Cycling Technology

junglist_matty
junglist_matty Posts: 1,731
edited October 2013 in The bottom bracket
If you could have any cycling specific techno gadget, what would it be? Totally wacky out of the box ideas are welcome.

For example, a few years back, most would say "I want to have GPS tracking technology", whereas more modern requests could be something like "I want to have my cycle computer notify me when I get a text message" or something along those lines. Would just like to see if there is a particular trend for something specific that hasn't already been done, or just something that you would like in addition to whatever setup you currently use.
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  • simonhead
    simonhead Posts: 1,399
    On commutes like today a cross tube that doubles as a high powered rifle.
    Life isnt like a box of chocolates, its like a bag of pic n mix.
  • RDW
    RDW Posts: 1,900
    Small rear-facing camera that can send live output to the bike computer (ideally with the usual data overlayed). Would be possible now if your computer is a smartphone and the camera has wifi.

    Edit: These already exist:

    http://www.dcrainmaker.com/2011/09/look ... -bike.html
    http://road.cc/content/news/29615-rear- ... -accidents
  • Daz555
    Daz555 Posts: 3,976
    I want to see the death of the derailleur. So we need a new form of gearing which is as light and efficient as what we have now.

    I won't hold my breath!
    You only need two tools: WD40 and Duck Tape.
    If it doesn't move and should, use the WD40.
    If it shouldn't move and does, use the tape.
  • arran77
    arran77 Posts: 9,260
    A device that alerts me when a train is coming as I'm about to jump the barriers with my headphones on.
    "Arran, you are like the Tony Benn of smut. You have never diluted your depravity and always stand by your beliefs. You have my respect sir and your wife my pity" :lol:

    seanoconn
  • daviesee
    daviesee Posts: 6,386
    arran77 wrote:
    A device that alerts me when a train is coming as I'm about to jump the barriers with my headphones on.
    Eyes?
    None of the above should be taken seriously, and certainly not personally.
  • arran77
    arran77 Posts: 9,260
    daviesee wrote:
    arran77 wrote:
    A device that alerts me when a train is coming as I'm about to jump the barriers with my headphones on.
    Eyes?

    Apparently not enough for some people if the news article discussed on here recently is anything to go by :wink:

    Maybe I'm being too subtle today :lol:
    "Arran, you are like the Tony Benn of smut. You have never diluted your depravity and always stand by your beliefs. You have my respect sir and your wife my pity" :lol:

    seanoconn
  • RDW
    RDW Posts: 1,900
    Cancellara's hidden motor:

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Nd13ARuvVE

    The shocking truth:

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ljy_FgMM3G4
  • daviesee
    daviesee Posts: 6,386
    arran77 wrote:
    Maybe I'm being too subtle today :lol:
    You've been infected by close contact. :lol:
    None of the above should be taken seriously, and certainly not personally.
  • TheNorthernTrain
    TheNorthernTrain Posts: 1,049
    I'd have a forum where you can only talk about cycling... That way I could really take my addiction to cycling to the next level and have no distractions.
    MmmBop

    Go big or go home.
  • daviesee
    daviesee Posts: 6,386
    TheNorthernTrain wrote:
    I'd have a forum where you can only talk about cycling... That way I could really take my addiction to cycling to the next level and have no distractions.
    Some people are trying to organise such a thing. :wink:
    None of the above should be taken seriously, and certainly not personally.
  • simonhead
    simonhead Posts: 1,399
    TheNorthernTrain wrote:
    I'd have a forum where you can only talk about cycling... That way I could really take my addiction to cycling to the next level and have no distractions.

    Hop off to commuters then as apparently they don't do off topic.
    Life isnt like a box of chocolates, its like a bag of pic n mix.
  • arran77
    arran77 Posts: 9,260
    TheNorthernTrain wrote:
    I'd have a forum where you can only talk about cycling... That way I could really take my addiction to cycling to the next level and have no distractions.

    That would be a good idea, oh no hang on :wink:

    What do you make of Bottom Bracket by the way, does it feel like home, you Crudcatchers ride bikes with bike tyres and tell each other to feck off, in Bottom Bracket we ride bikes with skinny tyres and tell each other to feck off :lol:
    "Arran, you are like the Tony Benn of smut. You have never diluted your depravity and always stand by your beliefs. You have my respect sir and your wife my pity" :lol:

    seanoconn
  • Mikey23
    Mikey23 Posts: 5,306
    And that is an eternal truth..
  • TheNorthernTrain
    TheNorthernTrain Posts: 1,049
    arran77 wrote:
    TheNorthernTrain wrote:
    I'd have a forum where you can only talk about cycling... That way I could really take my addiction to cycling to the next level and have no distractions.

    That would be a good idea, oh no hang on :wink:

    What do you make of Bottom Bracket by the way, does it feel like home, you Crudcatchers ride bikes with bike tyres and tell each other to feck off, in Bottom Bracket we ride bikes with skinny tyres and tell each other to feck off :lol:

    Wait, you lot actually ride bikes and not just talk about riding them???

    It's not quite homely, more like a friendly b+b.
    MmmBop

    Go big or go home.
  • arran77
    arran77 Posts: 9,260
    TheNorthernTrain wrote:
    arran77 wrote:
    TheNorthernTrain wrote:
    I'd have a forum where you can only talk about cycling... That way I could really take my addiction to cycling to the next level and have no distractions.

