I-Cycle Electric Bike Company has been following Elecy for more than a year now and we think that this is a terrific project that could really move velomobiles out of the sport enthusiast niche and into the mainstream, which would be a big boost for more mainstream velomobile acceptance. Keep pushing and we wish Tamara the best of luck and good fortune.
I've been designing and building electric vehicles for 20 years. The ElectroVelo, my thumbnail image Was completed in 2011 and I still use it to this day. I have a range of 260 km pure electric, more if I pedal. The number one thing to consider when designing an electrical vehicle for the road is the law. In most places in North America 4 wheels is not allowed unless it's a mobility scooter. There must be pedals and that must be speed restricted. As for financing for production that's difficult. Most people in North America still consider anything that doesn't have a large energy footprint to be a toy. For those who want or need such transportation it's often beyond their ability to afford. Government programs are trash and in my opinion are for those builders, producing inferior products. All the best to the young woman trying to make a difference. My advice is design a really good vehicle for yourself that is easy to repair and upgrade. Use it all the time and provide a positive example for others. We are fully entrenched in car culture and that's not going to change anytime soon.
I hope Tamara knows about Katanga's Velion and the Podbike. Given this is such a small market space I'd hope those who are working here could help one another.
Never mind, you’ve just gone inefficient regenerative breaking is to save where and tear on your mechanical brakes. The electricity you save is just a tiny bonus.
For cyclists, for inclement weather, this is nice. If you are targeting 25mph, you will never get car drivers to adopt this mode of transportation. Even with my smart fortwo or even the much bigger Fiat 500, so many people look at me like I have a death wish, and will never get into the car with me.
Fantastic initiative from a very smart girl. Hope she can bring successfully forward this very interesting project!
Great thought and creativity Ms.
Excelente projeto! Garota genial e ótimo entrevistador! Também estou quebrando a cabeça aqui no Brasil, desenvolvendo o Harpia e um quadriciclo!
I-Cycle Electric Bike Company has been following Elecy for more than a year now and we think that this is a terrific project that could really move velomobiles out of the sport enthusiast niche and into the mainstream, which would be a big boost for more mainstream velomobile acceptance.
Keep pushing and we wish Tamara the best of luck and good fortune.
1:41pm US.. is the drive tran chain, belt or shaft? 750w motor, 48v battery??
You are using a hub motor. How will you change a flat tire on the hub? Do the wheel covers remove easy?
I've been designing and building electric vehicles for 20 years. The ElectroVelo, my thumbnail image Was completed in 2011 and I still use it to this day.
I have a range of 260 km pure electric, more if I pedal.
The number one thing to consider when designing an electrical vehicle for the road is the law.
In most places in North America 4 wheels is not allowed unless it's a mobility scooter.
There must be pedals and that must be speed restricted.
As for financing for production that's difficult. Most people in North America still consider anything that doesn't have a large energy footprint to be a toy. For those who want or need such transportation it's often beyond their ability to afford.
Government programs are trash and in my opinion are for those builders, producing inferior products.
All the best to the young woman trying to make a difference. My advice is design a really good vehicle for yourself that is easy to repair and upgrade. Use it all the time and provide a positive example for others.
We are fully entrenched in car culture and that's not going to change anytime soon.
I hope Tamara knows about Katanga's Velion and the Podbike. Given this is such a small market space I'd hope those who are working here could help one another.
She specifically talks about the advantage she sees for the Elecy vs the Podbike in the interview 😊
Tamara is a very intelligent and a view for human powered vehicles but it will come down to affordability! Wish her well for the future
whats her channel gary?
I think Amara is the only velomobile type maker that has done any wind tunnel work.
Wind tunnel work was also done on the original Quest and Milan SL
Cooling: Barney Fif, style small cooler with ice & fan, small battery blower or small fan ran by separate battery or ran from a motor connection.
Never mind, you’ve just gone inefficient regenerative breaking is to save where and tear on your mechanical brakes. The electricity you save is just a tiny bonus.
For cyclists, for inclement weather, this is nice. If you are targeting 25mph, you will never get car drivers to adopt this mode of transportation. Even with my smart fortwo or even the much bigger Fiat 500, so many people look at me like I have a death wish, and will never get into the car with me.