Benefits of Bringing Your Phone on Your Bicycle Rides (And How to Do It Safely!)

Your bike is more than a piece of metal on wheels, and your phone is more than just a device that helps you communicate. As a biking enthusiast, not only do you need to make sure your phone is on hand to keep you from getting lost, but also so that you can stay in communication with friends and family no matter where you are.

This article will discuss the benefits of safely bringing your phone on your bicycle rides with smartphone bike mounts. 

Taking your smartphone on a bicycle ride might seem like a simple enough task, but you'll soon realize one small problem: finding the right place to put it can be difficult.

General cycling attire is known to lack pockets, and even if you're riding in jeans, a big phone in your back pocket can make sitting comfortably on your bike difficult. A saddle bag might work if it doesn't get in the way, but even then, it runs the risk of being forgotten while you're busy cycling or as soon as you finish setting up your quad lock for rest stops.

And it's definitely not safe to hold your phone in your hand while riding through town or the mountains. So should we just forget about it?

Nope. Leaving your phone at home is absolutely not an option. 

Many of us are attached to our devices, so it only makes sense to bring them with you on a bike ride. Here are a few reasons why you should always take your phone on a bike ride:

Whether you're always on-call for your job or simply want to be connected to your friends and family at all times, you'll need to be able to quickly answer your phone when it rings. 

If you're biking in the mountains or somewhere you've never been before, you don't want to get lost. The use of Google Maps or another navigation app on your phone can help you quickly determine your best routes — whether you're lost or just want to discover a new path. The Best 5 Cycling Apps will also allow you to easily track just how many miles you've biked and share it with friends on social media.

While biking in itself isn't dangerous, there are a good number of things that can happen on your ride that can put you in danger. No matter where you are or what you're doing, a phone is a good thing to have handy so that you can call for help should the need arise. If your bike gets a flat tire, you can easily phone someone to come pick you up and take you to the nearest bike shop. 

Now, while some people might do this and that, these methods are risky both for you and your phones. One thing is clear: none of the DIY phone mount solutions are considered good. They do not ensure safe use while biking and do not provide one with peace of mind while cycling around. 

The easiest solution to the dilemma of taking your cell phone on a bike ride is to just buy a dedicated ROKFORM bicycle phone mount.

They're created for the purpose of mounting your phone to your bike and are designed for the exact type of phone you have so you can ensure correct sizing.  Taking your phone on a bike ride has never been easier, and no longer do you need to think of using your back pocket — you'll just need to mount it!

Durable materials ensure that the mount will be sturdy. Your phone requires a stable and secure mount to not wobble around, so it must also fit the phone correctly. 

Here at ROKFORM, we know that staying connected as you ride is the perfect way to step up your game. That's why we've developed the best bike phone mounts on the market- so you can keep the good times rolling, even as you check your route and how many calories you've burned. Our V4 Pro Series Bike Mount and Sport Series Bike Phone Mount are designed to secure your phone better than any other mount, using our patented ROCKLOK twist-lock technology and sturdy mounting points. Paired with our Rugged iPhone cases, you can check your metrics without missing a pedal stroke, and ride confidently knowing that your phone is completely safe.

While your phone's safety should be the primary concern, you may want to consider other features the mount provides. For example, if you want to film your riding adventures, your phone mount should offer an unlimited range of motion that adjusts to the perfect angle.  

NO. Manufacturers have been using magnets in phones and tablets for years and now even Apple uses magnets right inside of their phone with their new MagSafe magnets. Our specially designed rare earth magnets are proven safe for all smartphones and tablets. Magnets will only affect spinning hard drives found in old laptop and desktop computers that are rarely found in 2021. The magnet may affect a hotel key but then again what doesn't?

No. The mount locks inside the case but never touches the phone.

Yes. The mount will work with any Rokform mountable case that has our twist lock on the back. If you have another brand of case or no case at all you can still use our mount by using our Universal Adapter.

Yes. All of our mountable cases are extremely protective and are keeping phones safe every day all over the world.

No and thankfully all modern iPhones and Samsung Galaxy smartphones are now water-resistant so there is no need for clumsy ponchos, skins, wraps, bags, or covers on your phone. Take advantage of the technology that you paid for with your new phone and enjoy it with your new ROKFORM Pro Series bike mount.

We believe that if you take your phone on a bike ride, it should be as easy as carrying it anywhere else. And we won't let a small problem like not knowing where to put your phone get in the way of enjoying a good riding session. Cycling is about freedom, and now you can ride, stay connected, and enjoy the benefits of bringing your phone on your bicycle rides.