Because bikes with caliper rim braking systems still tend to be lighter than disc-brake equipped ones, all else being equal, they remain popular with weight weenies and hill climb racers. The ‘842 and ’642 patents are both design patents which pertain to bicycles and, hyper bicycles in particular, the ornamental design of two bicycles. The patents claim the design shown in their respective figures one through seven. Because the proverbial picture is worth one thousand words, the Court attaches a demonstrative example of each claimed design.
In 2022, the opening stages around Copenhagen were pan-flat, meaning weight wasn’t a concern and riders went all-in on aero. They all have high-end components, but none hyper bicycles resort to the kind of components or hacks now reserved mostly for dedicated hill climb bikes. The 2024 KTM 125 DUKE is your entry point to the DUKE revolution.
While the Dura-Ace Di2-equipped SL8 we have in for review weighs 6.76kg in a size 56cm, without pedals or accessories, Specialized says a special-edition, size-52cm version built for Remco Evenepoel to take on this year’s Vuelta a España weighed 6.8kg ready to race. That innovative approach takes inspiration from beyond the realm of conventional two-wheelers, drawing from the designs of high-performance cars. It doesn’t just adopt design principles known in the bicycle industry but also benefits from Aston Martin’s know-how in the supercar and hypercar programs. This can be seen, for example, in the pierced stem, which mirrors the side strake of the Aston Martin DB12. Customers will have a choice between 12-speed groupsets from companies like Shimano, Campagnolo, and Sram Red.
Beyond their environmental advantages, eBikes also offer distinct health benefits. These electric-assisted bicycles provide a versatile and accessible means of engaging in physical activity, catering to individuals of varying fitness levels. Riding an eBike encourages cardiovascular exercise, leg muscle engagement, and overall mobility.
The Hyper E-Ride City electric bike is commonly referred to as the electric bike from Walmart, as it sold almost exclusively at Walmart locations. The bikes battery lacks range, as the battery can only run for up to 20 miles or 1 hour. The E-Ride City scored a 26 on our Tower ebike score giving it a “non recommended ebike” rating. “Bicycle use has changed greatly in the last 10 years but we see a bright future in cycling and stay committed to developing products that everyone can understand. MINOURA will continue to enhance product development and planning to keep our 80 year promise of delivering great, well-built products.” As things stand, the difference in weight between a brand’s aero road bike and climbing bike can be relatively small, meaning there’s often little to be gained by switching from the former to the latter. As a result, it wasn’t uncommon to see lead weights added to bikes to ensure they passed checks by beady-eyed UCI commissaires.
In the case of coated surfaces, there may be color differences due to the usual process fluctuations. The consumption values stated refer to the roadworthy series condition of the vehicles at the time of factory delivery. At our webstore, we offer Hyper Bicycles frames, known for their quality and durability. Founded in 1990, Hyper Bicycles has been dedicated to producing high-performance bikes that meet the needs of riders of all levels and styles. Brands have always taken great pleasure in declaring their bikes “illegally light”, but if the minimum weight limit goes, so does the viability of this as a marketing strategy. Our former colleague, Matthew Loveridge, used to insist that a lighter bike “will always be more fun to ride, all else being equal”, for example, and the idea that modern road bikes are ‘too heavy’ is frequently raised in the comments sections of our website and YouTube channel.