Contortionist Folding Bike | By Dominic Hargreaves

We don´t normally post prototypes, but occasionally, if we find something really special we have to feature it. Designer Dom Hargreaves entered the James Dyson Award to try and gain funding to take this folding bike forward. Most folding bikes are not as compact as this bike when folded, the Contortionist folds completely into the space of the wheels 26in circumference, and leaves a nice little pull handle for you to drag the bike around. The bike didn´t go into production, but, elements of innovation within the design are now being developed into production bikes with an undisclosed manufacturer. Watch the video

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OMATA ONE

Omata One is the world´s first analog GPS speedometer, and what a good looking one it is. The sleek kit simplifies the cycling computer, showing you only the stuff that really matters out there: speed, distance, ascent and time. With a beautiful, modern and analog design, the highly advanced GPS computer blends retro accents with distinct contemporary vibes, and tracks everything with the same high-level of precision as the best cycling computers. The minimalist sp...
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PENNY PELICAN ELECTRIC CARGO BIKE

New York-based studio CW&T first caught our attention with their very cool TV Barrow, a cool stand that makes manoeuvring your television around the house a lot easier. Another of their awesome projects is this unique cargo bike. Named Penny Pelican (Penny as in penny farthing and Pelican as in the iconic hard case), the bike is equipped with a 1000W motor in the front hub, giving it a top speed of 23mph with a full load (80lb+). The bike has its...
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GIFT GUIDE 2015 | BIKE COMMUTER

We have rounded up some of our favorite and essential items for the bike commuter. More people everyday are commuting to work on a bicycle, this time we have put together a list of all the tools, gadgets and accessories needed for your safe, comfortable and stylish ride to work. Check out some more photos and product details after the jump......
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