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Wednesday, 05 March 2008 |
An Australian firm has invented a five-wheeled bicycle that it says rides like a
surfboard.
The StreetSurfer has a traditional frame and rear wheel - but four front
wheels.
And the makers claim having four points of contact at the front
means the bike handles in a completely different way. Those who have tested out
the StreetSurfer report improved steering, cornering and front wheel tracking.
They compare the ride more to surfing or snowboarding than a BMX or mountain
bike. The increased traction also allows the rider to lean over further while
the unconventional suspension is said to make trick jumps
easier.
StreetSurfer spokesman Mark Palmer said: “The bicycle has
effectively been the same since the safety bicycle evolved from the Penny
farthing more than a century ago and we figured it was about time to take the
next step.” The bikes are now on sale in the UK for £399. ananova
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