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The Well Dressed Ebiker
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"WATCH: Super-light Metallic Foam Obliterates Bullets on Impact"
http://interestingengineering.com/watch-super-light-metallic-foam-obliterates-bullets-impact/
[youtube]lWmFu-_54fI[/youtube]
Hmmm... First was thinking wind screens...
http://interestingengineering.com/watch-super-light-metallic-foam-obliterates-bullets-impact/
[youtube]lWmFu-_54fI[/youtube]
Hmmm... First was thinking wind screens...
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[youtube]ksrrwnqYsLo[/youtube]
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[youtube]Be-MJxeCpvU[/youtube]
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... and pants for the ladies:
(uglyBROS Twiggy Women's Riding jeans, 12 oz stretched cotton, elastic knee & waist-lower back panels, CE approved removable knee & hip protectors.)
(uglyBROS Twiggy Women's Riding jeans, 12 oz stretched cotton, elastic knee & waist-lower back panels, CE approved removable knee & hip protectors.)
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... made in the UK from these folks:
http://www.vulpine.cc/
"Each item handmade in Blackburn, Lancashire, from the finest British fabrics."
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[youtube]sGTYhh9y9Zg[/youtube]
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http://www.wired.com/2016/08/brooks-bike-helmets/ 8)
Author: Michael Calore. Michael Calore Gear
Date of Publication: 08.24.16.
08.24.16
Time of Publication: 6:45 am.
6:45 am
Brooks Wants You to Test Its New Helmets—Responsibly, Thank You Very Much
The storied British cycling brand Brooks is best known for its premium leather bicycle saddles with their iconic metal rivets. One of the most desirable accessories for bike enthusiasts, Brooks saddles have cushioned the perineums of commuters, messengers, racers, and cycle-tourists since the 1880s.
The company is moving a ways up the body with its newest product release, a new line of bike helmets. They’re not leather (which isn’t great for skull protection!) but they do maintain that Brooks charm by way of a metal rivet plunked into the side of the shell. There are two models, a traditional-looking, well-vented design called the Harrier, and a more stylish design with one big front vent called the Island. Both are your standard polycarbonate, and both use a rotary-style tensioning dial in the back to get a snug fit.
Info on the new helmets can be found on a website called Triboom. Brooks has set up an account on the community site, and the helmets are initially being sold there. The company is inviting 300 of its customers to buy pre-production versions of its crash hats, test them on the road, and offer feedback. In exchange for their efforts, the early birds get a sharp-looking, limited edition helmet—matte black with a copper rivet and stamped with unique number. There are separate versions of each helmet for European and North American safety standards—CE and CPSC, respectively. So if you’re buying one, get the one made for your region. The prototypes will ship during the holidays. The regular versions, in colors like red, black, white, blue (but without that copper rivet) will ship in early 2017. The sleek Island is currently $140, and the more traditional Harrier is $180.
The company previously dipped into the brain-bucket biz a couple of years ago with its Carrera line of collapsable helmets. (The Carrera compresses from temple to temple, unlike the top-to-bottom folding design we’ve seen from companies like Closca.) But these new designs are more straightforward and, to most eyes at least, more beautiful.
And:
https://www.yahoo.com/tech/beakor-little-black-box-bikes-022901009.html :?
Beakor combines seven bike gadgets into one must-have device
Aliya BarnwellAugust 23, 2016
If there’s no video, it didn’t happen. No surprise that cameras are being incorporated into gadgets for every sport, and cycling is no exception. The new cycling light-camera combo Beakor is a perfect example: a live rearview is just one of its plethora of features.
The creator of the new cycling safety device, Ludovic Kessas, explained that as a bike commuter he’d been looking for the on-and-off bike security that Beakor offers. He told Digital Trends, “Beakor is really the fruit of my own experience.”
When he was training for an Ironman, he realized safety and security for cyclists still has a ways to go. “I was cycling on small roads in south of France where I was alone and could be hit by a car. I was wondering if it happened, how people or emergency would be alerted,” if the person that hit him didn’t stop. So in addition to the cameras catching the culprit, the Accident Alert System automatically texts or emails emergency contacts if the rider goes down.
For the majority of rides — when the rider will remain upright — the front and rear Beakor HD cameras will record automatically or can be controlled via the Beakor app. The arrows to either side of the cameras are remote-controlled turning indicators complimented by a headlight or an accelerometer-based brake light.
