Gadgets & Hacks

Video: FiberFix Jumps the Shark (Tank) to Fix Your Bicycle

Derek at FiberFix just sent over this video along with this note: “BikeRumor may consider this a total joke, but I think it’s something to…

Written by Kristi Benedict July 18, 2014

Silca Unveils Heirloom Quality HIRO Locking Presta Valve for Floor Pumps

Just a few weeks ago, Silca’s Josh Poertner sent over images of his new valve extenders. Now, he’s got something to grab hold of ’em…

Written by Tyler Benedict July 15, 2014

Forget Wheel Bags, Check out the New Enve Wheel Backpack!

Judging by the number of times we’ve seen wheels strapped to a rider’s back with inner tubes, cyclists often need to carry an extra set…

Written by Zach Overholt July 14, 2014

Cycle AT uses Bluetooth to Monitor Tire Pressure, Speed, and More

In the future, it seems everything will be connected to your smart phone. First locks, and now with Cycle AT, a tire pressure monitoring system.…

Written by Zach Overholt July 09, 2014

Skylock Offers Keyless, Solar Powered, Smart Phone Connected U-Lock That Helps When you Crash

What’s better than a bike lock? How about a keyless, solar powered, smart phone connected super lock? That’s exactly what the team behind Skylock have…

Written by Zach Overholt July 09, 2014

NiteRider Shines with Longer Run Times, More Lumens, and Visible Bike Lanes for 2015

In the world of bicycle lighting, the past few years have focused on the lumen wars. More is better, right? To a certain extent, yes,…

Written by Zach Overholt July 08, 2014

Stages Cycling Introduces New Power App for Android

Cyclists wanting to measure power output no longer have to choose between their allegiance to Android, or the ability to use the Stages Power Meter.…

Written by Zach Overholt July 07, 2014

Purely Custom Continues to Modernize Fitting with Lasers!

Dr. Evil just wanted shark with freakin laser beams attached to their heads. If he picked up the new Purely Custom 3D fit plotter, he…

Written by Zach Overholt July 03, 2014

Elite Real Trainers Now Fully Compatible with Kinomap Trainer Program

Those of you who need to suffer on a trainer but are looking for something a little more immersive than watching reruns of Breaking Bad…

Written by Zach Overholt July 03, 2014

Trek Factory Racing Partners with Samsung, Integrates Training with New Wearable Technology

Earlier this year during the Consumer Electronics show it was rumored that Trek and Samsung might be forming a partnership. The fact that there was…

Written by Zach Overholt July 03, 2014

Effetto Mariposa Fills ‘n’ Seals Fat Tires Instantly w/ Caffélatex Espresso Doppio

Sometimes it takes a little more juice to get the big guys ready for action. While Effetto Mariposa’s Espresso quick fill canister’s 75ml shot of…

Written by Tyler Benedict July 01, 2014

Bkool Trainer Gets More Stable, Online Simulator Improves Compatibility, Versatility

BKool is a Spanish brand that started as a technology company that wanted to make a simulator but needed a trainer for it to work…

Written by Tyler Benedict June 30, 2014

PatchnRide Promises Simple Flat Repair without Removing the Tire – Even on Tubulars

Pretend for a moment that you’re not an expert flat repair person, and that you barely know how to work a quick release. For that…

Written by Zach Overholt June 24, 2014

Wahoo RPM Clocks Cadence in Bluetooth & ANT+ Without Magnets

The purveyors of iPhone powered fitness devices now have their sights set on cadence sensors. Thanks to the new Wahoo RPM Cadence Sensor, constantly misaligned…

Written by Zach Overholt June 23, 2014

PowerTap Adds AMP Series, Offers Carbon Wheels with Power at Impressive Prices

It wasn’t long ago that many privateer racers used one set of wheels for training, and the good set of wheels for racing. That meant…

Written by Zach Overholt June 12, 2014

Useeme Turnin’ – The Automatic Wearable Bicycle Turn Signal

Bicycle turn signals are an idea that have been around for awhile. Many have attempted to integrate them into bicycle wear, but few have succeeded…

Written by Zach Overholt June 11, 2014

The 3-Way, GoPro’s Most Versatile Mount Yet

The new 3-way mount from GoPro can be configured as either a camera grip, fold-able extension arm, or as a mini tripod. Which makes it…

Written by Saris Mercanti June 10, 2014

Sneak Peek: Radar Powered Vehicle Avoidance from Backtracker

Last week it was lasers, now the bicycle industry looks to be entering into the world of radar. At least, once iKubu officially introduces their…

Written by Zach Overholt June 05, 2014

KlickFix CamOn! – The Ultimate Gopro Mount?

Tired of GoPro footage all from the same boring angle? Better riding clips all have one thing in common – multiple camera angles. But traditional…

Written by Zach Overholt June 04, 2014

Ditch the Saddle for a Harness with the new Flying Bike!

Inventors are always targeting the bicycle saddle as an area of improvement – after all, for non cyclists they always seem to be a source…

Written by Zach Overholt June 03, 2014

Bike Intermodal: The World’s Smallest, and Most Impressive Folding Bike?

Imagine a folding bike that was so small and light weight that it became more of an accessory rather than a vehicle. That’s the folding…

Written by Zach Overholt June 02, 2014

60 MPH On The Flats? With The Air-Spear It May Be Possible

Life long martial artists Jim Wing has only been a cyclist for one year. But his goal of pedaling to the speed of 60 MPH…

Written by Micah Redfield May 30, 2014

Strava Route Builder Now Updates App to Show Turns & Segments on Your Mobile

Strava’s Route Builder online tool has been helping cyclists plan a ride since last fall, but until now those finely crafted plans were stuck on…

Written by Tyler Benedict May 29, 2014

Tune Spurtreu Perfectly Aligns Handlebars to Your Front Wheel – with Lasers!

Need that one trick tool that no else is gonna have? And one that solves an incredibly frustrating problem at that? The new Tune Spurtreu…

Written by Tyler Benedict May 27, 2014

Wrap Your Goods With Skinnz (Drivetrain) Protection

Pushing for a more comprehensive system of protecting your prized ride is Skinnz and their line of component covers. Citing a foul weather drive up…

Written by Micah Redfield May 25, 2014

Friday Roundup – Bicycle Bits & Pieces

The Tour of Estonia and Tartu Rattaralli will be in televised live on the web starting May 30th. Stephen Baptist is doing a summer internship…

Written by Kristi Benedict May 23, 2014

The Robert Axle Solves 142×12 MTB Trailer Woes

For adventures or those with kids, having the ability to tow a trailer behind their bicycle is essential. Unfortunately for those riders, they’ve been cornered…

Written by Saris Mercanti May 22, 2014

Rotor Updates Power Meter Firmware, Software to Improve Accuracy & Battery Life

Rotor has just issued an update for its Power Meter cranks to resolve issues related to zero calibration and battery life. The units use a…

Written by Tyler Benedict May 22, 2014

New Sigma Butler Out Front Mount Serves ROX Cycling Computers in Plain Sight

We teased this out of them when we posted the free ROX 10.0 mount upgrade, but now the Sigma Butler is official. The Butler comes…

Written by Tyler Benedict May 17, 2014

SRAM Electronic Drivetrain Patents Show Wireless, Road & Mountain Bike Designs

First spotted in the wintry cold of midwestern cyclocross races, SRAM’s electronic drivetrain has resurfaced on the road race scene. And we uncovered this patent…

Written by Tyler Benedict May 13, 2014