Smartphone holder for the top tube?
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Smartphone holder for the top tube?
Hi.
Does anyone have recommendation for a top-tube mountable smartphone holder? I see a lot of holders mountable onto the handlebars or the stem, and I see a lot of smartphone cases that can be attached to the top tube, but none that fits my description. I don't want to attach my smartphone on the handlebars or the stem, but I also don't want a protective case. I want to be able to touch my phone directly.
Any suggestions would be appreciated.
Does anyone have recommendation for a top-tube mountable smartphone holder? I see a lot of holders mountable onto the handlebars or the stem, and I see a lot of smartphone cases that can be attached to the top tube, but none that fits my description. I don't want to attach my smartphone on the handlebars or the stem, but I also don't want a protective case. I want to be able to touch my phone directly.
Any suggestions would be appreciated.
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Bad example
The Quad Lock setup should mount on a frame tube, and the face of the phone is accessible as long as you put only the back case on it.
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Thanks! I took a quick look at the Quad Lock. Looks like I'd have to buy their universal adaptor since they don't sell a case for my phone (Pixel 2). I'll ask them (through Amazon) if the adaptor will adhere to my Spigen Rugged Armor case.
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I use the quad lock. I also asked them about my case (ballistic) which is slightly curved and has dimples. They said NO because it was NOT perfectly flat and smooth. I went ahead anyway and took my chances. It has adhered very well. In fact I have moved it from case to case over time by purchasing some 3M VHB double sided tape. The quad loc is a good system. They have a competitor (name?) sold on Amazon which is very similar and has some different holders and mounts.
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I love my Quad Lock. I should have bought it sooner.
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I use the quad lock. I also asked them about my case (ballistic) which is slightly curved and has dimples. They said NO because it was NOT perfectly flat and smooth. I went ahead anyway and took my chances. It has adhered very well. In fact I have moved it from case to case over time by purchasing some 3M VHB double sided tape. The quad loc is a good system. They have a competitor (name?) sold on Amazon which is very similar and has some different holders and mounts.
Thanks again!
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I've had good luck with the Nite Ize Handleband.
Haven't lost a phone yet, but I did have one stolen
(that is, I lost the Handleband, not the phone).
Handleband - Universal Smartphone Bar Mount
I use it on the stem, but I don't see why it woudn't work on a reasonably sized Top Tube.
It is designed to offset slightly, but probably not enough to cause issues with the TT.
Haven't lost a phone yet, but I did have one stolen
(that is, I lost the Handleband, not the phone).
Handleband - Universal Smartphone Bar Mount
I use it on the stem, but I don't see why it woudn't work on a reasonably sized Top Tube.
It is designed to offset slightly, but probably not enough to cause issues with the TT.
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I've had good luck with the Nite Ize Handleband.
Haven't lost a phone yet, but I did have one stolen
(that is, I lost the Handleband, not the phone).
Handleband - Universal Smartphone Bar Mount
I use it on the stem, but I don't see why it woudn't work on a reasonably sized Top Tube.
It is designed to offset slightly, but probably not enough to cause issues with the TT.
Haven't lost a phone yet, but I did have one stolen
(that is, I lost the Handleband, not the phone).
Handleband - Universal Smartphone Bar Mount
I use it on the stem, but I don't see why it woudn't work on a reasonably sized Top Tube.
It is designed to offset slightly, but probably not enough to cause issues with the TT.
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Nonetheless, a few details inevitably end up under the bands.
I have tried the less substantial corner mount rubber holders, and the one I had flung my phone onto the street, and I decided that it wasn't worth it.
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I play games like Ingress and Pokémon GO on my smartphone, both of which require access to the entire screen for various operations. Just to be clear, I don't play while moving. :-)
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Handle bar and stem
I mount the quadlock on bars and stem. Depends on the bike. It's easy to move from bike to bike. Never had an issue with vibration or shock.
i was concerned with the silicone o-rings holding the base tightly enough to smaller diameter bars. So I wrap the bare bar section with old inner tube strips and use another strip in place of o-rings. It's very secure.
i was concerned with the silicone o-rings holding the base tightly enough to smaller diameter bars. So I wrap the bare bar section with old inner tube strips and use another strip in place of o-rings. It's very secure.
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The stem mount can be used on a handlebar. It's good, but it requires two hands to remove the phone. You can move it fairly easily from bike to bike, but you have to pry the rubber band on and off. And you may need a different size rubber band for each bike. It comes with a few, but they're hard to keep track of.
