Power Meter
XCadey X-Power S GEN 2 Power Meter Review
In this video I dig a little deeper into my testing protocol to avoid the usual “this doesn’t affect normal cycling” claims. Despite easy installation, both indoor and outdoor tests showed shifting offsets, residual torque problems, and accuracy well outside its ±1% claim, even after zeroing. The real problem was inconsistency. The meter changed behaviour […]
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Elilee EK01 Power Meter Review
The Elilee EK01 spider power meter grabbed my attention after a flood of questions, but both the alloy and carbon units showed the same problems: power lag, erratic cadence, and badly under-reported peak power – all issues that persisted indoors, outdoors, and even after a firmware update. Steady-state numbers were mostly OK, but anything above […]
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Power Meter Pedal Guide – November 2025
Late in 2025 and heading into the sales month of November, it’s time for a full overview of the current power meter pedals on the market. In this video I cover the latest from Favero, Garmin, SRM, Look, Magene, and Wahoo. Comparing pricing, specifications, and real-world performance. From Shimano SPD-SL to SPD, Look KEO, […]
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Garmin RALLY x10 Power Meter Pedal Review – Accuracy at a Price!
A deeper dive on Garmin’s new Rally x10 power meter pedals, I test their redesigned hardware and dig into their new features like Force Data and Pedal IQ Smart Calibration. Accuracy testing was virtually flawless across all conditions, but the premium pricing, extra weight, and limited secure Bluetooth compatibility will have a lot of people […]
Read MoreGPLama Round-Up: Cycling Power Meters – August 2025 Edition
Here’s a massive dump of information I’ve been meaning to put together for a while in regards to ‘where things are at’ with the power meters I have (and am) testing in the Lama Lab. Shimano Road Power Meter(s) There are well documented problems with all generations of these meters. I’ve done four or five […]
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Wahoo KICKR ROLLR Native Power Update // For REAL This Time!
In this video, I dive into the long-awaited firmware update for the Wahoo Kickr ROLLR – the unique smart trainer that’s been turning heads since its 2022 launch with its “no rear wheel removal” design. Until now, it couldn’t broadcast native power without an external power meter, but this update finally changes that. I’ll break […]
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Favero ASSIOMA PRO RS Power Meter Review // The BEST SPD-SL Power Meter?
The Favero Assioma PRO RS pedals bring long-awaited Shimano SPD-SL compatibility to one of the most trusted names in power meter pedals. Building on the proven tech of the Assioma PRO MX line, the PRO RS delivers accurate dual-sided power measurement in a package designed specifically for Shimano road users with no adapters, hacks, or […]
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Rotor 2INPower SL Power Meter Review: Impressive Indoors // Unimpressive Outdoors
ROTOR’s 2INPower SL flagship power meter builds on their 2INPower DM model from 2017. In the seven years since that release, ROTOR has made minimal updates, primarily simply cutting 128g from the meter’s weight. Meanwhile, the power meter market has made significant advancements. With WheelTop’s recent investment in ROTOR, there’s hope that more resources will […]
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Assioma DUO SONIK SPD-SL Power Meter Hack!
I love a good hack when it comes to bike components! This hack is the good kind, the kind that allows the use of SPD-SL cleats on the trusted Favero Assioma DUO power meter spindles! Links: Rides of Japan Xpedo Sonik Video GPLama Assioma PRO MX SPD Power Meter Review GPLama Assioma DUO Review […]
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LOOK X-Track SPD Power Meter Review – Just Another Troubled Meter…?
After purchasing the retail version of the LOOK X-Track SPD Power Meter and performing hours of comprehensive comparative analysis, I was surprised of both the results and the follow-up customer service for this AU$2,000 power meter. In this video I cover the technical specifications, my extensive testing, and the ongoing issues I’ve had in trying […]
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