Top Bike of 2020
December 3, 2020
And the winner is… it’s the end of the year, and we’ve just finished counting all of your Facebook likes and shares for our 2020 features in the Bike category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please…the Planet Bike Rojo 100 Bike Tail Light, a little rear light with big shine power […]
Topeak TailLux 100 USB
October 15, 2020
Here’s the mate to the Topeak HeadLux 450 USB that we shared with you to earlier…the Topeak TailLux 100 USB! This rear light will make it difficult for motorist not to see you (and that’s a good thing!) with its 9 super bright LEDs that shed a maximum of 100 lumens and a beam pattern […]
Topeak HeadLux 450 USB
October 15, 2020
Earlier we introduced you to Topeak’s Mini USB Combo, and now here’s a the big mama alternative to that mini! It’s the Topeak HeadLux 450 USB, a front lamp with 2 super bright, white LEDs that have an illumination range of 50 meters at its maximum luminous intensity of 450 lumens. The approximate run times […]
Topeak Mini USB Combo
October 15, 2020
Mini but mighty! Our friends at Topeak know bike safety, and their Mini USB Combo is a cyclist’s must-have. Just a touch under 2 inches in length, this dynamic duo consists of a front light and a rear light that will keep you visible on your cycling adventures. The front light shines brightly with 2 […]
OnGuard 8008 Pitbull Mini DT U-Lock
August 28, 2020
Mini but mighty! From the folks at OnGuard comes the 8008 Pitbull Mini DT U-Lock, a combo “smaller” U-lock with a 4 foot long cable. We say “smaller” because it’s about half the size of the Pitbull Std U-Lock that we introduced you to earlier today, but it will definitely do the trick in protecting […]
OnGuard 8003 Pitbull Std U-Lock
August 28, 2020
Like having a guard dog (perhaps, a pit bull?) watching over your two wheels! The OnGuard 8003 Pitbull Std U-Lock is a very sturdy lock, providing ultimate security for your bike and rating of 80 out of 100. The 14 mm shackle is made out of ultra hardened steel and the cross bar locks to it […]
Folding Mobility Smacircle S1
July 24, 2020
Fold and go! The Folding Mobility Smacircle S1 is an electric bike that is ultra compact and portable. Weighing in at 19 pounds plus the weight of the lithium-ion battery, this uniquely designed e-bike that looks a little like an upside-down pair of spectacles, folds and unfolds in a few seconds at the push of […]
Planet Bike Blaze 800 SLX Bike Light
January 24, 2020
Yet another super product from our friends at Planet Bike…the Blaze 800 SLX Bike Light! While you may have seen this light before with its 800 lumens of power, they’ll soon be fitted with a new lens that they call the Clean Beam. This special lens diffuses the light and acts as a sort of […]
Planet Bike Rojo 100 Bike Tail Light
January 24, 2020
Bright and shiny! Our friends at Planet Bike are working hard to keep you safe. Their recently released Rojo 100 Bike Tail Light is their brightest rear light with a whopping 100 lumens of power. This little guy has one large and one small LED light that work in conjunction when you select one of […]
Top Bike of 2019
December 4, 2019
And the winner is… it’s the end of the year, and we’ve just finished counting all of your Facebook likes (and shares) for our 2019 reviews in the Bike category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please…Jackie Corley’s recently released book titled The Joy of Cycling, which is the perfect holiday gift for […]
Electra Bugle Horn
November 15, 2019
A fun way to make yourself known! For those with a quirky sense of self, the Electra Bugle Horn is an entertaining bike accessory. The steel horn has a large rubber bulb and a deep tone. A plastic bracket with a silicone strap makes for easy, tool-free attachment to most handlebars. Honka, honka with the Electra Bugle […]
Planet Bike Waterproof Saddle Cover
November 8, 2019
A shower cap for your bike! With rainy weather officially upon us, the folks at Planet Bike have just what you need. Their Waterproof Saddle Cover keeps your cruiser seat or those larger comfort saddles protected from the rain. An elastic drawstring creates a snug fit and a reflective strap makes you more visible in […]
