Have you ever fancied being able to control the resistance on your road bike in a similar way to a fitness bike in a gym? A new device called the Powerwheel has been developed to do just that.
The Powerwheel replaces the hub of your front wheel and adds minimal
extra weight to your bike. Once fitted you can then change
the resistance it provides allowing you to slow your bike, making
cycling more challenging.
There are no special settings or complex
features, but enables your bicycle wheel to act as a training tool to
increase the level of pedalling resistance. Powerwheel explains the
technology behind their hub.
"The science behind it involves a mechanical device capable of
detecting your speed so that resistance is controlled to match various
cycling training situations in order to avoid excess heat production and
maximize comfort.”
I know I find long bike rides
hard enough anyway, but if you are the athletic type and feel a little
more resistance would help you gain a little more from your workouts and
training then the is new Powerwheel could be the perfect gadget to add
to your bike if you have a spare $1200.
Source: Powerwheel : Gizmag |