> At the same time, why should a design such as this continue to rely on
> the long chain? Why not, instead, have a much shorter chain where the drive
> to the rim just behind the seat post? That would satisfy the need to get the
> chain away from the ground, plus take a pound or more off the weight, and
> there is no derailleur that would require the long chain length. It would
> also provide the third support point to make the rear wheel more stable.
That might screw up the folding part of the plan.
But it is a bit of brilliant engineering. I'd love to be the first kid
on the block with one of those.
--
Ken Norton
ken@xxxxxxxxxxx
http://www.zone-10.com
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