Why reinvent the wheel? Because sometimes it makes for a better bike. Loopwheels are a completely new type of bicycle wheel, designed with a unique built-in suspension that makes for a delightfully smooth ride. Instead of spokes, as on a traditional bicycle wheel, the Loopwheels have three loop-shaped springs that allow the wheel to absorb the vibrations and bumps most riders are accustomed to feeling.
Final pricing hasn’t been set, but it looks like the standard wheelset should run about $2000 when they are available sometime later this year. In each of the wheels they use tech called Adaptive Rigidity that seems to be an optimized suspension tune geared to “absorb the bumps that matter and stay rigid over the ones that don’t”. How that is achieved isn’t entirely clear, but is certainly a unique take on suspending a bike. notRapha on May 20th, 2016 - 8:06am Matt on May 20th, 2016 - 8:36am Greg on May 20th, 2016 - 8:44am
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In addition to these suspension extra springs are added at the handle and below the seat which gives the rider a smooth ride.
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For this reason, we fill the order as you have placed it with the assumption you will make the appropriate modifications to fit the wheel/tire combo.
'Then I had a spare afternoon and remembered the idea, so decided to make a model with springs made from plastic guttering I bought from B&Q and a pencil as a hub - and it worked perfectly'.
On smooth terrain The Acrobat’sTM innovative Adaptive RigidityTM technology keeps the wheel’s 3 shocks perfectly rigid like spokes. When encountering a bumpy surface, they automatically transform into soft and responsive shocks. With less energy lost to frame vibration and reduced impact to the rider’s body, The AcrobatTM offers a superior riding experience.
I don’t think it would affect the brake track. The wheel would flex on the bottom but would return to original shape and diameter when it rolled far enough to not be in contact with the ground. If it did not return to original shape or size after the flex the ride would be really crappy. iperov on April 14th, 2013 - 3:40pm Ck on April 14th, 2013 - 3:46pm comrade on April 14th, 2013 - 4:14pm seramik on April 14th, 2013 - 4:50pm MMyers on April 14th, 2013 - 5:39pm
For more details about the design process and the inspiration behind Loopwheels go to their Kickstarter page – and coincidentally you will also be able to join the list of backers and buy yourself a piece of cycling history and be part of cycling’s future!
This active suspension preserves more of the forward motion energy that would normally be lost as the suspension allows the wheelchair to bob and sag. It also allows the wheelchair to ride over curbs and bumps that might have stopped traditional wheelchairs, giving users better access to places where ramps haven’t yet been installed.
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EnglishČeštinaDeutschEnglishEspañolFrançaisMagyarItaliano日本語한국어PolskiPortuguêsPусский简体中文繁體中文 Standard Loop Handle Straight Back Frame, No Logo Channel, No Red Striping Recessed Heel w/Cutouts, Cast 18″ x 7 1/2″ Nose Plate 4 Ply Pneumatic, 10″ x 3 1/2″ Wheels 500 lbs. Capacity Overall Height: 50″ SKU: A1-B10-CA2-D5 Categories: 2-Wheeled, Complete Hand Trucks Tags: 10" wheel, aluminum, bp manufacturing, extruded, hand truck, liberator, loop handle, pnuematic wheel Description Additional information Resources Downloads Reviews (0) Description Wheels – Highest Quality with up to a 3 Year Warranty Extruded Axle Brackets – Lifetime Warranty Axle – 91,000 PSI Tensile Steel Nose Plate – Extruded Aluminum for Longer Life Frame – 600 lbs. Capacity and Available with Industry Exclusive Powder Coat Option Cross Members – Four Sided Ribbed Construction Rivets – 700 lbs. Aircraft Grade Handles – Ergonomically Designed in Several Styles, Some of Which Are Welded and Heat Treated for Extra Strength Logo Channel – For Company Personalization Parts Are Interchangeable with Most Competitors’ Models Additional information Weight 25.5 lbs Dimensions 50 × 21.5 × 18.5 in Warranty/Terms & Conditions Warranty Terms & Conditions AS9100 Terms & Conditions Maintenance Schedule
I spent about 20 minutes out with Sam on the 20″ wheels, coupled up with the Dahon folding bike, and immediately there is something special about them.
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When you have spent your whole life with rigid spoked wheels, they may seem strange to you at first. But we believe you’ll soon love the differences of the Loopwheel.