The Out Front mount is excellent. You need a 3mm allen key, and once it's on, it's as solid as anything. It requires only one hand to remove the phone. For some reason, I don't like it so much for moving from bike to bike. You can use it on a handlebar, but I don't think it works on a stem.
I have one of each.
If there isn't a Quad Lock case for your phone, you can glue a universal adapter to a case you choose.
The Out Front mount is excellent. You need a 3mm allen key, and once it's on, it's as solid as anything. It requires only one hand to remove the phone. For some reason, I don't like it so much for moving from bike to bike. You can use it on a handlebar, but I don't think it works on a stem.
I have one of each.
If there isn't a Quad Lock case for your phone, you can glue a universal adapter to a case you choose.
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I like the Nite Ize. I don't use the phone all that much so it is easy on and off. I have wireless charging so I can't mount anything on the back of my phone. This works when I need it.
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I mount the quadlock on bars and stem. Depends on the bike. It's easy to move from bike to bike. Never had an issue with vibration or shock.
i was concerned with the silicone o-rings holding the base tightly enough to smaller diameter bars. So I wrap the bare bar section with old inner tube strips and use another strip in place of o-rings. It's very secure.
i was concerned with the silicone o-rings holding the base tightly enough to smaller diameter bars. So I wrap the bare bar section with old inner tube strips and use another strip in place of o-rings. It's very secure.
The stem mount can be used on a handlebar. It's good, but it requires two hands to remove the phone. You can move it fairly easily from bike to bike, but you have to pry the rubber band on and off. And you may need a different size rubber band for each bike. It comes with a few, but they're hard to keep track of.
The Out Front mount is excellent. You need a 3mm allen key, and once it's on, it's as solid as anything. It requires only one hand to remove the phone. For some reason, I don't like it so much for moving from bike to bike. You can use it on a handlebar, but I don't think it works on a stem.
If there isn't a Quad Lock case for your phone, you can glue a universal adapter to a case you choose.
The Out Front mount is excellent. You need a 3mm allen key, and once it's on, it's as solid as anything. It requires only one hand to remove the phone. For some reason, I don't like it so much for moving from bike to bike. You can use it on a handlebar, but I don't think it works on a stem.
If there isn't a Quad Lock case for your phone, you can glue a universal adapter to a case you choose.
I'm leaning towards getting the "Out Front" mount as it allows you to position the phone over the stem as well. OTOH, the stem mount doesn't seem to work on a handlebar.
Since they don't make a case for my phone (Pixel 2), I will go for the universal adaptor.
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@daihard, the stem mount will work on a handlebar. The Out Front mount might work over a stem, but maybe not in all cases. You should consider the rain case. I think it's called the Shower Cap. I don't have it and think I want it. When it's raining, I put my phone in my pocket. Oh, it might not fit your phone.
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@daihard, the stem mount will work on a handlebar. The Out Front mount might work over a stem, but maybe not in all cases. You should consider the rain case. I think it's called the Shower Cap. I don't have it and think I want it. When it's raining, I put my phone in my pocket. Oh, it might not fit your phone.
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B0171AQO...v_ov_lig_dp_it
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I use the QuadLock out front mount with iPhone 5s or iPhone 6 and very happy with it. I use it in landscape mode
The cover for the rain is called the Poncho I think. It is part of the package usually. Good when raining. Can still touch the screen but need more pressure.
It is very robust and the case is quite flat so I can leave it on my phone all the time.
A bit expensive but I definitely recommend.
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The cover for the rain is called the Poncho I think. It is part of the package usually. Good when raining. Can still touch the screen but need more pressure.
It is very robust and the case is quite flat so I can leave it on my phone all the time.
A bit expensive but I definitely recommend.
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Does anyone have a pic of what the phone case for the Outfront looks like? In particular the back of it? I'm intrigued, but that seems to be a secret on their website....
Thanks!
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Thanks!
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Topeak RIDECASE MOUNT (WITH 1-1/8" STEM CAP) - ART NO: TC1021
topeak.com/global/de/products/ridecase-replacement-kit/532-ridecase-mount-(with-1-1-8%22-stem-cap)
topeak.com/global/en/products/ridecase
topeak.com/global/en/products/ridecase
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That looks nice! I'll definitely take a look - especially since I've still been undecided.
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