We’re in a risky business, and companies like KOPILOT.ID want to make the activity we all love safer. Whether your tires mostly end up on asphalt, dirt, or a solid mix of both, a crash is inevitable. While they might not be able to prevent the crash, KOPILOT may be crucial in the moments that follow.
Creating Easier Communication in Emergencies
I usually ride solo. It isn’t always ideal from a safety perspective, but it is the reality of getting enough time on my bike. I always have my phone with me, tell my wife where I am going, and try not to push my limits too much when I’m alone. But that is typically the extent of my safety protocol.
That said, I have used products similar to KOPILOT, such as an Aleck crash sensor. I used the Aleck-equipped Smith Payroll for quite a while, having a bit more confidence that emergency contacts would be notified in the event of a significant crash.
However, I struggled to remember to charge the crash sensor in the helmet, rendering its safety advancements useless. That’s where KOPILOT.ID comes in – there’s nothing to charge, and it will always be ready to provide your emergency contact information.
The KOPILOT.ID
Simply put, KOPILOT.ID is a small NFC (Near Field Communication) tag that can be loaded with emergency information. It mounts to a helmet, clips to a pack or goggles, or attaches to a jacket zipper.
In the event of a significant crash, individuals assisting can scan the KOPILOT tag with their smartphone. Doing so will bring up the emergency profile associated with that tag. This profile includes emergency contact information, allergies, medications, and other essential details.
KOPILOT states that the tags are compatible with nearly all NFC-equipped smartphones, provided the setting is enabled. (They mention that NFC tech has been in iPhones since the iPhone 6). To view the emergency information, a responding individual does not need to have KOPILOT’s app downloaded.
There is an asterisk with that previous statement, however. Downloading the app isn’t required if there is cell service or an internet connection. If neither of those options is available, which is likely to be the case on backcountry adventures, a responding individual must have the app downloaded to access the information.
The download is free, and you can even set up a profile without having a KOPILOT tag to link to. It might be a good thing to have on your phone just in case.
AI in 24 Languages?
Isn’t this just a digital version of a Road ID? One of the coolest things about the KOPILOT.ID is its ability to translate your details to 24 different languages, so if you happen to be riding in another country, there’s a good chance your info will still be clear to the first responders. That’s part of the AI used by KOPILOT to also provide a summary of your medical history to the person reading the tag.
KOPILOT Details
So, is it a perfect solution? Probably not, but it is safer than having nothing. And, who knows, a product like KOPILOT.ID could easily save a life someday (if it hasn’t already).
Best of all, it isn’t too expensive. $50 gets you the NFC tag and the different mounts. The app is free to download, and there are no membership or subscription fees to pay. And, if you smash your helmet like I did, you can just attach it to a new helmet.
KOPILOT.ID Tag
- 1 in. x 1 in. x 0.05 in.
- Waterproof and durable
- No battery or charging
- Includes: goggle mount, zipper mount, and helmet mount
