# ORB

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## Posts

- [Orb Mk II Kickstarter Funded!](https://orb.bike/orb-mk-ii-kickstarter-funded/): New year, new lights! Thank you all so much for your support, we reached our funding goal around 24 hours ahead of target and never looked back. It’s a very obvious statement, but we couldn’t have done it without everyone who backed the project! Now the hard work starts, we have to finalise the design and get everything ready for manufacture. This isn’t our first rodeo, so we’ll be working hard to avoid all of the normal manufacturing bear traps, but there will doubtless still be setbacks along the way.  We will do our best to keep all the backers […]
- [Why the Orb Zeppo v.8 is the bike you need for your winter commute](https://orb.bike/why-the-orb-zeppo-v-8-is-the-bike-you-need-for-your-winter-commute/): 1. You can get it on the Cycle to Work scheme via the Green Commute Initiative We have joined forces with the Green Commute Initiative (GCI) – an industry-leading cycle-to-work scheme. Unlike all the other schemes, with GCI you are not limited to the government-set limit of £1000. You hire the bike from your employer for a 12-month period and at the end of this period, you are loaned the bike free of charge for a further five years. Once this expires, you can purchase the bike for £1 from GCI. Find out more here. 2. It has mudguards. Need […]
- [Orb and the Climate](https://orb.bike/orb-and-the-climate/): Imagine if you ate all of someone’s apples, and then said to them ‘It’s okay, I planted an apple tree for you’. They would look at you like you were insane.  Well, this is what we are doing with the majority of carbon offset. It might take decades for a tree to produce apples, and it will definitely take decades for trees planted now to lock up carbon that is emitted today. Check out what Greenpeace has to say about standard carbon offsetting here. Because we have left it too late to start thinking about climate change, the planet is […]
- [Bealach na Ba by Zeppo](https://orb.bike/bealach-na-ba-by-zeppo/): Bealach na Ba is a climb that has long been on my radar. An old cattle drover’s route over the Applecross Peninsula, and now famous as the longest open road climb in the UK, it’s over 1,000km and 12+ hours drive north of London.
- [Couch to Commute](https://orb.bike/couch-to-commute/): Dreading going back to the daily commute? Return to work a healthier, lower carbon person! There are a few common factors that stop people from jumping on the bicycle to commute and hopefully we can help you start on the right foot. Right now is (or should be…) the best time of year to start, as the summer is much more forgiving than winter for those new to the daily ride in and out. It might be a little sweatier right now, but trust us, you’ll prefer it to the icy rain. Find a good route The best route to […]
- [Five tips for buying a bike](https://orb.bike/five-tips-for-buying-a-bike/): If you know me, you know I live and breathe bikes. That’s why I’m a lot of people’s first port of call for advice on buying one. Most of the bikes I get shown are totally unsuited to the job they will spend 90% of their lives doing. It’s like showing a pair of ice-skates to a friend who works in the shoe industry, and asking for their opinion. Great if the Thames freezes over, but otherwise not much good on your commute to work. Some bikes can do a bit of everything, some are very specific, so: 1. Work […]
- [These are the Droids you're looking for](https://orb.bike/these-are-the-droids-youre-looking-for/): I was explaining the concept of our new Droid anti-theft lights to a sceptical fellow cyclist, and all he could say to me was “I’ve never had any lights stolen”. Sure. Most people probably haven’t. I only had one question for him – how many times had he actually left his lights on his bike? Never. Think about that, fiddling with his lights to get them on and off every time he went into a shop. Every time he stopped to meet friends for a drink.  And what about all the times he’d been caught without lights I asked? Those […]
- [Winter is coming - tips for the road](https://orb.bike/winter-is-coming-tips-for-the-road/): With the weather changing fast, we asked ultra running guru (and now cycling convert) Robbie Britton for his tips on riding through the winter.  Layer up. Or down. You choose. As autumn and winter really set in, so does the mismanagement of layers by cyclists. It’s a proven fact* that no one gets their clothing right on the first winter cycle of the year. Setting off in the cold with that new insulated jacket, the first hill has you sweating, but as soon as you start descending again, all that heat is gone and your toes are cold. Keep this […]
- [The Orb quick guide to bike lights](https://orb.bike/bike-lights-guide/): If you’re new to the world of cycling, or even if you just have better things to think about, buying any kind of accessory for your bike can be confusing and lights are no exception. We’ve written a quick list to help guide you through the jargon and get to the core of some of the things you should be thinking about. 1.sSee or be seen The first thing to consider is what are you going to use your light for. Do you need to see the road, or is it about other road users seeing you? Some of you […]
- [Two Volcano Sprint - Team Orb race report](https://orb.bike/two-volcano-sprint-team-orb-race-report/): The skin on my hip has regrown, and my fingers have regained enough sensation to type almosjt normally, which I guess means it’s time for me to get round to my Two Volcano Sprint write-up. 2vs is a brand new race of 1097km – short for an ultra race, but with almost impossible amounts of climbing, 24,000m (equivalent to about 2.7 ascents of Everest). This was my first ever ultra-endurance race, and whilst I’m used to cycling a long way by normal standards (200+km in a day has been fine for a few years now), I had never broken the […]
