Shimano

I have wide feet traditional clip in shoes don't cater to wide feet so after a ride one feels like you want to cut off your toes or at least the big toe, I switched to riding a Trike so a clip in connection is very important so one doesn't wrap one's legs under the frame if one slips off the peddles. With the trike i no longer hurt after a 50 or more mile ride except for my feet until I got these Sandals, riding exploring is much more fun because all the pain is gone. Rides don't end because I need to put on dress shoes for work the next day I don't limp after a bike ride. In the summer ones feet don't sweat either. I can end a ride go to a cafe sit and talk with other bikers and not worry about my feet being uncomfortable. Wouldn't recommend for mountain biking but any other type of terrain its the way to go. Work well with a traditional bike as well

I have had Dura-Ace on my road bike for decades and XTR gravel more recently. I have tried using ultra or 105 chains several times however they just are not quite as smooth shifting as the Dura-Ace on the Dura-Ace/xtr gears in my opinion. I wax my chains and they last a long time so durability isn't an issue for me. I use the 11 speed on my gravel bike and 12 on my road bike. I buy them when on sale on BTD so I think the price/performance is a good value.

The shoes look awesome and from the top view they look very much like a road shoe. And the fit and feel is like glove fitting top road shoes too. The soles are very stiff and I'm really liking the pontoon moving with the cleat for consistent spacing no matter where you move the cleat. It's my first experience with Boa L 2 dials and they offer on the bike tighten and loosen adjustability with pop up quick loosen when taking off the shoes. They are expensive but for fit, feel, function and performance it helps convince me they are worth it.

You've heard the stories about not reusing Quick Links. You've probably also heard the stories about how it's OK to reuse Quick Links. I'm not willing to take the chance, so I keep Quick Links on hand for whenever I work on the chain. This Shimano Quick Link for 12 speed is what I need for my 12-speed setup on my primary bicycle. Conveniently, it comes in a two pack so purchasing is not that often. And purchasing from BTD is a no brainer because of their low prices, quick shipping, and for me, the VIP Club! For the price, it's worth staying away from knockoffs and going with the genuine Shimano product.