Brainy bike helmet packs lights, turn indicators and crash detection

When we last heard from Lumos, the bike helmet company had announced a model which was simply equipped with a “smart” tail light. The firm is getting fancy again, however, with its turn-indicating, 360-degree-illuminating, crash-detecting Nyxel.Continu… Continue reading Brainy bike helmet packs lights, turn indicators and crash detection

In-tire sensor sends real-time pressure readings to psi-conscious cyclists

When it comes to the pressure of mountain and gravel bike tires, a few psi either way can make a big difference in performance. The Outrider sensor was designed with that fact in mind, as it provides real-time pressure readings from within tubeless tir… Continue reading In-tire sensor sends real-time pressure readings to psi-conscious cyclists

In-tire sensor sends real-time pressure readings to psi-conscious cyclists

When it comes to the pressure of mountain and gravel bike tires, a few psi either way can make a big difference in performance. The Outrider sensor was designed with that fact in mind, as it provides real-time pressure readings from within tubeless tir… Continue reading In-tire sensor sends real-time pressure readings to psi-conscious cyclists

“The perfect bike” developed to showcase ebike conversion tech

After years of releasing conversion kits that transform a regular bike into an ebike, Swytch has now revealed the “ultimate affordable ebike (that’s also just a really great bike).” The Go eBike will sport the company’s latest hub motor and long-range … Continue reading “The perfect bike” developed to showcase ebike conversion tech

Bar-end bike lights boost side viz, and add turn indicators to your ride

Head- and tail lights definitely help make bicycles visible from the front and back, but what about from the sides? The handlebar-plug-replacing SideLights are designed to address that shortcoming, plus they serve as headlights, tail lights and turn in… Continue reading Bar-end bike lights boost side viz, and add turn indicators to your ride

Bigger, bolder ebike conversion kit boosts range by up to six times

British company Swytch Bike has long been known for its clever kits that quickly convert regular bikes to ebikes – and back again, if desired. Its latest offering, the Swytch Max +, boasts features such as a built-in light and a range of up to 60 miles… Continue reading Bigger, bolder ebike conversion kit boosts range by up to six times

Double-duty bike pump stashes a multitool inside its handle

In order to perform trailside repairs, mountain bikers and gravel bikers need at least two things: a multitool and a compact pump. That’s where the Daysaver Incredible Pump comes in, as it’s a little pump that accommodates a tool (or two!) within its h… Continue reading Double-duty bike pump stashes a multitool inside its handle

New Specialized carbon ebike lineup boasts 33-lb weight, 5-hour battery

Ebikes designed for commuting are often rather heavy, dumpy-looking things with no real sense of “fun.” Specialized is apparently out to change that, with its just-announced line of carbon-fiber-framed Turbo Vado SL 2 Carbon city bikes.Continue Reading… Continue reading New Specialized carbon ebike lineup boasts 33-lb weight, 5-hour battery

Watch: A peek inside DJI’s 5.5 lb, palm-sized 77 lb-ft drive system

DJI, which nearly everyone knows as the drone company, made the jump into the electric mountain bike (eMTB) sector this year with the DJI Avinox Drive System. We just wanted to show you the clever inner workings of the setup, which brings some unique f… Continue reading Watch: A peek inside DJI’s 5.5 lb, palm-sized 77 lb-ft drive system