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U-CLEAR HBC100 Bluetooth Communicator
UClear HBC 100 Bluetooth Communicator The World's 1st Boomless mike Helmet Communicator. UClear HBC100 is developed with patented Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Technology to filter out wind noise and ambient noise from the sound that motorcycles produce. Equipped with Class 2 Bluetooth V2.1 technology, UClear allows riders to enjoy Hifi Stereo music with Audio/ Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) and Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP) . Using Array microphones technology embedded into the earphones, It eliminates the need of a boom mike which has to be placed near or close to the lips for good communication. U-Clear HBC 100 Intercom Features Make mobile phone calls Listen and wirelessly control your music Voice Command call pickup (Say Pickup or Hello) Helmet to helmet intercom Auto loudness adjustment Patented Digital Signal Processing (DSP) technology Unique wind filtering technique effective up to 238KM/h Concealed microphones, does not require boom microphones Ruggedized weather resistant design Powerful speakers ensure clarity under noisy conditions UClear is designed to be splash, rain, dust and snow resistant Hassle free installation DSP Algorithm Features Adaptive beam forming technology, noise suppression and echo cancellation Intelligent sweet spot, directed towards speaker's voice Detected speech signal enhancement Environment and background noise cancellation Bluetooth profiles supported Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Intercom Profile Kit includes Kit includes HBC 100 Control Unit 2 Velcro mounted stereo headset speakers with embedded microphones Clip style and double sided tape metal mounting brackets 100 volt AC charger and USB charging cable Optional Audio Kit includes all parts needed to mount the HBC 100 control unit to another helmet (speakers and helmet mounts) General Specifications Talk time up to 10 hours Standby time Up to 2 weeks Battery type Rechargeable Li-Po Charging time 2 hours Bluetooth design Version 2.1, class 2 (EDR) Design type Rain and snow resistant Operating temperature 14F (-10C) to 140F (60C)
Overall rating
Can you hear me now?
PostedJune 5, 2012
sightseer415
From San Francisco
State:CA
Rider Type:Commuter
Age:25-34
Gender:male
Bang for the Buck
3
/
5
Ease of Install
5
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5
Durability
4
/
5
Sound Clarity
4
/
5
Ease of Use
3
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5
I've had a the HBC100 for a few weeks now and have to admit that I don't know how I went for longer rides on weekends without it. When it's not used as a BT headset to answer calls (with relatively solid clarity... most of the time, people can't tell it's a headset IN a helmet ON a motorcycle GOING 80, but some people have said reported a speakerphone-esque quality on the other side), I use it more frequently to connect to Pandora or Spotify on the iphone in my jacket pocket. How's the music sound quality? Decent, but that's a good thing. I imagine that if it was too good, I would have it at a level that could be less than safe. For use as part of an intercom system however, it shines. No complaints whatsoever.
Ease of install? both hardware and software (pairing) is super easy.
Value? It could be much much better. It's pricey for a unit that has incredibly hard buttons to find using gloves and then to press them to recognize input. That said, it's better than any other BT helmet headset I've tried to date and losing the boom isn't anything to shake a finger at.
Overall, it's a solid product.
Rides: 2004 Suzuki GSX-R600
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Rapid Transit Recon 19 Magnetic Tank Bag Wind and water resistant 1000D nylon construction Scratchguard rubberized contact fabric Magnetic mounting system Integrated tank protector Backpack convertible Hydration Ready Audio Ready System Map window Cell phone storage Eyewear storage Rain cover Reflective stripe Note In RevZilla's experience, this tank bag does not fit 2006 CBR600RR, ZX10R tanks or bikes with platic gas tanks.
Overall rating
Utilitarian and great at it
PostedMay 22, 2012
sightseer415
From San Francisco
State:CA
Rider Type:Commuter
Age:25-34
Gender:male
Bang for the Buck
4
/
5
Ease of Install
5
/
5
Performance
4
/
5
Finish
4
/
5
Durability
5
/
5
Great bag at doing what it's supposed to: 1. carry stuff, 2. provide easy access to things like change/sunglasses/hydration pack/extras, 3. be portable off the bike, 4. be durable, and 5. hold on for dear life.
It really is great. It isn't the most modern or fashionable or lightest bag out there, but it does its job well (I've had it completely filled with a laptop, one change of clothes, and random stuff in the side pockets - going highway speeds - and arrived at my destination with not even an inch of shift). I think the other reviewers do a great job with the features so I won't go into that, but I did want to mention: despite the non-scratch high-tack rubbery material on the tank contact space, it does still seem to take some wear off my tank. I noticed it a fews rides after I had washed and waxed the bike. But this is easily remedied by just continuing to take care of your ride with a little TLC. I definitely recommend it if you need a tank bag.
FYI - my FasTrak pass fits and registers perfectly from the sunglass pocket at the forward end of the bag.
FYI - my FasTrak pass fits and registers perfectly from the sunglass pocket at the forward end of the bag.
Rides: 2004 Suzuki GSX-R600
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Icon Reign Waterproof Boots One more product to walk out of our foul-weather development center. The Reign boot's easy access and low profile design make it an excellent choice for the daily commute or long distance travel. Rugged waterproof YKK zippers make entry and exit a snap (actually a zip). The waterproof and breathable interior mean your feet stay cool and dry even when it's neither cool nor dry outside. Protection comes by the way of durable leather and a ballistic nylon upper mated with injection molded shin and ankle plates. The lowers feature an axialmetric steel shank along with slip-resistant high friction outsoles. Even with all of these features, we still managed to make them so lightweight and comfortable you may just want to wear them year 'round. Features Durable leather and ballistic nylon upper 100 waterproof seam sealed construction Waterproof and breathable inner lining Injection molded shin and ankle plates Rubber shift interface ribs High friction Icon outsoles Axialmetric steel shank Footpeg interface arch YKK waterproof zippers
Overall rating
Solid, dependable, and definitely waterproof
PostedMay 20, 2012
sightseer415
From San Francisco
State:CA
Rider Type:Commuter
Age:25-34
Gender:male
Bang for the Buck
4
/
5
Style
4
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5
Comfort
3
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5
Protection & Durability
5
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5
Air Flow
1
/
5
Features
4
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5
The ICON reigns are great waterproof boots for when you need to keep your feet both safe and dry. That said, the only drawback of these boots are in that they're a little less low profile, vent/airflow-absent, and do take a little getting used to for the new-stiffness and weight. If what you need is a set of boots for commuting or for riding in conditions similar to Seattle or Portland, OR, then it's a no brainer. As usual, Revzilla rocks.
Rides: 2004 Suzuki GSX-R600
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Rapid Transit Recon 19 Magnetic Tank Bag Wind and water resistant 1000D nylon construction Scratchguard rubberized contact fabric Magnetic mounting system Integrated tank protector Backpack convertible Hydration Ready Audio Ready System Map window Cell phone storage Eyewear storage Rain cover Reflective stripe Note In RevZilla's experience, this tank bag does not fit 2006 CBR600RR, ZX10R tanks or bikes with platic gas tanks.
Can you put a 13 inch computer in it?
Depends on the format of your computer (more widescreen, possibly). I have a 12.1 widescreen lenovo that fits just right at the bottom of the bag (and actually, right into the pocket that is supposed to hold the bladder), but then again my laptop battery does stick out a bit so it's closer to being a 13". Worth checking out though.
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