Reviews

My 3rd week and this time I was able to stay longer on the halfbike without stopping after installing maglock pedals. I prefer this bike than conventional bike because my prosthetic leg can hold longer even if my amputee leg sweats hard. So far, loving it. I still have lots to learn and adapt. But no rush. I have all the time I needed.

The halfbike was the best present I got it in recent years. I have my bike for the past 12 months and I don’t know what was like before it.

This is completely different from anything I have had to do. The mental rewiring that one must perform in order to ride the Halfbike is nothing short of amazing. I recommend the Halfbike for anyone that wants to experience something new to learn, like that first time you learned how to ride your bike without training wheels or the first time you learn how to drive a car.

I love my halfbike, I have just done an 18.8 km ride to the beach and back here in Adelaide. What a workout. I love the way it moves, the way it adjusts to the road, I love the freedom, but best of all I love people's reactions to this unique and beautiful machine

I think the way this demands learning, developing the pathways for balance and skill, the physicality of creating new muscle memory, is incredibly stimulating for your brain. At 61, I think the benefits of making this commitment are innumerable and I already feel like I want to continually find new activities that require this type of learning curve… to keep mind and body flexible. Love it!!! A commitment to time and patience, well worth it.

I've always wanted to ride a bicycle since i could remember. Never succeeeded in being able to ride one. 42 years old now and I looked for something to get me in better shape. I've been recently diagnosed with hypertension, requiring two kinds of regular medicine to control the blood pressure. The COVID phenomena mandates people with good health to have better chance of surviving in case get infected. So, I looked up the internet to find some means of fun activity that I can start to keep my health up. a lot of things came up, until I found HB. Ordering one is not cheap at all considering large amount of taxes and transportation to be paid for. I looked up everywhere trying to find predecessors in Thailand that had any experience with the halfbikes. None. a few google results came up with chinese made HB machines which i presume to be replica of the first HB generation. So i took some courage and ordered one after seeing so many positive reviews of it. It took about two weeks to arrive by DHL. 2 hours assembly with no special tools. 3 days of balancing learning got me a little bruised at the ankles and knees. my initial physique allowed for only 1-2 km . distance ride per session. But the fun was already winning over the fatigue. I kept practicing more and more hoping to be able to balance nicely, turn sharply at any corners. after 2-3 weeks the efforts paid off with even more fun. I could finally make U-turn with only 2 meters wide road. more and more distance maximum I could reach. until I was at a point where I could ride average of 20 km. per day. my maximum distance of ride per one session was 33 km. 3 inches of waist decrease. 10 kg of body weight decrease. no more sleep troubles / snoring / sleep apnea. no more gastroesophageal refluxes. many new trips to the mall picking up new shapely clothings. walking up stairs ability 4-5 floors at a time is feasible and my legs felt strongest in my life. backpain from sit straining during surgery (I'm a surgeon) faded away and did not come back anymore now that my core muscles (front belly, waist, back muscles, shoulders, hips) are much stronger than before. my blood pressure levels are easily controlled and medicines lowered. all these thanks to the halfbike team wonderful creation and they provided supports at times I needed them.

