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    Default Halfbike

    It's not often you see something familiar re-invented in a way you hadn't imagined. I think this kickstarter project looks pretty cool. The video made me smile. I wish I could afford one!

    WHat particularly impressed me ( besides the basic idea) is that you could easily transport a friend.

    .. well I liked it.

    Paul

    https://www.kickstarter.com/projects...27/halfbike-ii

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    I can't resist. That's a half biked idea.

    The person with the passenger appeared to be pumping pretty hard but all and all it looks like a fun idea.

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    Reminds me of this https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0OOcjY5TttE

    Not as ęsthetic as the one Paul linked to but just as nice

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    Without a seat, I'm not sure how long I could keep going?!
    But, it sure looks fun!

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    Good spot Hans!

    I was surprised at how quickly they were going.

    I'd like to watch Rik taking either of these devices up Caversham hill ( a very steep hill nearish to Rik).

    Certainly the lack of a seat means neither device is great for longer distances, but I could see the halfbike doing well in urban areas.

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    Default Re: Halfbike

    Quote Originally Posted by Rik View Post
    Without a seat, I'm not sure how long I could keep going?
    Without a seat would yoube able to go at all? Oh excuse me you were refering to the bike.

    @Paul thanks for the link, looks interesting.
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    Default Re: Halfbike

    It is light and compact, indeed compare to bike.

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    Price of the finished product would need come down a bit as currently you are getting only half bike for the price of a full bike. Idea is clever but the Sinclair C5 also seemed like a good idea at the time and everyone knows how that worked out.

    I see this more like a fun toy for younger people to replace skateboards and kickboards, than a serious competitor for the real bike as a daily transport and the price should reflect that.

 

 

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