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Cycliq builds better Flies with smaller, lighter, better connected Fly 6 CE & Fly 12 CE

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Cameras won’t keep you safe out on the road, but if something does happen – at least you’ll have physical evidence. In a world where law enforcement almost always seems to side with drivers, that can mean the difference between a slap on the wrist or actually holding drivers accountable. Because of that, devices like the Cycliq Fly 6 and Fly 12 have become very popular for road cyclists across the globe.

Cycliq builds better Flies with smaller, lighter, better connected Fly 6 CE & Fly 12 CE

And now they’re getting even better. Cramming a powerful light, camera, battery, and electronics into a small device is no easy task, but Cycliq is constantly improving. The new Fly CE (Connected Edition) lights have gotten smaller, lighter, but most importantly keep the same HD video capabilities and lumen output.

Cycliq builds better Flies with smaller, lighter, better connected Fly 6 CE & Fly 12 CE

Both front and rear Flies also gain the ability to connect to your devices via ANT+ which is where the name Connected Edition comes from. That’s in addition to the standard Bluetooth connection that allows them to be connected to the Cycliq app. ANT+ will allow the lights to be controlled through devices like Garmin GPS units.

Cycliq builds better Flies with smaller, lighter, better connected Fly 6 CE & Fly 12 CE Cycliq builds better Flies with smaller, lighter, better connected Fly 6 CE & Fly 12 CE

Key features of the Fly12 CE:

  • Full 1080p at 60FPS HD video recording with audio
  • 135° wide angle lens
  • 6-axis stabilisation
  • 600 Lumens with various dimming settings and light modes
  • Up to 8 hours’ battery life, with 2.5-hour fast re-charging
  • USB-C to charge and connect to PC or laptop
  • Bluetooth and ANT+ connectivity
  • Integrated bike alarm
  • Looping recording
  • ⅛ turn Quick Release Mounting System
  • HomeSafe mode
  • Nanotechnology for all weather use
  • Incident protection technology
  • MP4 video format that records in 5, 10, and 15 minute segments
  • 195g/5.5oz
  • SRP: $279 

Key features of the Fly6 CE:

  • Full 1080p at 60FPS HD video recording with audio
  • 135° wide angle lens
  • 6-axis stabilisation
  • 100 Lumens with various dimming settings and light modes
  • Up to 7 hours’ battery life and 2-hour fast re-charging
  • Bluetooth and ANT+ connectivity
  • Integrated bike alarm
  • Looping recording
  • ⅛ turn Quick Release Mounting System
  • HomeSafe mode
  • Nanotechnology for all weather use
  • Incident protection technology
  • MP4 video format and records in 5, 10, and 15 minute segments
  • 110g/3.5oz

SRP: $179

While the 1080p/60FPS HD video and 600/100 lumen output are probably the most important features, you don’t want to be adding a ton of weight to your bike to get them. Now weighing in at a claimed 195g for the Fly 12 CE and 110g for the Fly 6 CE, together that is a claimed weight savings of 66g over the previous version. Also, the Fly 6 CE gains a new 135° wide angle lens compared to the previous 100°.

Finally, the lights see the addition of a new 1/3 turn quick release mount with new mounting accessories for better fit on a wider range of bikes. Both lights will be available for purchase starting November 30th from the Cycliq site and their current retailers.

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Justin
Justin
6 years ago

Looks like the battery life in the Fly 12 decreased from the original? The one I have was quoted at 10h, and the new one appears to be 8h.

Augsburg
6 years ago
Reply to  Justin

Yes, Cycliq decided 10 hours was too much for most people and went for lighter weight. Based on our use of the original Fly12, the weight savings is desirable, and the loss of battery life does not affect our use.

VeloKitty
VeloKitty
6 years ago

Wow, that’s a huge upgrade for the Fly6.

ascarlarkinyar
ascarlarkinyar
6 years ago

What is 6 axis stabilization?

Jon
Jon
6 years ago
Reply to  ascarlarkinyar

Translation in 3 axes, rotation in 3 axes.

JBikes
JBikes
6 years ago
Reply to  Jon

But how about when I’m riding through space time?

Augsburg
6 years ago

Pretty funny, my wife recently had a dangerous encounter with another cyclist on the local bike path right after purchasing her Fly12. When we reviewed the footage later in the day, the first words out of her mouth (as recorded on the Fly12) were: “got that on my camera!”. Along with a few other choice words, of course.

Crash Bandicoot
Crash Bandicoot
6 years ago

Glad to see they’ve improved the fly 6 always thought the idea was great but the light was actually dismal. Still sticking with my L&M Vis 180 better light output. I’m surprised GoPro hasn’t entered this market somewhat with a mode that duplicates 99% of what this product is.

Cowpat Climber
Cowpat Climber
6 years ago

Agreed. Video quality could do with a step up, and the additional light output would be terrific. I recently mashed a video from a mate’s Fly and my GoPro and there was a significant difference in the vid qual. A partnership here might make sense?

WheresWaldo
WheresWaldo
6 years ago

At least they are using a real mounting system this time around. Guess I’ll have to redesign a bunch of mine.

Stoli
Stoli
6 years ago

But have they improved the video clarity? YouTube videos from the Fly6 indicate it has a long way to go on video quality. I could not decipher a single license plate, whether night or daytime. This does not bode well for hit-and-run situations. If safety is the primary focus over pure weight savings, might as well just mount my GoPro out back and a separate light.

Boris
Boris
6 years ago

HI I’d love to find a way to mount one of these on my automobile dashboard, or rear view mirror stalk. I’d get twice the use out of it. Anyone here of a mount that would allow this?

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