Energy Return Wheel Needs No Air, Never Goes Flat

Oct-31-12 Originally designed for automobiles, the Energy Return Wheel now brings its flat-defying technology to mountain bikes.

Developed by Britek Tire and Rubber of Colorado, the Energy Return Wheel consists of a center layer of rubber that is stretched and held tightly by a series of rods, which can be adjusted for different types of terrain. The mountain bike version of the wheel includes 29-inch carbon fiber rims and is open on the sides, although Britek founder Brain Russell is considering covering the opening with thin sidewalls to keep debris from getting caught in the tire.

Besides eliminating the risk of flats, the company claims the ERW also helps increase performance by storing potential energy in the stretched rubber.

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