Cycling World Magazine January 2017 | Page 19

January 2017 | 19
Martin Bailey is the author of The Useful Book of Gadgets , Gizmos & Apps , available to buy on Amazon www . theusefulbookofgadgets . com

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Datatag
Price £ 29.99 Available from datatag . co . uk
Datatag ’ s latest UV cycle anti-theft protection pack includes four UV stealth etches , visible deterrent labels and a new Datadot micro technology allowing you to place multiple dots over your bike and accessories . It will be virtually impossible for criminals to locate and remove them all .
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Formy Grip
Price Around £ 47 Available from Kickstarter . com
Looking for new ways to customise your ride ? Formy , currently crowdfunding on Kickststarter , is a 3D printed replacement grip that is as unique as you are . Conventional grips are solid rubber , whereas Formy takes advantage of 3D printing and includes a lattice interior . It ’ s actually made of a harder material than standard grips , but the lattice interior gives it more flex . When ordering they ’ ll take two measurements across your hand and offer a guaranteed replacement if you have any sizing issues .
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Bimp Air
Price Around £ 260 Available from bimpair . com
If you ride for long distances and are tired of having to pump up tyres , forks and shocks then let the Bimp Air take the strain . It comprises of an energy converter fixed to the front wheel , an air compressor and canister . It uses the bike ’ s motion to fill the canister , and riding for just six minutes at around 9 mph will generate 11 litres of air compressed to 50 bars . It can inflate a tyre in 10 seconds , can be refilled an unlimited number of times as well as coming with a no-leak guarantee .