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Normally we have a handful of selected products for bikes in the TOUR test centre. This time, however, the selection is smaller. Of the original four products, only three are listed in this article - the fourth product, a Smarttrainer, has been cancelled. own article get. But as the saying goes: quality over quantity. The goggles, the GPS computer and the saddle presented here are described in more detail and provided some arguments in favour of a purchase during testing.
Glasses from Evil Eye: vision amplifier
- Price: 249 Euro
- Sizes: S, L
- Weight: 31.6 grams (size L)
Pathline Air Pro is the name of Evil Eye's latest multisport goggles, available in six different frame-filter combinations. Weighing just under 32 grams, the goggles appear bulky at first glance, sit relatively firmly on the nose and ears and impress with a large field of vision in which the lower edge of the frame hardly interferes, for example when looking at the bike computer.
A slim, removable "gutter" with foam padding is integrated into the upper frame to prevent drops of sweat from running into the eyes. However, this only works if the forehead has the same radius as the sweat deflector. The very good eye protection and the contrast-enhancing filter earn praise. Thanks to two side locking hinges, changing the lenses is quick and easy. In size L, the goggles are quite large, which is why size S might be more suitable for a head circumference of less than 58 centimetres.
Advantages and disadvantages
- Plus: Protection, contrast effect, filter change
- Minus: -
GPS computer from Wahoo: Anemometer
- Price: 600 Euro >> available here
- Memory: 64 GB
With the new Elemnt Ace is set to revolutionise the bike computer market. The top model is equipped with a wind sensor to detect the effects of air resistance. The new model can also be operated via touchscreen, navigates using voice control and impresses with its huge display. The Ace replaces the Elemnt Roam V2 as the top model and competes directly with the Garmin Edge 1050 or Hammerhead Karoo 3, which was introduced as part of the new SRAM Red AXS. The new "ace" weighs in at 210 grams and is therefore no trump card compared to the lighter competition.
In addition, the Wahoo takes up a lot of space in front of the handlebars, so you need a long mount. According to Wahoo, special mounts from third-party suppliers are to be launched on the market at the start of the season; Wahoo itself supplies a robust aluminium mount, but this only fits round handlebars with a diameter of 31.8 millimetres. Wahoo owners will have to get used to the new menu navigation and interface, but you will quickly find your way around. Loading our route went quickly and the touchscreen works perfectly. You can quickly switch between pages using a swipe gesture or the usual push button.
According to the weather forecast, wind speeds of 10 km/h prevailed during the test, which resulted in around 80 per cent of the riding time in "neutral air" when analysing the data. There was little sign of a tailwind (Airboost) or headwind (Airdrag). We have not yet been able to test how the wind speed display behaves in the slipstream; the wind measurement is integrated into the front of the housing, so crosswinds are barely detected. The manufacturer claims a battery life of 30 hours, which still needs to be verified.
Advantages and disadvantages
- Plus: Operation, battery life, display
- Minus: Weight, overall height
Saddle from Selle Italia: Retro seats
- Price: 105/120 Euro (Turbo/Flite)
- Weight: 323/229 grams (Turbo/ Flite)
Turbo and Flite are considered milestones in the history of the Italian saddle manufacturer Selle Italia. The Turbo, introduced in 1980, became Bernard Hinault's favourite model, and the Flite from 1990 was the first real lightweight saddle. Good news for all fans of these two classics: they are now available again as new editions in Selle Italia's Heritage collection. Both models once again have a leather saddle cover and are equipped with frames made of steel and titanium (Flite).
The design of the Flite with its minimalist saddle cover and light metal frame enabled a weight of well under 300 grams and was revolutionary at the time; the high-quality replica weighs exactly 228.6 grams. By way of comparison, the new old Turbo with a saddle cover that is pulled far down at the sides plus a steel frame weighs almost a hundred grams more (322.4 grams). Although its slim and narrow shape compared to today's saddles does not promise comfort, it is the perfect seat for racing bikes from the 1980s and 90s.
Advantages and disadvantages
- Plus: Processing
- Minus: -
Matthias Borchers
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