Tech Week 2023: A Clever Bike Alarm, New Apparel, Packs, & More

Oct 27, 2022 at 18:31
by Mike Kazimer  
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Knog Scout Bike Alarm & Tracker

Knog have added an inconspicuous bike alarm and tracker called the Scout to their lineup of bike accessories. The small device can be armed with a push of a button if the iPhone it's paired to is within 5 feet, or it can be armed via the app if it's within Bluetooth range of the phone. Once it's armed, an 85 db alarm will go off if the bike is moved. If that doesn't deter the thief and the bike is moved from its location, the device can be tracked with Apple's 'Find My' app thanks to a built in, non-removable AirTag.

The Scout bike alarm has a claimed run time of 6 months (it's rechargeable), and weighs only 25 grams. It also comes with a yellow silicone cover that can be used to advertize its presence, or the cover can be removed to keep it discrete. MSRP: $59.95 USD.



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Five Ten Freerider Pro Canvas BCA Shoes

The Five Ten Freerider Pro Canvas BCA edition was created in collaboration with Vero Sandler to help raise breast cancer awareness and to help raise money for breast cancer charities. In the UK and EU, $15 from every pair sold will go to Breast Cancer Now, and in North America that money will go to the National Breast Cancer Association. More information: adidas.com/breast_cancer_awareness


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Dakine Darkside Jersey

Dakine's new Darkside jersey was apparently 'inspired' by Thomas Vanderham. I'm not sure if that means he was constantly complaining about having cold nipples, but in any case the new jersey has a windproof front panel that should help keep chests and shoulders warm when you're blasting downhill on a brisk fall day. The jersey is made from 100% recycled polyester that has 4-way stretch. It has an UPF 20+ sun protection rating, and an antimicrobial treatment to keep things smelling fresh. MSRP: $90 USD.


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MilkIt Hassle'off Tool

MilKit have a new tool on the way called the Hassle'off (that's the Swiss / German humor coming through). Full details will be revealed when it's launched in November, but it's essentially a small frame-mounted case containing 20 tools, including a tire plugger, multi-tool, and chain tool. The total weight is a claimed 140 grams.


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Ion Shelter 2.5L Anorak

The Shelter Anorak has a 10k/10k water column/breathability rating, fully taped seams, and a DWR coating to keep rain from soaking through. The generous front pocket can be used to hold peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, a spare pair of gloves, or whatever else you don't mind have situated right in front of you. That same pocket can also be used to fold the jacket into when it's not in use. MSRP: $189.99 USD.


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Dakine Builder Packs

Dakine's Builder packs have been updated, and there will be two versions of the popular tool hauler released in Spring 2023. The 40 liter version is the big dog, with the ability to carry full size tools, saws, or buckets. The outer pockets have been enlarged to hold quarts of chainsaw bar oil, and daisy chains have been added to the exterior to help keep tools stable when hiking to the dig zone. MSRP: $260


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The 25 liter version is designed for trail projects that are accessed via bike or moto, and can fit collapsible trail tools, like those offered by Trail Boss. In addition to holding those tools, the center compartment is removable and can be used to store different power tools. MSRP: $220



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55 Comments
  • 95 1
 The kid in me likes the shoes with the boobs on them
  • 3 79
flag canuck7870 (Oct 28, 2022 at 11:26) (Below Threshold)
 Do you mean boobs around the world that contract cancer?
  • 5 1
 What the heck are boobs on shoes? I only know of 2 types of boobs and one of them can fly Big Grin
  • 8 0
 I wish they made size 14 boobies shoes.
  • 33 0
 By far the breast featured product in this article.
  • 9 0
 Wife just got me these for my birthday, such a tits gift.
  • 26 0
 A shoe with its own Rack!
  • 3 0
 I like the lace areoles
  • 5 0
 The creepy adult in me likes boobs with shoes on them.
  • 4 5
 @canuck7870: Like the kind my mom is battling now. Wow you're a dick.
  • 1 0
 I could turn (to flats) for those shoes...
  • 1 0
 "The kid" Big Grin
  • 7 0
 Immediately scroll back up to see the boobs…
  • 62 0
 That dakine pack is way too obvious for carrying in tools to all the completely legit and totally authorized trails I'm building.
  • 13 0
 Anoraks are suddenly a thing again, huh? I feel like they had a moment when I was a teenager back in the 90s. Just in the past couple few days I’ve seen new ones from 7mesh, Ion, Arcteryx and Patagonia.