- [British GQ - Orb of the Year](https://orb.bike/british-gq-orb-of-the-year/)
- [Coolest Cycling Safety Tech - ProViz](https://orb.bike/coolest-cycling-safety-tech-proviz/): Great to be featured in ProViz’s coolest cycling tech! Check out the full article here: https://www.provizsports.com.au/blog/coolest-cycle-safety-tech/
- [Rob Gardiner - 7 Days 17 Countries](https://orb.bike/rob-gardiner-7-days-17-countries/): As those of you who have been following his progress will know, (Team Orb’s) Rob Gardiner is currently attempting to break the record for the most countries cycled through in 7 days. I caught up with him just after dinner, as he was settling into a Serbian mountain pass for his pudding. Press play on the audio above to hear directly from the man himself… Answers have been edited for brevity, clarity, and (most importantly) your entertainment… Q. What has been the best kilometer of your ride, and what has been the worst? A. Any one of the kilometers up the […]
- [Message in a bottle - The Orb in NITP](https://orb.bike/message-in-a-bottle-the-orb-in-nitp/): Here’s a preview of Liam’s review of The Orb in Not in the Peloton. If you want to get to the part where he concludes it’s ugly (but ultimately good) check out the full article at: https://www.notinthepeloton.com/theorb-review Continued at https://www.notinthepeloton.com/theorb-review 
- [The Orb hits the Evening Standard - Let There Be Light!](https://orb.bike/the-orb-hits-the-evening-standard-let-there-be-light/): The Orb hit the press in the London Evening Standard after correspondent Katie Strick road-tested it on the dark and wet roads of London. Some highlights for you below, but you can check out the full article at: https://www.standard.co.uk/tech/winter-cycling-kit-light-a3984211.html 
- [New Year, New You, New Bike?](https://orb.bike/new-year-new-you-new-bike/): As the festive period subsides and the threat of gout with it, it’s time to reflect, eat vegetables, and think about organising your life for the New Year. But first off, you’re going to have to purge some of the unnecessary consumer goods which ended up under your tree. The most useless thing anyone has ever bought me for Christmas is a spaghetti portion measurer. I know how much spaghetti I need, it comes portioned for two. If you’re alone, use half (or a little more if peckish). But what if I was the kind of person who really wanted […]
- [12 things to get your cyclist this Christmas](https://orb.bike/12-things-to-get-your-cyclist-this-christmas/): First, a couple of disclaimers… Starting with the fact that this list doesn’t contain 12 things. I got to 11 and gave up. Second, this is not really a list of 12 things you should actually buy anyone else. It’s more like 12 things you should buy me (don’t get me another Orb though, I’ve got enough). Thirdly, I have an extremely vested interest, and finally I am terrible at Christmas shopping. Now with all that in mind, on with the list: 1. The Orb (shock), £39.99 https://orb.bike/about-the-orb/ Did you know that ⅓ serious accidents occur from the side? Probably […]
- [Espana in the works](https://orb.bike/espana-in-the-works/): I was recently given a copy of the July edition of Procycling magazine which focused, heavily and (with retrospect) hilariously, on predictions for this year’s Tour de France. Of three journalists’ “expert opinions”, two bet on a podium topped by Nairo Quintana and followed by Roman Bardet. Tom Dumoulin wasn’t mentioned at all (how?!), and Geraint Thomas’ name came up in passing as a rider just about capable of padding out the top 10 (on a good day). So if we’ve learnt anything from watching cycling this year, it is that you really should not try to predict the outcome […]
- [Five Nations Bikepacking](https://orb.bike/five-nations-bikepacking/): With the Transcontinental having just finished, and the inaugural Silk Road Mountain Race just begun, bikepacking has never been sexier than it is at the moment. So in order to restore some balance to the force, I had planned to treat you all to a series of really geeky gear reviews of my bikepacking kit. Fortunately for all of you, my girlfriend intervened, so I will also regale you with tales of cycling through such exotic places as Gloucester, Holyhead, and Carlisle. The plan was to set off from Rob’s house in Cirencester, cycle up to Holyhead, take the ferry […]
- [Tour de Farce](https://orb.bike/tour-de-farce/): As you probably saw, Wales won at cycling last weekend. Geraint Thomas, one of Team Sky’s GC riders, finished first in the Tour de France to universal acclaim. Only it wasn’t universal. The majority of the French media had spent the entire 23-day race carping about the dominance of Team Sky in the peloton and lobbying the UCI (cycling’s governing body) for wage caps, as well as dreaming up other ways to bring down cycling’s most successful team. I’ve been amazed how the conversation has always focused on tearing Sky down, bringing them down to the level of their rivals, […]
- [Eurobike 2018](https://orb.bike/eurobike-2018/): I’ll admit that I laughed at Jeff (friend and Orb cameraman) when he complained to me that the book he was reading (I, Robot) was a bit heavy on the robots. But as I walked around Eurobike 2018, I started to sympathise. Just as Jeff probably didn’t need to know Asimov’s Three Laws of Robotics, neither did I want to get dragged into the technicalities of e-bike charge voltages. Now I understand that it’s ridiculous to complain that the world’s largest bike show had too many bikes, but did they all have to be so similar? I’m sure plurality and […]

