iphone 5 handlebar mount / case

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Hi folks - anyone here able to recommend a mount for an iphone 5 thorugh which you can hear the speakers.

My old iPhone 4's Biologic mount was great, but sealed so tight I could not hear the speakers.

 

[uclown2002]

Why do you want to mount an expensive phone to the bike and expose it to the elements?

 

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Because it use its GPS function to track my mileage. And I never ride in the rain.I thought I was asking the questions here?

 

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I have been searching for an iphone 5 case. I have had a biologic case for my iphone 4 until the plastic screen broke.
I now have a wahoo fitness protector case with the extender battery, this is an excellent case but you need to plug in a speaker to hear sound. But for gps mapping and extended batter it's great. I would buy the same for iphone 5 but they don't have the same features and you can't plug a extra batter Ito it as it has no ports.

But I think I have now found the perfect iphone 5 protector case with an extender battery. I intend to plug in my dynamo cable into the extender battery and then this charges the iphone.
I have also managed to find a distributer for the uk.

http://cyclewiz.co.uk/charging-solutions/batteries?product_id=95



http://www.bike2power.com/bikeconsole-iphone-5-5s-rechargeable-weatherproof-bicycle-mount.html

It has some sealed holes that allow the sound to come through the case from the iphone 5 speakers.

Hope this helps you

 

[jack smith]

topeak is the best by far i have used, comes with a proper phone case that just clips onto your phone for everyday use, also includes a stem or bar mount and you simply clip your phone to the bike securely, the case also includes a rubber waterproof cover to protect it from dirt water and damage

 

[Nick Stone]

There an Australian brand that looks pretty smart, can't remember name but shows road bike holding well and I top cover for rain, though I'd have on all time over here, might be worth a google

 

[BRounsley]

I’ve just spied this post.
I’ve been using my iPhone as a cycle computer since the launch of the 3G (the first with GPS and open API). I’m currently using an iPhone5
I’ve used many cases over the years the first being a modified arm band before any dedicated cycle cases were launched. I’m still hunting for the elusive “perfect case”.
I’m currently using the Topeak Ride Case II. It’s pretty good. The things I don’t like are the plastic caddy is a bit of a pain (I like my phone naked when not on the bike) and if you put the waterproof cover on (which you are in the UK) it covers the lightening port. The plus is the stem cap mount is the best I’ve used.
If you do long rides you’re going to need the phone connected to an external battery and if the lightening port is covered then that’s a problem. I have workaround which is using the “Topeak Drybag” allowing me to run the power cable in and keep the phone waterproof (both fit the same stem mount).
There is a couple of more expensive option that I’ve looked at but never bough. These are BarFly and Lifeproof.

My “perfect case” would be:
Stem mount (like the Topeak Ride Case).
Waterproof
Glass screen
Easy to put the naked phone in and out (unlike the Lifeproof)
Lighting Port flap to connect a battery

Does anyone know of this unicorn case!

 

[jack smith]

Hi folks - anyone here able to recommend a mount for an iphone 5 thorugh which you can hear the speakers.

My old iPhone 4's Biologic mount was great, but sealed so tight I could not hear the speakers.

ive got a brand new still sealed topeak ride case mount set with bar/stem mounts waterproof cover and phone case included after £30

 

[JonUK4]

Can I recommend Quadlock. relatively expensive but it's rock solid and you can mount it anywhere on your bike. Also comes with a waterproof sleeve for the phone.

 

[Nick Stone]

Can I recommend Quadlock. relatively expensive but it's rock solid and you can mount it anywhere on your bike. Also comes with a waterproof sleeve for the phone.

That's the one, I couldn't think of the name. Are they any good? Like the look of but need it to be immovable should I tumble

 

[PlymSlimCyclist]

I have a Tigra Mount for my iPhone 4S, and it's brilliant.
I was a bit apprehensive to begin with, when we've had bad rain here, I began by putting it away, but then I got caught out in a sudden downpour and it's done fantastically.
It's stayed on my stem where ever I go, over potholes and all sorts.

Here's the link for where I bought mine from, I wouldn't touch any from eBay, as wanted genuine.
https://shop.londoncyclist.co.uk/products/tigra-iphone-bike-mount/

Oh, and the handy thing with it, is it lets me charge while it's in the case, which is a bonus now I'll be training and have an external backup battery to carry with me.

 

[Sara_H]

I have a Tigra Mount for my iPhone 4S, and it's brilliant.
I was a bit apprehensive to begin with, when we've had bad rain here, I began by putting it away, but then I got caught out in a sudden downpour and it's done fantastically.
It's stayed on my stem where ever I go, over potholes and all sorts.

Here's the link for where I bought mine from, I wouldn't touch any from eBay, as wanted genuine.
https://shop.londoncyclist.co.uk/products/tigra-iphone-bike-mount/

Oh, and the handy thing with it, is it lets me charge while it's in the case, which is a bonus now I'll be training and have an external backup battery to carry with me.

Is yours the powerplus version?

 

[PlymSlimCyclist]

Is yours the powerplus version?

No Sara. I think that one came out after I'd placed my order, which was a shame.

Mine has the ability to charge while on a ride, which is what I've done recently, placed a portable battery in a stem-bag, and charged the phone while on the ride, worked a treat, and kept the phone topped up.
I am looking to upgrade to a Garmin at some point this year though (probably new year), which should remove the need for carrying my phone on the stem, and lightens it up.
However, it is handy when calls come in, just in case it's important and I do need to stop (my phone is normally on silent).

 

[Sara_H]

No Sara. I think that one came out after I'd placed my order, which was a shame.

Mine has the ability to charge while on a ride, which is what I've done recently, placed a portable battery in a stem-bag, and charged the phone while on the ride, worked a treat, and kept the phone topped up.
I am looking to upgrade to a Garmin at some point this year though (probably new year), which should remove the need for carrying my phone on the stem, and lightens it up.
However, it is handy when calls come in, just in case it's important and I do need to stop (my phone is normally on silent).

Thanks for that. I'm wanting to use mine with the bike hub app as I'm apalling following maps.

The power plus model reviews aren't as good as the standard model, quite a few complaints about the mount not working well, so maybe you method is better any way.

Which portable battery do you use?

 

[PlymSlimCyclist]

Thanks for that. I'm wanting to use mine with the bike hub app as I'm apalling following maps.

The power plus model reviews aren't as good as the standard model, quite a few complaints about the mount not working well, so maybe you method is better any way.

Which portable battery do you use?

I've not yet started using maps, mainly because I know the routes I'm taking, and hardly go offroad. But when I am unsure, I familiarize myself using Googlemaps before leaving and on my phone (been lost once, to find my sisters new house haha!)

The model I have has been worked on and made a lot better, I believe it's now 100% waterproof, however mine sits on the stem on a slight decline, which means most rain water runs off the bottom nicely.
Not yet had any damage to the phone (I'm not contracted, I bought my iPhone from Apple) so I do my best to keep it safe.

The battery I bought was an Anker 12000mAh model (I believe, can confirm later for you), cost £35 from Amazon, and it charges by a shake, not a button, saving the hassle of the button being accidentally depressed etc.
Plus, the shake also shows how much battery is left.
I've since left the battery in my stem bag, within a bag to help keep it dry.