Any recommendations for Iphone Bike mount?

[themutiny]

Hi

I am considering buying a cradle to mount my Iphone on my bike(s). There is seemingly a bewildering array of choices (with prices to match)

I need a solution that is easily transferable between my bikes,which includes a non electric racer with very thick bars.

Can anyone recommend a solution?

Thanks in advance,

Nick

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[AndyOfTheSouth]

Hi Nick

Have you seen this one?

iPhone and iPod Stands, Holders, Mounts and Apple Accessories | THOUGHT OUT Company

I happened to notice it advertised on macrumors.com.

Andy

 

[fishingpaul]

This is my solution,leave it at home and have a nice relaxing and uninterupted ride,or you could just switch it off lol.

 

[Mussels]

This is my solution,leave it at home and have a nice relaxing and uninterupted ride,or you could just switch it off lol.

A decent smartphone makes an excellent cycle computer, an equivalent which is just for cycling would probably cost a couple of hundred quid.

 

[Mussels]

I've been looking for something myself, it will have to be waterproof and crash resistant.
Boxit 5.0 Waterproof Mobile Phone Case | Buy Online | ChainReactionCycles.com
That gets good reviews but is not really cheap at £25 with the handlebar mount, and the touchscreen won't work either.

 

[themutiny]

Yes, I should have said for use as a gps/cycle computer. The phone itself will be in "airplane mode"

 

[Fecn]

£3 solution

Here's my £3 solution. It was an old $3 crystal case which was already broken. I reinforced and modified using about 10 pence worth of Polymorph low-temperature plastic. Polymorph is great stuff.. It melts at 60 degrees C so you can mould it with your hands, but when it sets again at around 40C it's tough as anything. I have a little mini-blowtorch which has a hot air blower function, so I just keep heating bits and changing them until it's all the right shape.

Phone sits right in the middle of the headstock..

I included a releasable cable tie to make it easy to take off/on. Because the phone is only held at the sides, it is still OK to slide the screen up/down to get at the buttons as normal

It's a bit ugly when you see it without the phone..

Phone has never yet fallen out.

 

[pete500]

Just happened to come across the very thing...

Dahon Announces Waterproof, Shockproof Bike Mount - Bike Hugger

...though as some posters have said, I've no idea why anyone would want one.

 

[keithhazel]

This is my solution,leave it at home and have a nice relaxing and uninterupted ride,or you could just switch it off lol.

yes i second this,although in your pocket would also do as you know your gonna grab for it if it goes off and your riding,how safe is that !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[Erik]

Just happened to come across the very thing...

Dahon Announces Waterproof, Shockproof Bike Mount - Bike Hugger

...though as some posters have said, I've no idea why anyone would want one.

Never heard of OBE ?

On Bike Entertainment

 

[themutiny]

yes i second this,although in your pocket would also do as you know your gonna grab for it if it goes off and your riding,how safe is that !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

For the avoidance of doubt, I will restate.
I do not wish to make phone calls, the phone will be in airplane mode. An Iphone functions brilliantly as a hi tech cycle computer, giving you sat nav, elapsed time, height, inclines, calories burned, etc etc

 

[fcurran]

Parts - Cordless "The Bike Buddy " Brake ,Indicator ,Led Smart Light and Charger

Cordless "The Bike Buddy " Brake ,Indicator ,Led Smart Light and Charger
Enjoy More Fun Riding with Safety
This extremely versatile bicycle indicator set features wireless bicycle turn signal that can be operated with touch sensor panel. No more desperately arm-waving when making a turn. The super-bright 3 orange LED indicators are visible from any angle and drew people’s attention when you are about to make a turn. Also, the super-bright 4 red LED brake light has built in 3-axis accelerator for acceleration and deceleration and modes are including continuous and flash that can be seen for miles.In addition, wireless bicycle indicator can work as emergency charger and compatible with most mobile devices such as cell phones, iPhone, iPod,MP3, PDA, PSP and other USB powered products. Furthermore, it has a greater life cycle and be up to 500 charge-discharge cycles.

