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 Race...

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 technology—your..

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 beneath it. The..

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