At first glance, The Ride looks like just another high-end beach cruiser. But take a look at the crank and wheel, and you'll find a an innovative transmission that adjusts for an infinite number of gear ratios.
The NuVinci system is based on a mechanism sketched by Leonardo da Vinci. Fallbrook Technologies hope to utilize it in cars, wind turbines and more. But for now, it's benefits are reserved for those willing to toss $3G to Ellsworth Hand-Crafted Bicycles.
The Infinitely Geared Bike [Popular Science]
