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 […]
Velosock Indoor Bike Cover
January 19, 2018
Put a sock on it! A Velosock that is! This indoor bike cover is your solution to protecting your bike and your home. Made out of a super stretchy fabric, there’s a zipper that runs the length of the top of the bike so it’s easy to put on in less than 30 seconds. The […]
Top Bike of 2017
December 5, 2017
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 2017 reviews in the Bike category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please… the Topeak Aero USB 1W Combo, a set of front and back lights that are […]
Toko Convertible Glove
November 20, 2017
Gloves or mittens? Now, you don’t have to choose. You can have both with the Convertible Glove from our friends at Toko! It’s a poly/Lycra glove with a nylon, windproof cover that tucks into a pocket at your wrist when you don’t need that extra protection. The glove portion has external finger seams for added […]
Glenmorangie Original by Renovo
September 22, 2017
Savor the ride! The most recent collaboration between Renovo, the Portland company that pioneered the concept of building engineered hollow hardwood bicycle frames, and Glenmorangie, creators of the award winning Highland Single Malt Scotch Whiskies, is a beautifully crafted bike call the Glenmorangie Original. Yes, you guessed it, the frame of this bike is made from those very same casks […]
Topeak JoeBlow Twin Turbo
September 22, 2017
Wow, this baby is big! The new JoeBlow Twin Turbo from our friends at Topeak is a significant floor pump with significant power. Those smart engineers at Topeak designed proprietary twin turbo technology to optimize your time and effort in filling those tires so you can hit the road and the trails more quickly. At […]
GripGrab Cycling
September 13, 2017
When you are ready to hit the trails on two wheels, our friends at GripGrab have you covered from head to toe! With their new women-specific line of cycling accessories, the GripGrab Women’s Range, this Danish company has us impressed. Starting at the top (literally!), their Women’s Summer Cycling Cap is lightweight, breathable, machine washable, and will […]
Portland Reflector Afterglow
September 7, 2017
The triangles have it! Our friends at Portland Reflector developed some reflective devices that are just what you need to keep you safe during low lighting times. The Afterglow is a large 6 inch reflector triangle that can be attached to anything. It’s magnetic so you can stick it on something metal (of course!), but it […]
7mesh Quantum Jersey
August 24, 2017
Yet another winner from the folks at 7mesh! We’ve shared some of their cycling pieces with you before, and their latest and greatest is the new Quantum Jersey. Construction of this jersey includes features that are clearly from a company that knows cycling. A full length zipper makes getting this jersey on and off easy. There […]
Elite Fly Bottle
August 4, 2017
Hydrate like the pros! The new Fly Bottles from the cycling experts at Elite are the crème de la crème, and it’s easy to see why the 2017 World Tour pro teams are using them. These 550ml bottles are hyper-lightweight at only 54 grams, and with most standard bottles weighing over 80 grams, they are reportedly the lightest […]
Topeak Aero USB 1W Combo
June 5, 2017
See and be seen! Those expert biking folks at Topeak have done it again…their new Aero USB 1W Combo will have you ready to safely roll in no time at all. Sooo easy to install (read: no tools required) and sooo easy to use (read: nice big buttons that can be maneuvered with gloves on). […]