City Bike Helmet

Citi-Bike-HelmetNew York’s Citi Bike Share is off and running – or should we say riding – and while the grid pattern of Mid Town makes it easy for people to find their way, even New Yorkers can find anything below 14th Street to be confusing, while Lower Manhattan can be like a maze. The folks at FLORA have come up with a novel solution with the Citi Bike “Smart” Helmet, which can help riders navigate to the nearest station.

The LED lights will offer blinking directions on when to turn so riders will be directed where to go. In addition the lights on the helmets help ensure that riders will be seen after dark. Continue reading City Bike Helmet

Citi Bikes Ready to Roll

CitiBikeNew York City is looking to roll out a new bike sharing plan, which could see 6,000 bicycles ready for rent from 330 racks in Manhattan below Central Park and in neighborhoods in and around downtown Brooklyn. According to reports more than 5,000 enthusiasts have signed up for the bike-share program, which costs $95 a year and entitles riders to an unlimited number of 45-minute rides.

The Citi Bike program is being operated by NYC Bike Share.

Citi Bike Official Website