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This improvement in bike safety would make an incredible difference in New York City
Tuesday, 17 September 2013
A ‘REVOLUTION’ IN BIKE SAFETY
We’ve seen a multitude of innovations which help ensure safety for
cyclists – ranging from old-school dynamo lights to glow in the dark
vests. Taking things a step further are Revolights – an innovation which
allows you to be seen from 360 degrees, and with lights so trippy
there’s no excuse not to notice them. To achieve this effect, four
narrow LED rings in white and red are mounted on both front and rear
wheels of a bicycle. Powered by (USB rechargable) lithium-ion batteries,
the battery pack is light weight, and a fork-mounted magnet with an
accelerometer synchronises light projected to your speed.
Unlike conventional lights, which focus on a limited radius, Revolights
fully illuminate your sides and the path ahead – while having a lower
point of origin at the wheelbase allows you to see the shadows of
otherwise unnoticeable obstacles in the dark such as stones. What’s
more, they are easy to apply and are water resistant too. So what are
you waiting for? Get them to pimp up that two-wheeler of yours, and arm a
friend with a camera locked on low-shutter speed!
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