What is it?

The iH85 Bicycle Speaker.

How much will it cost me?

$99.99

Who makes it?

iHome. 

Why should I care?

Cycling with headphones is dangerous. Mounting a huge boombox on the back of your bike is tacky. The iH85 portable speaker shoots music directly to your ears to create your own personal soundtrack. 

How would you describe it?

There is much talk about the loneliness of the long distance runner, but try doing 50-plus miles on a bike. It can be very peaceful, yes, but it can also be very dull. The sounds of nature--or worse traffic--don’t exactly make for the best soundtrack to get you pumped, or more accurately pumping on those long rides. Headphones aren’t recommended if you value your personal safety, and in some states it's even illegal to wear them while cycling. So instead of mounting on a huge stereo and letting everyone “enjoy” your musical selections, iHome2Go has introduced the iH85 portable iPod speaker system. This sleek device fits snugly in the water bottle cage and projects the music straight towards your ears, plus it can be controlled from a wireless unit that can be mounted on your handlebars. It works with all docking iPod Models, and features a rugged impact-resistant case to protect the player inside even if you venture off-road. It is powered by four AA batteries, and will double as an iPod charger when plugged into an AC socket. About the only complaint is that you’ll have to find somewhere else to put your water bottle, but there’s always the Camelbak hydration system for when you get thirsty.

When can I get my hands on it?

This month.

Where can I find it?

iHomeaudio.com.

What's your verdict?

Try.