by David Alby Medina
Publication date: 6th October 2024
Publication date: 6th October 2024
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INTRODUCTION
This project focuses on developing an ergonomic competition bike saddle designed for virtual cycling. With the rapid growth of platforms like Zwift, new challenges in rider comfort and posture have emerged. The goal was to address these issues through a design process grounded in ergonomics, biomechanics, and advanced materials.
Note. Images used on the moodboard are for inspiration purposes only. All rights belong to their respective owners.
DISCUSSION
Virtual cycling can cause discomfort from prolonged static positions, which is made worse by modern sedentary lifestyles. These issues often lead to pain, numbness, and poor posture, particularly among non-professional riders. The saddle design aims to address these problems by considering different use cases, testing early, and using new materials. Inspired by personal experience and observations of how riders interact with their bikes, the project emphasizes the need to explore novel processes in modern bicycle saddle design.
Disclaimer
Please note that certain elements of the design, such as the paper packaging format and the saddle rail attachment system, have certain elements of features that are not original designs by me and may be patented by third parties. These visual elements have been adopted here for a hypothetical use case without any commercial intent.
