Smartphones and Bike Accessories

SPC+ : the quarter-turn lock case

The SP Connect system, developed by an Austrian company based in Vienna, relies on a case that is specific to each phone model, featuring an integrated connector on the back. With the SPC+ generation, you present the phone on the mount, turn it ninety degrees, and it locks in place; you remove it by doing the opposite motion, stationary, in one second. The case stays on the phone daily and protects it from impacts like a standard case. The SPC+ range is also compatible with wireless charging Qi and with MagSafe on iPhones, which means you don’t need to take the case off to charge it in the evening.

The rest of the electronics

Bicycle electronics also includes:

• GPS.
• Batteries.
• Sensors and Radars.
• Lights.
• Home Trainer.

All the electronics can be found on the electronics page.

Vibrations and rain: protecting the phone on the handlebars

On cobblestones, trails, or a rough road, the handlebars transmit constant vibrations to the phone. Repeated over hours, these can wear out the optical stabilization in recent smartphone cameras, a delicate mechanism that makes the lens float. An anti-vibration module placed between the mount and the case filters out some of these shocks; it becomes really useful when mountain biking, on rough tracks, or on a fast electric bike rapid. For rain, a water-resistant phone can handle a shower, but a waterproof cover is still preferable during a long wet outing, especially to protect the charging port.

Using the smartphone as a GPS: maps, battery, and visibility

With a navigation app, the phone shows the route, speed, and elevation, and can guide you verbally. Three precautions make this usage reliable. You download offline maps for the area before leaving, as signal can often be weak in the mountains or forests. You manage battery consumption: automatic brightness, sleep mode between intersections, and a power bank in the bag for long rides, because an active screen in bright sunlight drains quickly in a few hours. Finally, you position the phone in line with your view, on the stem, so you can glance at it without taking your eyes off the road.

Good deals

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Frequently asked questions

Does the SP Connect case protect the phone in case of a fall?

Yes, it is a rigid protection case designed to be used every day, not just while cycling. It stays on the phone all the time, which avoids having to handle a removable case for every journey and keeps the device protected in your pocket as well as on the handlebars.

Is a SP Connect case suitable for all phones?

No, each case is molded for a specific model, including several generations of iPhones: you need to check your device's exact reference. For a phone without a dedicated case, the brand offers a universal adhesive adapter that you can stick to the back of an existing case.

Can you charge your phone while on a bike ride?

Yes, an external battery connected by cable to the phone mounted on the handlebars extends your navigation for an entire day. You should choose a short cable and an angled connector so it doesn't obstruct the steering, and protect the socket from the rain.

Is it allowed to use your phone while cycling?

The Highway Code prohibits holding a phone in hand while moving, both on a bike and in a car, as well as wearing headphones. A phone fixed on a mount to follow a route is allowed, provided you do not manipulate it while riding.

Do you have to remove the phone from the mount at every stop?

For a short pause under supervision, it's not necessary, but as soon as you walk away from the bike, you can remove it with a quarter turn to avoid theft. The motion takes one second, and the case stays on the phone, ready for the next ride.