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While a good set of lights are an essential part of night-time bicycle commuting, advances in LEDs, batteries and microprocessors have led to a number of headlights that do more than just shine straight onto the road. Here are a few such “value-added” … Continue reading 5 bike headlights that offer a little extra
While cycling is certainly a healthy, eco-friendly way of getting around, there’s one thing that keeps many people from doing it … butt pain. We’ve seen a number of saddles designed to address that problem, and here are five that struck us as being par… Continue reading 5 bike saddles that take a “no buts” approach to comfort
While plastic mountain bike pedals tend to be lighter and cheaper than their aluminum counterparts, they certainly don’t last as long. Canadian company Squidworx has set out to combine the best features of both, with its Modular Flat Pedal.Continue Rea… Continue reading Modular mountain bike pedals combine strength with serviceability
When it comes to e-bikes, there are some that make a point of looking like high-tech electric bicycles, and others that try to look as normal as possible. The Platzhirsch occupies a sort of middle ground, as it’s sleek yet also very eye-catching.Contin… Continue reading “Top dog” of e-bikes will definitely get you noticed
Electronically-shiftable bicycle drivetrains such as Di2 and eTap are becoming increasingly popular, but they’re definitely pricey. Archer Components’ D1x Trail offers a cheaper alternative, by adding electronic shifting to existing rear derailleurs.Co… Continue reading D1x Trail electronically shifts “old school” derailleurs
Whether you’re pedaling hundreds of miles across the wilderness or just to the corner store, one thing that can really throw you off is a set of large, heavy, rattling bike bags. Evoc approaches the problem with common-sense design: thinning … Continue reading Evoc dials bike packs in for the long haul with Boa fastening
If you’re driving at night, which are you more likely to notice: a single spot of light, or an entire illuminated human torso? Colorado-based cyclists Alex Mulvaney and Kathy Vega are betting on the second of the two, which is why they invent… Continue reading Dual Beam bike light illuminates the rider and the road
A team of scientists from Taiwan is suggesting not all exercise is equal when it comes to those with a genetic propensity for obesity trying to lose weight. The study concluded jogging was better for weight loss than either swimming or cyclin… Continue reading Scientists home in on six forms of exercise to best combat obesity genes
If you’re cycling in urban traffic, then it goes without saying that you ought to be doing shoulder checks when changing lanes. Every little bit of added safety is a good thing, though, which is why the Calamus One e-bike comes with integrate… Continue reading Calamus One e-bike features blindspot assist
Portable, cordless air-compressors aren’t exactly new, but they’re often bulky, limited in scope and ugly. In response to these issues, a team of engineers and product designers fro Hong Kong has come up with the Norshire Mini. A compact, min… Continue reading Norshire Mini 8-inch portable air-compressor for bike, car and camping