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Rub em in c/[email protected]
[–] [email protected] 9 points 1 hour ago

Pee is stored in the lamp

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Bike-mounted sensor could boost the mapping of safe cycling routes (newatlas.com)
 

Studies have shown that many people don't commute by bike due mainly to a fear of being hit by cars. A new bike-mounted proximity sensor has been designed to help such folks, by objectively telling them which streets are the safest for cyclists.

FBI links California fertility clinic bombing to anti-natalist ideology in c/[email protected]
[–] [email protected] 4 points 2 hours ago

Did not have that one on my Crazy Shit 2025 bingo card

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Heybike’s Alpha step-through e-bike is an affordable, all-terrain dreamboat | TechCrunch (techcrunch.com)
 

The Heybike ALPHA is an affordable, all-terrain mid-drive e-bike that rides like a traditional push bike and comes in at $1,699.

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Lit Motors' self-balancing e-moto may enter production in four years (newatlas.com)
 

San Francisco mobility company Lit Motors has announced a new production plan for its self-balancing, fully-enclosed C-1 electric motorcycle. We got to see a functioning prototype for ourselves, back in 2021.

I Never Ride Without a Radar Light and Wahoo’s Trackr Radar Is My New Go To in c/[email protected]
[–] [email protected] 1 points 11 hours ago (1 children)

That sounds pretty cool. What radar do you use? Varia?

I Never Ride Without a Radar Light and Wahoo’s Trackr Radar Is My New Go To in c/[email protected]
[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 day ago (1 children)

it's cool?

it also flashes bright when people get too close I think.

I Never Ride Without a Radar Light and Wahoo’s Trackr Radar Is My New Go To in c/[email protected]
[–] [email protected] 4 points 1 day ago

It's a safety light that has radar. You can see if/how many cars are behind you, usually through an app on your phone.

Flexible-fit helmet snugs up to your head, and can survive multiple impacts in c/[email protected]
[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 day ago

As you should be.

MapMyIndia's helmet-mounted navigation in c/[email protected]
[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 day ago

That's a cool idea, looks like it won't cost too much either (hopefully). I'd love to see a version of this that attaches to the bar ends so the rider can still see it but it also functions as automatic turn signals. There could even be a version that's also a comprehensive lighting system.

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I Never Ride Without a Radar Light and Wahoo’s Trackr Radar Is My New Go To (www.bicycling.com)
 

Since launching the RTL515, Garmin has had the best radar on the market, but Wahoo has done enough to finally surpass it.

Flexible-fit helmet snugs up to your head, and can survive multiple impacts in c/[email protected]
[–] [email protected] 3 points 1 day ago

Every MIPS helmet I've tried fit just fine, but if this can actually protect from multiple hits that's pretty cool.

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Flexible-fit helmet snugs up to your head, and can survive multiple impacts (newatlas.com)
 

Some folks don't like bicycle helmets because the things wobble around on top of their heads like big, loose, goofy mushroom caps. That's where the multi-impact Echo Pro comes in, as its sides can be squeezed in and locked in place for a firm, sleek fit every time.

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GoPro's Smart Motorcycle Helmet Is Finally On Its Way, With a Big Name Onboard (www.rideapart.com)
 

Action camera maker GoPro first indicated interest in public in smart helmet tech in 2024, when it bought Forcite. In 2025, it's moving forward on smart helmet development.

We don't do that here ✋ in c/[email protected]
[–] [email protected] 5 points 2 days ago

Coms on lemmy, mags on mbin/kbin.

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After Winning a 4-Year Legal Battle Against Another Helmet Maker, the Company is Rebranding (www.rideapart.com)
 

LS2 recently won a 4-year legal battle against SHARK regarding a patent in the Spanish Supreme Court. This win coincided with the company rebranding itself to further improve European sales.

Taking Caffeine pills make more sense in every way possible than drinking Coffee. in c/[email protected]
[–] [email protected] 2 points 2 days ago

F L A V I N O I D S

See also, numerous studies. Coffee is actually chock full of good shit and 2 to 3 cups in the morning had been shown to protect health.

Taking Caffeine pills make more sense in every way possible than drinking Coffee. in c/[email protected]
[–] [email protected] 3 points 3 days ago (6 children)

Coffee is healthier and brush your teeth lol

288 bikes recovered from massive April heist in c/[email protected]
[–] [email protected] 1 points 3 days ago

Sounds like a good warmup?

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I Rode 165mm Cranks for 5 Months: Here’s What Actually Changed (velo.outsideonline.com)
 

I might be sticking with shorter cranks, but should you make the move? Here's how to decide if short cranks on a road bike is for you.

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288 bikes recovered from massive April heist (www.singletracks.com)
 

Ari has recovered the majority of the bikes from a shipment that went missing in April thanks to the LA County Sheriff's department, a local bike shop, and tips for customers.

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Vosper: Further to Bike 4.0 and dealer closures (www.bicycleretailer.com)
 

One thing is certain: In the emerging market reality, "Business As Usual" definitely won't be.

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SRAM Announces Cable-Actuated to Wireless Transmission Upgrade Kit (www.pinkbike.com)
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Rough-ready cargo e-trike rolls with 7-inch fat tires (newatlas.com)
 

Fat tires are not uncommon among Addmotor's range of electric tricycles, particularly for those built to venture beyond city limits. But the firm's "most versatile" model – the Greattan D utility e-trike – rolls with monstrous 7-inch fat tires.

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