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Re:Industrial Designer Ron Arad Reinvents The Wheel For A Sm... by gcb on Sunday November 13, 2011 @07:31PM (#3232282)
It DOES slow you down. can't you notice on the video? They guy is pedaling standing up and it barely moves.

btw, this is the same concept that forces racers to use slim tires. less cushioning, but less drag.

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Re:Industrial Designer Ron Arad Reinvents The Wheel For A Sm... by andrewflnr on Sunday November 13, 2011 @08:35PM (#3232429)
It's almost exactly like the tires are always flat.
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