Which handlebar adapter for cell phone?
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Which handlebar adapter for cell phone?
Postby rifraf » Wed Feb 05, 2014 11:48 pm
bought myself an iPhone for xmas.
Not had a smart phone before so know little about them or how to use them.
First thing I'd like to find out is which is the best way of attaching it to the handlebars and is there a consensus on whats the best cover for one?
Theres so much info out there its confusing (well to a retrogrouch like me anyway)
So far I've spotted that B&M have one:
https://www.bike24.net/1.php?content=8; ... 0,245|3730|||||||" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
and I think I spotted a variant in the Apple shop when I was in there back in December.
I'd like to get an idea on what the folks here use, having read of a few of us now utilising cell phones for maps and many of the functions of the Garmin units like speed, cadence etc.
Thanks for any input.
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Re: Which handlebar adapter for cell phone?
Postby kx315 » Thu Feb 06, 2014 12:06 am
Very robust and makes a good day to day phone cover also.
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Re: Which handlebar adapter for cell phone?
Postby mitchy_ » Thu Feb 06, 2014 10:34 am
ditto!m@ wrote:Quadlock cases/mounts are excellent; very happy with mine.
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Re: Which handlebar adapter for cell phone?
Postby Wingnut » Sun Feb 09, 2014 6:14 pm
http://www.lifeproof.com/en/iphone-5-nuud/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
http://www.barflybike.com/bar-fly-for-iphone-5/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
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Re: Which handlebar adapter for cell phone?
Postby nezumi » Sun Feb 09, 2014 6:29 pm
I use this: http://www.topeak.com/products/bags/sma ... rybag_5_bk" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; as it mounts to the stem cap on my bike, which I find handy.
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Re: Which handlebar adapter for cell phone?
Postby rifraf » Mon Feb 10, 2014 5:29 pm
I shall have a squiz
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Re: Which handlebar adapter for cell phone?
Postby Wingnut » Mon Feb 10, 2014 8:12 pm
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Re: Which handlebar adapter for cell phone?
Postby mitchy_ » Mon Feb 10, 2014 8:14 pm
why would you want a handlebar mount if it was going to go in your pocket...?Wingnut wrote:I think it also depends whether you are planning on mounting the phone on your handle bars or just keeping it loose in your pocket or handle bar bag...
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Re: Which handlebar adapter for cell phone?
Postby mitchy_ » Mon Feb 10, 2014 8:53 pm
ah, right. for what it's worth, the quadlock case is relatively slim, slips into a pocket fine. although i dont use it normally.Wingnut wrote:Just trying to make the point that while some may have good mounts they might have bulky, awkward covers when being stored in a pocket...versatility...
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Re: Which handlebar adapter for cell phone?
Postby Wingnut » Fri Feb 21, 2014 10:36 am
Edit. Changed my mind...this product isn't up to the task. This review confirms my issues with the Quadlock.
http://www.bicycles.net.au/2013/05/quad ... d-iphone5/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
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Re: Which handlebar adapter for cell phone?
Postby Wingnut » Sat Feb 22, 2014 1:07 pm
Case leaks and poncho severely reduces the effectiveness of the touch screen...no thanks.
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Re: Which handlebar adapter for cell phone?
Postby Daggo » Sun Feb 23, 2014 7:32 pm
I wouldn't carry the phone around in the case but you can if really want. Been more then happy with it.
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Re: Which handlebar adapter for cell phone?
Postby Wingnut » Tue May 20, 2014 11:24 am
http://www.premiumbikegear.com/biologic ... mount.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
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Re: Which handlebar adapter for cell phone?
Postby Leaf T » Tue May 20, 2014 1:47 pm
The quadlock looks very well made but I like the look of nezumis mount. Its waterproof and will accommodate most phones when upgraditis hits.nezumi wrote:This is heavily dependent on what phone you have.
I use this: http://www.topeak.com/products/bags/sma ... rybag_5_bk" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; as it mounts to the stem cap on my bike, which I find handy.
The bad is it would get hot sealed up under the sun I think so at times it would need to be half open or something to allow air in. I tried using my Ortlieb bar bag map holder but in the sun it really heats up. Rain though it was okay. I totally relied on my phones GPS when in Asia but 95% of the time I just left it inside the bar bag and checked my location when needed.
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