This might be a bit reminiscent of how the Flintstones used to run (really, really fast) to propel their cars forward. Without any pedals, it is up to the rider of this concept bike – The Fliz – to push off the ground to move the bike forward. And forget about sitting in a comfortable leather saddle: the Fliz requires the rider to hang from a harness while the frame of the bike arches over.
This concept bike was inspired by the Dandy-horse, a two-wheeled vehicle that required the rider to push off the ground to move forward. The Dandy-horse (1818) is considered to be the predecessor to the bicycle.
The Fliz has won a Merit Award at the International Cycle Show in Taipei.
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Wow, this device looks terrible. A bicycle is a spectacular machine that certainly does not need any improvement. It’s remained virtually unchanged for more than a century which speaks to its inherently good design.