Like an owl, the Owlight bike headlight hides out during the day

It’s convenient to have a headlight that’s always on your bike, but the things can just get in the way when they’re not needed. The Owlight was designed with that problem in mind, as it hides inside the handlebar during daylight hours.Continue ReadingC… Continue reading Like an owl, the Owlight bike headlight hides out during the day

Torch cycling backpack sports its own tail light and turn indicators

Although there are already cycling jackets and vests with integrated lights in the back, those aren’t going to do you much good if you cover them with a backpack. That’s where the Torch pack comes in, as it has an integrated lighting system of its own…. Continue reading Torch cycling backpack sports its own tail light and turn indicators

Personomic handlebar grips are custom-made for each buyer’s hands

Although many cyclists utilize custom orthotic insoles in their shoes, they typically just use one-size-and-shape-fits-all grips on their handlebars. University of Stuttgart spinoff Personomic is out to change that, with grips that are custom-made for … Continue reading Personomic handlebar grips are custom-made for each buyer’s hands

Coworking5 cycling multitool packs five functions into one device

Although there are now various types of cycling multitools on the market, most of them simply incorporate a selection of hex wrench bits. The Coworking5 rounds up five other types of bike-related tools, and combines them in one gadget.Continue ReadingC… Continue reading Coworking5 cycling multitool packs five functions into one device

Powershift replaces a bike’s front derailleur with a 2-speed hub

The elimination of the front derailleur on many bikes has made cycling simpler, but reduced the number of available gear ratios. That’s where the Powershift hub comes in, as it essentially replaces the front derailleur, allowing for more gears on 1x (s… Continue reading Powershift replaces a bike’s front derailleur with a 2-speed hub

RockShox Flight Attendant tech auto-adjusts mountain bike suspension

Even though mountain bikers can manually adjust their bike’s suspension settings, most of them don’t constantly do so throughout each ride. That’s where the new RockShox Flight Attendant system comes in, as it automatically adjusts the front and rear s… Continue reading RockShox Flight Attendant tech auto-adjusts mountain bike suspension

Cercle touring bike features a built-in folding chair, table and cot

Camper vans (aka caravans) don’t just carry your gear – they also serve as a shelter when you stop. So, why don’t touring bicycles do likewise? Well, the prototype Cercle bike does just that.Continue ReadingCategory: Bicycles, TransportTags: Cycling, C… Continue reading Cercle touring bike features a built-in folding chair, table and cot

Orange Phase AD3 adaptive eMTB packs three wheels and a bucket seat

After suffering a brain injury in 2015, pro mountain biker Lorraine Truong was left partially paralyzed – this meant she could no longer ride a conventional bicycle. She’s now back in the “saddle” again, though, thanks to the cleverly designed Orange P… Continue reading Orange Phase AD3 adaptive eMTB packs three wheels and a bucket seat