From Road.cc
The Consumer Electronics Show returns this week with more exciting new tech. Here’s our pick of the most interesting cycling-related gadgets…
Of course, the word ‘interesting’ can cover a lot of different things but these include smart tyres, a smart bed and smart watches, as well as, noise-cancelling earphones and “the lightest turbo trainer” on the market.
Space-age METL airless bicycle tyre
What do you think of these blue tyres originally developed and tested by NASA for future Mars Rover missions?
First up on our list of winners are tyres from The SMART Tire Company. The METL bicycle tyre is made from Shape Memory Alloy Radial Technology (SMART), a superelastic material called NiTinol+.
Due to the elasticity and high energy return of these alloys, The SMART Tire Company says that METL is the first airless tyre to feature low rolling resistance and a smooth ride for cyclists, in addition to eliminating flats.
