May 29, 2013
Revolutionary Mudguard On Its Way
As an online retailer of innovative cycle gear and accessories, we are always on the look out for new products that will capture people’s attention and create appeal. We are constantly trying to bring new and exciting bicycle accessories to New Zealand. For consumers, buying wicked accessories for bikes from abroad is not always overly appealing because of the cost of shipping. That’s where Bells and Whistles comes in.
The latest bike accessory on our list of must-haves is the Plume Mudguard. This is a recoiling bicycle mudguard that is built from resilient stainless steel. It simply rolls out into a firm, well-shaped bicycle mudguard and rolls back into a small circle that sits snugly behind your seat post. We have already established supply agreement so will be able to bring these to you in the next few months.
By Dave Manville
May 2, 2013
New Plymouth District Council Add MonkeyLectric Lights to Fleet of Bikes
Of all of Bells and Whistles’ range of urban bike accessories, it is the MonkeyLectric lights that have caught the eye the most. New Plymouth District Council is one of several major New Zealand organizations that have identified MonkeyLectric bicycle wheel lights as the sensible and logical means to improving what has up until now been non-existent – side visibility for bicycles. They have selected the M210 from our bike store range, the smallest of the Monkey lights and NPDC members can now be seen riding the streets at night or during the early hours of the morning with much needed added visibility. What’s more, they’re having fun doing it.
By Dave Manville
March 19, 2013
Get 360° Visibility with The Halo Belt
Bells and Whistles prides itself on introducing the latest in revolutionary urban bike accessories to the NZ and overseas market. The Halo Belt has just arrived and we are very excited about it. Designed to provide 360 degree visibility, the Halo belt can be threaded through your trousers or simply clipped around your waist. It is designed with a classic backpack clip. Versatility is a great feature of this waterproof LED light, allowing cyclists to wear it over the shoulder or clipped around your backpack. The choice is yours. Made in the US, this LED light is designed to fit most waist sizes and comes with 3 different modes. Check out this video!
By Dave Manville
February 26, 2013
Mirrycle Bells Arrive for Road Cyclists & Mountain Bikers
On the back of much demand for smaller bicycle bells, Bells and Whistles has added the full range of Mirrycle Incredibell Original bike bells to its online catalogue. There has always been a need for bells on all bicycles but up until now there has been nothing out there that is small enough that doesn’t stand out like dog’s bullocks and gets in the way. The Incredibell Original is available in brass, silver and black and its the later of these that is proving popular with riders looking for something that blends in with their black handlebars. Made in Japan, these bike bells are quality made, easy to install, don’t ding by themselves when you ride and they let out an ideal non-offensive, yet effective sound.
By Dave Manville
February 24, 2013
Protect your Mobile Devices While You Ride With Sealline eCases
Most commuter cyclists ride with a back pack on and often we keep our phones and other mobile devices in them. Most of us have been caught out by a sudden shower and suddenly thought “oh s**t, I hope my cellphone is not getting wet”. Cyclists often go for the supermarket bag option as a means to protection but we all know that this isn’t the greatest option. Now you can slide your phone into the Sealline eCase 8, one of the top iPhone waterproof cases on the market. Alternatively, you can pop a variety of mobile devices into the larger Sealline eCase 20. These wonderful cases can be submersible in a metre of water for up to an hour, preventing your precious devices from getting wet. Best of all, you can still operate them (talk and scroll) whilst in their cases.
By Dave Manville
February 13, 2013
The M232 Has Landed!
Bells and Whistles has today received its first shipment of MonkeyLectric M232 bike wheel lights. Boasting 48 awesome themes and 32 ultra bright full colour LEDs (16 on each side), the M232 is set to light up New Zealand streets this winter. Cycle lights simply don’t get any better than this.
By Dave Manville
November 3, 2012
Bells & Whistles Light Up Little Big Markets in Mount Maunganui
We just made our first appearance at a market and got a superb response from locals. The Little Big Markets is held on the first Saturday of every month and features 150 stands. The Bells and Whistles stand attracted a lot of interest, much of which was generated by our new bicycle 6 pack beer holder, which was mounted on one of our fixed gear bikes, as well as the new Bells and Whistles bicycle coffee cup and holder on a cruiser bike. Our stand featured our complete range of bicycle bells, the Ass Saver, bike locks, Knog blinder bicycle lights and GripRings bicycle and scooter grips. The Dringdring and Crane bells were our best sellers and will most likely be next month as well being the month of Christmas.
By Dave Manville
September 2, 2012
Bells & Whistles Sponsors 20km Charity Bike Ride in Tauranga
Bells and Whistles recently sponsored a range of bike accessories for a 20km bike ride promoting awareness for Multiple Sclerosis. The ride started in central Tauranga and the route included estuaries and various gravel tracks, taking in beautiful views along the way. The accessories for bikes we gave away included bike lights, locks, handlebar grips and bells. Here is us listed as a sponsor http://www.touroftauranga.co.nz/index.php/prizes
By Dave Manville
August 29, 2012
Bells & Whistles & MonkeyLectric spoke lights on TVNZ Breakfast Show
Having your company mentioned and your products talked about on prime time morning TV for free is extremely rare no matter which country you live in. Online bike store Bells and Whistles sells a limited, yet quality range of bicycle lights, one of which is the MonkeyLectric spoke lights. This bike light was the topic of conversation as discussed by John Buckley and Petra Bagust on August 29, 2012. Advertising doesn’t get any better than this. Check it out here http://tvnz.co.nz/breakfast-news/wednesday-aug-29-5050774/video?vid=5051001
By Dave Manville
August 29, 2012
The Gadget Guy Talks MonkeyLectric
Recently Bells and Whistles was lucky enough to have John Buckley review our top selling MonkeyLectric spoke bike lights. He plays the role of The Gadget Guy on TVNZ’s breakfast show every couple of weeks, where he talks about the latest in innovative technology. The Gadget Guy was not only kind enough to discuss our spoke lights on TV for free, but he also added a post about our bike lights and other lights here http://thegadgetguy.co.nz/2012/08/29/let-there-be-light-latest-led-lighting-technology/.
August 12, 2012
MonkeyLectric Lights Hit Wellington
It’s little surprise that the MonkeyLectric M210 has range of urban bicycle accessories has been well received by the cycle community in Wellington. All of our accessories are a combination of cool, fun and practical and we hope to bring Wellington the rest of New Zealand more and more great products. We’ve had a lot of people come to us through here. Go Wellies!
