My daughter is going to college in the fall, and that means we’re making lists of things she’ll need to take with her. She’s thinking about taking a bike for the trek from the freshman dorms to her classes, and that means she’ll need a bike lock. A lock like the Skylock would make her […]
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Sparse offers bright, theft-resistant lights for your bicycle that will not only make others aware of your presence on the road, but will also illuminate your path as you turn. The Spacer Light replaces a spacer beneath your stem. The light fits both 1″ and 1 1/8″ steer tubes; this mounting keeps the light pointing in
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When the Segway was first announced in 2001, inventor Dean Kamen declared that it would change the way people move around in urban environments. While its incredibly high price tag made it unapproachable for most people, a new Indiegogo campaign, URB-E seeks to be the next urban transport king. Available in the 3-wheel Commuter model or
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Although any bike lock can be broken by a determined theft, the Lock8 Smart Bike Lock offers extra layers of protection to make it less likely that your bike will be stolen. Part of the Lock8 is mounted on your bike, and it serves as the attachment point for a lock chain to secure your
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Attach the Wireless Bicycle Turn Signal from Fancy to the post under the seat of your bike, and you’ll increase your visibility and safety. A wireless push-button controller mounts on the handlebars controls the left/right turn signals and the hazard/safety mode. The ultra-bright LEDs and an audible alarm ensures that others are aware of your
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I’ve been researching keyless locks for houses recently, and I found this method of locking up your bike. BitLock is a Kickstarter project actively seeking funding. BitLock is a big, sturdy-looking lock for securing your bike to a post or rack. It’s made of re-enforced, heat-treated, cut-resistant steel; the shackle is 0.47″ thick, so it
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The Hammerhead is a crowdfunded handlebar mounted smart and social bike navigator device which features LED lights that show turn by turn directions. The LEDs are able to provide comprehensive route information while keeping your hands on the handlebars. You can pair it up with your iOS or Android smartphone to enjoy social sharing features that
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The Bike Dynamo from AllPuter.com looks like the perfect gadget for cyclists. It installs on the rear wheel of the bike and provides a USB connection that will allow you to charge your iPhone, Samsung Galaxy, GPS or other devices (see site for compatibility list) while you’re riding from point A to point B. To
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If you have a garage, storing your bicycle isn’t really a problem. You can just park it inside or you can hang it on the wall on hooks or hangers. Those wall hangers don’t look very attractive, but it doesn’t matter if they are in the garage. What if you live in an apartment and
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Having given up the cigarettes for almost 10 months now and feeling heaps fitter, I decided it was time for me to step up my fitness. What started as walking to the bus stop just outside the house, turned into walking about 2 kilometres to another bus route, which turned into walking the whole 5
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Victorinox, the Swiss Army Knife company, has a new multi-tool designed just for cyclists. The Bike Tool (item number 4.1329US1) is shown closed in the top image. The bottom image shows the L-wrench with bit adapter, the eight bits that fit most screw types, and impact- and chemical-resistant plastic holder, and the tire lever. The kit
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I love riding bikes. I rode bikes as a kid, like everyone else, but I started again as an adult when I hit my mid-50s and health problems started rising. I quickly became addicted. Due to global climate change and the push-back against car-dominated design, there’s a new interest in bicycling all over the country
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Note: This product is actively seeking funding on a European crowd-funding site called Ulule. Bicycle helmets are a necessity for safety but a pain when you’re not actually riding your bike. When not being worn, Overade’s folding helmet folds to reduce the volume of the helmet to a third of the original size for easy storage off the
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Another month, another Bluetooth speaker. That’s the way it seems, anyway. Actually, new Bluetooth – and Apple AirPlay – speakers are being introduced in greater and greater numbers, way more than one per month! Nyne may not be a household name in audio gadgets, but they soon could be with products like their new NB-200 portable
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If you got a new bicycle for Christmas (or already have one) and like a touch of whimsy, this is the perfect bike accessory for you! This cute bluebird attaches to your handlebars and serves as both a warning bell and a light. The Tweeting Bird Bike Light and Horn from Perpetual Kid has a
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Soldier: Who goes there? King Arthur: It is I, Arthur, son of Uther Pendragon, from the castle of Camelot. King of the Britons, defeater of the Saxons, Sovereign of all England! Soldier: Pull the other one! King Arthur: I am, and this is my trusty servant Patsy. We have ridden the length and breadth of
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Ever had trouble trying to make a bicycle helmet fit your old noggin? It normally involves buying a size too big and then using heaps of foam padding to make it fit “comfortably”. The foldable helmet from Carrera uses an accordion type mechanism to ensure a much better fit without having to muck about with too
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If I was a bicycle enthusiast, I’d be all over the ECOXPOWER from ECOXGEAR. It’s a pedal powered front / rear headlight for your bike that can also charge your USB devices. As it is, I don’t ride bikes because I have bad knees. Or that’s what I tell people. Actually, I don’t ride bikes
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Here in Australia, wearing an Australian Standards-approved helmet is mandatory when riding a bicycle. I know a few people who won’t wear bicycle helmets because of the bulk of the helmet, or because it might muss up their hair-do 🙂 So it’s either risk a fine if you’re caught (as well as risking head injuries),
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Ever had to lug your bicycle up a set of stairs or onto public transport? Bikes can be an awkward thing to move around. A new Kickstarter project, the Bike Frame Handle (aka “The Little Lifter”) is a simple yet elegant solution. Made of leather, the strap wraps around your frame and gives you an
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