We strolled the halls of Interbike in the search of the latest gear to keep us safe on the roadsDavid Rome / Immediate Media
Pearl Izumi’s new BioViz clothing takes a different approach to visibility than straight up reflectivity. Firstly, they use fluorescent colours which are said to be three-times brighter than the brightest white. Secondly, the brand places highly reflective markers in areas that will be seen effectively when in motion so that motorists know its a human out in front. Finally, the brand states that high contrast colours help to grab attentionDavid Rome / Immediate Media
Not just for jackets and jerseys, BioViz technology will be found on Pearl Izumi’s riding accesories tooDavid Rome / Immediate Media
Sugoi’s Zap jacket was one of the first highly reflective, yet performance-focused accesories on the market. It looks normal during the day, but shine light directly onto it and it lights up like a disco ball. The brand is expanding the ZAP range with helmet covers, hats, gloves and even trialling leg warmersDavid Rome / Immediate Media
The Sugoi ZAP jackets are now available in a variety of colours tooDavid Rome / Immediate Media
Topeak’s iGlow range offers saddlebags, fenders and even bottle cages that feature LED lighting. Pictured is the iGlow Cage B that shines a colour-changing LED light into a translucent bottleDavid Rome / Immediate Media
Lazer Z1 helmet owners can now upgrade their helmets with this US$24 ‘Z1 LED Mudcap’ safety light. It simply clips in place instead of the stock Rollsys plastic coverDavid Rome / Immediate Media
Perhaps a safety feature if you’ve got heart problems, LifeBeam is a heart rate monitor that sits seamlessly within your Lazer helmet. For 2016, the brand will offer a kit to upgrade any Lazer Z1 helmet to the system. Unfortunately it’s either this or the light before, you can’t use both at the same timeDavid Rome / Immediate Media
Lazer will soon offer its Aeroshell covers in High-Vis and reflective options for its common models including the Z1, Helium and Genesis. Perfect for being seen and staying warm on the cold, dark wintery ridesDavid Rome / Immediate Media
Louis Garneau jons a mass of brands to integrate MIPS technology into its performance road helmets. Additionally, the new Héros MIPS RTR helmet gains some stealthy glass-bead print reflective panels that light up the entire bottom half of the helmet at night. Expect to pay $230 for this lidDavid Rome / Immediate Media
Joining the helmet, Garneau’s new RTR range stands for ‘Reclaim the Road’. Pictured is the $180 Elite M-2 RTR jersey (Stunner RTR for women) which features everything you’d look for in a performance-focused jersey, but with the addition of printed reflective dots for low light visibilityDavid Rome / Immediate Media
Currently in a concept phase, POC is working with ‘Light Flex Technology’ to bring even greater safety to clothing. This prototype vest offers flexible LED lighting built straight into the rear, powered by a rechargable battery that sits in its own pocketDavid Rome / Immediate Media