Urban Velo

Product Reviews

Specialized EMT Comp Multi-Tool

They say a chain is only as good as its weakest link. I’ve got my own saying: a multi-tool is only as good as it’s..

September 24, 2008 with 2 Comments

Swiftwick Socks

A while back Swiftwick sent us a care package of plain black cycling socks. Like most marketing departments, they weren’t shy about..

September 19, 2008 with 5 Comments

Panaracer RiBMo Tires

Flat tires are the bane of an urban cyclist’s existence. For years manufacturers have been making flat resistant tires, using all..

September 16, 2008 with 19 Comments

Paul Components Flatbed Rack

Paul Component Engineering has been around the block, maybe even a few times, and long ago secured their place in the bicycle history books..

September 15, 2008 with 2 Comments

Ryders Eyewear Tarmac

Ryders Eyewear is best known for offering value-conscious sunglasses and goggles. And many of us welcome an alternative to companies that..

September 8, 2008 with 2 Comments

Planet Bike Spok Lights

The Planet Bike Spok headlight and taillight are an exercise in minimalism. Easily mounted to a variety of surfaces with a simple hook and..

August 25, 2008 with 3 Comments

Crumpler Thirsty Al

Unless you live under a rock you’ve heard of Crumpler, the Australian messenger bag company. They’re known for their unique..

August 21, 2008 with 0 Comments

Caravan/Prague DVD

The International Monetary Fund and World Bank meetings attract considerable attention no matter what city around the world they are held...

August 12, 2008 with 0 Comments

Salsa La Cruz – So Far, So Good

For the past few months my personal bikes have been all but completely neglected in favor of the Salsa La Cruz. The shiny orange steel..

August 11, 2008 with 24 Comments

Soma New Xpress 700×35

The Soma New Xpress tires are designed to be the ultimate commuter tire. Made in Japan by the mighty Panaracer, the New Xpress tires..

August 4, 2008 with 7 Comments