Smart bike helmet straps a 2K dashcam to your head

Cycling today can involve taking a lot of tech along for the ride. For the third collaboration, Yashica and I'm Back are aiming to ease your journey with a smart helmet designed for "urban commuters, ebike enthusiasts, and tech-savvy riders."

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Smooth-shifting city ebike conquers commutes in comfort

New York's Priority Bicycles has announced a new e-commuter that's been designed with input from customers. The Current Plus features a mid-drive motor and Gates belt combination, an Enviolo or Shimano rear hub, and a 75-mile battery.

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Studdable electric fat bike varies torque to master slick terrain

The icy fingers of winter are starting to grip folks in the Northern Hemisphere, which might mean packing away the bike until things warm up. But the latest e-ride from Giant has been designed for "those who embrace the thrill of winter riding."

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Mid-mounted ebike gearbox simplifies drivetrain, smoothens shifting

South Korean startup Kosmos has made its Indiegogo debut with a tech-packed ebike named the Nova7. The PAS commuter features a mid-mount internal gearbox, rear-hub motor with responsive torque sensing, and a low-maintenance belt drive.

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Brainy bike helmet packs lights, turn indicators and crash detection

When we last heard from Lumos, the bike helmet company had announced a model which was simply equipped with a "smart" tail light. The firm is getting fancy again, however, with its turn-indicating, 360-degree-illuminating, crash-detecting Nyxel.

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In-tire sensor sends real-time pressure readings to psi-conscious cyclists

When it comes to the pressure of bike tires, a few psi either way can make a big difference in performance. The Outrider sensor was designed with that fact in mind, as it provides real-time pressure readings from within tubeless tires.

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“The perfect bike” developed to showcase ebike conversion tech

After years of releasing conversion kits to transform regular bikes into ebikes, Swytch has now revealed the "ultimate affordable ebike (that's also just a really great bike)." The Go eBike will sport the company's long-range battery and hub motor combo.

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Bigger, bolder ebike conversion kit boosts range by up to six times

Swytch Bike has long been known for its clever kits that quickly convert regular bikes to ebikes – and back again, if desired. Its latest offering, the Swytch Max +, boasts features such as a built-in light and a range of up to 60 miles (97 km).

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Folding ebike can auto shift gears and power for smoother riding

California-based ebike company Blix has launched a folding commuter that can haul over 300 lb, and comes with auto power/gear shifting for optimum riding, can ride as Class 2 or 3, and includes a 70-mile battery.

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World’s first 3D-printed titanium road bike set to enter production

We've seen 3D-printed titanium bars, stems and frame components, but the Reactor Aero takes the concept a whole lot further. Made by the No. 22 Bicycle Company in upstate New York, it's being billed as the world's first 3D-printed titanium road bike.

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