We call it the Cordless " The Bike Buddy " Brake ,Indicator ,Led Smart Light and Charger because it works without wires and senses when you're braking without any connection to your brakes. Not Spooky But genius . The touch-operated control panel is neat and clever too.

USB charging
There's no need to buy batteries as its built-in Lithium polymer pack can be plugged into your laptop to charge.

Recharges your gadgets on the go
Bike Buddy also works as a power bank that will top up your phone or mp3 player (and many other gadgets) out on the road. I tried it on an iPod Nano this morning and it worked beautifully.

Kitted out
The whole kit weighs in at a featherweight 90g (3 oz). It comes with attachment brackets and connectors, plus an English fitting and operation manual and a year's warranty. It's also CE, RoHS and FCC certified. Both the touch sensitive console and braking detector are patented.
Cordless " Bike Buddy " Brake ,Indicator ,Led Smart Light and Charger a little flash of genius
Features:
-Versatile bike gadget: Auxiliary indicator, tail light and brake warning
signal.
-Perfect size for most bicycles.
-Continuous and flash LED light modes.
-Quick release brackets.
-Superior visibility and cycling safely.
-Easy to Use with touch sensor panel.
-Emergency charger function.
-Excellent compatibility with most 5V/ 500mA mobile devices.
- Rechargeable indicator with Li-Polymer Battery.
-Smart mini USB charging design.
-Operating Time: Touch Sensor Panel -up to 10 hours.
Main unit-up to 60 hours without using power bank
function.
-WIP 1200 has applied two patents including Touch Sensor Panel and 3-Axis
Accelerator.


And no, I'm not on commission!!

Regards

FrankC

 

[simonbarnett]

Parts - Cordless "The Bike Buddy " Brake ,Indicator ,Led Smart Light and Charger

Cordless "The Bike Buddy " Brake ,Indicator ,Led Smart Light and Charger
Enjoy More Fun Riding with Safety
This extremely versatile bicycle indicator set features wireless bicycle turn signal that can be operated with touch sensor panel. No more desperately arm-waving when making a turn. The super-bright 3 orange LED indicators are visible from any angle and drew people’s attention when you are about to make a turn. Also, the super-bright 4 red LED brake light has built in 3-axis accelerator for acceleration and deceleration and modes are including continuous and flash that can be seen for miles.In addition, wireless bicycle indicator can work as emergency charger and compatible with most mobile devices such as cell phones, iPhone, iPod,MP3, PDA, PSP and other USB powered products. Furthermore, it has a greater life cycle and be up to 500 charge-discharge cycles.

We call it the Cordless " The Bike Buddy " Brake ,Indicator ,Led Smart Light and Charger because it works without wires and senses when you're braking without any connection to your brakes. Not Spooky But genius . The touch-operated control panel is neat and clever too.

USB charging
There's no need to buy batteries as its built-in Lithium polymer pack can be plugged into your laptop to charge.

Recharges your gadgets on the go
Bike Buddy also works as a power bank that will top up your phone or mp3 player (and many other gadgets) out on the road. I tried it on an iPod Nano this morning and it worked beautifully.

Kitted out
The whole kit weighs in at a featherweight 90g (3 oz). It comes with attachment brackets and connectors, plus an English fitting and operation manual and a year's warranty. It's also CE, RoHS and FCC certified. Both the touch sensitive console and braking detector are patented.
Cordless " Bike Buddy " Brake ,Indicator ,Led Smart Light and Charger a little flash of genius
Features:
-Versatile bike gadget: Auxiliary indicator, tail light and brake warning
signal.
-Perfect size for most bicycles.
-Continuous and flash LED light modes.
-Quick release brackets.
-Superior visibility and cycling safely.
-Easy to Use with touch sensor panel.
-Emergency charger function.
-Excellent compatibility with most 5V/ 500mA mobile devices.
- Rechargeable indicator with Li-Polymer Battery.
-Smart mini USB charging design.
-Operating Time: Touch Sensor Panel -up to 10 hours.
Main unit-up to 60 hours without using power bank
function.
-WIP 1200 has applied two patents including Touch Sensor Panel and 3-Axis
Accelerator.


And no, I'm not on commission!!

Regards

FrankC

Same as 50C's spooklight but a few quid cheaper?