## Pages

- [Maintenance](https://orb.bike/maintenance/)
- [Cycle to Work Scheme](https://orb.bike/cycle-to-work-scheme/): We have joined forces with the Green Commute Initiative (GCI) – an industry-leading cycle-to-work scheme with no £1,000 limit and no “ownership fees”. How to buy your bike Ask your employer if they’re signed up to Green Community Initiative. Don’t worry if they’re not – it doesn’t take much at all to set up so just ask (and explain that GCI is the best option for employees)! Next, choose your Zeppo size and colour along with any accessories that you may require to help you get to work safely and in style! *(Check out our Droid Anti-Theft lights and Orb […]
- [Privacy Policy](https://orb.bike/privacy-policy/): Last updated: February 15, 2022 This Privacy Policy describes Our policies and procedures on the collection, use and disclosure of Your information when You use the Service and tells You about Your privacy rights and how the law protects You. We use Your Personal data to provide and improve the Service. By using the Service, You agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. This Privacy Policy has been created with the help of the Privacy Policy Template. Interpretation and Definitions Interpretation The words of which the initial letter is capitalized have meanings defined under […]
- [The Team](https://orb.bike/the-team/): Best Selling
- [](https://orb.bike/): About Orb We’re a rider-led startup offering only products we use ourselves. Our aim is to get more people cycling through breaking down barriers to entry. Our flagship Orb bike light and bottle launched in 2018 and has been helping keep riders safe and seen ever since. Our Droid lights help prevent theft of your lights and components, and our brand new Zeppo bike is low maintenance, high quality, and the ideal bike for new riders and experienced commuters alike. As Seen On: Latest Blog Posts Best Selling
- [Checkout](https://orb.bike/checkout/)
- [Cart](https://orb.bike/cart/)
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## Products

- [Orb Z-Drop](https://orb.bike/product/the-z-drop/): The Orb Z-Drop takes the best of the Zeppo, and adds drop handlebars creating a low maintenance, all-weather bike, ideal for both the commute and your Sunday ride.  Z-Drops are built up individually for the customer (and can be modified accordingly), so will take 4-6 weeks.
- [The Orb MKII](https://orb.bike/product/the-orb-mkii/): Now shipping!  The Orb MKII is better, brighter and fully user-serviceable. It features powerful new LEDs, an innovative modular design and modern USB-C charging. 
- [Droid Spare Parts](https://orb.bike/product/droid-spare-parts/): Orb products are built to be repaired. We design our products in a way that makes maintenance as simple as possible. Here, you can order some of our most common spare parts for Droid lights.    If you can't see the part you need, for example a replacement battery, simply drop us an email at hello@orb.bike    *Please be aware that it may take slightly longer to despatch spare parts, but we aim to get them posted as soon as possible.*
- [The Zeppo v.8](https://orb.bike/product/the-zeppo-v8/): The Orb Zeppo is the only bike most people will ever need. Made for the city, but excels everywhere. Robust and low maintenance without compromising on weight.  We pay for the capture and storage of the entire carbon footprint of every bike we sell through our website.
- [Orb Droid Anti-Theft Lights](https://orb.bike/product/the-orb-droidset/): Imagine an anti-theft light set that lived permanently on your bike. Imagine never forgetting your lights again...
- [The Zeppo v.7](https://orb.bike/product/orb-zeppo/): The Orb Zeppo is the only bike most people will ever need. Made for the city, but excels everywhere. Robust and low maintenance without compromising on weight.
- [Orb Bugsy Lights](https://orb.bike/product/orb-bugsy-light-bundle/): Both Bugsy front and rear lights. Micro-USB rechargeable - no more disposable batteries!


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