Turning indicators and brake lights are becoming more common in electronic biking accessories, but Beakor also projects a laser turning arrow on the ground and an image of a bike on the pavement ahead, akin to the Blaze Laserlight.
The focus on signals is driven by the fact that most accidents happen at intersections. “We love riding bikes,” Kessas said, “but why should we put our life in danger when technology can help us?”
Anti-theft is covered too, with a tilt sensor that detects if the bike is just being moved a bit — say, as someone else locks up nearby — to cut down on false alarms.
Of course Beakor’s app has modern features, including like video sharing, live cast, and automatic looping. With the app tracking stats and displaying speed, distance, elevation, and even temperature, it’s easy to review metrics like how far and how fast you traveled. Data shares easily to Strava and Runkeeper.
To get the same capabilities using common gear, that would mean loading a bike with a Garmin handlebar device to track stats and routes, a headlight, taillight, and a pair of GoPros — at that point your bars begin to look like R2D2’s chest after he’s gotten a nasty shock. Beakor is all that, plus the accident and theft alerts, turning signals and the laser projections. Even if a rider had lights with built in cameras, a Beakor setup is still less gear to carry, and with the alerts, lasers, and turn signals, it does far more.
The Beakor camlights charge via Micro USB and last about five hours. That’s more than long enough for the average commute, but you’d need to charge them up mid-ride if planning to be out all day or night.
Keep an eye out for the Beakor Kickstarter campaign set to launch September 1. The devices are projected to ship in February 2017.
Author: Michael Calore. Michael Calore Gear
Date of Publication: 08.24.16.
08.24.16
Time of Publication: 6:45 am.
6:45 am
Brooks Wants You to Test Its New Helmets—Responsibly, Thank You Very Much
The storied British cycling brand Brooks is best known for its premium leather bicycle saddles with their iconic metal rivets. One of the most desirable accessories for bike enthusiasts, Brooks saddles have cushioned the perineums of commuters, messengers, racers, and cycle-tourists since the 1880s.
The company is moving a ways up the body with its newest product release, a new line of bike helmets. They’re not leather (which isn’t great for skull protection!) but they do maintain that Brooks charm by way of a metal rivet plunked into the side of the shell. There are two models, a traditional-looking, well-vented design called the Harrier, and a more stylish design with one big front vent called the Island. Both are your standard polycarbonate, and both use a rotary-style tensioning dial in the back to get a snug fit.
Info on the new helmets can be found on a website called Triboom. Brooks has set up an account on the community site, and the helmets are initially being sold there. The company is inviting 300 of its customers to buy pre-production versions of its crash hats, test them on the road, and offer feedback. In exchange for their efforts, the early birds get a sharp-looking, limited edition helmet—matte black with a copper rivet and stamped with unique number. There are separate versions of each helmet for European and North American safety standards—CE and CPSC, respectively. So if you’re buying one, get the one made for your region. The prototypes will ship during the holidays. The regular versions, in colors like red, black, white, blue (but without that copper rivet) will ship in early 2017. The sleek Island is currently $140, and the more traditional Harrier is $180.
The company previously dipped into the brain-bucket biz a couple of years ago with its Carrera line of collapsable helmets. (The Carrera compresses from temple to temple, unlike the top-to-bottom folding design we’ve seen from companies like Closca.) But these new designs are more straightforward and, to most eyes at least, more beautiful.
And:
https://www.yahoo.com/tech/beakor-little-black-box-bikes-022901009.html :?
Beakor combines seven bike gadgets into one must-have device
Aliya BarnwellAugust 23, 2016
If there’s no video, it didn’t happen. No surprise that cameras are being incorporated into gadgets for every sport, and cycling is no exception. The new cycling light-camera combo Beakor is a perfect example: a live rearview is just one of its plethora of features.
The creator of the new cycling safety device, Ludovic Kessas, explained that as a bike commuter he’d been looking for the on-and-off bike security that Beakor offers. He told Digital Trends, “Beakor is really the fruit of my own experience.”
When he was training for an Ironman, he realized safety and security for cyclists still has a ways to go. “I was cycling on small roads in south of France where I was alone and could be hit by a car. I was wondering if it happened, how people or emergency would be alerted,” if the person that hit him didn’t stop. So in addition to the cameras catching the culprit, the Accident Alert System automatically texts or emails emergency contacts if the rider goes down.
For the majority of rides — when the rider will remain upright — the front and rear Beakor HD cameras will record automatically or can be controlled via the Beakor app. The arrows to either side of the cameras are remote-controlled turning indicators complimented by a headlight or an accelerometer-based brake light.
