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I am surprised this design works: I would have thought that all those pieces of metal deforming would absorb a lot of energy and slow you down. If it were an i
by ivan_ah 15y ago
I am surprised this design works: I would have thought that all those pieces of metal deforming would absorb a lot of energy and slow you down.
If it were an ideal spring, E would be conserved, but I am not sure for this structure. It is reminiscent of the old style automobile suspensions.
- gcb 15y agoIt DOES slow you down. can't you notice on the video? They guy is pedaling standing up and it barely moves. btw, this is the same concept that forces racers to use slim tires. less cushioning, but less drag.
- andrewflnr 15y agoIt's almost exactly like the tires are always flat.