Bicycle stem with integrated device mount

Abstract

Bicycle stem for connecting a bicycle handlebar to a head tube, characterized by that the stem (1) has integrated mounting devices (2) for electronic devices, such as bicycle computers, cameras, lighting devices, mobile phones or sensors, wherein the mounting devices are designed to accommodate adapter plates (3) which are designed in particular according to common mounting standards, such as the Garmin or Wahoo standard. (See, for example, Fig. 2 (side view) with adapter plate (3) and electronic devices (5) inserted and Fig. 3 (perspective) with adapter plate (3) inserted without electronic devices)

Description

1. Technical field

[0001] The invention relates to a bicycle stem for connecting a bicycle handlebar to a head tube, wherein the stem has integrated mounting devices for electronic devices, such as GPS bicycle computers, lighting devices, or cameras. The invention also extends to integral embodiments in which the stem and handlebar are formed as a single piece. 2. State of the art

[0002] Conventional bicycle stems do not have an integrated device for attaching accessories.

[0003] Mounts for devices like Garmin or Wahoo are usually attached to the handlebars afterwards, which impairs aerodynamics and results in a messy appearance. 3. Object of the invention

[0004] The purpose of the invention is to provide a front end with an integrated device mount, enabling an aerodynamic and visually appealing solution without requiring additional external mounts. 4. Solution

[0005] This task is solved by a bicycle stem that has an integrated mount for adapter plates (e.g. Garmin or Wahoo mounting standard) in the lower front area.

[0006] The device is either cast or milled directly into the front section or integrated as a clip-on mounting surface. 5. Advantages of the invention • Reduction of external components on the handlebars • Improved aerodynamics and unified design • Compatibility with existing adapter standards • No additional assembly required - ready to use immediately • Especially suitable for high-end racing bikes and integrated cockpits 6. Drawings and examples of implementation

[0007] The attached images show different perspectives of the stem with and without the adapter mount. In particular, it is evident how the mount is geometrically integrated into the stem body. • Fig. 1: Overall view of the bicycle stem • Fig. 2: Side view with adapter plate and electronic device inserted • Fig. 3: Perspective view with adapter plate inserted, without electronic device • Fig. 4: Front section and handlebars made in one piece Reference symbol list 1. Front 2 Integrated recording device 3 adapter plates 4. One-piece stem and handlebar 5 Electronic devices

Claims

[1] Bicycle stem for connecting a bicycle handlebar to a head tube, characterized by , that the stem (1) has integrated mounting devices (2) for electronic devices, such as bicycle computers, cameras, lighting devices, mobile phones or sensors, wherein the mounting devices are designed to accommodate adapter plates (3) which are designed in particular according to common mounting standards, such as the Garmin or Wahoo standard. (See example) Fig. 2 (side view) with inserted adapter plates (3) and electronic devices (5) and Fig. 3 (perspective) with inserted adapter plates (3) without electronic devices) [2] Bicycle stem according to claim 1, characterized by , that the stem and handlebars are formed as one piece (4). [3] Bicycle stem according to one of the preceding claims, characterized bythat the receiving devices (2) are arranged to be interchangeable, adjustable or rotatable. [4] Bicycle stem according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that the recording devices are adjustable in tilt or position. [5] Bicycle stem according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that the adapter plate is mounted with springs or vibration damping. [6] Bicycle stem according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that the electrical devices are powered via a power supply integrated into the front section.

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