↑ 6.0 6.1 6.2 "Slidepad wraps up 'Save Your Teeth Tour'".↑ 5.0 5.1 Slidepad Secures Taiwan Manufacturing.↑ 4.0 4.1 "Nordin joins Slidepad Technologies as advisor".Similar to the anti-lock brake system in cars, the mechanism prevents the front wheel from locking, no matter how hard the brake is pressed or how slippery the road conditions are. Once the brake pads make contact with the rear wheel, the Slidepad slides forward, which pulls a cable that is connected to the front brakes. It was designed to prevent riders from flipping over their handlebars when applying the front brake. It modulates the front brake force in real time, based on the road surface and rider weight position, and avoids front wheel lockup accidents when applying the front brake. Slidepad is an Intelligent Brake Distribution (IBD) technology, aimed at making braking easier for novice or casual cyclists, integrates into V-brake systems to provide single-lever braking. In November 2012, the company took a 40-day, 11,000 mile, "Save Your Teeth Tour" across 90 bike shops from Palo Alto, California to New Jersey. Stanford University and Jamis Bicycles currently use Slidepad technology. Jamis Bicycles was the first bike-manufacturer to specify the technology on their 2013 models. In 2011, Slidepad Technologies formed an agreement with a Taiwanese manufacturer to build a Slidepad braking system for OEM distribution. In 2013 Alan Nordin, former president of Fallbrook Technologies' bicycle division, joined the company as an executive advisor. In 2009, Riley and Ouellet entered their initial design in Cal Poly’s Business Plan competition and won 1st place. Ouellet received inspiration for the product after he crashed his bicycle when applying too much pressure on his front brakes, resulting in front wheel lockup. For more information visit was started by Riley and Ouellet while students at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. In addition to XDS Australia other USA and international brands are using Slidepad(IBD) technology to enhance their comfort and recreational ranges of products. In addition to making braking easier and more efficient, the technology is able to intelligently modulate the front brake force in real time, based on the road surface and rider weight position, to avoid front wheel lockup, like ABS for the front brake. Slidepad’s Intelligent Brake Distribution (IBD) technology easily integrates into existing v-brake systems to provide an intuitive single lever braking experience to casual cyclists. Also available in sizing 15.5, 17 and 19.įor more information on, new models, specifications, colours, updating soon with the 2015 XDS Bicycles, visit About Slidepad Technologies Inc. The Hollywood steel models include Slidepad braking system Shimano drive train Shimano RS-35 shifters, Kenda City 700c tires, a comfort saddle, steel colour coded fenders, chain guard, rear carrier and a wire and removable cane front basket set. Ladies Alloy model is available in size 15.5, 17, 19. XDS Bicycles Alloy Hollywood range of Retro Ladies 700c model features a light-weight aluminum frame model with the Slidepad braking system, Tektro “V” brake alloy comfort levers, an 8-speed Shimano drivetrain, Kenda 700c tires, Cionlli comfort saddle, steel colour coded fenders, rear alloy carrier, a wire and removable cane front basket set. “Owners of XDS new Hollywood Retro Ladies models will be very pleased to discover that the Slidepad system is simpler to operate than standard two lever braking systems while providing an improved braking performance for a safer, more controlled, more fun ride.” “We are pleased to announce this contract with Australia’s XDS Bicycles marking the first opportunity for Slidepad be equipped on a non-US brands’ bicycles,” said Slidepad President and Co-Founder Brian Riley. The system is like having front wheel ABS, making riding safer and easier by alleviating the risk of front wheel lockup accidents caused by rider error. Slidepad gives riders better braking control and efficiency and simplifies the user experience making cycling even more enjoyable. Slidepad provides recreational cyclists with a single-lever braking system that uses the force of the rear wheel to intelligently modulate the front brake. PALO ALTO, Calif. - May 22, 2014 - Slidepad Technologies has announced that its revolutionary single-lever front and rear brake system will be available as standard equipment on XDS Australia Bicycles’ new Hollywood Retro Range Ladies Alloy and Steel 700c models. Slidepad Announces Australia’s XDS Bicycles To Feature Innovative Single Lever Brake System on 2015 Hollywood Retro Range Ladies Models
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
Details
AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. ArchivesCategories |