1. Get Your Rides Recorded at Eye Level
Thinking of getting a GoPro to stick on your helmet and record your rides? That is too yesterday. Here comes a
high definition action camera that can be fixed to the stem of your sunglasses. Called the
Geco Mark II, it is one of the
smallest HD action cams to come into the market.
It comes with
elastic straps that allow it to cling to your sunglasses. You will get an
eye level recording of your ride with a
100-degree lens. The camera will be packaged with an
8GB microSD card and charging hardware. It has a
battery life of up to one hour when recording at 720 pixels. You can see the camera in action on YouTube
here.
The Geco Mark is going for USD199 at its website Geocam.com.
2. The Backpack You Have Been Waiting For
Finally, a
stylish futuristic looking backpack specially
designed for us bikers, especially the speedsters among us. The typical backpacks can have flaps flying around on your back as you commute to work or school, which can mar the smoothness of your ride. The
Ogio No Drag Mach 3 backpack is designed with airflow in mind. It has an
aerodynamic shell structure that
allows good airflow. But this is just the beginning. It has chock full of other features that make it truly a rider’s backpack.
It has a
hard PU exterior shell, giving your contents
added protection. Don’t worry about fitting your stuff in this back. At 1125 cu., it is
voluminous and has enough space to fit your 15” laptop. There are
multi compartments to snugly fit the
usual gadget that almost everyone carries these days – smartphones and tablets. The designers have put enough thought into it to position the hip belt buckle away from the centre. This small change can save your gas tank from all the inevitable scratches.
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This Mach has
adjustable load divider to
evenly distribute weight and a body conforming shoulder gasket for the comfort and fit that you deserve in your ride. The designers made sure that the handle can be concealed into the bag structure to maintain the overall aerodynamic form. For those heading for gym or sports, you will be glad to know that there is a dedicated shoe storage compartment.
It’s good to know that the manufacturers have added a
lifetime limited warranty to the Mach backpack. It is currently retailing at USD150
here.
3. Communicate Well on Your Next Tour
The
Sena 20S is a Bluetooth communication system that is a cut above the rest of its kind. It has a
beautiful sleek look that comes integrated with a
jog dial making it
easy for riders to handle.
It is built on cutting edge
dual Bluetooth 4.0 communication modules. It produces
high definition audio quality and an
hi-tech Audio MultitaskingTM technology that allows a seamless blend of incoming and outgoing mixed audio experience.
This means that you can be listening to stereo music while listening to GPS navigation instructions, and when needed, blend into intercom conversations with fellow riders. All these in full duplex mode. The accompanying app is available for both iPhone and Android phones where users can adjust the settings.
You can get it
here at USD494.20.
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