Whether you're considering the heart of the city or nearby suburbs, many enjoy or depend on bikes for recreation and commuting. New technology can widen the horizon as you scope out new homes.
While a number of companies make e-bikes, with electric motors that typically have a range of 30 miles or so, Delfast plans to introduce a new model with a range of well over 200 miles, potentially offering a week's worth of commutes on one charge. Curbed describes the bike as "a hybrid between a mountain bike and a motorcycle" that features GPS tracking and a remote starter. It's expected to launch on Kickstarter for less than $2,500.
New lighting options can keep your prospects safer. The Laserlight attaches to handlebars and projects a bike icon about 20 feet in front of the cyclist to warn pedestrians and drivers of its presence. The Lumos Helmet uses dozens of LEDs to increase a bike rider's visibility and offer turn signals. And WingLights are small LEDs that attach to the handlebars to provide turn signals as well.
A rider who's truly committed to the cycling cause might check out cargo bikes. More common in Europe but starting to gain fans in the U.S., cargo bikes offer a large, safe basket between the handlebars and front wheel that can even handle an infant's car seat—or the groceries for a week for a small family.
Check out the full list of bicycling upgrades, including new styles of tires and locks, at Curbed.com.
Source: "The best new bike tech for commuters," Curbed.com (Sept. 19, 2017)
