Commuting by bicycle to a metro station might just get riders only part way to work, especially if the distance from the station at the other end is far. Plus most commuters probably don’t love the idea of leaving a bike in the elements all day. But Tern Bicycles, maker of folding bikes, is working with the Stuttgart Transit Authority to provide a special folding bike at a special bike. Unlike regular bikes these folding ones can even be taken on the train during rush hour – providing riders a way to ride a bike, ride a train and ride a bike the rest of the way.
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Tern Bicycles Goes to SXSW
The annual SXSW (South by South West) trade show is a week and half event that encompasses interactive, film and music. And this year the Austin, Texas-based event, which has made strides to be environmentally conscious, is offering its first-ever bike share program.
This week urban transport specialist Tern Bicycles announced it would serve as the event’s exclusive cycling industry partner. Dubbed “SXcycles,” the bike share program will be available Friday, March 9, through Tuesday, March 13, from 9:00am until 2:00am. SXSW-Interactive features five days of compelling presentations from the brightest minds in emerging technology. Continue reading Tern Bicycles Goes to SXSW
Interbike 2011: Tern Folding Bicycle
Enid Burns of KineticShift talks to Joshua Hon VP of Tern Bicycles about the features of their Eclipse model. This folding bicycle has a unique dynamo hub switch that allows the rider to turn off electric power production. The bicycle also has other characteristics to fit an urban life. The stem height and reach can be adjusted by hand in about 2 seconds while the entire bike can be folded and bagged up for storage in around 15 seconds. It also sports a peculiar chain cover that will shield your body and clothing from grease.