Bike trainer
US8147388B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 21, 2010 |
| Grant date | Apr 3, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 13, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63B2069/165
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A bike trainer operable by a user for stationary riding when a conventional bicycle is coupled thereto. The bike trainer may be used by removing the rear wheel of the bicycle and selectively coupling the rear dropouts of the bicycle to an axle of the bike trainer. The bike trainer is operative to simulate the “feel” of riding a moving bicycle by providing resistance and inertia similar to that of a bicycle when used normally. To provide these features, the bike trainer includes a fan/flywheel as well as a freewheel mechanism. The bike trainer also includes features that permit simple coupling and decoupling to the bicycle using a “quick release skewer,” which allows users to easily use the bike trainer without required a substantial amount of time. The bike trainer also includes a base configured to support a user of the bike trainer in a fashion such that the user is sturdily supported during use.
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