When fitness eventually goes virtual, cyclists and triathletes will lead the charge. Spandex-clad Cave of Pain warriors were avatars in virtual training worlds long before Mark Zuckerberg became Meta. Now, the experience of traveling indoors is about to get even more real.
the Muoverti TiltBike it is an interior system full of sensors; is the first to implement digitized handlebar steering and elastomer-guided side-to-side lean to create a realistic ride. It has an algorithm-driven physics engine that simulates real-world forces like acceleration, deceleration, tilt, braking, and inertia. Meanwhile, Bluetooth and WiFi connectivity ensure it works well with popular training platforms like Zwift.
So is this the tool that will help the men in Lycra conquer the Metaverse? We caught up.
me) 7
The number of prototype iterations the TiltBike has gone through since its inception over five years in development.
ii) 49cm-64cm
TiltBike’s adjustable frame size range is suitable for most riders. You can also adjust the reach and height of the handlebars, the height of the seatpost and the saddle and the crank.
i) 14
The degrees of lean to either side work with normal steering to replicate the way cyclists move on the road in the real world.
i) 3
Riders can easily switch between a trio of frame types, including road, MTB and time trial, in under a minute.
i) 41
METERmetrics tracked in real time, including power, speed, cadence, left-right balance, pedal smoothness, torque effectiveness, and lateral force.
vi) 1,000x
The algorithm that ensures that the electromagnetic resistance stays true to real-world physics is updated a thousand times per second. You can create real-time travel simulations such as angular wind speed and rolling resistance.
