The best ... ways to improve your bike ride
A sports speaker, a “cycling equivalent of a Swiss Army knife,” and more
Smilux light
“Ride after sunset” with this powerful light, which attaches sans tools and has rechargeable batteries that last up to 25 hours.
Price: $40; Contact: Sigmasportstore.com
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Source: Men’s Journal
CyFi sports speaker
The remote control on this lightweight, Bluetooth-enabled amp lets riders field calls and change songs while riding.
Price: $180; Contact: Mycyfi.com
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Source: Financial Times
Wordlock
Designed by a former Apple executive, this lock supports “up to 10,000 four-letter combinations.”
Price: $20; Contact: Wordlock.com
Source: Best Life
Power Pump Alloy
This versatile “mini-pump” has two pumping modes and handles both kinds of valves without an attachment.
Price: $38; Contact: Crankbrothers.com
Source: Men’s Journal
Critical Mass bag
This recycled polyester messenger-style bag is big, “padded, and water-resistant enough to tote a laptop.”
Price: $120; Contact: Patagonia.com
Source: The Washington Post
Alien III bike tool
This “cycling equivalent of a Swiss Army knife” is equipped with 25 tools and can split into two parts.
Price: $64; Contact: Topeak.com
Source: Men’s Journal
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