Convercycle
September 13, 2019
A bike with a hidden trunk! Convercycle looks like a standard bike but by simply lifting up on the rear wheel, it slides out revealing an area behind the seat that can hold your farmers market goodies, sports equipment, picnic basket, and more. When you don’t need the cargo space, slide it back, and boom, you’ve […]
The Joy of Cycling
July 15, 2019
An ode to two wheeled joy! The Joy of Cycling, recently released by Hatherleigh Press, is a collection of quotes to celebrate the bicycle and the freedom and fun that it gives us. Find out what Susan B Anthony, Mark Twain, John Lennon, Albert Einstein, and more have to say about bikes, cycling, and this […]
FEND Helmet
May 24, 2019
Now there’s no excuse not to wear a helmet! The FEND Helmet folds by more than 60% of its original size, making it super convenient for urban commuting. The innovative design allows each side to collapses under itself, like a fan, resulting in a compact unit that fits easily into a bag or backpack. Even […]
SmartHalo
March 8, 2019
Bike smart with SmartHalo! This biking accessory and free app have an impressive number of useful features. It’s an alarm: a piercing 100 dB sounds if someone tries to mess with your bike. It’s a navigation tool: set your destination in the app and get turn by turn directions that are easily communicated to you […]
NiteRider Lumina Dual 1800
March 8, 2019
They’ve done it again! Our friends at NiteRider have developed so many innovative and practical lighting solutions, and now they have yet another winning product. Though not released just yet, we were lucky enough to get a sneak peak at the new NiteRider Lumina Dual 1800. As the name outlines, it has a maximum lumen output […]
Top Bike of 2018
December 5, 2018
And the winner is… it’s the end of the year, and we’ve just finished counting all of your Facebook likes (and shares) for our 2018 reviews in the Bike category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please…GeoOrbital, a wheel that converts your regular bike into an electric bike. Rounding out the top-3 […]
Fuoripista
September 21, 2018
Beautiful enough to be a piece of art. The Fuoripista, designed by Adriano Design and produced by Elite, is a stylish stationary bike patterned after a fighting bull. The wood, tempered glass, and polished aluminum alloy smart bike is Bluetooth compatible, connects to virtual training programs like Zwift, and has a virtual shifter and integrated power […]
OTTOLOCK
September 19, 2018
Three stainless steel layers. Four Kevlar reinforced layers. Wow. OTTOLOCK is designed to be a lightweight solution to secure your bike, kayak, or gear for a short period of time. The flexible band has a rubber-like coating that keeps it from scratching your bike and curls up into a compact 3 inch diameter, small enough […]
Airwheel E3
May 18, 2018
E-bike in a bag?! The Airwheel E3 is a mini folding electric bike that can fit in a backpack. It has a lightweight aluminum alloy frame and a removable, rechargeable battery with a total weight of 27.6 pounds. The battery can be charged in 2.5-3.5 hours and doubles as a USB charging power bank. Reaching top speeds of […]
GeoOrbital
March 16, 2018
They reinvented the wheel! GeoOrbital is an innovative way to convert your regular bike into an electric bike. Exchange your front wheel for the GeoOrbital wheel, clip the throttle to your handlebars, and in no time at all (and with no tools either!), you’re set to go! The tire is solid foam and will never […]
Topeak Turbo Morph Digital
March 13, 2018
Pump it up! Our friends at Topeak have again shown themselves to be in tune with the needs of cyclists with their just released Turbo Morph Digital. Based on the design of their award winning Morph, they’ve swapped out the flip down, analog dial gauge for a digital one, making it much easier to accurately inflate […]
BikeBus
February 1, 2018
Wheels on wheels! BikeBus is a novel gym on wheels in Boston, Massachusetts. A seemingly ordinary city bus has been converted to an indoor cycling studio. The exercise bikes are secured to the floor of the bus as it tours past various sightseeing landmarks around the city. Cycling shoes are not necessary, but if you […]