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Most “bad” gravel rides aren’t fitness problems — they’re tyre and pressure problems. Worn tyres and guessed PSI quietly ruin grip, comfort, and confidence. Here’s why upgrading your tyres and dialling pressure at the same time makes more difference than almost any other gravel upgrade — and why we’ve bundled our Tufo Gravel Tyre range with the Xplova Mini Electric Bike Pump.

TUFO Thundero or Thundero HD?

TUFO Thundero → fast, light, and ideal for most Kiwi gravel riding. Rolls quick on hardpack, corners predictably, and feels lively on long rides or events.

TUFO Thundero HD → same speed feel, but with tougher casing and sidewalls. Built for rougher gravel, sharp chip, bikepacking, and riders sick of punctures.

Rule of thumb:

• Want speed + efficiency? Thundero
• Want durability + peace of mind on rough stuff? Thundero HD

Both are tubeless-ready, great value, and will noticeably improve how your bike rides from day one.

Who is the Favero Assioma for?

• The Favero Assioma is a versatile power meter ideal for a wide range of cyclists.

Here's who might benefit most:

1. Road cyclists: Looking for accurate power data to improve training efficiency and performance.
2. Gravel and MTB riders: Appreciate the ease of transfer between bikes with different cranksets.
3. Cyclists new to power meters: User-friendly and relatively straightforward to set up.

Drawbacks and Considerations:

While the Favero Assioma excels in many areas, there are a couple of things to consider:

1. Price: Compared to some crank-based power meters, the Assioma can be slightly more expensive.
2. Cleat compatibility: While available in both SPD-SL and Look Keo versions, cyclists with other cleat systems might need to purchase adapters.

• High-Performance: Formulated to withstand the demands of cycling, whether it's muddy trails or long road rides.

"Used it before and found it to be the best wax lube without chain preperation hassel."

• Environmentally Friendly: Squirt is committed to sustainability, using biodegradable and non-toxic ingredients wherever possible.

• User-Friendly: Squirt's products are easy to apply and don't require specialised tools or knowledge.

"This lube results in a smooth quiet chain, which last longer than most lubes. It also doesn't collect as much dirt, resulting in a cleaner chain, especially compared to wet lubes. Great product!"

So, I took the plunge and snagged the Elves Amanyar 1.0 Triathlon Disc Frameset.  First impressions? This thing screams speed!  The Toray T800 and T1000 carbon fiber layup looks sleek and feels incredibly light.  Elves clearly put some serious thought into the aero design - those tube shapes are sculpted for slicing through the wind.