Hows it ride?  Looks really cool.

Looks really weird, but I mean that in a good way. But doesn't the absence of triangles compromise the strength?

I really like it and begin to be jealous to not have one...

I mean no disrespect, but to me no matter how technically sound the ride is, it has lost the aesthetics of a BMX ride... it looks like one of those geeky foldable bikes.

Did you and Malo design this just to push certain boundaries and prove it can be done, or otherwise, what is the purpose of this weird looking ride???


K

I think I should try and answer this one first.
I originally went to Malo with the plans, the front end was all drawn ... but the rear end was open for debate and input as I didnt know to what degree was possible in regards to custom rear tubing.

I do remember emailing Malo and saying with intrepidation, with me saying that I know it looks like a scooter ... but I want to go with this idea. Luckily enough Malo was up for the project and we pass ideas back and forth for at least a good month regarding the rear end until I think its safe to say we were both happy with the idea.

Now the negative :
I did think to myself, if people saw this and it ever led to a change in flatland frames in terms of shape - would I be blamed by the purists as it is a radical shape change in terms of aesthetics. With some loving it, and others hating it. If I am completely honest I didn't expect such a positive response by so many. But have been delighted by those who have.

The positive :
Space - that is the biggest pro aspect ... its very hard to get caught up with with so much free space.
Its truly a delight to ride (regardless if you like the look or not) as its so free in regards ergonomics. And its not like just a little space, I mean its everywhere imaginable.

Handling - Another sub lying thought had been this idea to experiment with the distribution of material to create a better balanced frame. And without wanting to brag, not only was this achieved but it has blown the lid of conventional design IMHO as it handles in such a way that the experience is truly magical. And I suppose this is the basic scientific part ... As by reducing the lines of of material and putting them more in line with direct paths, it creates a different balance by distribution. It also helps keep the frame stiff and nimble.

I need to see a video of this thing being ridden. It's already up on a few random websites where people nerd about bikes and I can't say I blame them. What is the overall weight?

yes,this frame has lost ther aesthetics of a bmx frame but it has open some new possible tricks that i can see..
i was wondering how would this frame be with a normal cs and ss back end..

.....now change the Frame and the Seatpost and you got a not bad looking bike at all....