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Does this bike have potential? ( no pun intended ;) )

Old 03-27-15, 02:15 PM
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Does this bike have potential? ( no pun intended ;) )

If a crankset was attached to the rear wheel would you give it a go?



Always a fan of German engineering, they make the best toys.
Here is the article if anyone is interested in reading about it.
No pedals, no problem: German company launches adult balance bike (video) - Cycling Weekly
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potentially... hilarious!
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No way I'd ever bother with that.
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Definitely! Gentlemen dandies everywhere agree on this. Why, it was the biggest selling bike from 1817-1822!

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Probably has a ton of mountain KOM's with that.
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Originally Posted by t3c9 View Post
If a crankset was attached to the rear wheel would you give it a go?
There is this one which is a similar concept with pedals.
Flying Rider bike hangs the rider for more power



But, no... I don't see any benefit of those bikes...

Unless that first one is an advanced walker... if I ever get to 90 yrs old.
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Perfect for those cyclists who don't like saddle bags. Does it come in matte black?

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If it didn't have disc brakes...
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If I were going to walk/jog, why would I need that frame encumbering me?
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Originally Posted by Stucky View Post
If I were going to walk/jog, why would I need that frame encumbering me?
It probably works a bit like a skateboard which may be more efficient than simply jogging. Yet it sure seems like it would be awkward.

As I mentioned, it would make an awesome high-tech walker for a 90 yr old, but one would probably need the 4-wheel version.
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As I mentioned, it would make an awesome high-tech walker for a 90 yr old, but one would probably need the 4-wheel version.
The thought of that on the MUP scares me.
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I'd like to see this in a tandem. Think of the possibilities.
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