“You don’t need one … until you do”: 10 Biker passengers will not leave the house in safety without | Biking
How many bike passengers take it to change the lamp? three. One to climb the ladder, two to stand on the bottom argue over whether or not he wears a helmet.
I am a joke, of course. But there is no denial of cycling safety is a complex and disagreement theme. personally? I enjoy my ride more when I feel flexible and reserved. Thanks to the disappointing absence of carefully implemented infrastructure in most of the United Kingdom, this means often tends to tools and tools to provide something similar to peace of mind.
I have tested a lot of cycling safety group over the years, and I will be the first to admit that many of them are a trick at best. But from time to time, something is really useful – something that I will never ride without again.
I am not alone in this. One of the semi -professional roads to office passengers, many bicycle passengers have the safety products in which they are divided. Below are some of the higher recommendations of them and from me.
Basics of bicycle safety
radar
When I first heard this thing, I mocked. What is wrong with just looking at your shoulder? Rising to your bike seat leaflet and alerts you to objects that approach the back, which gives you an approximate idea of speed and proximity through a bike computer or smartphone.
I tried it for the first time in five years, and I have not been flammable since then. It is not alternative to have your intelligence about you, but it gives you time to respond to the possible nearby passes and prevent you from integrating when the cars seem to appear anywhere. It is not used much in the city, but for those who ride fast rural roads, it is invaluable.
Garmin Varia RVR315
camera
It was not Need One … to do. If you are involved in an accident, it is your word against them. The presence of footage of the event can help in legal procedures and insurance. This also means that you can report equals of dangerous driving, and in theory, they are taken seriously.
I find that drivers give me a wider berth and pass more carefully when I use me. Fixed on the helmet is preferred, but you can also get this compact with anterior or rear light. Simon
Cycliq Flysport 12
GoPro champion12 black
Accident detection system
Accident detection comes in many shapes and sizes. Many modern computers have bikes and wearable devices on this technology, but they are also available via independent devices that can be cut on a helmet or a retreat in a pocket during riding.
It can be configured to notify a contact to choose when the effect is discovered. I had a bad accident last year left me on my mind on the side of the road, and my wife was calling before I allowed me to treat what had just happened. This makes it very useful for riding long distances in rural sites.
The SCARIENTS Angi Crash sensor is a relatively affordable option for those who do not already have this feature on a bicycle computer or a smart watch. Connect it to the specialized application and you are fine. If there is no signal, it can be adjusted to alert closer and more attributed if you don’t return from a trip at a specific time, and send the last known site your GPS.
AGI crash sensor
The built -in bell
You may have thought about it, but the Knog Oi Bell tone feels less than other bells, so I am more inclined to use it, and I find the pedestrian is less surprising. The prominent design means that it is very annoying on the bars as well-I hardly notice it is present. Jimmy
Classic Knog OI bell
Back vision glasses
Car drivers have wing mirrors. They also have steel cages that protect them from the effect. If anyone needs mirrors, he is a bicycle. I used to ride with one installed at the end of my steering wheel, but the late background -vision sunglasses provides a great solution. When wearing it, all I have to do is look at the side and I can see what is behind me. They are sunglasses as well. Two birds, one stone. Claire g
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It is too late Artemis glasses
gloves
Your hands can be severely injured even from a relatively simple fall while riding a bicycle, yet I see many people who wear gloves only in the winter. Always wear those that provide good palm protection, even in summer. They will not only save your hands from the rash in the event of an accident, but they will also keep them more comfortable on the steering wheel while riding. Br
Spatzwear Aero Glovz
Stvzo Front light
Bicycle without lights is a bad idea, especially when darkness or vision is bad, but riding with inappropriate lights can also be dangerous. Some spray light in all directions, which can dazzle the upcoming cars.
In Germany, there is “Straßenverkehrs-Zulassungs-Ordnung” or a traffic license list related to this, which says the front bike lamps should contain pieces, so that the beam pattern remains less than a certain level. This helps you to see and see, without dazzling other road users. Search the web for Stvzo bike lights and you will find a lot of options.
Lezyne Power Stvzo Pro 115 Front light
Integrated background-Light
I lost the number of times that she was mistakenly left the back light on the shipment at home. Since purchasing a helmet with an integrated rear light, it is no longer a concern. I always wear a helmet, which means I always have Nuri. In some cases, it is more expensive than the regular helmet, but when you take into account what you are likely to spend on both elements individually, it makes sense to combine the two. NQ
Halfords helmet passengers
Lock can be worn
It is more safe than safety, but the locks that pick up around your waist are great. I have been using one for years now. It maintains the bike’s safety when I am out, and you don’t have to worry about carrying it in a bag – it’s designed to be worn like the belt. Graim
Hiplok Lite series lock it can be worn
To learn more, check the roundup of the best bike locks
Hi-Fis Sitra
I bought a having a jacket for the Haveords. We are traveling on our bicycles a lot in the dark, whether it is moving in the UK, riding winter or on packing trips. It is especially useful for the latter, because you never know the type of ways you will end. Besides our cyclists and lights, it makes us feel safe. Hana Foster
Halfords Hi-VIS PECOTCOAT
Paddy Maddison is a consumer journalist, external clothing lovers and exercise addict. If he does not walk in the hills, then he grinds them on his bike, or wraps them on the ski plate, or raises his running shoes and hit the sidewalks. As a result, he gets a wide time to put all the last equipment through Wringer for the Filter