Bike Accessories

A bike trailer is a wheeled attachment pulled behind a bicycle to carry children, pets, cargo, groceries, touring gear, or work equipment, offering extra capacity and stability compared with baskets or panniers. Emerging in the 1970s through small manufacturers in North America and Europe and now produced by major brands like Burley, Thule, Hamax, Croozer, […]

A child bike seat is a purpose-built safety accessory that allows parents or caregivers to securely carry a child on a bicycle, using structured components such as a harness system, footrests, impact-resistant shell, and stable mounting hardware to ensure comfort and protection during rides. First popularized in Europe in the late 20th century and now […]

A bicycle cover is a protective shell made from waterproof, UV-resistant, and dustproof materials designed to shield a bike from rain, sun, dirt, corrosion, and outdoor weathering, whether stored indoors, outdoors, on balconies, in garages, or during transport. First used by commuters and touring cyclists in the late 20th century as bikes shifted from purely […]

Bike travel bags and cases are protective transport systems designed to safely carry a bicycle during air travel, road trips, train journeys, or long-distance logistics, using structured padding, hard shells, internal straps, and wheel compartments to prevent damage. Originally developed for professional racers and touring cyclists in the late 20th century—especially as international racing grew—these […]

Bike baskets are cargo-carrying accessories attached to the handlebars, rear rack, or frame of a bicycle, designed to transport personal items, groceries, or work essentials conveniently while riding. Originating in the early 20th century as practical additions for postal, delivery, and city bicycles, they evolved from woven wicker and steel wire designs into today’s lightweight […]

Bike kickstands are support mechanisms that allow a bicycle to stand upright without leaning against another object, typically mounted near the bottom bracket, rear chainstay, or rear dropout. First appearing on utility and postal bikes in the early 20th century and popularized by manufacturers like Esge Pletscher (Switzerland) and Greenfield (USA), kickstands evolved from steel […]

Bike fenders—also known as mudguards—are protective shields mounted over the wheels to block water, mud, and road debris from splashing onto the rider and bike components. First popularized in early 20th-century European commuter and touring bikes, they’ve evolved from steel and aluminum designs to modern polycarbonate, stainless steel, and carbon composite systems with quick-release mounts […]

Cycling shoes are purpose-built footwear designed to optimize power transfer, pedaling efficiency, and comfort by connecting the rider’s feet directly to the bike through clipless pedal systems. First popularized by brands like Look and Shimano in the 1980s, these shoes have evolved with carbon soles, BOA dials, and SPD/SL cleat systems to suit road, mountain, […]

Cycling clothing — also known as cycling apparel, bike wear, or riding gear — refers to specially designed garments made to enhance comfort, performance, and protection while riding a bicycle. Over time, it has evolved from simple wool jerseys and leather shorts into high-tech, aerodynamic fabrics that manage sweat, reduce wind resistance, and regulate temperature […]

Bicycle racks are devices designed to carry, store, or transport bicycles, either by attaching directly to a bike’s frame for cargo carrying (on-bike racks) or by mounting to vehicles like cars, trucks, or buses for transportation. Over time, bicycle racks have evolved from simple steel carriers to lightweight aluminum or carbon systems with integrated mounting […]