One of a few early concepts sketches.
The development process started with the team getting out in the urban environment and understanding what worked, what didn't in terms of durability. We progressed with ideas borrowed from playground equipment - use plastics and stainless steel among other materials to make a system that would last.
Ryan took the prototype to a production detail level. When you are trying to get it done fast, a lot of corners are cut. Ryan put a big effort into refining the design and making it work for manufacturing. He's since worked on two even better versions of BCycle.
The finished prototype at Trek HQ
The first install in Philadelphia - at the Naval Yard.