I don’t want an anorak, but I feel like the internet is conspiring to convince me that I do.
  • 8 0
 Yeah, I'm still not totally convinced - I like a two-way, full length zipper, but there's definitely been a wave of new anoraks this year.
  • 12 0
 Be a lot cooler if it was a cardigan.
  • 2 0
 Sure, the pull over aspect can be annoying for some, but they tend to be more comfortable once on and/or more waterproof. Also, changing up the cut of your garment from time to time can be nice
  • 2 0
 I had one as a little kid in the late 70's, then a dayglo monstrosity when I started skiing in the late 80's. Shit, I'm getting all misty eyed and nostalgic for an anorak - to complete my Edmund Hillary look.
  • 1 0
 @seth419: calmer than you are
  • 1 0
 I don't get the flood of 10K/10K offerings lately. IMO 10K is not enough waterproofing in the PNW. It's gotta be at least 15K for me.
  • 2 0
 Bought one a few years ago for snowboarding mostly out of nostalgia for my starter jacket when I was a kid. Dumb design. Taking it off when tired and sweaty was a real bitch.
  • 9 3
 Booooo hiiisssss to the dakine builder pack … as a ten plus year professional trail builder i can say that the dakine pack is a solid Meh .. my Eberlestock cache hauler pack has t beat hands down in versatility ruggedness and over all utility … more pay load more versatility more modularity and a higher payload also a FULL FRAME
  • 2 0
 if you want real comfort get a Kifaru
  • 2 0
 @b6graham: stone glacier
  • 2 0
 @b6graham: Never thought I would see a Kifaru reference on PB!
  • 5 0
 I would much rather have the scout be two pieces, with the alarm speaker being separate so that the thief tears that off and leaves the tracker in place. In its current form the alarm may have the unintended consequence of having the tracker removed.
  • 3 0
 You can silence the alarm so you get a notification on your phone, but the alarm on the device is silent!
  • 5 0
 @knog, if you're listening: License the Fidlock tech and incorporate this into a Fidlock bottle mount. Guessing it could be put in a mount not much thicker than the stock fidlock mount, would be even *more* unobtrusive and it wouldn't mess with bottle clearance on frames with tight clearance nearly as much as stacking the two mounts would.

As soon as that's available, I'll be first in line to buy one.
  • 1 0
 I have my Scout under my Fidlock and it's barely noticeable. Like BARELY! IF your working with that tight of tolerance then maybe it wouldn't work for you but were talking like 10 MM.
  • 1 0
 @pbredow: For the clearance part, I was thinking more my son's bike than mine. I have 6yo with a 20" hardtail and there's just barely enough room for him to get his kid-sized fidlock in and out. Think there's a bit more clearance on mine, but honestly, I rarely use it. Most of my rides are sub 2hr and unless it's hot I only carry one large bottle in my hip pack. Fidlock only gets used on 2-bottle rides. That's half the reason I got a fidlock bottle. I can sometimes be unreasonably picky about aesthetics and I think the low profile fidlock mount looks a lot cleaner on its own than an empty cage. Much as a 1-piece fidlock mount/scout tracker would look a lot cleaner than stacking the two. Wink
  • 1 0
 @SoCalTrev: Oh ya i have a Fidlock for my Sons 20" for that reason alone. Let me see if I can show you a picture as I honestly can barely tell that it's on there. I'm the same way and use the Fid lock for aesthetic reasons when not running a water bottle. So much cleaner!! I totally get where you going with incorporating it into the device!
  • 1 0
 @SoCalTrev: I put a picture up of what it looks like on my Tallboy on my profile if you'd like to take a look!
  • 5 0
 Aww, why are the pink boob shoes exclusive to only women sizes?
*Edit. Just so everyone knows, I found out they're also available in Men's!
  • 8 4
 @knog, does this mean that android users are not able to use the Scout?
That doesn't sound very inclusive to me.
  • 1 1
 There's an app for that
  • 4 2
 Especially not smart from a marketing point of view, since Android has a worldwide market share of over 70%. See gs.statcounter.com/os-market-share/mobile/worldwide

Also, except dentists, no one can afford a new iPhone when already coughing up current bike and bike parts prices.
  • 3 0
 Knog is working with with Android for a solution.
  • 1 0
 @pbredow: thanks for the heads up. Some douche tried to steal my bike in whistler about 3 weeks ago. I had a small cable lock thankfully. But I really wish I had the chance to catch him in the act. This would have helped.
  • 2 0
 I can't stand having a chainsaw on my back or a rake or a sledge hammer. I put them in frame bags . So much better ! Chainsaw I strap to my handlebars . Steering is much more fun with the added acceleration when turning .
  • 1 0
 That milkit looks interesting. Would make a good use of the bosses on the front of the downtube on some bikes. Seems like a really low profile way to utilize bosses where there isn't space or purpose for a water bottle
  • 1 0
 Just £/$15? Seems a shame they’re not donating all the profits per sale to charity. Feels to me like a token gesture by what is a multi-billion euro company.
  • 3 0
 I thought we killed those front pockets in the 80's.
  • 7 0
 Needs a huge Chicago Bulls logo on the back..lol
  • 1 0
 @wolftwenty1: Bang on! Ha!
  • 1 0
 Cargo hauler, bucket, those stretchy straps with hooks. Perfect for trail work
  • 1 1
 Thanks MilKit... I've been looking for a Multi I've been looking so long I've been looking for a Multi Still it can't be found
  • 2 0
 Now you too can look like a Teletubbies
  • 1 0
 I definitely get cold nipples on those winter night rides, so we'll done dakine!
  • 1 0
 I want windproofing on my upper arms as well. I always get cold there. So these look better than most offerings.
  • 1 0
 I hope they won't spend more time in the sand than David Hassle'off!
  • 2 0
 "That was funny the first time I heard it"
  • 2 0
 Good variety of boobs.
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