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Eye candy, convenience and speed-three attributes in supply -for the new Specialized S-7 Works cycling shoes-tricked out with the only available here (for now) BOA S-3 Snap dials. No popping out/pushing in those life guaranteed dials for on/off access of these super lightweight, stiffest-FACT Powerline™ carbon plate that maximizes power transfer...with no stretch zone  in key areas, Form Fit last-roomy toe box, 3 bolt cleat pattern that handles all road pedals and heel cradling-coddling for fit. we were dazzled by these new Boa S-3 Snap details-rotate to and fro for easy access on/off.-on the fly, micro-fit adjustment. $400 for men's +women's Specialized S-7 Works cycling shoe weighs in around 7.9 ounces/shoe Color options including a flashy (Peter) Sagan limited edition black cycling shoe with gold Boa dials $425.

Part 1 NYC/SLC Technical wearables = buzzy biz-but some of that is just in awe of the possible-not the practical. NOT SO with Lumenus commuter coat, vest and messenger bag-which collectively paired with an intuitive-like app-smartly lights up see me LED lights in different colors at intersections, signaling turns, at stops...etc. took 3 years to develop...on KICKSTARTER . Jeremy Wall-Co-Founder+CEO look like regular ole' items including messenger style backpack, performance vest/jacket and commuter jacket (sizes XS-XL)= but these smart garments+bag LIGHT UP-turn signals, brake lights,intersection lights- made for all weather wear too---for runners, bikers, motorcyclists-movers...works with Google Maps. Pictured-Commuter Jacket-some highlights-360º reflective collar and armband, logo pop and side reflective details and zipper,  integrated low energy Bluetooth, speed detecting, those LED lights automatically start flashing when it detects your are going through ...