Shimano
Shimano’s New SPD-SLR Pedals Are a Compatibility Nightmare
Shimano’s new SPD-SLR road pedal system promises lower stack height, reduced weight and improved performance but breaks compatibility with more than 23 years of SPD-SL pedals and cleats. In this review, I examine the new pedals, cleats and shoes, the complicated upgrade path, and whether these marginal gains are really worth starting over.
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Magene P515 Power Meter Review
The Magene P515 has been one of the most requested power meters to hit the Lama Lab recently, and after two months of testing across both the PES alloy and TEO carbon cranksets, the results are in. And unlike a few recent competitors, this one actually held up well when put under pressure.
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ThinkRider PP5 Power Meter Review: $100 Power Meter TESTED!
The ThinkRider PP5 is one of the cheapest spider-based power meters I’ve ever tested. I paid just AU$136 (US$100). On paper it promises ±1% accuracy, ANT+ & Bluetooth, 300-hour battery life, and full left/right balance. That kind of spec at this price should shake up the market. But after deep testing against a trusted baseline, […]
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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 […]
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Shimano Di2 Hidden Buttons… Fixed for Under $5!
If you’ve ever fumbled trying to hit Shimano Di2’s “hidden” hood buttons, this sub $5 hack might be exactly what you need. These tiny caps slip under the hood and expand the surface area of the button, making those elusive buttons way easier to press, without accidentally triggering them when shifting hand positions. I was […]
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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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SHIMANO Di2 Firmware Security Updates (DuraAce / Ultegra / 105 / GRX)
While not as interesting as the “Shimano Di2 HACKED” headlines we’ve seen recently – Shimano have now released a number of updates for vulnerable components. Although there’s been a few issues in the rush to push these out…. Links: GPLama Shimano Di2 Wireless Shifter Updates: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7k8IVKGBUds BetterShifting Website: https://bit.ly/3dsIykE Shimano E-Tube Firmware Webpage: https://bit.ly/shimoanoetubefw Shimano […]
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EUROBIKE 2024: Nose Garage Glasses // Groupsets // LOTS More!
A round-up of groupsets from Classified/TRP and L-TWOO, ridiculous glasses from SCICON, high-flow valves, and LOTS of other random cycling tech from day three of Eurobike 2024! Links: SON Hub Dynamos: https://tinyurl.com/2zbu869a 📸 GPLama Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gplama ➡️ SUBSCRIBE to The GPLAMA YouTube Channel: https://goo.gl/QS5YZg ——————— #Cycling #Eurobike
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EUROBIKE 2024: Cycling Computers // Power Meters // More!
A round-up of cycling computers, power meters, and other cycling tech from day two of Eurobike 2024! 📸 GPLama Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gplama ➡️ SUBSCRIBE to The GPLAMA YouTube Channel: https://goo.gl/QS5YZg ——————— #Cycling #Eurobike #SmartTrainer
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