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Six of the best cycle gadgets

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Whether you’re getting on your two wheels to cut carbon emissions, avoid cramped commuting, save some cash, get in shape – or to achieve a heady combination of all four – cycling is a very fine pursuit. Even more so, in fact, when you have these clever accessories to help you on your way

Energy Sistem Energy Bike MP3 Music Box

ENERGY SISTEM ENERGY BIKE MP3 MUSIC BOX

This rechargeable on-cycle entertainment system will appeal to those looking for some power-tunes to get them pedalling at a quicker pace (also works for gentle ambles through the countryside). Load up the MP3 player with music from a microSD card and it’ll play through the built-in speaker. When you bore of your own playlists, tune into the FM radio. £18.99

Winkku Indicators

WINKKU INDICATORS

This set of cycle indicators adds another layer of safety to any journey on two wheels, certainly in a city. Easy to clip on to your bike, one simple touch before you turn will get the LEDs flashing very noticeably. The indicators also feature an extra-wide angle mirror and additional lights that operate after dark. An essential safety and confidence booster. £29.99

Foldable Bike Lock

FOLDABLE BIKE LOCK

Number one rule of cycle club is always carry a lock for your ride. Cumbersome as they may be, in the long term they’ll save you the cost and annoyance of troublesome thieves. It is tempting to opt for lightweight locks but they’re about as useful as the proverbial chocolate teapot, while the bulkier versions can be backbreaking to carry about. Luckily, this special foldable number is tough enough when opened, and discreet enough when in space-saving mode. It’s a keeper. £14.99

Ion Adventure

ION ADVENTURE

It’s time to create a documentary of your two-wheeled adventures. It doesn’t matter if they’re of the daring off-road variety or just your daily commute, it’s all good fun (and invaluable content for your YouTube channel). The Ion camera has built-in GPS tracking to keep tabs on where you are going, so you just stick it on your helmet (or on the handlebars) and enjoy the ride, over and over again. £270

Lifeproof Bike Mount

LIFEPROOF BIKE MOUNT

Seeing as we take our smartphone tech just about everywhere else, why shouldn’t we have a dedicated safe place for it on our bikes too. Load yours up with all manner of fitness apps, route mapping and other useful cycling software, and it can sit on your handlebars in either landscape or portrait mode. Don’t leave home without one. £36.99