Urban Velo

Product Reviews

White Industries ENO Single Speed Cranks

The White Industries ENO singlespeed crankset is not only a beautiful example of industrial design, it’s one of the very few..

September 21, 2010 with 6 Comments

Topeak ALiEN III CB DX

In the mountain bike community, the Topeak Alien has long been heralded as the veritable Swiss Army Knife of bicycle multi-tools. And while..

September 15, 2010 with 5 Comments

Lazer Nirvana Helmet

The Nirvana is Lazer’s top of the line mountain bike helmet. And as many of you know, lots of mountain bike equipment does double..

September 13, 2010 with 0 Comments

Bianchi Super Pista and Pista Concept Compared

The Bianchi Pista Concept has been a desirable frameset for some time, even more so since it became hard to find and was eventually..

August 31, 2010 with 4 Comments

Pryme Foot Straps

Taking more than just a cue from the most highly respected foot strap manufacturer, Pryme entered the market with a comparable, more..

August 30, 2010 with 6 Comments

Brev M Classic Saddle

For many urban cyclists, the Brev.M Classic saddle is just what the doctor ordered… It’s shaped like the classic saddles of the..

August 24, 2010 with 2 Comments

Yanco Pads Mini

The Yanco Pads Mini is basically a stubbly little top tube protector. Designed for locking your bike without scratching the frame, and for..

August 23, 2010 with 5 Comments

Lazer Helium Helmet

Belgium-based helmet manufacturer Lazer set up a US office in March of 2009, and not surprisingly, I’ve been seeing more and more..

August 16, 2010 with 7 Comments

Anti Monkey Butt Powder

The term “monkey butt” refers to irritated skin on your posterior, regardless of whether or not it actually turns red. Common..

August 11, 2010 with 7 Comments

Chrome Tobruk Shoes

Chrome’s second foray into the shoe market was met with a warm reception, and their subsequent trade-in promotion put their kicks..

August 9, 2010 with 1 Comment