Five cool products coming soon to road.cc

Another week, another eclectic selection of cycling garb, gadgets and accessories finding their way to road.cc's HQ. Here's the pick of what we've been reviewing recently...

Polar M460

£199.50

The M460 is the latest computer in Polar's range. Weighing in at just 50g, 14mm thick and 34x34mm screen size, the M460 is the most compact bike computer they offer. Although it's got a simple display, the M460 isn't short of high-end features, with advanced power meter capability, Strava Live segments, smart notifications and a claimed 16 hour battery life. The unit comes complete with a heart rate strap and mount, and all your data syncs wirelessly via the Polar Flow app. How does it stack up compared to similarly-priced GPSA units? Yours truly is using this computer exclusively at the moment, with a full review coming soon... 

polar.com/uk

Flectr Dawn 

£15.90 (single set)

These wheel reflectors have been nominated for a German Design Award, with Flectr claiming they're virtually weightless and as aerodynamic as wheel reflectors can be so they don't affect your speed. The reflectors fit right onto your spokes with adhesive, and although they're paper-thin they're supposed to be 'indestructible'. For the £15.90 quoted price you get a set of four reflectors, in a choice of either silver or yellow colours. Mike Stenning will be reflecting on his verdict over the next fortnight, with a full review coming soon. 

shop.flectr.bike

Giro Prolight Techlace

£349.00

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We were intrigued by these £349 kicks when they first landed in the office, and with our tester Sean Lacey currently trying them out we'll find out soon if you can have comfort and power transfer for the crazy light 192g per-shoe weight of our size 46 test pair. The Prolight Techlace is described as a high-performance shoe with “unbeatable comfort and breathability” in the upper. The laces feed into Velcro straps, giving the aesthetic appearance of laces with the convenience of Velcro. The outsole is made from full carbon fibre ‘TeXtreme’ compound for added stiffness, and this is the same material used in F1 race shoes that uses a low weave to reduce weight but maintain the same levels of stiffness. 

zyrofisher.co.uk

Huez Inverse Rock

£130.00

This loud and proud jersey from London-based Huez is made in Italy, with the design taking inspiration from the Helvetic rocks of the Alpe d’Huez. The Lycra offers a 4-way stretch fabric, purporting to provide plenty of breathability on hot days. There's three back pockets, the cuffs are folded and bonded and the low cut neckline provides "classic, race-inspired styling". Will that busy print provoke envy or ridicule... and more importantly does it do the job on the bike? Stu Kerton will be giving us his tuppence worth soon... 

huez.co.uk

Garmin eTrex Touch 25

£219.99

Garmin's eTrex line is their multi-purpose navigator aimed at outdoor activities, casual cycling and hiking. The Touch 25 is the latest iteration of the popular series, which if you haven't already gathered now comes with a full touch screen. It comes with pre-installed TopoActive Europe maps and optimised Activity Profiles for various recreational activities, and a cycle mount is included with the unit. Garmin say the eTrax Touch 25 works just like a car sat-nav, but with features specifically designed for navigation during recreational activities like cycling and hiking. As with all the latest Garmin sports GPS products you can share all your activities via Garmin Connect, and download activities uploaded by others. Our reviewer Neil Gander is currently finding his way with the eTrex 25, hoping it will point him in the right direction...

garmin.com/gb

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