Mr. Spock on TV’s Star Trek would probably think it is illogical that Android users don’t get the same level of product offerings as their iPhone counterparts. But logic, or rather BioLogic, proves that Android users shouldn’t be left out.
The company has unveiled its Bike Mount for Android, a weatherproof case for Android-based smartphones that can mount to bicycle handlebars. This allows users to use GPS, and other apps on the phone to track speed, position or distance traveled, well riding. The weatherproof hardshell case features a welded, touch-sensitive membrane that allows for touchscreen functionality. Video after the jump
Personal training should be available instantly to anyone, and now actually is – at least those with a mobile smartphone, thanks to GAIN Fitness, which offers customized workout plans based on an individual’s body, goals, and lifestyle.
While it is possible to see smoke, and even to some degree smog, it is sometimes hard to know what the quality of the air might be. For many, even a little pollution in the air can go a long way towards big respiratory problems. Unfortunately, it isn’t so easy as just looking out the window to know whether the air quality is good enough for extensive physical activities.
Electric powered bicycles are helping people commute, but the technology is finally seeing a major shift in the development of the lithium battery industry, reports BusinessInsider. This addresses one of the dirty little secrets of the so-called green technology of electric bikes. At present, a fact which is widely reported, is that the majority of bicycles in the developing world rely on the route are dirty sealed lead acid batteries, rather than the cleaner – and more environmentally friendly – lithium batteries.
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Riding a bicycle at night can be dangerous, and while there are numerous ways to improve your chances of being seen, we like the bright idea that Rickshaw Bagworks came up with in its new line of messenger bags. Made of reflective “Ultra-Glo” material, these feature microscopic glass beads that bounce light so drivers will have no trouble seeing you. The Reflective Medium Zero bags are available in silver or orange, and are also waterproof so you can be seen and keep your possessions dry at the same time!
One good Tern deserves another… award that is. The folding bicycle manufacturer was recently awarded ther prestigious 2012 red dot design award for product design for its Verge Duo bicycle. In addition to the red dot award, Tern received a Eurobike Award at the 2011 Eurobike Show for the Eclipse S11i and a Taipei Cycle Design & Innovation Award at the 2012 Taipei Cycle Show for the Verge X10.
What goes around comes around, especially when it is a bicycle. While carbon fiber may be the current material for the major frame makers, some small builders are returning to good old metal – but in new and innovative ways. One such builder is Ronin Metal Masters of San Francisco – a small three man partnership that is is building frames from laser-cut or punch-cut sheet metal. 
GPS is very good for plotting distance when fairly direct travel is involved, but this isn’t always possible. One notable area where this can be difficult is with sailing as tacking to catch the wind is necessary, making it nearly impossible to determine arrival time. 
Absolute power mar corrupt absolutely, but that won’t be a problem for Garmin. Our friends at BikeRadar have reported that Garmin has delayed the release of its highly anticipated Vector pedal-based power meter.
Sometimes with shoes it is good to get a grip, and the OluKai Maliko shoes are certainly about getting such a grip. These feature a sticky rubber sole along with an aggressive traction pattern that also includes suction cups. But the foot print on these is unique in that these offer a double toe as well, which is designed to provide greater balance and dexterity. This is done by separating the big toe from the rest of the toes and along with the suction cups provides more traction on slick and wet terrain, but reportedly should give a grip on dry terrain as well. 