    That would be a good idea, oh no hang on :wink:

    What do you make of Bottom Bracket by the way, does it feel like home, you Crudcatchers ride bikes with bike tyres and tell each other to feck off, in Bottom Bracket we ride bikes with skinny tyres and tell each other to feck off :lol:

    Wait, you lot actually ride bikes and not just talk about riding them???

    It's not quite homely, more like a friendly b+b.

    Get yourself over into big girls, plenty of friendly faces there :lol:
    "Arran, you are like the Tony Benn of smut. You have never diluted your depravity and always stand by your beliefs. You have my respect sir and your wife my pity" :lol:

    seanoconn
  • raymondo60
    raymondo60 Posts: 735
    There are, I find, many bits of cycling technology that I desire

    Tyres that never puncture
    Chains that never stretch, and never require degreasing and oiling again
    Chainrings and cassettes that never wear out
    Bikes that don't allow dirt and mud to stick to them and are eternally shiny
    Wheels that never buckle despite ramming them down 10cm potholes

    But why stop there? Could technology not fix us too?

    Legs that never tire
    Lower backs that never get sore
    Eyesight that doesn't deteriorate once you hit 40 yrs old

    Or maybe its just me.....
    Raymondo

    "Let's just all be really careful out there folks!"
  • veronese68
    veronese68 Posts: 27,812
    arran77 wrote:
    daviesee wrote:
    arran77 wrote:
    A device that alerts me when a train is coming as I'm about to jump the barriers with my headphones on.
    Eyes?

    Apparently not enough for some people if the news article discussed on here recently is anything to go by :wink:

    Maybe I'm being too subtle today :lol:
    I think the eyes alone are not enough. Apparently the head should be turned to look both ways using a new piece of technology called the neck. It would appear to be beyond some people.
    I'd like some better quality knees.
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  • FishFish
    FishFish Posts: 2,152
    I would like to have a liquid frame.
    ...take your pickelf on your holibobs.... :D

    jeez :roll:
  • Yossie
    Yossie Posts: 2,600
    Chameleonic bike.
  • FishFish
    FishFish Posts: 2,152
    Actually I'd like a black hole (or other form of supergravity) on a stick which I could deploy when going up hill.
    ...take your pickelf on your holibobs.... :D

    jeez :roll:
  • FishFish
    FishFish Posts: 2,152
    ...in front of me that is.
    ...take your pickelf on your holibobs.... :D

    jeez :roll:
  • seanoconn
    seanoconn Posts: 11,671
    Some kind of air bag, ejector seat, parachute combo.
    Pinno, מלך אידיוט וחרא מכונאי
  • arran77
    arran77 Posts: 9,260
    This close enough for you Sean

    h1mk.png

    :lol:
    "Arran, you are like the Tony Benn of smut. You have never diluted your depravity and always stand by your beliefs. You have my respect sir and your wife my pity" :lol:

    seanoconn
  • veronese68
    veronese68 Posts: 27,812
    A nitrous injection kit won't work on a push bike will it?
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  • daviesee
    daviesee Posts: 6,386
    Veronese68 wrote:
    A nitrous injection kit won't work on a push bike will it?
    Take a suck and see.
    None of the above should be taken seriously, and certainly not personally.
  • veronese68
    veronese68 Posts: 27,812
    daviesee wrote:
    Veronese68 wrote:
    A nitrous injection kit won't work on a push bike will it?
    Take a suck and see.
    I suppose lol would be an appropriate response.
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  • Kieran_Burns
    Kieran_Burns Posts: 9,757
    Yossie wrote:
    Chameleonic bike.

    Cycle to work a few times. You'll find they already exist, and you're riding one.
    Chunky Cyclists need your love too! :-)
    2009 Specialized Tricross Sport
    2011 Trek Madone 4.5
    2012 Felt F65X
    Proud CX Pervert and quiet roadie. 12 mile commuter
  • Kieran_Burns
    Kieran_Burns Posts: 9,757
    As to cycling technology: heads up display that shows you the usual info: speed, cadence, heartbeat, (if you're interested) distance etc but also a GPS navigation overlay
    Chunky Cyclists need your love too! :-)
    2009 Specialized Tricross Sport
    2011 Trek Madone 4.5
    2012 Felt F65X
    Proud CX Pervert and quiet roadie. 12 mile commuter
  • arran77
    arran77 Posts: 9,260
    Veronese68 wrote:
    daviesee wrote:
    Veronese68 wrote:
    A nitrous injection kit won't work on a push bike will it?
    Take a suck and see.
    I suppose lol would be an appropriate response.

    You can be a bit more raucous than that in here, we don't mind :wink:
    "Arran, you are like the Tony Benn of smut. You have never diluted your depravity and always stand by your beliefs. You have my respect sir and your wife my pity" :lol:

    seanoconn
  • veronese68
    veronese68 Posts: 27,812
    arran77 wrote:
    Veronese68 wrote:
    daviesee wrote:
    Veronese68 wrote:
    A nitrous injection kit won't work on a push bike will it?
    Take a suck and see.
    I suppose lol would be an appropriate response.

    You can be a bit more raucous than that in here, we don't mind :wink:
    I was trying to be clever and make a funny about laughing gas. I probably need more practice.
    Kinesis Pro6
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