| Unique cyclist promoting no pedals, no seat |
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| Thursday, 04 February 2010 18:07 |
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A long time Coaldale bicycling enthusiast is introducing a new kind of cycle to the region. Mike Williamson is importing the Stepper from the United States. The cycle, built in China and Taiwan, was created by a bike designer in San Diego. “He and I have talked several times,” said Williamson. A friend of the Coaldale cyclist saw a magazine article about the unique Stepper and knowing Williamson loved biking passed it on to him. Williamson located the U.S. distributor and is now bringing the cycle to Canada. He originally bought 10 of the Steppers, selling five right away, which feature no seat and require bikers to use a climbing motion to move the power the cycle. He is currently making plans to bring in more Steppers to stock his new retail outlet slated to open this spring in Coaldale. The unique cycle is basically a stepper on wheels which provides a stronger workout than a regular bicycle. “It’s an amazing workout.” Williamson was so taken with the unique bike design he bought the Stepper without being able to take it for a test spin. “They are so unique there’s nothing like it in Canada.” “I think it will really take off.” He currently has access to four models ranging from about $400 to $800. There is a Spyder and Diablo which work well for kids, the Hammer for men and the Work It, a female version of the Hammer. “My kids, within three minutes were able to ride these.” “If you can step up stairs you can ride this.” He encourages anyone who is interested in the unique cycles to come give one a test spin. The design provides eight speeds and no impact for riders. Williamson said even his mother, who couldn’t ride a bike, was able to master the Stepper in a few minutes. He has rode on many different surfaces and says he gets strange looks from people who realize he’s cycling without a seat or pedals. In fact, during a spin around Henderson Lake in Lethbridge, his cycle almost caused one cyclist to hit a tree when they became distracted by his Stepper. Williamson is excited about the potential the Stepper has to gain in popularity in Canada. “It was something I’d never seen before.” |
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