Archive for the ‘Bikes’ Category
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Cute Foldable Electric Scooter
Hungarian-based design team, Antro Group, has been developing a foldable electric scooter since 2008, but only recently have released a fully functional prototype of the Moveo. The Moveo is a lightweight scooter that is quite compact when folded and weighs approximately 25kg and reaches up to 45 km/h. The electric motor makes the scooter eco-friendly and forward-thinking. We think it’s just cute as can be, and ...
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Ridiculously Cute ‘Little Hearts’ Bicycle Tires
Spreading a little love on your next bike ride is easy with these bicycle tires that feature raised heart stamps. The design was submitted to the Seoul Cycle Design competition by Hamed Kohan from Iran. As the wheel turns, the various heart-shaped knobs leave imprints in the sand, on the sidewalk and on the road. The tires and the competition submission were entitled “Spread Your Love”, ...
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Sculptures of Dogs Made From Bicycle Parts
Israeli artist, Nirit Levav, makes life-size sculptures of dogs using nothing more than bicycle parts. Bike chains, pedals and gears are put together to create these quirky works of art that were inspired by a visit to a bike shop in The Netherlands where cycling is very popular and common. Levav asked the bike shop for a collection of the shop’s accumulated junk and received a ...
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These Carbon Nano Bicycle Tires Don’t Need Air
Having a flat bicycle tire is no longer a problem of yours if you own a set of the Energy Return Wheels, designed by Brian Russell of Britek Tire and Rubber. These airless bicycle tires feature a new type of technology where rubber has been stretched over a series of carbon nano tube reinforced composite rods that were designed to provide the same cushioning as traditional, ...
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A Working Bicycle Made Out of Cardboard
Question: What is made out of cardboard, lightweight, has a frame that’s stronger than carbon fiber and costs $9? Answer: The Alfa Cardboard Bike designed by Isreali designer, Izhar Gafni, of course! The Alfa weighs 20lbs, but can support riders up to 24 times its weight thanks to its incredible design and engineering. Gafni was inspired by a cardboard canoe he’d heard about and as enthusiastic ...
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SBU V: The Funky Self-Balancing Unicycle
The SBU V3 is a precision crafted self-balancing unicycle made with 6061 alloy. This super fun toy for circus-clown wannabes and cyclists is capable of supporting up to 325 lbs at once. The truly hands-free device does not come with a steering wheel or handlebars – the SBU is entirely controlled with natural leaning motions (similar to the Segway). Leaning forward will propel the SBU forward, ...
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Clever Leather Wine Rack For Bicycles
Strapping a water bottle to a bicycle frame is soooo last year. Now, all the cool kids are using this handmade leather bicycle wine rack for sale through Etsy shop, “oopsmark“. This Canadian-based company is run by designer, engineer, entrepreneur, musician and jack-of-many-trades, Jesse Herbert. Herbert makes and sells “Tools for Urban Living”, and this particular tool is a keeper in our books. The leather straps ...
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Unique Furniture Made From Recycled Car Parts
You know by now that products made from recycled parts and goods makes the WHOA! team sparkle with happiness, and these awesome furniture pieces made from auto and motorcycle parts did just that. Israeli recycling artist Ronen Wasserman of design studio Ronmen TinMan creates high-end furniture from old cars and bikes. The Volvo Washing Station, the Toyota Tailgate Cabinet and glass shelves fitted into a bent ...
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Steampunk Stormtrooper Motorcycle Mask
Hand crafted and moulded from high quality, durable 8/9oz vegetable tan leather, this steampunk stormtrooper motorcycle mask called the Original Riding Mask caught our attention. The mask was created by Nathan Rodriguez and is available for purchase through his Etsy shop called EpicLeather. Rodriguez claims to have a mask like this one that he uses himself, and although the leather has been sealed to be water ...
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Motorcycle Suits For Super Nerds
UDReplicas helps turn nerds’ fantasies into reality (well…only some fantasies, of course) with their authentic-looking replica superhero motorcycle suits. UDReplicas and parent company, Universal Designs Ltd., were started by David Pea, a fashion designer and leather craftsman who creates screen-accurate replica garments based on some of the most enduring heroes (and villains) in pop culture. Pea’s designs are functional works of art, never to be confused ...
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A Brilliant New Way To Carry Your Bicycle
The Frame Handle (a recently successful Kickstarter) is a comfortable, stylish, sturdy, and easy-to-use leather handle for carrying your bicycle, whether it’s up the stairs, across the tracks, or into the metro. Designed for urban commuters, this minimalist handle makes carrying your bike actually feel easier and lighter by lowering the center of gravity and using your normal muscle groups for lifting and holding your bicycle, ...
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Photos Of Invisible Bicycles In China
Photographer Zhaohua Sen has created a wonderful photo series featuring cyclists riding invisible bicycles in China. Yes, in China, they have invisible bicycles. It’s true. (Do you believe everything you read on the internet? We hope not). What’s REALLY going on in these photos is a substantial amount of photo editing. The artist has carefully removed all remnants of the cyclists bicycles digitally, leaving nothing behind ...
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Super Cool ‘Chopper’ Style Rocker For Kids
Felix Götze is the coolest dad on the block, and if you want to argue this notion, just ask his son – the proud owner of the Rocking Chopper. This fabulous child’s toy was designed with high handlebars, chopper-style lights and seat in the old style. The rocker frame is made out of a single swing arm – the sleek design and light colours make this ...
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Stunning Vintage Ossa Motorbike Concept
The Monocasco Concept Bike designed by the Art-Tic Team, is an electric version inspired by the original Ossa monocasco bike of Santiago Herrero. Reliving the legacy of the legendary Sabtiago, who died racing his Ossa in the 1970 Grand Prix, this bike is a fitting tribute. The story goes that Ossa abandoned racing altogether after this tragedy. Despite its bulky outlook, the bike looks like a ...
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Elegant Electro-Motorcycle Concept
Designed by Springtime, The BOLT concept motorbike is a beautiful combination of the polished and sophisticated features of naked-style sports tourers and the streetfighter stance of supersports. The minimal aesthetic is somewhat deceiving as dual electric motors put out around 80kw, launching the bike with an amazing amount of torque. Other features like a clear digital display and stunning LED lighting effects leave little to be ...
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Mini Motorbikes Made From Watch Parts
This post goes out to all lovers of two-wheels (well, maybe not bicycle enthusiasts, but you get the point). Ukrainian artist Dmitriy Khristenko has created intricate mini models of motorcycles using wrist watch parts. Khristenko disassembles the watches, shapes each part using a grindstone and glues components together by hand – a painstaking process that calls for 40-50 hours per unit to complete. We love the ...
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Bianchi: The Luxury Bicycle From Gucci
While you may not “need” a luxury bicycle designed by famous fashion label, Gucci, it doesn’t mean you won’t “want” one. We do. At the end of 2011, Gucci launched two luxury bicycles designed by the brand’s creative director, Frida Giannini, are referred to as the Bianchi by Gucci bicycles. The bikes are available for purchase exclusively in London from Gucci’s store location at 18 Sloane ...
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CTV: The Motor-Cross Skateboard Tank
Allow us to introduce you to the DTV Shredder (the Dual Tracked Vehicle Shredder) – a freaky combination of tank, skateboard and motocross bike designed and privately funded by Canadians, Benjamin Gulack and Ryan Fairhead in 2009. The DTV Shredder vehicles remind us of segways, but there’s no way you will look like a lazy bot-riding loser on these babies (sorry, Segway-riders). These babies are meant ...
