Category Archives: Reviews

Reviews of bikes, components, clothing and other accessories. If you are interested in having your product featured, please email me at alex@chasingwheels.com

David Millar, Racing Through the Dark interview and review

Posted on 15 June 2011 by Alex

I spoke to David Millar while he was doing his press tour of the UK. Unfortunately my interview didn’t run as planned but, in keeping with my policy of publishing where I can, I’ve decided to put the interview out … Continue reading →

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Rapha Embrocation review

Posted on 26 October 2010 by Alex

The leading luxury brand in cycling seems to be in a period of diversification which includes a push into product sectors such as holidays and womenswear. The Rapha Embrocation falls into what could loosely be termed as “toiletries”, as part … Continue reading →

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Bont A1 shoes first ride impressions review

Posted on 30 April 2010 by Alex

I first spotted Bont cycling shoes back in 2008 when they were being hidden under overshoes by the all-conquering Great Britain Track team. Given their commitment to the best kit, that immediately marked them out as worth investigating. Since then … Continue reading →

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My Rapha Spring/Summer 2010 wishlist

Posted on 12 February 2010 by Alex

The big headline is Rapha for Women at last! Obviously my first response is to make a list of the things I want. The lightweight jersey in light blue would be nice if I’m doing the Etape this year (of … Continue reading →

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Rapha Cross Jersey and Cross 3/4 Bib Shorts reviewed

Posted on 28 October 2009 by Alex

I’m a sucker for Rapha gear. There, I admit it, I’m a soft sell. So I put in to get some of their cross gear to review. Image by LondonCycleSport on Flickr I’ve been riding it pretty hard for the … Continue reading →

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Merckx Racing: first impressions

Posted on 6 February 2007 by Alex

Whippy is perhaps my first thought on describing the new bike. Not in the sense of flailing all over the place but in the sense of responsive to the touch and manoeuvrable. Light is the next thing thing that springs … Continue reading →

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Bagaboo bag update

Posted on 3 December 2006 by Alex

I’ve been enjoying mine for a while now so here’s my more extended view on the little big beauty (for a picture click here): “I went with the front adjustable strap which I definitely prefer to a side one, like … Continue reading →

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Rapha Sportwool jersey

Posted on 9 October 2006 by Alex

It’s probably the item of cycling gear that I get the most use out of all year round. I bought it last year in late November and have been using it constantly since then. Yes, it’s pricey but it’s also … Continue reading →

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