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Jaybird Vista 2.0 earbuds amplify all the right features for cyclists

We’ve loved the Jaybird Vista earbuds since they launched a few years ago, taking them on plane rides, car rides, and bike rides. They’re comfortable, ultralight, and with the included charging case, we could basically get a full day of use from them. For cycling, they work independently, letting us run just one ear to […]

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Review: KOM Cycling detachable GoPro mount is really the best light mount

There are a lot of ways to put a GoPro on you or your bike, but most of them require a bit of a commitment. Meaning, once you’ve threaded or clicked the camera into place and adjusted it, that’s probably where you’re leaving it for a while. KOM Cycling’s latest mount makes it a bit […]

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Patent Patrol: Shimano wires up electric bicycle brakes…but why?

OK, let’s just get this out of the way – NO, these are not wireless. No, they do not use electronic actuators to directly move the brake pads in or out. But YES, they do replace the mechanically operated piston in a hydraulic brake’s master cylinder with an electronically controlled actuator. The real question is…why? […]

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Somewear updated global satellite tracking, communication is more powerful & affordable

We covered the launch of the Somewear Global Hotspot satellite tracker and emergency SOS beacon when it debuted a couple of years ago, but now Somewear has become more powerful and more accessible. Inside, the core satellite communication tech that powers the device hasn’t changed, but Somewear has boosted its capabilities through firmware & app […]

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Apple AirTags for bicycle tracking? BikeTaggr mounts attach to your bike for easy tagging

If you follow everything Apple, you already know about their new AirTags. For everyone else, the tiny little device from Apple offers another take on the location tracker. Only, with Apple’s massive network of devices and users, the tracker offers an incredible reach making the AirTag an intriguing way to track just about anything. Including […]

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