Nokia has launched the Nokia Bicycle Charger Kit, which captures free and eco-friendly energy from bicycling to power a Nokia mobile on the move. Nokia says the kit is great for use with Ovi Maps. The kit consists of Nokia Bicycle Charger DC-14, Nokia Phone Holder for Bicycle CR-124, and a Bottle Dynamo.

Users will get free and efficient charging from cycling as the dynamo starts charging when a bicycle speed of 6 km/h is reached and stops at 50 km/h, matching the efficiency of a normal charger when the bike is traveling at 12km/h. The charger can be fitted onto any Nokia handset with a 2mm charger jack, such as the E72 or X6.

“The innovative Nokia Bicycle Charger Kit gives people even more freedom to use their Nokia handset without worrying about battery life,” says John Nichols, head of marketing for Nokia UK. “A growing number of people in the UK cycle for leisure, exercise or as a daily means of transport so this simple innovation is about convenience and getting the most out of your Nokia while you’re on your bike. It’s also the perfect piece of kit for those that care about the environment.”

The kit will be available before the end of the year in selected retailers and Nokia online and retail stores.