Cycles of Change

Efficiency in human-powered transport depends on moving energy from the legs to the ground through a mechanical interface. Early bicycles used a direct-drive system where the pedals were attached to the front axle. This creation resulted in a massive problem for the rider because travel speed was [...]

A heavy-duty touring bicycle represents the pinnacle of mechanical self-reliance in an era of shifting infrastructure and systemic uncertainty. Unlike mass-produced recreational cycles, a true expedition machine is designed for the preservation of autonomy across thousands of miles. This strategic [...]