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Specialized concept bikes

I ran across this Specialized Globe hybrid concept bike on an EcoVelo post. The picture came from the Flickr photostream of Hugo Cardoso, who apparently recently toured the factory. The hybrid Globe concept is interesting with its nicely integrated panniers, but as commenters to the Eco Velo post pointed out, seat adjustment would be an issue. Another concept bike inspired by more traditional European city bikes can also be found in Hugo’s photos. Actually, Hugo’s entire set from the tour is worth checking out. It includes quite a few fun concept bikes and show bikes (most of which I think are the work of Robert Egger). Some of the concept bikes I had seen before, but a few of them were new to me. In addition to the bikes, don’t miss the helmet renderings by Scott Robertson. Yep, it is definitely a photoset worth checking out.

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Tagged with city bike, commuter bikes, concept bike, design, Robert Egger, Scott Robertson, Specialized.

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By James Thomas – July 10, 2008

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maxrad says

I may be wrong, but I’d be surprised if those are Scott’s helmet renderings. Although I love his work, I don’t think he’s done anything for Specialized in years.

July 10, 2008, 3:24 pm Reply
GhostRider says

The Globe concept looks like a Vespa as seen through the eyes of Giorgetto Giugiaro…I am left underwhelmed.

July 10, 2008, 3:43 pm Reply
James says

Maxrad, it is probably an older drawing. Go to the picture in flickr and you can see Scott’s name on the side of the page.

ghostrider, it does look Vespa inspired. Yeah, it has some issues, but I always like to see concept bikes. The Vespa/moped aesthetic might be appeal to people who don’t ride now but would consider a bike with electric assist.

July 10, 2008, 3:58 pm Reply
Gaithersburger says

I caught this trike by Felipe Tolomei posted on gizmodo. Shows some similar lines with some of the other concepts on the flickr page (I’m thinking of the solid red Specialized with the non-adjustable seat). At least Hugo Cardoso’s included pedals… I guess this trike is for downhills mostly

July 11, 2008, 12:19 am Reply
David Miller says

Without a doubt, this bike looks amazing. I enjoy biking here in Georgia, it’s an important way I can get around. Some people overlook that and look at bikes just as leisure vehicles. Love this blog and I’ll return.

July 12, 2008, 12:36 pm Reply
hotouch says

hey its really awesome bike i like its style its just like a motorcycle is it not?

July 24, 2008, 5:55 am Reply