Let me start by saying this mount has been through hell with me - bumpy mountain bike trails, high-speed motorcycle joyrides, and even a few accidental drops. It's still holding strong.

The GOOD:

• That metal claw grip is NO JOKE. Once clamped on my handlebars (which took literally 3 seconds), it didn't budge even at 70mph on my motorcycle. The vibration absorption is impressive - my phone screen stayed perfectly readable.

• The 360° rotation is a game-changer. I could flip between portrait for GPS and landscape for music controls mid-ride with one hand. No more dangerous phone-fumbling!

• Those rubber bands look flimsy but SURPRISE - they've held my bulky iPhone 13 Pro with Otterbox case through heavy rain and off-road vibrations. The included spare bands were a nice touch.

The NOT-SO-GOOD:

• Mounting the phone is slightly awkward at first, especially with thick cases. I nearly gave up until discovering the trick: stretch two diagonal bands first.

• At highway speeds, I did get paranoid about the bands (though they never failed). I ended up adding a safety lanyard for peace of mind.

• The shiny finish shows scratches easily. Mine looks 'well-loved' after 6 months of use.

REAL WORLD TEST:

Last week, I hit a massive pothole on my mountain bike hard enough to bend the rim - phone stayed perfectly mounted while I nearly flew over the handlebars. That's when I knew this $30 mount had earned its keep.

Final Verdict: 9/10 - Nearly indestructible and incredibly versatile, just needs minor usability tweaks. Motorcycle riders might want extra security, but for bicycles and casual riding, it's perfect.