Turning indicators and brake lights are becoming more common in electronic biking accessories, but Beakor also projects a laser turning arrow on the ground and an image of a bike on the pavement ahead, akin to the Blaze Laserlight.
The focus on signals is driven by the fact that most accidents happen at intersections. “We love riding bikes,” Kessas said, “but why should we put our life in danger when technology can help us?”
Anti-theft is covered too, with a tilt sensor that detects if the bike is just being moved a bit — say, as someone else locks up nearby — to cut down on false alarms.
Of course Beakor’s app has modern features, including like video sharing, live cast, and automatic looping. With the app tracking stats and displaying speed, distance, elevation, and even temperature, it’s easy to review metrics like how far and how fast you traveled. Data shares easily to Strava and Runkeeper.
To get the same capabilities using common gear, that would mean loading a bike with a Garmin handlebar device to track stats and routes, a headlight, taillight, and a pair of GoPros — at that point your bars begin to look like R2D2’s chest after he’s gotten a nasty shock. Beakor is all that, plus the accident and theft alerts, turning signals and the laser projections. Even if a rider had lights with built in cameras, a Beakor setup is still less gear to carry, and with the alerts, lasers, and turn signals, it does far more.
The Beakor camlights charge via Micro USB and last about five hours. That’s more than long enough for the average commute, but you’d need to charge them up mid-ride if planning to be out all day or night.
Keep an eye out for the Beakor Kickstarter campaign set to launch September 1. The devices are projected to ship in February 2017.
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"Vulcan Men's VTZ-910 Street Motorcycle Jacket"
http://www.leatherup.com/p/Mens-Mot...-VTZ-910-Street-Motorcycle-Jacket/115180.html
http://www.leatherup.com/p/Mens-Mot...-VTZ-910-Street-Motorcycle-Jacket/115180.html
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Well there's something ya maybe don't see EVery day...
Local laws require an ebiker wears a helmet. Sooo....
Currently, $184.99US (was $250.00US). "Shipping Availability — Canada, USA"
Seen here:
https://www.touchofmodern.com/sales/anovos-507554e2-d514-4a43-973a-ceee58beb551/stormtrooper-helmet
Local laws require an ebiker wears a helmet. Sooo....
Currently, $184.99US (was $250.00US). "Shipping Availability — Canada, USA"
Seen here:
https://www.touchofmodern.com/sales/anovos-507554e2-d514-4a43-973a-ceee58beb551/stormtrooper-helmet
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Would ya believe $20?
Seen on ebay "Retro Motorcycle Scooter Harley Half Helmet Open Face Goggles Visor Scarf Yellow":
http://www.ebay.com/itm/331947151639?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2648&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT
Right now
Plus fine print "Shipping: $10.52 International Priority Shipping to Canada"
Maybe not actually *legal*, but fun at parties etc. :lol:
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https://www.washingtonian.com/2016/08/31/dc-designer-wants-bike-frame-bag-look-just-good-back-bike/ 8)
This DC Designer Wants Your Bike Frame Bag to Look Just as Good On Your Back as It Does on Your Bike
By Caroline Cunningham on August 31, 2016
There are plenty of companies that make bike bags, but many of their designs tend to be awkwardly shaped and strange-looking when separated from your bike. Paul Challan, who’s lived in DC since 2009, wanted to create a bike bag that fits more seamlessly into your non-biking hours. This spring, Challan’s dream turned into reality when he launched his own DC-based online store, Grip Unlimited.
The design of Grip Unlimited’s messenger-shaped bags is seemingly simple: they drape over the main horizontal bar of the bike frame and it’s held steady by a non-slip material that lines the inside of the top flap and two velcro straps that wrap around the vertical bar beneath the bike seat. But the process of designing the bag was anything but simple.
To start, Challan didn’t even know how to ride a bike when he first moved to Washington; today, he rides a Schwinn and hand-delivers DC orders day-of or the following day. When he initially began looking into carrying a U-lock on his bike, his first contraption was made of PVC piping before he switched to 3D printing models.
“ visited a bunch of plastic molding factories and started making prototypes. I was going around to bike stores measuring the U-Locks and different bike frames that I had to make so many compromises to fit all kinds of different U-Locks it just didn’t feel right, and I didn’t feel it would be a good product,” says Challan. “After about six months, I was sitting in my bed, sleepless, thinking ‘Was that just six months wasted?’ Then it kind of just came to me—why not transform it into a bag that fits the U-lock as well as a bunch of the other things you’d carry on your day-to-day.”
