To me this contraption seems a solution in search of a problem.
Cheers,
Nathan
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On May 9, 2014, at 5:53 PM, Ken Norton wrote:
>> At the same time, why should a design such as this continue to rely on
>> the long chain? Why not, instead, have a much shorter chain where the drive
>> to the rim just behind the seat post? That would satisfy the need to get
>> the chain away from the ground, plus take a pound or more off the weight,
>> and there is no derailleur that would require the long chain length. It
>> would also provide the third support point to make the rear wheel more
>> stable.
>
>
> That might screw up the folding part of the plan.
>
> But it is a bit of brilliant engineering. I'd love to be the first kid
> on the block with one of those.
>
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