Binary Gear doubles an MTB’s gear ratios, without a front derailleur

Even though almost all new mountain bikes now have just one chainring and no front derailleur, it would still be nice to have all those other gear ratios again. The Binary Gear is designed to bring them back, without reintroducing a front derailleur.Co… Continue reading Binary Gear doubles an MTB’s gear ratios, without a front derailleur

Daysaver Incredible multitool system hangs out in bars – or pockets

In the past few years, Swiss cycling tool startup Daysaver has brought us a clever nesting-bit hex wrench and a multifunctional tire lever. Well, the company is back on our radar again, this time with its Incredible multitool system.Continue ReadingCat… Continue reading Daysaver Incredible multitool system hangs out in bars – or pockets

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

Rubber-bodied Bumper Pedals are made to spare cyclists’ shins

For many bicycle commuters, painful shin scrapes caused by pedal strikes are just an unavoidable part of cycling. They might not have to be, however, if the designers of the rubber-bodied Bumper Pedals have anything to say about it.Continue ReadingCate… Continue reading Rubber-bodied Bumper Pedals are made to spare cyclists’ shins

Abus CombiFlex TravelGuard bike lock is set to hit your local coffee shop

While there’s no substitute for a big, burly, ultra-secure bike lock in high-theft-risk scenarios, sometimes a lighter, more compact lock is a bit more practical. That’s where the Abus CombiFlex TravelGuard is designed to come in.Continue ReadingCatego… Continue reading Abus CombiFlex TravelGuard bike lock is set to hit your local coffee shop

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