Bike-Eye is a Patented Product
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Bike-Eye recommended by the Sunday Times Cycle Doc Tim Dawson.
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Bike Eye is a visibility aid that now comes in a second version, making it a suitable option for all kinds of bikes. However, the concept still relies on a clear, uninterrupted field of vision along the top tube so kitchen sink tourists and anyone else who uses large panniers and/or a big saddlebag will still need to look elsewhere.
You can fit it in under a minute using the supplied cable ties, and the softer plastics now used ensure a seamless, sculpted fit around most head tubes. They also insulate against road shock (one of our gripes with the original design) while the newly integrated nut and bolt make for easier alignment than previously. The mirror itself is unchanged, working to the same principle as a car rear view mirror, there is now though a new 10mm wider version available too. The flat glass plate won't tarnish or peel and it provides better perception of approaching vehicle speed/ proximity than a convex design. When correctly set up it works by giving you a view between and under your legs - optimum viewing point is when your leg is at the top of the pedal stroke.
Setting the mirror in double-sided foam tape safeguards against splinter injuries in the event of a nasty spill. Both versions of the Bike Eye are beautifully simple to use, demanding the slightest split-second glance to see what's going on behind. The performance of the two different versions is neck-and-neck until we come to trailer and tag-along tugging. The original will suit those with the carefully laden low-slung slung BOB Yak genre whereas the bigger surface area wins hands down when habitually hauling box types.
A quick glance from my right eye was sufficient for most conditions so it's a boon for those with compromised mobility in the neck or shoulders. Twenty litre panniers on the rear rack had negligible interference with the line of sight so the Bike Eye shouldn't be rejected out of hand for commuting or weekend touring, but 40 litre models did obscure the view. However, whatever the context, Bike Eye should never substitute for regular over-the shoulder/ lifesaver checks, especially in congested traffic.
Design tweaks make the new version a great improvement over the original; a very clever concept. Click here to read the whole article.
Age: 37 Height: 1.81cm Weight: 70kg
I usually ride: Rough Stuff Tourer Based around 4130 Univega mtb Frameset My best bike is: 1955 Holdsworth Road Path and several others including cross & traditional road
I've been riding for: Over 20 years I ride: Most days I would class myself as: Experienced
I regularly do the following types of riding: cyclo cross, commuting, touring, fixed/singlespeed, mtb
Below are a series of links to other sites that might be of interest to users both in competition and in other pursuits ...
A world of words on wheels.
A friendly independent bike shop in Bath.
The Web Site for Peddle Powered People. A Storehouse of Cycling News and Information
Bike Eye features in 'Rear View Visionary' article on Cyclorama.
Online cycling magazine with a simple aim: to promote cycling.
Genuine Hard to find parts at great prices, available across the globe.
The premier long-distance cycling orgamisation in the UK.
Specific cycle discussion site.
National governing body for Triathlon.
National Governing body for Road, Track, BMX, Mountain bike racing.
A cycling awards scheme.
The largest cyclist's association in the UK.
The Manchester CTC local organisation.
Cycle specific links site.
French Stockist of Bike Eye
A further repository of cycling information and support.
Mark Kleanthous' website for Triathletes
An organisation promoting age-related road races for those over 40 years of age.
Cycling pressure group for the capital.
An innovative comfort saddle that helps eliminate perineal pressure
A Cornish-based Bikeability trainer who has used our products.
National governing body for cycling time trials
An online cycling lifestyle magazine.
A website dedicated to the newest biking events
Cycle club for people of the Milton Keynes Area
A Bike rally held in the August period
Website and scheme to promote cycling
SJS cycles store, suppliers of Bike-Eye
A group who organise charity cycle adventures
York Cycle Show 2010 - Knavesmire 19th & 20th June
The one stop shop for all your electric bicycle needs!
A Brilliant Social Networking site for Road Cyclists
This is personal log of the thoughts and ramblings of someone who spends a good chunk of his time sat on a saddle and riding a Road bike.
Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research run a wide range of cycling events across the UK to raise funds for cancer research, Find out about their most popular cycling event near you.