Originally Posted by
dashelter
Thanks Veganbikes
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The portable power bank will need to be very close to the phone mount so a USB-C cable can reach both to connect them and not hang around over.
Also, is this a good slim portable power bank:
https://a.co/d/c5vXQyE
Or
this one:
https://a.co/d/8mByIoc
What other bike accessories would you recommend ?
Free bike app to track calories and distances?
Good Helmet brand?
Many thanks for all inputs.
No worries.
For powerbanks I recommend Goal Zero or at least a known quantity and quality brand.
In terms of apps I don't use many cycling ones that aren't specific to certain components. I would rather have a separate computer that uses less power and doesn't tie up my phone. If you want more basic stuff CatEye Padrone or Enduro (for wired) are good options and if I want more data Garmin makes some great stuff. The 1030 Solar seems like a really neat one but the lower ones are still good.
For helmets I really love my Lazer Z1 but ABUS makes some great helmets as well. In the past I had a Giro Aethos that was nice but I got a smaller size than I should have. In the end make sure you try the helmet on in a bike shop and don't buy a random brand from billionaires selling stuff online. Make sure it is CSPC rated (or SNELL which is more common with Motorcycles) and generally is comfortable and lightweight. Virginia Tech does some good rating on helmets so you can get some baselines however fit and comfort is key.
I am willing to spend big bucks on a helmet because I want something comfortable that I don't really notice on my head.
There are tons of accessories out there. What do you need and don't have?