I have these on several bikes and they are top shelf.
I finally sprang for really nice cages on a fancy new bike. I've used cheap cages for years and had some nice Ti ones too (Blackburn) that finally broke after a decade. These are very spendy but it's really easy to get your bottles in and out and so far none of bounced loose on bumpy roads. I've used them a couple months. I'm hoping my bottles don't get as scuffed up too-I think this is the case.
This beats the Elite Pase carbon. A tough act to follow. Been through many high end cages.
If you are looking for a light bottle cage that is also secure on both road or mountain bikes this is a good choice. I've used these for hundreds of miles of road and MTB riding as well as XC racing. I've never lost a bottle and they show no signs of wear.
Reviewed a number of different carbon cages and purchased these (4) for both of my road bikes. I had the Zipp carbon cages on my SWORKS SL3 since I purchased it in 2010 but they did not hold the bottles very firmly nor were they positioned optimally on the seat tube of my 52CM frame. After a 500-600 miles of testing and riding I would strongly recommend the Mandible Carbon Cages.
-SteveB.
Excellent grip on bottles but easy to remove when you need it. Also a slightly different look which is always nice.
Worth the price, securely holds water bottles, I've never had an issue with it.
Great look. The matt black finish works well with my frame (also matt black).
Bottles are held securely and and the cages do not rattle. Very satisfied.
Let's face it, this isn't exactly a performance upgrade but if you're looking for a lightweight bottle cage that holds on tenaciously, this is a great choice. I replaced a set of aluminum cages with these and could hardly get the Camelbak Podium bottles in and out. Definitely don't have to worry about one slipping out on the trail.
I used King Ti cages on my Ti bikes but when I went carbon, a carbon cage seemed in order.
These are what went on my new Parlee and they are really nice.
Glad I went this route.
Easiest in and out of water bottles I've experienced. Also very secure. Multiple holes to adjust the position. Super light weight.
Ultra light weight, securly holds a 24 oz bottle, looks great and priced reasonably. I've used Arundel before and will use them again.
Very sturdy and hold bottles well. I have one is installed upside down and so far I never had any problems with bottles falling out.
The thin wings that wrap around the bottle look great too.