Challan sewed his first-ever bike bag with his mom and a sewing machine on the kitchen table while he was home for the holidays. Afterwards, Challan found a manufacturer in Baltimore—a friend of a friend of a friend named Jeremiah Jones, who would be able to hand make Challan’s designs at his soft-goods company Sew Lab USA. In July 2015, Challan’s Kickstarter campaign raised $11,000 for Grip Unlimited, and in April 2016, he was able to start an online store.
As he developed the bag, Challan chose to make it out of weatherproof nylon and outfitted it with a magnetic buckle that Challan says “has an 80 pound load capacity and can be opened and closed with one hand” as the magnet in the buckle snaps it shut. The bike also has padded pockets to protect any electronics you want to store alongside your U-lock.
These features aside, what Challan really thinks sets his $88 bags apart from other bike bags is how it looks when it’s not on the bike. Each bag is equipped with an adjustable strap so it can convert from frame bag to petite messenger bag.
“It’s funny, when I started working on the frame bag I thought, ‘This is incredible, how has no one made this type of attachment for a bike before?’ Sure enough, I started looking and plenty of companies have made bags like this before,” says Challan. I started looking at the others when I started making the bag, and what I think makes our frame bag stand apart from those is that a lot of companies make frame bags to stay on your bike, for long camping bike trips and such. Our frame bag is one that looks good on and off the bike.”
This DC Designer Wants Your Bike Frame Bag to Look Just as Good On Your Back as It Does on Your Bike
By Caroline Cunningham on August 31, 2016
There are plenty of companies that make bike bags, but many of their designs tend to be awkwardly shaped and strange-looking when separated from your bike. Paul Challan, who’s lived in DC since 2009, wanted to create a bike bag that fits more seamlessly into your non-biking hours. This spring, Challan’s dream turned into reality when he launched his own DC-based online store, Grip Unlimited.
The design of Grip Unlimited’s messenger-shaped bags is seemingly simple: they drape over the main horizontal bar of the bike frame and it’s held steady by a non-slip material that lines the inside of the top flap and two velcro straps that wrap around the vertical bar beneath the bike seat. But the process of designing the bag was anything but simple.
To start, Challan didn’t even know how to ride a bike when he first moved to Washington; today, he rides a Schwinn and hand-delivers DC orders day-of or the following day. When he initially began looking into carrying a U-lock on his bike, his first contraption was made of PVC piping before he switched to 3D printing models.
“ visited a bunch of plastic molding factories and started making prototypes. I was going around to bike stores measuring the U-Locks and different bike frames that I had to make so many compromises to fit all kinds of different U-Locks it just didn’t feel right, and I didn’t feel it would be a good product,” says Challan. “After about six months, I was sitting in my bed, sleepless, thinking ‘Was that just six months wasted?’ Then it kind of just came to me—why not transform it into a bag that fits the U-lock as well as a bunch of the other things you’d carry on your day-to-day.”
Challan sewed his first-ever bike bag with his mom and a sewing machine on the kitchen table while he was home for the holidays. Afterwards, Challan found a manufacturer in Baltimore—a friend of a friend of a friend named Jeremiah Jones, who would be able to hand make Challan’s designs at his soft-goods company Sew Lab USA. In July 2015, Challan’s Kickstarter campaign raised $11,000 for Grip Unlimited, and in April 2016, he was able to start an online store.
As he developed the bag, Challan chose to make it out of weatherproof nylon and outfitted it with a magnetic buckle that Challan says “has an 80 pound load capacity and can be opened and closed with one hand” as the magnet in the buckle snaps it shut. The bike also has padded pockets to protect any electronics you want to store alongside your U-lock.
These features aside, what Challan really thinks sets his $88 bags apart from other bike bags is how it looks when it’s not on the bike. Each bag is equipped with an adjustable strap so it can convert from frame bag to petite messenger bag.
“It’s funny, when I started working on the frame bag I thought, ‘This is incredible, how has no one made this type of attachment for a bike before?’ Sure enough, I started looking and plenty of companies have made bags like this before,” says Challan. I started looking at the others when I started making the bag, and what I think makes our frame bag stand apart from those is that a lot of companies make frame bags to stay on your bike, for long camping bike trips and such. Our frame bag is one that looks good on and off the bike.”
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[youtube]vtWqvHpFy9Q[/youtube]
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Pretty chains anybuddy?
... and sprockets?
