Many people order food to go, but the Sandwichbike isn’t so much like a sandwich that you’d order and have made for you, but would be akin to getting all the pieces and then assembling yourself. The “sandwich” part is really that it is consists of two weather-coated frames of plywood that are bonded together. The bike ships in a box and includes all the tools and parts to build a complete bike.
The Sandwichbike will be ready to take out later this year.
Can’t afford Shimano’s Di2 for your road bike? Well there are alternatives – but the truth is most probably cost about the same. Or you could take the DIYer route and do it yourself. Computer engineer Nabil Tewolde has created an aftermarket DIY electronic shifting system, made from parts found mostly at the local hardware store, electronics shop and hobby shop.
While it lacks the streamlined look of Di2 it can be fitted to existing components. It likely still doesn’t have the precision of Di2 either, but it certainly doesn’t have the cost.
It’s often difficult to find a bike rack. And when you do, your bike still takes up valuable space on the sidewalk. A German hobby supply company has the answer for you. A stand that raises the bicycle up a lamp post or other pole. So far, this is strictly a DIY project, but this company, Conrad, has the supplies and instructions for you to make your own. Check out how the mechanism works, and how it’s put together (in German).
[via Cyclelicious]
As you are browsing through the accessory section your favorite bike shop, you will probably notice that most of the large bike companies have their own headlights on the market. These headlights are perfectly fine for commuting and bike path rides, but rarely do they offer enough light for a fast descents or tight single track. If you find that you are riding slower during the night or you are planning on entering a 24-hour race, you need to invest in a good lighting system.
One system that may interest you is the Pro 1400 system offered by NiteRider based in San Diego, CA. As the name implies, this dual LED lamp system produces 1400 lumens when set to the ‘high’ mode. The 1400 lumens is achieved during the ‘high’ mode by both the spot and flood light being fully illuminated to 700 lumens each. Though this will offer plenty of light for the trail you are blazing, your run time will only be 2:30 hours. For a longer night ride with these light right out of the box, all you have to do is switch to either the flood or spot lamp when the full 1400 is not needed. Continue reading Interbike 2010: Let the NiteRider Pro 1400 Light Your Way… on Your Terms