first Ascent Lightweight Dry Bag
Our 2021 Wild Coast hike, Kei Mouth to Gonubie, included multiple river crossings. In preparation, we bought a couple of 12L first Ascent Dry Bags. I already have a collection…
Ryder CO2 Cartridge Bracket
The Ryder CO2 Cartridge Bracket fits under a standard water bottle cage on your MTB and carries 2 threaded CO2 cartridges.
first Ascent All Weather Cycle Bootie
The went on a MTB outing in the Garcia State Forest during winter: there was loads of ice-cold water flowing everywhere, and my feet got soaked, and freezing cold. The…
Topeak Aero Wedge Pack Saddle Bag
I bought the Topeak Aero Wedge Pack Saddle Bag for my cannondale SL2 29er mountain bike. I have just had to purchase a second one, as after just more than…
25g CO2 Cartridges
I find CO2 cartridges indispensable on both my MTB and my road bike. I have only once attempted to inflate my MTB tire during a race using a mini-pump, and…
Topeak Mini 18+ Tool
The Topeak Mini 18+ Tool is a Swiss Army Knife-like mini-tool comprising 19 functions in one compact unit with it's own neoprene case. I have not really had to use…
Kenda Small Block Eight 29
My Cannondale SL2 29er came with Kenda Small Block Eight tyres back and front. Once again: I don't have anything to compare them too, but I am quite happy with…
Ryder C02 Pro Inflator
Pumps are so last year. The Ryder C02 Pro Inflator is a little valve gizmo that attaches to a C02 bomb so that you can inflate your tyres.
Topeak RaceRocket MasterBlaster Pump
I bought this mini-pump before I discovered the joy of gas bombs: the Topeak RaceRocket MasterBlaster Mini pump fits comfortably in you cycling jersey pocket, or saddle bag.
Giro Remedy MTB Gloves
I generally ride without gloves, mostly because I would not bother trying to put them on in a triathlon with wet, fumbling hands. Possibly not such a smart idea in…