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Except for novelty value, what is the win/feature compared to normal bicycles? This rail system must have a lot of new failure modes, compared to an asphalt bi

• jsvaughan 16y ago
  it would be more aerodynamic. I have a recumbent bike which is a lot faster than a conventional racing bike, but too low to ride safely in traffic. i think it is interesting from the point of view of extremely efficient transport, rather than as an alternative to a bike; you could certainly see it being successful if it was all electric rather than pedal powered.
• BvS 16y ago
  Would be much faster if you wouldn't need to stop at red lights etc. Also probably safer and indeed more comfortable, especially during winter or when it's raining.
  • borism 16y ago
    it has huge openings for ventilation