This Bicycle Saddle Shifts with You When You Need to Lean Forward
Rahul Kalvapalle — March 20, 2014 — Lifestyle
References: thebicyclehasevolved & gizmag
The Darwin Bicycle saddle is what makes this bike an intriguing piece for enthusiastic cyclists -- it lets cyclists shift their position while riding without actually getting off the saddle. When cyclists need to climb an uphill route or spring at full speed, they have to get off the saddle and shift their weight forward. This is a movement that is necessary with regular bicycles, but is also inefficient.
The Darwin Bicycle features a folding frame that automatically moves the bicycle saddle wherever the cyclist moves their body weight so that they're always seated. By staying in the saddle, despite riding in what would normally be an off-saddle position, cyclists can exercise better control, don't waste as much energy with side-to-side movements and are able to deliver more torque to the pedals.
The Darwin Bicycle features a folding frame that automatically moves the bicycle saddle wherever the cyclist moves their body weight so that they're always seated. By staying in the saddle, despite riding in what would normally be an off-saddle position, cyclists can exercise better control, don't waste as much energy with side-to-side movements and are able to deliver more torque to the pedals.
Trend Themes
1. Saddle-shifting Bicycles - Saddle-shifting bicycles offer a disruptive innovation opportunity in the cycling industry by allowing cyclists to shift their position without getting off the saddle.
2. Automatic Saddle Adjustment - The automatic saddle adjustment trend in the cycling industry presents a disruptive innovation opportunity by allowing cyclists to maintain control and deliver more torque to the pedals without having to manually adjust their position.
3. Efficiency in Cycling - The trend towards increased efficiency in cycling through innovative saddle designs presents a disruptive innovation opportunity by allowing cyclists to waste less energy and improve their overall performance.
Industry Implications
1. Cycling - The cycling industry can explore the potential of saddle-shifting bicycles and automatic saddle adjustment technologies to revolutionize the riding experience and attract more enthusiasts.
2. Sporting Goods - The sporting goods industry can leverage the trend of efficiency in cycling by developing and promoting products that enhance control and energy efficiency for cyclists through automatic saddle adjustment technologies.
3. Fitness and Wellness - The fitness and wellness industry can tap into the efficiency in cycling trend by incorporating saddle-shifting bicycles and automatic saddle adjustment technologies into their offerings to enhance the workout experience and attract fitness enthusiasts.
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