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Check these out: https://pinion.eu/en https://pinion.eu/en a german startup which created a gearbox for bikes which works like the one in a car. Early Investmen
by scns 8y ago
Check these out: https://pinion.eu/en https://pinion.eu/en a german startup which created a gearbox for bikes which works like the one in a car. Early Investment came from an engineer at Porsche.
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- bytesmith 8y agoUnfortunately, Pinion systems haven't really gained any significant market share due to a) really high cost b) inability to downshift under load, c) a 1.5lb weight penalty and d) the frame must be built specifically for the Pinion system[1]. Still, always great to see new approaches like this as bike maintenance is a huge barrier to adoption. [1] https://www.singletracks.com/blog/mtb-gear/the-pinion-gearbox-solves-common-problems-but-creates-new-ones-a-test-ride-review/ https://www.singletracks.com/blog/mtb-gear/the-pinion-gearbo...