Allen Sports introduces the Smart Suction Go, a bike rack that eliminates the need for roof bars and attaches directly to the car's body using suction cups. The system, priced at $299, incorporates sensors and Bluetooth connectivity to monitor suction pressure and alert the user in case of a problem. It is designed for bicycles weighing less than 16 kg.
Triple-Redundancy Suction Technology with Real-Time Alerts 🚨
The core of the system is three active suction cups that are monitored every five seconds. The company claims a single unit could hold the load, but it uses three to create redundancy and increase safety. If the sensors detect a loss of pressure, the associated mobile app sends an immediate notification to the driver. This same monitoring technology is also being applied to camera mounts.
Because Trusting Physics is a Thing of the Past 🤖
It's comforting to know that while you're driving on the highway, your phone can alert you that your bike is about to embark on its own journey. We've gone from tying things down with rope to delegating their safety to push notifications. A system that transforms the classic anxiety about roof racks into a modern digital alert, although some may still prefer to see independent studies before trusting their carbon to Bluetooth.