Latest Gear Reviews

DesFit Review: Garmin Forerunner 745

DesFit provides an in-depth review of the new Forerunner 745 Multisport GPS Watch from Garmin. Tested for running outdoors and indoors, cycling, weight training, and swimming.

DesFit Review: Garmin Venu SQ GPS Smartwatch

Des Yap of DesFit gives us a review of the Garmin Venu SQ - a budget-friendly smartwatch with some solid fitness features. He goes over how it performs for running, cycling, swimming, weight training, and more.

DesFit Review and Tutorial: Zwift Steering w/ Elite Sterzo and Sterzo Smart Steering Blocks

We've got DesFit onboard to give us an in-depth review and tutorial of the new Elite Sterzo and Sterzo Smart steering blocks. Adding either of these to your indoor riding studio will make those trainer sessions just a tad better. I didn't know I needed one of these until this morning. 

DesFit Review: Garmin Edge 1030 Plus

DesFit has an in-depth review of the NEW Edge 1030 Plus from Garmin with new navigation features, MTB navigation with TrailForks, new hardware, and more. Check it out below.

DesFit Review: Garmin Edge 130 Plus

DesFit gives an in-depth review of the new Garmin Edge 130 Plus. The value-packed $200.00 bike computer now comes with MTB Dynamics, ClimbPro, a streamlined setup process among other features.

DesFit Review: Garmin Varia RVR315 and RTL515 Tail Light and Tail Light Radar

We're very happy to have Des back this week with his in-depth review of the Garmin Varia RVR315 and RTL515 tail light and tail light radar. These seem like they'd be especially beneficial when the NoCo winds howl, making it difficult to hear approaching cars.

DesFit Review: Wahoo KICKR Bike

Fort Collins' local gear reviewer, Desmond Yap, conducts an in-depth review of the Wahoo Kickr Bike - an interactive, smart bike with tons of customization, a great ride feel, and accurate power.

DesFit Review: Elite Direto X Smart Trainer

DesFit takes a  quick look at the Elite Direto X smart trainer that builds upon the popular Direto Direct-Drive, Interactive Smart Bike Trainer.  The Direto X has increased power accuracy and supposedly produces 50% less noise. It comes in at $899.

DesFit First Impressions: Elite Suito Direct Drive Smart Trainer

If you're considering buying a smart trainer to beat the heat, the Elite Suito might be the one to get. It comes in at a great price point (relatively speaking for a bike trainer) has all the usual features and even comes with a cassette and riser. At $799.00 this trainer is a particularly good buy if you're looking to save space as it folds up very compactly.

DesFit Review: Garmin Edge 830

DesFit provides an overview of the NEW Performance and Navigation Features, Touchscreen, as well as MTB Dynamics (Jumps/Flow/Grit) of the Garmin Edge 830.

DesFit Review: Garmin Speed Sensor 2 & Cadence Sensor 2

This week DesFit gives us an in-depth review of the new Speed Sensor 2 and Cadence Sensor 2 from Garmin. They've added duel Bluetooth /Ant+ connectivity along with some other cool jazz.

DesFit Review: Elite Direto Trainer

This week our own DesFit takes a long term look at the Elite Direto direct drive smart trainer.  I may be late to the party but I'd never heard of Direto before. Sounds like its worth checking out.