jump bike: the running powered bicycle
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jump bike: the running powered bicycle



can't decide between walking or bicycling? fear no more, because we have received a submission from a reader
who has created a vehicle which does both. the 'jump bike' is a custom built bicycle which has no pedals and
instead is powered by running. the rider simple sits on the seat and begins to run, pushing the bike forward in the
process. once they have reached the desired speed they jump onto the bike and sit. make sure to watch the
video below and you will see why this is quite possibly the strangest way to power a bike.

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nate db
04.04.08  
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why?
dailydesignspot   04.04.08
You how many people won't wear helmets because they think that it makes them look dorky? Now how many of them do you think will have no problem running around looking like a jackass?
Bike Jax   04.04.08
why? why not!
jugobika   04.05.08
I agree, why not? People have ideas and bring them to fruition.
It may look odd and uncomfortable and may not appeal to you but kudos to them for creating something like that. It looks like it would be fun to ride, although maybe mostly downhill. They do not look like jackasses though.
Why so negative?
BonoboBob   04.05.08
flintstones
cminnick   04.05.08
thats almost cool if your look at there feet its like they are running double fast and half time they're in the air its probly a cool feeling
lolnubs   04.06.08
This is very nice idea!

but it's a tricycle not a bicycle! :)
saikat www.saikatbiswas.com   04.07.08
Great idea, but it cames with a Caterpillar shoes?
yocharolastra   04.08.08
I am all for encouraging out of the norm ideas, but this looks really hard on the nuts!
PTK   05.06.08
Think about its usability for those wanting to exercise but can't handle the impact on their joints with running or jogging. This is a much lower impact form of exercise.
stargazer54 (at) gmail.com   05.14.08

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