Passion Brands & Gear

ENVE keeps its premium aura while widening access via Foundation AR40 (2026)
ENVE keeps its premium aura while widening access via Foundation AR40 (2026)
Buyers value US‑made rims, warranty support, and real‑world aero focus. Melee earned reviews for combining race speed with usability (mudguard mounts, 35 mm clearance). The new AR40 is seen as a... Read more...
Evolve Cima, a super‑light, thoughtfully spec’d frameset at aggressive pricing versus big‑brand halo climbers
Evolve Cima, a super‑light, thoughtfully spec’d frameset at aggressive pricing versus big‑brand halo climbers
Evolve is a newer performance road marque associated with industry veterans in Xiamen (China), linked publicly with names behind Elitewheels and Cybrei. Its debut product, CIMA, is a UCI‑approved, ~650–680 g... Read more...
Karoo (Gen 3): For riders who prioritise screen and UX, Karoo is a joy
Karoo (Gen 3): For riders who prioritise screen and UX, Karoo is a joy
Karoo 3 (Hammerhead markets it as simply “Karoo”)—arrived in May 2024 with brighter screen, louder alerts, multi‑band GNSS, bigger battery (≈15 h max), 4 GB RAM/64 GB storage, and a faster 2 GHz processor.... Read more...
Look Keo Blade: Carbon blade in place of a coil spring, prioritising low weight, aero profile
Look Keo Blade: Carbon blade in place of a coil spring, prioritising low weight, aero profile
Keo Blade offers a secure, broad platform with low mass—ideal for repeated accelerations and sprint efforts in our heat and humidity. If you’re chasing grams and love premium hardware, Keo... Read more...
New SRAM RED AXS: A polished refinement that improves control and comfort
New SRAM RED AXS: A polished refinement that improves control and comfort
In May 2024 SRAM released the newest RED AXS generation, updating ergonomics, braking, weight and integration with Hammerhead’s Karoo head unit—a refinement of its flagship rather than a ground‑up redesign.... Read more...
Ceramicspeed OSPW RS / RS Alpha: Low‑friction + bling upgrade with tangible debris protection
Ceramicspeed OSPW RS / RS Alpha: Low‑friction + bling upgrade with tangible debris protection
CeramicSpeed distinguishes via bearing quality, ADR sealing and ALPHA Disc architecture. For Brisbane’s gritty summer showers, ADR and a closed‑disc pulley make practical sense if you’re already chasing marginal gains.... Read more...
GRX Di2 RX825: Better shifting and braking, integrated connectivity and friendlier setup than older Di2
GRX Di2 RX825: Better shifting and braking, integrated connectivity and friendlier setup than older Di2
In June 2025, Shimano unveiled XTR Di2 M9200 for MTB—its first fully wireless electronic XTR, along with new brakes and wheels—signalling that, at least off‑road, Shimano is now meeting SRAM’s... Read more...
Carbon‑Ti X‑CarboRing wins the lightweight + premium ramping contest for 2× chainrings
Carbon‑Ti X‑CarboRing wins the lightweight + premium ramping contest for 2× chainrings
If you’re aiming for a featherweight bike, X‑CarboRing (EVO/X‑AXS) delivers noticeable weight savingswith confident shifting when matched correctly. Read more...
ARC 2025 wheels as wider, lighter (per depth), and more aero, with 55/65/85 mm options
ARC 2025 wheels as wider, lighter (per depth), and more aero, with 55/65/85 mm options
If you want hassle‑free speed with easy parts support, DT remains a top pick: ERC 1100 for rougher roads and crosswinds; ARC 55/65 if you chase watt‑saving on long, flat... Read more...
Hydra2 ticks the boxes! Higher POE, reliability‑oriented internals, and lower drag
Hydra2 ticks the boxes! Higher POE, reliability‑oriented internals, and lower drag
Quick Brand Overview Asheville‑built Industry Nine is famous for high‑engagement pawl hubs, vibrant anodizing, and in‑house wheels. The landmark Hydrahub (2019) delivered 690 POE / 0.52°, later superseded by Hydra2... Read more...