Inspiring Sports Technology
Cycling
Shimano develop custom-fit cycling shoes
Thursday, September 30th, 2010
Shimano have developed a fitting system that customises the shoe to an individuals foot. “Heat sensitive and moldable material is infused in the shoe upper. Air is withdrawn using a special vacuum device, eliminating spaces and irregular contact points”.
Information and images reprinted from Shimano.
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Revolutionary folding wheels
Thursday, September 30th, 2010
Duncan Fitzsimmons, a freelance industrial designer, has solved the space problems associated with folding bikes. The carbon fibre wheels are currently being considered by a number of major manufacturers.
For more information please click the link. Images and information reprinted from core77.
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