Seen here:
http://www.bikerumor.com/2016/09/03/eb16-kmc-blacks-out-the-chain-adds-more-dlc-colors-more/
From these folks:
http://www.kmcchain.com/en/
... and sprockets?
Seen here:
http://www.bikerumor.com/2016/09/03/eb16-kmc-blacks-out-the-chain-adds-more-dlc-colors-more/
From these folks:
http://www.kmcchain.com/en/
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One ebiker wears the “Suitsy,” an adult-sized pajama onesie disguised as a full business suit.
[youtube]HOhjPMUSneI[/youtube]
[youtube]HOhjPMUSneI[/youtube]
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For night riding...
Seen here:
http://nightcyclingsafety.com/product/bike-night-cycling-heart-shaped-tail-light/
Seen here:
http://nightcyclingsafety.com/product/bike-night-cycling-heart-shaped-tail-light/
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[youtube]T8jUVBtTkfg[/youtube]
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http://www.stuff.co.nz/life-style/8...d-vest-could-be-the-birth-of-a-fashion-empire Well, I guess under-seat dangling heart lights aren't for everybody. :lol:
Cyclist's glow-in-the-dark knitted vest could be the 'birth of a fashion empire'.
Fluorescent knitted bike vest raises a few smiles out West.
Biking and knitting enthusiast Eddie Charlett-Green has just come up with a novel way of being noticed on her bike. She's knitted a fluorescent coloured vest that reflects the light from cars.
By day, the fluoro green and hot pink knitwear helps Eddie Charlett-Green stand out from the cycling crowd.
But by night, her homespun, hi vis vest made from luminous yarn glows in the dark.
Auckland cyclist Charlett-Green, 66, has made it her mission to ensure cyclists aren't just seen but noticed.
Only one was made but her design has struck up a lot of interest, and she hopes to be peddling them to friends soon.
Cyclist's glow-in-the-dark knitted vest could be the 'birth of a fashion empire'.
Fluorescent knitted bike vest raises a few smiles out West.
Biking and knitting enthusiast Eddie Charlett-Green has just come up with a novel way of being noticed on her bike. She's knitted a fluorescent coloured vest that reflects the light from cars.
By day, the fluoro green and hot pink knitwear helps Eddie Charlett-Green stand out from the cycling crowd.
But by night, her homespun, hi vis vest made from luminous yarn glows in the dark.
Auckland cyclist Charlett-Green, 66, has made it her mission to ensure cyclists aren't just seen but noticed.
Only one was made but her design has struck up a lot of interest, and she hopes to be peddling them to friends soon.
LockH
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^^ "dangling heart"... Oh yeah! (Silly me. Didn't try looking at it upside down. Well Duh.)
... and fun knitted vest! "Back in the daze" used to go "rave" dancing. And a friend (artistic director for a theatre troupe) used to paint my arms w/"fake" tattoos. (See Indian "henna" treatments.) Now must ask the Maestro if he knows "Raging Granny" costume-ish thingees.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Raging_Grannies
... and fun knitted vest! "Back in the daze" used to go "rave" dancing. And a friend (artistic director for a theatre troupe) used to paint my arms w/"fake" tattoos. (See Indian "henna" treatments.) Now must ask the Maestro if he knows "Raging Granny" costume-ish thingees.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Raging_Grannies
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http://www.bikeradar.com/road/news/...bike-lock-that-will-fit-in-your-pocket-48128/ :?
OTTOLOCK's go-anywhere bike lock that will fit in your pocket
The cinch lock that claims to stop thieves and be flexible and light enough to carry on training rides
Bike locks as a whole are sort of a losing battle, it seems that no matter what you do bike thieves are two-steps ahead — and locks also aren't very practical to carry on a training ride.
OTTO DesignWorks, the same people who brought you the OTTO derailleur tuning device is attempting to fill this security gap however with the OTTOLOCK. It's Kickstarter campaign includes a variety of pledge amounts and claims that the lock is "far more secure than a cable lock, and much lighter than a U-lock"
Inspired by Jelly Belly presented by Maxxis rider Jacob Rathe, who’s had his own trouble with bike thieves, he wanted to help create a lock that was light enough to take on a training ride but still strong enough to at least slow down a thief.
Claimed to weigh 115g, the OTTOLOCK is a cinch combo lock that has a band made from multiple layers of high-tempered steel bands that are reinforced by Kevlar, and covered in Santoprene plastic to protect your bike from damage.
The high-tempered steel bands are quite thin and layered in a manner that still allows the lock to be flexible and robust, yet resistant to cutting thanks to the Kevlar reinforcement.
