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Jesus, a thousand bucks. I can't believe anyone would buy one of these for two hundred. It looks unstable, difficult to maneuver, and even dorkier than a recumb

Jesus, a thousand bucks. I can't believe anyone would buy one of these for two hundred. It looks unstable, difficult to maneuver, and even dorkier than a recumbent. The basic mechanical principles that make bikes worth having seem to have been left behind.

mattbgates 12y ago
Who the hell are they trying to sell these to? While I understand the labor that could probably go into making one of these (probably less than 4 hours), the total cost of the actual bike should be no more than $100. $1000 for a bike that looks like it should cost about $30 - $50?
hmsimha 12y ago
It's like they took all the worst parts of a tricycle, a unicycle, and a broom, and combined them with the inconvenience of standing up the whole time.
lechevalierd3on 12y ago
And it can't go uphill... From the FAQ: How well does Halfbike handles hills? Riding uphill is alright as long as it is a gentle slope. Halfbike isn't really made for steep hills so if it gets too steep you may have to push.
- hmsimha 12y ago
  I also noticed two different frame designs, one of which looks hard to get U-lock through, and the other may be impossible. The FAQ suggests using an 'ordinary cable-lock', which doesn't sound very safe.
  - UVB-76 12y ago
    You certainly wouldn't want to lock $1,000 up with a cable lock.
goblin89 12y ago
I don't know, halfbikes look fun to ride and compact to carry, and definitely less clunky than bicycles. An additional bonus is that literally no one rides halfbikes (and not very many people will for a while, at that price). Riding one would certainly attract looks and questions.
- beachwood23 12y ago
  >Riding one would certainly attract looks and questions. So does wearing a large purple sombrero. That doesn't mean I'm going to pay $1000 for one.
razster 12y ago
I see about $200 worth of parts. Now add the Name, time for fabrication and laminated wood, yeah... I don't like the single handle bar or tiny two hand handle bar, I would want something with more grip for aggressive riding and peddling. I'll stick with my BMX.

mattbgates 12y ago

Who the hell are they trying to sell these to? While I understand the labor that could probably go into making one of these (probably less than 4 hours), the total cost of the actual bike should be no more than $100. $1000 for a bike that looks like it should cost about $30 - $50?

hmsimha 12y ago

It's like they took all the worst parts of a tricycle, a unicycle, and a broom, and combined them with the inconvenience of standing up the whole time.

lechevalierd3on 12y ago

And it can't go uphill... From the FAQ: How well does Halfbike handles hills? Riding uphill is alright as long as it is a gentle slope. Halfbike isn't really made for steep hills so if it gets too steep you may have to push.

hmsimha 12y ago
I also noticed two different frame designs, one of which looks hard to get U-lock through, and the other may be impossible. The FAQ suggests using an 'ordinary cable-lock', which doesn't sound very safe.
- UVB-76 12y ago
  You certainly wouldn't want to lock $1,000 up with a cable lock.

goblin89 12y ago

I don't know, halfbikes look fun to ride and compact to carry, and definitely less clunky than bicycles. An additional bonus is that literally no one rides halfbikes (and not very many people will for a while, at that price). Riding one would certainly attract looks and questions.

beachwood23 12y ago
>Riding one would certainly attract looks and questions. So does wearing a large purple sombrero. That doesn't mean I'm going to pay $1000 for one.

razster 12y ago

I see about $200 worth of parts. Now add the Name, time for fabrication and laminated wood, yeah... I don't like the single handle bar or tiny two hand handle bar, I would want something with more grip for aggressive riding and peddling. I'll stick with my BMX.