'The Ride' Uses NuVinci CVP Drive
Ben Preiss — June 14, 2007 — Art & Design
References: wired & ellsworthride
That's right, it's a bicycle called “The Ride†by Ellsworth with the self proclaimed “revolutionary†gearless NuVinci™ Continuously Variable Planetary (CVP) drive. If their claims are accurate, this transmission system does sound revolutionary and not just a gimmick to justify the almost 4K price tag. In addition, The Ride Signature Series features a belt drive and carbon fiber components.
Implications - The Ride claims that its glide is so smooth that it's almost silent. The design of the bike has a pretty rugged frame and actually looks a lot like a beach cruiser. Each of the components you see on the design have been created specifically for this model, so you're getting the full custom treatment from Ellsworth.
Implications - The Ride claims that its glide is so smooth that it's almost silent. The design of the bike has a pretty rugged frame and actually looks a lot like a beach cruiser. Each of the components you see on the design have been created specifically for this model, so you're getting the full custom treatment from Ellsworth.
Trend Themes
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Gearless Bicycles — Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing advanced gearless bicycle transmission systems to provide a smoother and quieter ride experience.
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Carbon Fiber Components — Disruptive innovation opportunity: Advancing carbon fiber technology to create lighter and stronger components for bicycles.
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Belt Drive Technology — Disruptive innovation opportunity: Improving belt drive systems for bicycles to enhance power transfer and reduce maintenance requirements.
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Bicycle Manufacturing — Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrating gearless and carbon fiber technologies into the manufacturing processes of bicycles to create high-performance and custom models.
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Automotive Technology — Disruptive innovation opportunity: Transferring gearless and belt drive technologies from bicycles to the automotive industry to develop more efficient and silent transmission systems.
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Sporting Goods Retail — Disruptive innovation opportunity: Embracing gearless and carbon fiber bicycle technologies to offer innovative and premium bicycles to consumers, providing a unique selling proposition.
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