Machine element or mechanism – Control lever and linkage systems – Elements
Patent
1991-06-10
1992-08-18
Braun, Leslie A.
Machine element or mechanism
Control lever and linkage systems
Elements
745518, B62K 2112
Patent
active
051388936
ABSTRACT:
An improved handgrip adapter system for a bicycle which provides closely spaced handgrips positioned below and in front the a normal bicycle handlebar crosspiece. The handgrips comprise a pair of tubular members having clamps at one end adapted to be clamped to the crosspiece of normal bicycle handlebars. The tubes extend forward and downward from the crosspiece, curving down and back to provide a comfortable gripping surface for a rider. The handgrips may be positioned a suitable distance apart, selected in accordance with the size and preference of the rider, with the handgrips preferably positioned so that the hands low and are relatively close together, so that the rider's hands and arms are within the horizontal chest dimension. The handgrips extend further to the front than the handlebar handgrips, so that the rider's back is substantially horizontal. The handgrips extend slightly toward each other to acccommodate the rider's arms angling in from the shoulders for maximum riding comfort. These handgrips leave the normal handlebars fully usable where maximum riding speed is not desired. These handgrips comply with present United States Cycling Federation regulations for use in certified mass start racing events.
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Braun Leslie A.
Gilliam Frank D.
Yip Winnie
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