New Gadget Day!

New gadget arrived this week. I’ve upgraded the light and camera on the front of my bike. From the first generation Cycliq Fly12 to the latest version.

From 720p video to 4K with HDR and image stabilisation. Big improvement and a brighter light.

See you on the road!

Light the Way

Gadget Seven

Cycliq Fly 12

This trusty old workhorse has been replaced with the Cycliq Fly 12 Sport, but I'm still running this old model. It's a front headlight, as well as video camera with crash detection, and Strava overlays. USB and Bluetooth connectivity.

https://cycliq.com.au/products/fly12-sport

At One With My Ride

Gadget Six

Speedplay Pedals

I purchased these before Wahoo bought out Speedplay a while ago, so they look a bit different. Clip in either side, and still with some movement available, easier on my old knees. Not many people use these, you see more of the SPD format.

https://au.wahoofitness.com/devices/pedals/speedplay

Find Me and Don't Be Alarmed

Gadgets Four and Five Combo

Quad Lock Bike Alarm and Finder; and Quad Lock Out Front Mount

The Alarm and Finder is an Apple Find My compatible locater in combination with a fingerprint enabled alarm. I have it screwed to the bottom of the Mount. My iPhone 13 Pro has a Quad Lock phone case that clips in.

https://www.quadlockcase.com.au/collections/shop-cycle/products/cycling-bike-alarm-and-finder

https://www.quadlockcase.com.au/collections/shop-cycle/products/out-front-mount

Pedal to the Metal!

Gadget Three

Garmin Cadence Sensor 2

Seen along side the Giant RideSense on the left crank, the Garmin cadence sensor measure pedals/minute and connects via Bluetooth to Apple Watch and Workouts app. I usually try and keep cadence around 80-90.

https://www.garmin.com/en-AU/p/641212/

The Need for Speed

Gadget Two

Garmin Speed Sensor 2

This sensor is installed on my front hub and connects to my Apple Watch via Bluetooth. It provides accurate speed and distance and links in with the Workout app on my watch or iPhone.

https://www.garmin.com/en-AU/p/641230/

Rear Light, Camera, and Radar - safety!!

Gadget One

Garmin RCT715 radar camera tail light.

This sucker does it all. 1080 camera with video recording; flashing light; radar that tracks multiple vehicles and beeps at you as well as displaying on my iPhone screen.

https://www.garmin.com/en-AU/p/721258/

My Ride

Hi everyone!

Here’s the first photo of the series - my bike.

2013 Giant Defy Advanced SL0

* carbon fibre frame

* Shimano Dura-Ace brakes, chain, cassette, and crankset

Will cover the gadgets soon!

Let's GO!

Hi everyone. Starting on 1st October I'll be zooming around Rockhampton on my trusty carbon fibre steed to ride at least 300km.

I'll be posting some images and descriptions of the bike, the gear, the apps, the maps, and the data.

Thanks!