[Q] Best Case/Cover for using on a bike

[DP4]

I've just been getting a bike (pedal bike) and would quite like to use my DHD on the bike, for GPS , etc is there a case or mount or anything that will go on a pedal bike , or if not is there a decent case I could strap round my arm, that would protect my phone in case of rain/falls

 

[chardd23]

otterbox defender
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[Steve_Walker]

Bike mount

Hi,

I have found this fits a little tighter and feel like the phone wont flop about http://www.buybits.com/product/9264.aspx it is only £20 in the UK and I found in my local store a voucher to get some money off. Might still work "TESCO 1" at the checkout bit.

Anyways decent mount have used it on a mountain bike for gps and no issues with the case or mount. just not tried it yet when wet.

 

[DP4]

That's exactly what I'm after, cheers mate, will order one at the weekend I think.

Hi,

I have found this fits a little tighter and feel like the phone wont flop about http://www.buybits.com/product/9264.aspx it is only £20 in the UK and I found in my local store a voucher to get some money off. Might still work "TESCO 1" at the checkout bit.

Anyways decent mount have used it on a mountain bike for gps and no issues with the case or mount. just not tried it yet when wet.

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[shendoz]

I'm using otterbox commuter and it really nice~

 

[nm8]

I've just been getting a bike (pedal bike) and would quite like to use my DHD on the bike, for GPS , etc is there a case or mount or anything that will go on a pedal bike , or if not is there a decent case I could strap round my arm, that would protect my phone in case of rain/falls

how bout this one:

http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/bike-holder-for-desire-hd-p27530.htm

 

[Grant Barker]

how bout this one:

http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/bike-holder-for-desire-hd-p27530.htm

Very cool. I've been thinking about taking videos while cycling (both looking into the camera or the camera pointing forward) like this guy (fast forward to 2:09) and this looks to be just right for that. I also use a tpu case so I'm hoping it will also fit inside the frame.
Thanks.

 

[paul c]

Very cool. I've been thinking about taking videos while cycling (both looking into the camera or the camera pointing forward) like this guy (fast forward to 2:09) and this looks to be just right for that. I also use a tpu case so I'm hoping it will also fit inside the frame.
Thanks.

Getting slightly OT, but I think a camera mount on the helmet is the best bet for recording a trip, since it would point where you're looking (not where the handlebars are pointing) and bounce about much less.

Depends if it's road or mountain-biking I suppose...

On that point, I have often wondered about just how vulnerable a handlebar-mounted phone would be in the case of a fall: I have a feeling that beyond the shock of the fall, I don't think it would actually receive a direct impact, unless the fall was unusually spectacular. I've had a few and the stem-handlebar area doesn't seem to actually hit the ground.

I do wonder, though, on just how much vibration is healthy for a high end phone....

 

[Grant Barker]

Yeah the helmet cam is a good idea (like many skydivers use) but to be honest I don't wear a helmet or head gear.
The guy in the video has quite a few cycling vids (he's just almost finished crossing the States on his bike) and his cam stability is pretty good and tripod based. I don't mind the shaking and vibration or wind too much. I use a mountain bike and it wouldn't be serious stuff - just out and about sometimes. To be honest - the glare on the screen makes me imagine the experience to be not so brilliant when using the display - unless riding at night maybe - but the screen should time out otherwise the battery won't last long. I'm hoping the TPU case would add extra padding.

 

[erdinc]

Hi,

I have found this fits a little tighter and feel like the phone wont flop about http://www.buybits.com/product/9264.aspx it is only £20 in the UK and I found in my local store a voucher to get some money off. Might still work "TESCO 1" at the checkout bit.

Anyways decent mount have used it on a mountain bike for gps and no issues with the case or mount. just not tried it yet when wet.

Thanks for the link , just ordered one , Gonna try if can get it on my gastank pouch with velcro Now I need headphones with mic .. something like this http://stores.nextag.com/store/4788736/product/886312422/Cyber-Acoustics-OEM-AC any suggetions ? the mic must be with noise cancelling ...and one jack instead of 2

 

[DP4]

Hi,

I have found this fits a little tighter and feel like the phone wont flop about http://www.buybits.com/product/9264.aspx it is only £20 in the UK and I found in my local store a voucher to get some money off. Might still work "TESCO 1" at the checkout bit.

Anyways decent mount have used it on a mountain bike for gps and no issues with the case or mount. just not tried it yet when wet.

I got this on Tuesday and it works spot on. Feels very sturdy and secure attached to my bike, I can confirm it is indeed very waterproof as I got caught up in some horrible rain and when I got home the phone was bone dry.

 

[vincepg13]

Hi,

I have found this fits a little tighter and feel like the phone wont flop about http://www.buybits.com/product/9264.aspx it is only £20 in the UK and I found in my local store a voucher to get some money off. Might still work "TESCO 1" at the checkout bit.

Anyways decent mount have used it on a mountain bike for gps and no issues with the case or mount. just not tried it yet when wet.

Good find!

Sent from my Desire HD using XDA App

 

[drive7]

otterbox defender
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+1

This thing is bombproof.

 

[pwraggcan]

how bout this one:

http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/bike-holder-for-desire-hd-p27530.htm

Look on ebay for this one. It's WAY cheaper. I got one but it now for £6.

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[nm8]

Thanks for the link , just ordered one , Gonna try if can get it on my gastank pouch with velcro Now I need headphones with mic .. something like this http://stores.nextag.com/store/4788736/product/886312422/Cyber-Acoustics-OEM-AC any suggetions ? the mic must be with noise cancelling ...and one jack instead of 2

Why not try a bluetooth headset, and get a usb charger for the phone instead. Usb chargers can be bought from ebay.