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April 2017 Bike Commuter Gear

The beginning of the warmer months means its time to save a little gas money or put your travel card away and get on your bike. But before you head out, its important to make sure you have the right stuff so you can stay dry, safe, and even look cool. Check out some of our favorite, bike-centric gadgets below, whether you’re a hardcore cyclist or just getting off training wheels, we have listed some awesome products that’ll make your journey to work that bit easier.



The Oi Bell by Knog is a minimalist and high quality built bike bell. It´s meant to discretely blend on to the handlebar in a subtle way. Made from high end materials, you may choose your own style from copper, aluminum, brass or even a stylish titanium one. The sound it produces is very audible and may very well keep you safe and out of traffic trouble.
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Available in Europe here




Bellboy´s All-Conditions wallet collection promises to keep your cash and valuables crisp and dry. They are built to withstand the worst weather and all sorts of environmental exposure that would ruin the average wallet and all its contents.
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The distinct two-bag system packs clothes, gear and a tablet into a compact, on-your-back format. The Wingman lets commuters roll up garments and take them on-the-go with a virtually wrinkle-free experience. Inspired by cyclists and designed by Australian athletes, the Wingman makes the "getting around town" life easier.
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CLUG  is a stylish, nearly invisible bike storage solution that is perfect for cyclists who are limited for space to store their bikes. Weighing in at less than a kiwi fruit, CLUG magically holds your bike against the wall by squeezing the front tire as the rear tire sits on the floor. You simply lift your bike’s front tire off the ground and CLUG it into place.
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Foldylock is a new portable locking system to protect your bike, it combines the toughness of a U-lock with the versatility of a cable lock. Made from reinforced steel, and anti drilling rivets, it´s very compact, foldable, and built with steel bars (with a coating to help prevent damage to the bicycles paint), unlike other locks that use the more common steel chain, that rattles and may pose some weight and safety issues.
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Vintage moto meets modern minimal lightweight helmet. With a vintage 60-70s design, Thousand has all the modern comfort and safety features, a ventilation system, vegan leather straps with a magnetic buckle, and the patent pending magnetized poplock, allowing you to safely secure it along with your bike.
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Available in Europe here




Highline for iPhone 6 is a clever security leash and protective case system that provides peace of mind while capturing photos and video in the most precarious situations. Whether you are on your bike, a chairlift, whale watching, zip-lining, rock climbing, or entertaining your child, Highline will be there to provide the ultimate protection for your iPhone.
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Available in Europe here




The award winning Reelight Go Lights use magnets for easy fastening, effortlessly clicking onto a magnetic base which is permanently mounted on the handlebar and seat post. Once connected the light turns on automatically. When not in use the front and rear lights connect magnetically into one compact unit that can be kept in a pocket or bag.
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Available in Europe here




At only 62 grams (2.2oz), the super-light Ninja mini-pump hides inside your seatpost, keeping the lines of your bike visually clean yet remaining easily accessible when needed. A rubber mounting ring secures the pump, while the included position indicators track of your seat height.
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Available in Europe here




Originally conceived of as a tool for cyclist commuters, Ringtool has proven useful for a wide variety of applications. From adjusting snowboard bindings to assembling furniture, it’s designed to be on hand, on your keyring, or in your pocket at all times.
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This sleek EDC item comes in custom Shinola matte navy anodized exterior and combines all of the most requested tools, including a customized watch strap changer, a bike hex tool, needle-nose pliers, spring action scissors, a large bit driver and a stainless steel blade…
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The Brik Belt is a beautifully slim bike built for maximum biking pleasure. The Brik Belt has an ultra strong belt and like every Brik is maintenance-free, clean and extremely robust. Customers can choose from a variety of colours, gears, brakes and accessories.
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