The locking head features a three numeral combination lock, which can be set to the numbers of your choice. While the current version is made from aluminium, the team at OTTO DesignWorks says it may use zinc for the production version as "weight is very important."
Available in three lengths 18in (45cm), 30in (76cm), and 60in (150cm) and three colours the OTTOLOCK should satisfy the needs of both the lycra brigade and the casual rider.
The team at OTTO DesignWorks places the OTTOLOCK somewhere between a cable lock and a u-lock in terms of security. While we haven't actually had one on hand to test, if the bolt cutters they attack the band with in the campaign video are any indication, it’s a safe bet your bike will still be where you left if when you leave the cafe.
The lock is small and flexible enough to roll up to about the size of a 700c tube and will easily fit in a jersey pocket or in a saddle bag.
OTTOLOCK does point out that all locks can be compromised with the right tools and enough time, but they’ve tested the band for cutting (bolt cutters, wire cutters, single pivot and compound sheers), band torsion, head pawl picking, head impact, and assembly tensile force pull testing. According to its testing, the current version of the OTTOLOCK has gone through 20 band iterations, five lock head designs and it takes over 400lbs of force to pull apart the lock — the company says the production version will exceed that figure.
The lock itself is designed and assembled in Portland and the components are manufactured in the Midwest.
Having reached its funding goal in under 48-hours the OTTOLOCK campaign still has 23-days to go at the time of writing and is set to ship in February 2017.
OTTOLOCK's go-anywhere bike lock that will fit in your pocket
The cinch lock that claims to stop thieves and be flexible and light enough to carry on training rides
Bike locks as a whole are sort of a losing battle, it seems that no matter what you do bike thieves are two-steps ahead — and locks also aren't very practical to carry on a training ride.
OTTO DesignWorks, the same people who brought you the OTTO derailleur tuning device is attempting to fill this security gap however with the OTTOLOCK. It's Kickstarter campaign includes a variety of pledge amounts and claims that the lock is "far more secure than a cable lock, and much lighter than a U-lock"
Inspired by Jelly Belly presented by Maxxis rider Jacob Rathe, who’s had his own trouble with bike thieves, he wanted to help create a lock that was light enough to take on a training ride but still strong enough to at least slow down a thief.
Claimed to weigh 115g, the OTTOLOCK is a cinch combo lock that has a band made from multiple layers of high-tempered steel bands that are reinforced by Kevlar, and covered in Santoprene plastic to protect your bike from damage.
The high-tempered steel bands are quite thin and layered in a manner that still allows the lock to be flexible and robust, yet resistant to cutting thanks to the Kevlar reinforcement.
The locking head features a three numeral combination lock, which can be set to the numbers of your choice. While the current version is made from aluminium, the team at OTTO DesignWorks says it may use zinc for the production version as "weight is very important."
Available in three lengths 18in (45cm), 30in (76cm), and 60in (150cm) and three colours the OTTOLOCK should satisfy the needs of both the lycra brigade and the casual rider.
The team at OTTO DesignWorks places the OTTOLOCK somewhere between a cable lock and a u-lock in terms of security. While we haven't actually had one on hand to test, if the bolt cutters they attack the band with in the campaign video are any indication, it’s a safe bet your bike will still be where you left if when you leave the cafe.
The lock is small and flexible enough to roll up to about the size of a 700c tube and will easily fit in a jersey pocket or in a saddle bag.
OTTOLOCK does point out that all locks can be compromised with the right tools and enough time, but they’ve tested the band for cutting (bolt cutters, wire cutters, single pivot and compound sheers), band torsion, head pawl picking, head impact, and assembly tensile force pull testing. According to its testing, the current version of the OTTOLOCK has gone through 20 band iterations, five lock head designs and it takes over 400lbs of force to pull apart the lock — the company says the production version will exceed that figure.
The lock itself is designed and assembled in Portland and the components are manufactured in the Midwest.
Having reached its funding goal in under 48-hours the OTTOLOCK campaign still has 23-days to go at the time of writing and is set to ship in February 2017.
LockH
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[youtube]ccu71A7bkkc[/youtube]
https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/vup-plus-world-s-smallest-safest-cycling-backpack--2#/
Right now, on indiegogo
https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/vup-plus-world-s-smallest-safest-cycling-backpack--2#/
Right now, on indiegogo
LockH
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The fingers said:
Found a vid on YT:
[youtube]8mSp9wIcBcM[/youtube]
