I have what I think are good bike related product ideas all of the time, but I have never actually submitted an idea to someone or some company that has come to fruition. There is a first time for everything and perhaps I will be able to one day say I played a small role in the development of a product.
Reader Taras sent us the following email -
I want to share my hack - a bike wheel light with a USB connection to both Mac and PC - it allows for a little display on a wheel. My idea is to make riding at night more safe and fun :)
I have a webpage and a short video.
I love the concept, but I have seen, and tested, a very similar product - the Monkey Light (Review 1 and Review 2). Taras did note that his product is meant to offer some features the Monkey Light does not, and I thought of one feature that the Monkey Light does not offer that I wish that it did - a way to take it with me when I leave my bike locked up. I let Taras know that I thought a quick release mechanism would make his light even more appealing and he responded positively, and even sent a quick sketch of the concept.
If readers have other ideas for Taras, or have other concepts or stories to share, feel free to comment or write to us.
I"m guessing its not waterproof? makes it basically useless for my commute..
Posted by: Chris | 06/05/2012 at 02:53 AM
Cute. But it's still missing the one feature I actually want: doesn't take batteries! Magnet on the fork, pickup and capacitor in the light, cake all around. Anyone?
Posted by: Ben | 06/05/2012 at 04:41 PM