The Rogue C6 is a carbon fiber smart bicycle built by Washington-based engineer David Lupafya. Lupafya conceived the bike when he couldn't find one that suited his needs.
This bike is 50 to 60% lighter than similarly-sized steel and aluminum bikes. It also does away with greasy traditional chains, sporting a slick Gates carbon fiber belt drive that doesn't require lubrication and is cleaner, lighter and more durable than a regular chain.
The bike comes equipped with Shimano Alfine hydraulic disc brakes and an Alfine eight-speed gearing system.
The developers of the Rogue C6 smart bicycle are running a Kickstarter campaign to raise funds for production. A pledge of $1,950 will get you set up with a bike -- sky blue, blood orange or matte black -- in April 2015 if the campaign successfully meets its fundraising target.
Urban Smart Bicycles
The Rogue C6 Smart Bicycle is Targeted Towards Urban Cyclists
Trend Themes
1. Smart Bicycles - Innovative smart bicycles with advanced features such as carbon fiber frames and belt drives are disrupting the traditional bicycle industry.
2. Lightweight Bikes - Lightweight bikes that are built with innovative materials like carbon fiber are creating disruptive opportunities across the bicycle industry.
3. Hydraulic Disc Brakes - Hydraulic disc brakes are creating disruptive innovation opportunities for the bicycle industry by providing better stopping power and control.
Industry Implications
1. Bicycle Manufacturing - Bicycle manufacturers can leverage innovative materials like carbon fiber and advanced features like belt drives to create lightweight and smart bikes for urban cyclists.
2. Urban Transportation - The use of lightweight and smart bikes with hydraulic disc brakes can disrupt traditional urban transportation methods and create new opportunities for environmentally friendly transportation.
3. Sporting Goods Retail - Sporting goods retailers can capitalize on the trend of lightweight and innovative bicycles, such as the Rogue C6, by offering advanced bikes designed for the needs of urban cyclists.