http://www.mopo.ca/2006/12/snowboard-freebord-skateboard-hands.html
The Action Sports Hands Free Camera.
This small, lightweight, shock-resistant and waterproof video camera can be clipped to a helmet, handlebar, ski pole, snorkel, or just about anywhere else, allowing you to capture hands-free video footage without distraction while snowboarding, skateboarding, skiing, cycling, or snorkeling. The camera records at 15 or 30 frames-per-second and includes 32 MB of internal memory which can store up to 11 minutes of footage at 160 x 120 QQVGA or 640 x 480 VGA resolution, and it has an SD card expansion slot so you can add up to 2 GB of memory for 13 hours of additional video storage. The camera connects directly to a television for video playback, or footage can be downloaded to a computer via USB cable (requires Windows® XP/2000, 128 MB RA M, 800 MB free hard disk space). Camera mounts include a U-shaped clip and hook-and-loop fasteners to grip arms, legs, helmets, or bike frame tubes. Includes RCA and USB cables. Requires two AA batteries. Ages 8 and up. 4 1/2" L x 2" Diam. (5 oz.)
Item 73304 ................... $129.95
SOLD OUT
Due to the popularity of this item, we are unexpectedly sold out.
D: this has a few uses.
1) a 20 minute version would cover to/from work on commute.
a) getting cut off for Hall of Shame
b) record traffic accidents
c) misc. unexpected uses.
This reminds me of a cyberpunk novel named "Snowcrash" by Gaimen.
Actually, since the corporate dystopian near future is simply accepted, I'd argue it is the first post-Cyberpunk novel. Anyway, I think in that book that grannies wear live web-broadcast cams in realtime. They form neighbourhood watch groups like good busybodies.
I think I'm the only guy that prefers old B&W CCDs for work like this.
Much better low-light sensitivity.
I converted my old webcam to see in the dark that way.
Combined with a hug or even handlebar display, you have 'stealth mode'.
http://www.engadget.com/2007/12/20/cerevellum-bike-rearview-monitor-might-be-a-little-overkill/
We've seen some bike-centric GPS devices and sound systems in the past, but we've never seen a device that actually encourages you to ride around while staring down at a screen -- which is probably the fatal flaw with the Cerevellum bicycle rearview monitor. The prototype unit shown here features a 3.5-inch screen and a 4-hour battery life, along with 32MB of storage for workout data and four USB ports for expansion modules. The Cerevellum is expected to cost some $200 when it goes into production, and the company says it's developing GPS and heart-rate monitor modules to ship soon after -- all far better uses of a handlebar mounted screen than a rearview camera that accomplishes nothing a quick look over the shoulder can't get you, we think.
D: use with infrared filter/ light source and head mount and you have 'night vision option'.
D: using it like the rear-view-mirror integrated bike helm might be interesting too.
http://www.gizmag.com/go/4855/
http://www.reevu.com/leisure_product.asp
D: not sure if this passed the local safety tests.
But since I'm more interested in avoiding v.s. enduring an accident, not so bad.
http://www.amazon.com/Cycleaware-Viewpoint-Eyewear-Mirror-Round/dp/B00012345A
D: finally, a wee mirror that attaches inside yer sunglasses.
One on each side and try to sneak up!
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