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Revolights inventor lights the way for safer cycling (video)

Even in the friendliest of bike cities, motorists and cyclists aren't always on the lookout for each other. And that can pose safety problems, especially at night.

Silicon Valley inventor Kent Frankovich has set out to make cycling safer, putting a spin on the old-fashioned bike reflector. He's developed a design that makes it easier for bike riders to see and be seen by mounting LED lights onto the bike's wheels. SmartPlanet catches up with Frankovich to check out his invention, Revolights, still in development.

This video originally appeared on SmartPlanet with the headline "Meet the inventor of Revolights.&… Read more

Revolights: Ditch your bike lights for wheel LEDs

There are fun discoveries galore on Kickstarter, but not all projects end up successfully funded. Revolights, a new way of lighting your bicycle at night, has already topped its $43,500 goal by almost $100,000.

When investors are throwing that much money at a concept, it's worth a look. Revolights uses rings of LEDs attached to your bicycle wheels to replace the common headlight.

The LEDs shine white light on the forward wheel and red light on the back. A magnet tracks speed and orientation to control the lights. The LEDs zip around the entire tire when stationary, making your bike hard to miss at night, whether you're rolling or not.

Revolights are bright enough to light up your path while also screaming, "Bicycle!" to any car approaching from your side.… Read more