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If you want to track your rides without paying for maps, a touchscreen and training features you may never use, the Bryton Rider 17 makes a strong case for keeping things simple. At NZ$125, it gives you accurate GPS ride recording, a large 3-inch display, up to 25 hours of battery life and support for heart-rate, speed and cadence sensors. It can even connect to the Bryton Gardia rear radar — a feature you would not necessarily expect on an entry-level GPS bike computer. So, is the Bryton Rider 17 enough for the way you ride? Here is what it...

Confused about bike chain lubricants? Compare the Bike Mechanics range of Chain Lubes: Bike Cream, Bike Mix and Bike Syrup.

Quick Comparison

The OROME VALAR CS50A and CS50D both combine lightweight 50mm wave-profile carbon rims with ceramic-bearing hubs. We compare the important differences between their steel and carbon spoke builds to help you choose the right wheelset.

What is low-temperature chain lube?

Low-temperature chain lube is formulated to maintain a suitable consistency in conditions where standard wax may harden.

Squirt Low Temperature Chain Lube is based on Squirt’s standard Long Lasting Chain Lube but contains a wax modifier designed for temperatures from approximately -18°C to 0°C.

It provides the clean-running benefits of a wax-based lubricant while continuing to lubricate effectively in sub-zero conditions. Because the lubricant dries on the chain, it also avoids the oily build-up that can attract dirt and create an abrasive paste around the drivetrain.

Can one bike handle fast road rides, gravel adventures and longer days in the saddle without feeling like a compromise?

That was the thinking behind Benny’s new custom-built Elves Mori AeroX.