Chain-less bikes invade

Following a trend we reported on some time ago, more and more chain-less bikes are being introduced into different segments in the bicycle industry. From big companies like Trek Bicycles to small ones like this latest introduction: Abio, companies are hoping the benefits will outweigh the “unique pedal feel” that a belt delivers.

Aibo introduced commuter-specific models to take advantage of the belt-drive bicycles reduced maintenance and greasy chain that keeps many of us from considering bicycles as legitimate alternative transportation. Belt-driven bicycles withstand the rigors of mountain biking so there is every reason to believe city streets won’t give the system any problems.