Eurobike 2022 technology gallery, day two: Magnets, motors and 3D printing galore - CyclingTips
The bicycle industry seems to be obsessed with 3D printing these days. It has long been a product development staple for rapid prototyping, but is quickly becoming the preferred production method for high-end consumer products as well. Selle Italia and Selle San Marco are jumping into the saddle pool with a new model slated for release later this year, Elastic Interface Technology has incorporated 3D printed pads into a new premium chamois concept, and German outdoor brand Jack Wolfskin is even using 3D printing for backpack pads. What’s next? Only time (and imagination) will tell. Fidlock — maker of all the fancy magnetic helmet buckles, like on Bell’s new Falcon XR — is also continuing to expand its range of magnet-based closures. There are plenty of accessories that use the same hook concept, but also things like a magnet-based hydration bladder reservoir. Perhaps most interesting, however, is the new magnetic ratcheting shoe closure concept called the Winch which is ...