"Fixed Gear is an attitude" ———— Anonymous
Fixed Gear Bicycle Redesign (Background).
The economy is developing and the standard of living is constantly improving. There are more and more choices for transportation when people travel, . However, in the environment of advocating green and low carbon, people yearn for a healthier and cleaner living and lifestyle. Bicycles have become one of the most respected modes of transportation because of their unique characteristics and advantages, and have become an indispensable part of people's lives.
Model one. The main color uses black to represent mystery, technology and perseverance.
Model 2. Expresses a positive attitude towards the constant person.
Model 3. Passing the impact of fashion and wildness
Detail.
The tail light is red and the wavelength is very long, it will be more conspicuous at night, which is more likely to attract the attention of others. And the taillights were embedded in the bicycle body, makes the bicycle more overall.
According to surveys, the angle between the spine and the handlebar (Trunk angle) at 30 degrees is ergonomic when people ride a bicycle, it can also effectively reduce wind resistance(1). In addition, I determined that the lifting angle of the handle is 105 degrees, which is consistent with human factors and reduces fatigue.
Physical model.
Finally, I contacted a bicycle manufacturer in Dalian, China. They made each part based on the shape and size of each part of the digital model, and then I assembled them together. The physical model was exhibited in the show room of the Dalian Polytechnic University, School of Art and Design.
Reference.
（1）How to Ergonomically Set Up Your Bike for a Proper Fit (Part 2 of 2). (2017, July 3). Retrieved from https://coloradoinmotion.com/fit-bike-ergonomics-part-2/.
