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Flexible post absorbs shock, protects cyclists

Dutch company Erdi Verkeerstechniek will use Intertraffic Amsterdam 2014 to launch the BikeFlex Flexpost, designed to protect cyclists. This latest addition to the company’s range of poles absorbs the shock of collision and reduces the chance of injury. Made of flexible rubber/plastic, a solar flashing LED can be fitted to the top of the post to increase its visibility during hours of darkness.
March 3, 2014 Read time: 1 min
Dutch company 3790 Erdi Verkeerstechniek will use Intertraffic Amsterdam 2014 to launch the BikeFlex Flexpost, designed to protect cyclists. This latest addition to the company’s range of poles absorbs the shock of collision and reduces the chance of injury. Made of flexible rubber/plastic, a solar flashing LED can be fitted to the top of the post to increase its visibility during hours of darkness.
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