Review: Lapierre XR 729 e:i
The XR 729 is a flamboyant cross country bike from French brand Lapierre. We tested the the e:i model, which comes with Lapierre’s electronically controlled shock. With the curved top tube, black and yellow colour scheme, and skin wall tyres, the XR 729 draws attention wherever it goes. A bike this distinct is bound to […]
Review: Lapierre XR 729
The Lapierre XR 729 is the French manufacturer’s cross country race offering. There is a option to have an electronically controlled shock, which is rather intriguing, but a story for another day as we tested the mechanical shock model. Checking out the stock component specification for the bike online, I expected a traditional lean and […]
First Look Friday: Lapierre XR 729, Luvhandles grips and Thule VeloCompact
First Look Friday is an introduction to the products that we are currently testing for review. This week we’re featuring the Lapierre XR 729, Luvhandles soft grips and Thule VeloCompact bike carrier. Lapierre XR 729 The Lapierre XR 729 is a carbon cross-country orientated mile cruncher. The first thing you notice on the XR 729 […]