cycling scene for some time now, and they’ve been successful in the skate, snow and watersports..

December 11, 2013 with 0 Comments
NiteRider Pro 1800 Race

NiteRider Pro 1800 Race

For those who need a really bright headlight—I mean a really bright headlight—I call your attention to the NiteRider Pro 1800..

November 27, 2013 with 2 Comments
Osprey Pixel Port

Osprey Pixel Port

The Pixel Port is part of Osprey’s Portal Series, which puts an emphasis on carrying and accessing your personal..

November 25, 2013 with 0 Comments
DZR Marco SPD Polo Shoe Review

DZR Marco SPD Polo Shoe Review

The DZR Marco is a polo-specific SPD-compatible high-top built around a nylon shank that provides a strong, stiff platform for efficient..

November 21, 2013 with 0 Comments
Swiftwick Sustain

Swiftwick Sustain

Swiftwick’s Sustain line is the only sock on the market that’s made using Repreve post-industrial recycled nylon. These..

November 12, 2013 with 0 Comments
Five Ten Freerider VXi Elements

Five Ten Freerider VXi Elements

Five Ten’s Freerider VXi are high-performance cycling shoes for use with flat pedals. Their primary features are the use of Stealth..

November 11, 2013 with 0 Comments
Swift Industries Pelican Porteur Bag Review

Swift Industries Pelican Porteur Bag Review

Racks, baskets and on-the-bike bags are essential accessories for making cycling a part of everyday life, at least as far as I’m..

November 5, 2013 with 3 Comments
Road Runner Bags Rolltop Review

Road Runner Bags Rolltop Review

I wanted a go-anywhere carry-anything backpack, and I’d long been searching for a big bag that didn’t swallow me whole..

October 21, 2013 with 1 Comment
All-City Macho Man Disc Review

All-City Macho Man Disc Review

Cyclocross bikes have long made great commuter bikes. Slightly overbuilt frames and parts, lower gears, stronger brakes, and clearance for..

October 15, 2013 with 1 Comment
NiteRider Lumina Micro 220

NiteRider Lumina Micro 220

NiteRider has taken their very successful Lumina headlight and made a lighter, more compact version. They’ve kept many of the..

October 15, 2013 with 1 Comment