Shimano
Shimano Hollowtech II Road Crankset Recall // What You Need to Know
One of the biggest cycling product recalls (technically a voluntary recall) in recent years. Shimano have acknowledged an long-known issue with their Hollowtech II cranksets failing and have implemented an inspection and replacement program, worldwide. After a few days of dust settling on this one, this video answers the question of ‘what to do’ if […]
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Eurobike 2023 Tech Round-Up // 18 “Probably not your next…” Products
This video is a round-up of numerous cycling technologies as seen at Eurobike 2023. While these cycling technologies may not be your immediate replacement for your current GPS device, power meter, groupset, or bike helmet, the potential they hold cannot be overlooked. Has Eurobike 2023 showcased a glimpse into the future of where things are […]
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Shimano’s Unreleased 105 12-Speed Mechanical Road Groupset CLOSE UP!
The highly anticipated Shimano 105 12-Speed Mechanical road groupset, which has been the subject of numerous rumors and reports, made an unplanned debut at Eurobike 2023. Although the groupset has not been officially announced or released yet, it was on show for all to see. Take a glimpse at the Corratec bike featuring this groupset […]
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The Latest in Power Meter Technology at Eurobike 2023
Eurobike 2023 showcased an array of innovative power meter solutions. The presence of Magene and Cycplus with new power meter products at Eurobike emphasized the growing influence and contribution of Chinese brands to the global cycling industry, indicating their commitment to pushing the boundaries of innovation and delivering top-quality products to cycling enthusiasts worldwide. ——————— […]
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MTB Power Meter Review: Stages Power LR Shimano XTR M9120
Over the last three weeks I’ve put the Shimano XTR M9120 crankset with dual Stages Gen III sensors put to the test to see how well it performed off-road (and in the Lama Lab!). Links: Stages Power LR Shimano XTR M9120 Crankset: https://bit.ly/3qPS3Ug Stages Power Website: http://bit.ly/3uoAA3X Get 10% Off Stages Cycling Tech Here: […]
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Stages Ultegra R8100 Dual Power Meter Review
Following on from the successful test/review of the Stages Shimano DuraAce R9200 DUAL power meter, this video focuses on their Ultegra R8100 DUAL offering. Using newly redesigned right side sensors Stages look to have another winner on their hands, this time at a lower price point than the DuraAce crank. 🚲⚡️📈👌🏼 Links: GPLama Stages […]
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Installing Shimano 12 Speed Di2 Road Lever Firmware Updates with PC Link Device (SM-PCE02)
All current model Shimano 12 speed ‘wireless’ hydraulic levers (ST-R9270, ST-R8170, and ST-R7170) can only have their firmware updated using a WIRED connection at this point in time. There are two methods of getting this done with the DuraAce and Ultegra levers, and only one method with the new 105 Di2 levers. In this video […]
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New Bike Day! // Pivot MACH 4 SL XC MTB
I’ve finally added a mountain bike to the bike collection with N+1 of a Pivot Mach 4 SL Team XTR! This video covers the details (as best I can) of the bike, why I’ve added a MTB to the bike collection, and I drop into the 2023 Australian Road Cycling Championships in Ballarat to watch […]
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Shimano Di2 Support (Unofficially) Returns to the Hammerhead Karoo 2
After the removal of the Shimano Di2 pairing functionality back in June 2022, Hammerhead Karoo users with Di2 groupsets have been left high and dry when it comes to something all other high-end GPS cycling computers have. Ki2 is a third-party ‘unofficial’ app/add-on/plugin for Hammerhead Karoo 2 devices that restores the removed functionality. Links: […]
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Stages Dura-Ace R9200 DUAL Power Meter Review // This One Works!
Stages have completely redesigned the right side sensors on their latest Shimano DuraAce 9200 DUAL power meter to address a long standing accuracy issue when using these cranksets. Does it work? Yes! In this video I dig into the details and dive into all the data showing how this power meter performs. If you’re running […]
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