Trek’s CarBack bike radar gives next-level warnings on what’s behind you

If you’re worried about being unexpectedly overtaken by cars while you’re cycling, Trek’s new CarBack may be just the ticket. It’s not the only bicycle radar device on the market, but it is claimed to be the best in several ways.Continue ReadingCategor… Continue reading Trek’s CarBack bike radar gives next-level warnings on what’s behind you

Overade Life dials down the geek factor for light-up bike helmets

While there are now a lot of light-equipped bike helmets on the market, many of them look quite tech-geeky. The Life helmet is different, in that it’s sleek and stylish while still packing in multiple lighting features.Continue ReadingCategory: Bicycle… Continue reading Overade Life dials down the geek factor for light-up bike helmets

3-in-1 VizRide bike lighting system definitely doesn’t kid around

While some urban bicycle commuters are content with a simple head- and tail light, others really want to make sure that they’re seen by motorists. Such folks will likely take a shine to the VizRide system, which packs a total of 96 LEDs.Continue Readin… Continue reading 3-in-1 VizRide bike lighting system definitely doesn’t kid around

4,000-lumen Guard X bike light changes colors and thwarts thieves

While there are now a ton of high-tech bike headlights on the market, most of them are pretty similar to one another. The Guard X stands out, however, with features like an anti-theft alarm, changeable light colors, and a maximum output of 4,000 lumens… Continue reading 4,000-lumen Guard X bike light changes colors and thwarts thieves

Lumos Ultra Fly strips down the bike-helmet-with-a-light concept

Light-equipped bike helmets are becoming increasingly popular, but not everyone wants all that extra weight, all the time. The Lumos Ultra Fly was designed with that fact in mind, as it works with a tail light that can be magnetically attached only whe… Continue reading Lumos Ultra Fly strips down the bike-helmet-with-a-light concept

Aura cycling system sports coordinated helmet lights and bike lights

While there are now plenty of bike headlights/tail lights, helmet lights and turn indicators to choose from, they’re usually all independently operated. The Aura system is different, in that it wirelessly coordinates multiple lights for what is claimed… Continue reading Aura cycling system sports coordinated helmet lights and bike lights

Center Light bike headlight combines retro looks with today’s tech

While there are now a huge number of bike headlights on the market, most of them take the form of a box that sits up on top of the handlebars. The Center Light is different, in that it has a more classic low-profile look while still packing high-tech f… Continue reading Center Light bike headlight combines retro looks with today’s tech

Gamel turn-indicator bike helmet uses head-tilts instead of a remote

Bike helmets with built-in LED turn indicators may be kinda cool, but most of them are activated via a handlebar-mounted remote control. The Gamel helmet is different, in that its indicators are triggered by the tilting of your head.Continue ReadingCat… Continue reading Gamel turn-indicator bike helmet uses head-tilts instead of a remote

Garmin Varia eRTL61 brings car-detecting radar tech to existing ebikes

There are now a number of ebikes equipped with radar systems which warn riders of vehicles approaching from behind. If your bike isn’t among those, you can now change that by slapping on Garmin’s Varia eRTL615 radar/tail light module.Continue ReadingCa… Continue reading Garmin Varia eRTL61 brings car-detecting radar tech to existing ebikes

4-in-1 device combines bike light, cyclometer, phone mount and charger

Mounting a headlight, smartphone holder and cyclometer on your bike’s handlebars can take up a lot of space. The awkwardly named 4-in-1 Multifunctional Bike Stopwatch addresses that problem by combining all three along with a phone charger.Continue Rea… Continue reading 4-in-1 device combines bike light, cyclometer, phone mount and charger