How can you stay safe and comfortable while riding your bike? These cycling gadgets and accessories can help.
Riding a bike is a great way to exercise, enjoy the outdoors, and reduce your carbon footprint. But no matter what kind of bike ride you’re on, you can encounter a variety of obstacles. You might hit a pothole, get hit by a car, or get lost. Luckily, there are some essential bike gadgets that can help any cyclist. Today, we’re sharing 7 gadgets that will keep you safe and comfortable while you’re cycling.
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If you cycle regularly, you know that you need to take steps to stay safe. Protecting your head with a quality helmet like the Lumos Ultra Fly Pro Helmet is a great way to stay safe. This helmet offers increased visibility and features Mips life-saving technology.
The Garmin Varia RCT715 is also a great choice for safety-conscious riders, as the gadget comes with a built-in camera that improves rider visibility and automatically captures footage of any abnormal behavior, such as accidents.
From smart helmets to tail lights, here are some of the most high-tech gadgets you can put on your bike and take your bike riding to a whole new level.
1. A comfortable MIPS helmet for commuters
Lumos Fly Pro lifestyle image
It’s 2024 and traditional helmets are no longer enough, especially if you commute by bike. That’s why we recommend the Lumos Ultra Fly Pro Helmet. With Mips integration, this helmet has a low-friction layer that minimizes rotational impact forces, protecting against brain injuries.
But Mips aren’t the only safety feature: The Ultra Fly Pro is compatible with Lumos’ Firefly reflective helmet lights to ensure you’re visible to other drivers, and there are strategically placed reflective decals as well.
This helmet has your comfort in mind with 14 ventilation holes and a lightweight design so you can say goodbye to sweaty hair and stay focused on the road, plus the straps and interior can be adjusted to fit your unique size.
2. Rearview taillights and camera
Garmin Varia RCT715 on a bike
Being visible on the road is important for cyclist safety. Reflectors, lights and brightly colored clothing are all great ways to make drivers aware of your presence. If you’re looking for light, try the Garmin Varia RCT715 Rearview Taillight with Camera.
At the time of writing this blog, the price was $399.99. It’s not cheap, but it does have some pretty handy features: First, it has daytime visibility of up to one mile, so drivers can see you right away.
Plus, there’s a built-in camera, which records what’s behind you at up to 1080p/30fps. If something unusual happens, you’ll get clear, detailed event footage. Add in the rearview radar with warnings, pairing options and a companion app, and you’ve got a powerful bike safety product.
3. A smart and compact bicycle navigation device
Beeline Velo 2 mounted on a bicycle handlebar
Another way to stay safe while cycling is to get a navigation device. Most bike smartphone holders are bulky and may not fit your model of bike. The Beeline Velo 2 bike navigation device makes more sense.
Developed to provide compact navigation on the bike, this device looks great on any bike model and provides information at a glance, giving you the information you need and keeping you focused on the road. You can also plan routes with the Beeline app and use its road rating system. This is one of my favorite must-have bike gadgets.
4. Comfortable bike seats
YouTube video VSEAT
Bike seats are often uncomfortable, but one product has attempted to solve bike seat discomfort from the ground up. Called VSEAT, it features a unique noseless design that refocuses your weight onto your sit bones instead of your soft tissue, making you feel like you’re sitting in a chair.
VSEAT is lightweight, easy to install and fits all standard bicycles and even eBikes. It makes cycling more comfortable and fun.
5. Easily store your bike
Wizard Works Figwit Cargo Cage Olive Green
Whether you’re riding country roads or through the urban jungle, all cyclists need storage space when they’re on the bike, and the Wizard Works Figwit Cargo Cage Bag gives you that extra space you need in a stylish way.
Its hard shell construction means you can conveniently open and access the bag while it’s still attached to your bike, and it fits any bike frame, making it perfect for any adventure. A must-have for any bike gadget.
6. Hydration System
MXXY Flexx goes on an adventure
Staying hydrated while on the bike is essential for safety on the road or trail, and the MXXY Flexx 1.5 Liter Hydration System allows you to sip on water, supplement mix, or both.
How? Thanks to its dual reservoir design, the Flexx system gives you a primary reservoir for water and a secondary reservoir for supplements or electrolyte drinks, so you can hydrate in the way that works best for you.
7. Angle grinder-proof bike lock
Holding the Hiplok D1000
With an angle grinder, a thief can slice through a bike lock in seconds. The Hiplok D1000 is much harder: made from a graphene composite material, it takes 20 times longer to cut with an angle grinder, increasing the risk of a criminal getting caught.
This bike lock has been tested to high standards and is Sold Secure Power Cycle Diamond and ART 4 Star rated, works with bicycles and e-bikes, and is easy to carry.
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Whether cycling is your primary mode of transportation or a weekend hobby, these essential cycling gadgets will make your experience safer and more comfortable.
I hope you found this list useful. If you have any product recommendations or suggestions, please leave them in the comments 🙂
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Lauren has been writing and editing since 2008. She loves working with text and helping writers find their own way of expression. When she’s not typing away at her computer, you can find her cooking and traveling with her husband and two daughters.
