Developed in 2010 to a design course at the University of Aveiro, U’Bike appears as a product that was designed and created by strong influence of mass mingling, smartphones, trysumerism (customers become more and more daring to try new things). The entire method of assembly is simplified, using standard solutions, so maintenance is facilitated and may easily replace the components within the specifications of use of the product. The layout of the handlebar was developed by considering the point of contact with the highest impact.
The fact that user is able to interact with U’Bike using the front panel display makes the product an extension of itself where you can check your progress constantly, environmental performance (can be integrated a number of different interactive software on display). Each interactive screen is connected to the computer instructor, providing greater control of the classroom.
Micro generation isn’t the only attractive aspect of this product, its minimalist and stylish shape also plays an important role to attract customers, differentiating this exercise bike from any other product on the market.
Designer : Gregório Rodrigues and João Montenegro
Is this possible that the exercise bike shall track our progress automatically? I am very surprised to this really. I would love to buy this kind of machine. Thanks for sharing us such a lovely idea.
Hi Corina,
yes, this type of interactive exercise is quite possible. If you are interested in the project you can consult its current shape here: http://www.jmontenegro.co/project-ubike.html
Thank you for the comment.
Best,
Joao Montenegro & Greg Rodrigues
Hi I really like your bike design and was wondering if these are available to buy yet?