Check out the newest additions from Garmin that will make cycling much safer

Garmin Malaysia has launched the Tacx Neo Bike Plus, an advanced indoor smart bike designed for realistic riding experiences from the comfort of home. The brand has also launched the Varia RCT715, a cutting-edge rearview radar with a built-in camera and tail light, aimed at enhancing cyclists’ safety and confidence on the road, day or night.

The Indoor Smart Bike

The Tacx Neo Bike Plussmart bike offers a quiet ride with accurate metrics for power, speed, and cadence, ensuring precision even during intense sprints. Fully adjustable to mimic outdoor bike fits, it accommodates multiple users within a household.

Designed for stability and silence, the Tacx Neo Bike Plus includes adjustable components such as crank lengths and seatposts, ensuring a personalised fit. It integrates a 4.5-inch display, USB chargers, and connectivity options for smartphones, tablets, and Garmin Edge cycling computers.

With access to over 250 immersive videos via the Tacx Training app, cyclists can enhance their indoor training experience with structured workouts, live challenges, and detailed performance analysis through Garmin Connect.

The Rearview Radar

Mr. Scoppen Lin from Garmin Asia highlights the Varia RCT715’s role in improving cyclist awareness and safety, noting its ability to alert riders of approaching vehicles up to 140 metres away through visual and audible signals. The tail light enhances visibility, visible from a mile away, further ensuring cyclists’ presence is noticed by drivers.

The Varia RCT715 integrates seamlessly with Garmin Edge cycling computers, smartwatches, and the Varia app, allowing cyclists to view rearview radar notifications overlaid on maps via compatible third-party apps like Ride with GPS.