We hate to brag, but the made-up-yet-possibly-sort-of-true Blue Monday phenomenon isn't quite so problematic for the road.cc reviewers, because we're out getting plenty of endorphin-releasing exercise by trying all the latest and greatest cycling gear! Here are some of the most intriguing items out on test this week...
Hunt SuperDura Dynamo disc wheelset
£499.00
The SuperDura Dynamos are workhorses for bikepacking and CX, with a 24mm depth and 25mm width. Claimed weight is 1939g for the pair, and they also come with SONdelux Dynamo hubs that can power your lights and phone/GPS device while you're on the go. Dave Atkinson is reviewing these hoops, with a review coming shortly.
huntbikewheels.com
FSA K-Force WE Groupset
£2,599.99
The component brand revealed their first groupset well over a year ago, and now we know the part-wireless system carries the eye-watering price tag of £2.5K as it nears an on-sale date. What do you get for that? Well it took five years of development, the shifters communicate wirelessly with the mechs via ANT+ and you can customise the brake lever sizes. There's also a dedicated app to fine-tune the shifting to your exact liking. Is it a Force to be reckoned with? Stu Kerton's verdict will be in soon.
windwave.co.uk
Hutchinson Fusion 5 All-Season road tyre
£39.99
This tubeless-ready road clincher tyre is built for bad weather, with Hutchinson's new ElevenSTORM compound said to offer high levels of grip and low rolling resistance. They weigh 254g for a 25mm tyre, low for a tubeless-ready version, and have Kevlar reinforcement for increased puncture resistance. Does it set a new standard in all-season performance? Check back for the review soon.
windwave.co.uk
TrainerRoad Online Training
£99 a year
We've talked about it a fair bit and used it a lot, but then it occurred to us... there aren't many actual reviews of TrainerRoad, the power-based training app that's packed with workouts to improve performance from the 'comfort' of your turbo. Is it a match for the mighty Zwift? Dave Atkinson is putting the virtual miles in before reaching a verdict...
trainerroad.com
Assos RoboCap Headwarmer
£39.99
It might seem like a glorified beanie, but it's forty quid and has a cool name, so we're intrigued. The RoboCap is made with Assos' RXQ fabric for warmth, and it's double-layered around the ears and forehead. It's also got integrated elastic suspenders for securing shades, and comfortably fits under a helmet. Is it the ultimate winter warmer for your bonce? Stu Kerton is currently riding with the RoboCap with a review in shortly...
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