Cosa è
Chameleon Trike Project?
In dettaglio
Story
Chameleon Trike is the result of a long study lead on many prototypes to find the best solution to propel using arms and legs at the same time.
It all started from my passion to go faster, workout and my love for bicycles and mechanics. I started sketching different concepts then creating prototypes disassembling and cutting bicycles. Having tested many machines I found that Chameleon Trike is one of the most interesting for comfort and simplicity.
It is very efficient thanks to the involved patented system. Simple linear movements forward and backward give you the possibility to express all of your power in a safe and comfortable way without stress of bones and joints because the seat sustains you while arms and legs carry no weight.
Uses
Everybody can ride it. For those who are legs/weak can find relief being helped by arms. For those who are arms/strong can find a lot of fun at high speed pulling and pushing. It is suitable for short distances and in conjunction with public transport could be taken on board for longer trips. Chameleon Trike is easy to disassemble and compact enough for an elevator, light enough to carry it on stairs and fits into spaces too small for a normal bike.
If you just want to do some exercise it’s perfect for a Sunday morning workout in the park. Riding it is moving naturally and very easily thanks to the ergonomic structure. It is a new aerobic whole body exercise. The joy of riding it can give you motivation to go out and workout having so much fun!
Arms, legs and abs are the muscles that are engaged the most during the motion.
We believe there is a great potential for smarter vehicles both human-powered and electric ones and we are committed to prove it!
Our bodies are made to Move! Sad but true, there is a lot of staring at screens and almost no physical activities in our daily routine. We’re on a mission to make more people aware of the problem and have them think for a moment what they are doing for their bodies. Yes, our heads are important and yet, the head is just one part of the larger whole that is the human body - a perfectly harmonious system.
Learning
Do you remember what it felt the first time you rode a bicycle? All the excitement from trying something new? Learning from scratch how to ride a Chameleon Trike and improving your skills would certainly be an amazing new experience. Just follow your body and the rest will come naturally. There’s plenty of room, though, to challenge yourself and explore new horizons. Levers can moved together (for even more instant power) or separately. Chameleon Trike delivers a unique feeling no matter how you ride it.
The trike size is standard and it suitable for people of height among 5' 1" - 5' 5" (155 - 165 cm) and 6' 3" - 6' 6" (191 - 198 cm). For taller or shorter people we ask to specify on the order where it is also possible to express the color preference.
Build
Chameleon Trike is hand made locally from high-quality materials and components. We emphasize on the clear and minimalistic design and optimized details. We take care of the frame and levers manufacturing along with all the necessary testing to ensure a high quality product. The lightweight aluminum frame is laser cut and hand welded. The rest of the components are meticulously selected and come from a range of well renowned manufacturers.
All the pieces will be carefully assembled and tested before packaging and shipping.
Chameleon Trike is also a product of design: the rear seat was created and tested in many versions.
The hollow diamond version chosen is comfortable, very light and strong and it is possible to store stuff inside it. The polygonal/straight lines design of the trike is aerodynamic and futuristic.
Very high standards production are guaranteed by MetalArt factory long year expert industry in Senigallia (AN), Italy.
Reactions
No matter where you are going to ride it, you’ll attract people’s looks and bring smiles. Chameleon Trike is a real conversation starter and stands out from the crowd. Be prepared for people stopping you in the street curious about what it is, how it works and some will even want to try it. Kids and girls go crazy about it!
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Support
We would like to share this new experience with as many people as possible, and for that we need your support. We believe in local manufacturing and the funds from the campaign will be used to start the first batch of production. Our whole hearts are in this project and we thank you.
We plan to start a company producing innovative fitness machines to have fun and keep fit with. Many interesting designs are ready to be developed and shown.
The Team
Alessandro Bonacci, designer and inventor (Chameleon Trike creator). Passionate cyclist, athlete and mechanical expert with experience in manufacturing and working with metal. Sport and workout in the open is so important for physical and mental health.
Mauro and Franco Tranquilli, head of production and leaders at the MetalArt factory of Senigallia, AN (Italy). Both mechanical and long-year metal craft experts.
Together we are motivated to start up an innovative business producing and selling on the market innovative fitness machines based on the worldwide patent. The never seen products will be lighter, technically improved and more affordable than comparable fitness products. Chameleon Trike is the first product we show after long years of tests and studies.
Project awarded and supported by Regione Marche and CNA in Italy.
Previsions
Our intention is to deliver as soon as possible to you.
The product is made in Italy observing all the production rules by a long-lasting experienced manufacture.
Chameleon Trike is only the first model deriving from the patent. There are different models and dynamic or static machines designed to workout and have fun.
Thanks to your support we will bring all the products to the market at a very affordable price and with important advantages that will motivate you to move and exercise.
The product is made in Italy observing all the production rules by a long-lasting experienced manufacture.
Chameleon Trike is a simple, stable and safe cycle very improbable to get injured with. In any case we decline any responsability for improper usage of the machine.