STACK #214 August 2022

LIFE TECH FEATURE

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All the extras Water bottle What’s a bike ride without a water bottle? Ride and rehydrate – the two go hand in hand. Daxys Water Bottle and Holder • Universal fit • Quality lightweight aluminium • Quick and easy to install Phone holder No, not for watching TikTok vids while you’re weaving in and out of traffic. A suitable, solid holder is exactly what you need for securely cradling the smartphone you’re relying on for directions.

Essential Accessories

Lids on tops Let’s start at the top – literally. It’s the law in Australia to wear a helmet when riding an e-bike or electric scooter. Make sure your helmet has adjustable straps and fits snugly on your head. All new helmets must be safety approved and comply with the Australian standard AS 2063.

Love your gloves It’s a natural reaction to put your hands out when

you fall over, and it’s the same on the back of a bike. Gloves go a long way to protecting your mitts. Designs vary from full-armoured versions to fingerless gloves. They also protect your hands from the sun.

Daxys Breathable Cycling Gloves • Anti-slip • Breathable • Touchscreen sensitive

Daxys Phone Holder • No tool required for installation • Shockproof

Daxys Street Helmet • Adjustable headlock • One size fits all

Hands to the pump

Lock it up There is nothing worse than pouring your hard-earned into a two-wheel treasure only to have it stolen. It’s therefore imperative to protect your investment with a reliable lock. They come in various designs, including U-locks, cable, and folding locks. Look for a lock that’s resistant to angle grinders, and it’s probably not a bad idea to use multiple locks if you can; a thief is opportunistic and a bike fixed with two locks may be a deterrent. Use a primary lock through the triangle of the bike frame and attach it to an immovable object. If you can, lock it in a public place. The best place to keep your e-bike secured is safely inside.

A good pump is a vital piece of the e-bike kit. A good alternative to the traditional hand pump is an electric bike pump. They’re easy to use and transport and inflate tyres faster than a conventional pump – and you get an accurate digital inflation guide, too.

Multi-tool

Daxys Portable Electric Bike Pump • Type C outlet • LED torchlight for night use • Hi-res large screen

Just like a smartphone is a one-stop shop for everything you need for day-to-day life, a multi tool is everything you need for your biking odyssey in one handy package. In it, you’ll find just about everything you need to fix your riding woes.

Workhorse Why not put your digital steed to work by lashing on a couple of saddlebags. Easy to fit on the bike, these bags are perfect for stowing food shopping or even your laptop and lunch for the work commute.

Daxys Smart Folding Lock • Three ways to unlock: Fingerprint, key, app • 90cm length • Battery lasts 2-3 months on one charge

Daxys e-bike Multitool • Magnetic connection • Compact size

Daxys Pannier Bag Double 30L • Large 30-litre capacity

•Fully waterproof •Durable material

“Whoever invented the bicycle deserves the thanks of humanity” – Lord Charles Beresford, British MP

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