8 Unusual Cycling Accessories You Didn't Know Exist

Written by
Gale Bernhardt
Creative cyclists have come up with numerous ways to soup up their bikes. Here are a few unusual accessories that might raise a few eyebrows but could come in handy some day.
The Musguard
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Many cyclists dislike riding around with fenders on their bikes, but also hate mud splashing up on their backs. Now, you can have it both ways with the Musguard, a portable mud guard that comes in 14 different colors.
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The Chain Condom
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Not nearly as promiscuous as its name would indicate, a Chain Condom is a bicycle chain cover that protects your chains, and whatever carpet it might be lying on, from getting damaged. Practice safe cycling and get a Chain Condom.
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The Uberhood
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Not a common complaint, but it's true that bikes don't provide any shade for their riders. Such lack of cover is certainly a concern for those with fair complexions or a history of melanoma in their families. To protect yourself from searing summer heat and cancer-causing UV rays, you should seriously consider an Uberhood personal bike umbrella.
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The Stemie
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Want to minimize the impact to your family jewels when you do an endo on your mountain bike? Maybe you need the Stemie cushion that attaches to the stem of your bike. Your future children are sure to thank you.
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Monkey Light Pro
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There's no cooler way to make your presence known while cycling at night than to rock the Monkey Light Pro. This wheel display system displays bright, remarkable images and animations within the bicycle wheel.
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Retrofitz
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Want to convert those comfy Air Jordans into cycling shoes? With Retrofitz, there is no excuse for not having the right shoes to ride and do errands. These cleat attachments can convert nearly all of your footwear into cycling shoes.
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The Bikefast Plate
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Do you find yourself pinched for time and often combining activities? Perhaps you commute to work each day and breakfast is often gobbled down on the way to work. Maybe you want more than a smashed breakfast sandwich out of a jersey pocket on your commute. If so, you need a Bikefast Plate. As its name suggests, a Bikefast Plate is a plate positioned between your handlebars that a daily commuter can munch from. Just avoid eating and drinking at the same time.
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Six-Slot Bike Bag
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Need to carry a six-pack of your favorite beverage to a party while bike commuting? The Six-Slot Bike Bag is your answer. The roomy, cylindrical holders can hold almost any beverage or container, making it the perfect saddlebag for the thirsty rider.
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