What the hell is that? Part 56
25.5.2018
Translation: Eva Francis
Our range is growing constantly. However, some products will have you guessing what it is that you’re looking at. Today's example: a metal lollipop.
Flavour: stainless steel. But you’ll have a tough time with this thing because – you’re right – it’s not a lolly. A massive table tennis bat that lets you beat every pro? Nope. Unless, of course, you use it to smack their fac… no, this thing definitely isn’t suitable for table tennis. Could be a new kind of road sign – vandal-proof and indestructible? Sounds like a good idea, but the answer is: no.
This thing is something for ambitious road racing cyclist. It’s a rather unusual road pedal. Not compatible with usual clipless pedal systems, it may be questioned what the purpose of these pedals is. The manufacturer says: «For demanding allrounders, these road bike pedals provide knee-saving lateral rotation and easy step-in, turn-out entry and release». I think: «What the hell is that?».
From climbing ropes to red wine to hammer drills – we’ve got just about everything. In line with this, we’ve been browsing our range for unusual products that prompt a: What the hell is that? Find something in our range that's downright weird? Let us know: redaktion@digitec.ch
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Raphael Knecht
Senior Editor
raphael.knecht@digitecgalaxus.chWhen I'm not stuffing my face with sweets, you'll catch me running around in the gym hall. I’m a passionate floorball player and coach. On rainy days, I tinker with my homebuilt PCs, robots or other gadgets. Music is always my trusted companion. I also enjoy tackling hilly terrain on my road bike and criss-crossing the country on my cross-country skis.
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