Halfbike, particolare mezzo di trasporto comprensibile già dal nome si tratta di una bicicletta, ma ben diversa da quelle tradizionali; una particolare “bicicletta a metà”, a 3 ruote, curiosa, ma certamente utile per fare degli ottimi esercizi all’aria aperta. Questa strana 3 ruote, metà bici e metà monopattino, è un ibrido abbastanza strano: priva della sella, si usa pedalando in piedi; dotata non di 2 ruote come la bici ma di 3 per restare in equilibrio (due sono le posteriori, molto più piccole di quella anteriore), ha i pedali collegati con una catena alla ruota motrice anteriore, e il telaio è infatti destrutturato e sostituito da un corpo con profilo a “doppia esse” che si estende per tutta la lunghezza snodato in alluminio, quindi anche abbastanza leggera. L’ Halfbike si guida stando in piedi e per girare è necessario inclinarsi, in modo simile a quanto avviene con gli skateboard. A primo vista sembra un monopattino ma ha il manubrio fisso e in questo caso viene usato solo come appoggio per le mani. Un concept decisamente innovativo, non per tutti, ma sicuramente originale e di sicuro interesse per chi cerca un metodo alternativo per muoversi e fare ginnastica. Le capacità di chi la guida, infatti, sono importanti: Egli può e deve controllare il veicolo con tutto il corpo e non solo con le mani; pedalare in modo corretto su una Half Bike assomiglia più al movimento naturale del camminare che a quello di andare seduti in bici! Chi guida questa “bici a metà” muove, estende in continuazione un po’ tutto il corpo, mettendo in atto una serie di movimenti fluidi e allo stesso tempo intuitivi. Half Bike è compatta e leggera allo stesso tempo, facile da trasportare praticamente ovunque. Essendo ripiegabile è possibile portarla agevolmente a bordo dei mezzi di trasporto pubblici (anche in metropolitana), portandosela appresso in ufficio e parcheggiandola poi sotto la scrivania. Per chi usa l’auto, invece, una volta ripiegata, la bici entra facilmente nel bagagliaio anche di una piccola vettura. I suoi ‘inventori’ (la Start Up Kolelinia è stata fondata da Martin Angelov e Mihail Klenov), sono due giovani architetti, grandi esperti della mobilità urbana, con una chiara visione di come essa può essere vissuta nella società contemporanea. Martin e Mihail credo possano essere considerati la ‘punta di diamante’ di quella pattuglia di giovani che si dedica alla ricerca innovativa sui sistemi di trasporto alternativi. Bravi davvero! In Italia siamo in pochi ad averla ancora ci contiamo su un palmo della mano ma visto i risultati siamo in continua crescita...

I have owned the Halfbike 2 since May 2020. Now after riding it for Only 4 months, I just had to have the Halfbike 3! I have only had the model 3 for a few weeks now, but I am astounded at the improvements made on this bike. I honestly wondered what they could have done better. By building the brake and the fourth gear into the hub and extending the high-grade aluminum into the handlebars was quite ingenious. The model 3 is far superior to the model 2. It makes tighter turns and handles more tightly overall. Somehow they managed to not make the bike feel smaller when you ride it, although the 18 inch wheel on the halfbike 3 is two inches smaller than the model 2. One of the first things I noticed when riding the newer bike is that all of the gears seem to provide more power on the model 3 than the previous model. Although I am in decent physical shape, the model 3 was a welcomed new challenge for me. Whereas I would run out of torque to push on faster on flat roads on Halfbike 2, I can now use the fourth gear and absolutely fly on this bike! I do think the folding hinges could’ve been a bit better as they need adjustment from time to time. But overall I must say this is a fantastically built bike. I would highly recommend getting one if you don’t mind a challenge.

My boys and I are simply enthusiastic! We really enjoy it! I probably should buy another one. The picture was taken on the bike path called "Via Verde, Costa dei Trabocchi" ABRUZZO, ITALY

Dreaming experience guys!!! No words to describe the flying sensation ...

Super cool and amazing! It's a loot a fun, and an effective way to work out.

Hallo, ich finde das Halfbike großartig. Mein Nachbar hat eins, ich hab probiert und mußte eins haben. Es hat bei mir gleich funktioniert. Ich fahr jetzt seit Juli mindesterns einmal pro Woche meine 14 km Runde (in ca. 1 Stunde). Es macht einfach riesig Spaß mit dieser super fitness fun Maschine . Jetzt hab ich das halfbike2, nächstes Jahr hol ich mir das halfbike3 ;-). Ich habe ein paar Fragen, wieviele halfbikes gibt es schon? Weltweit? In Deutschland? giebt es ein Deutschsprachiges Forum? Alles Gute dem halfbike-team, macht weiter so, Viele Grüße, Nils

Learning to ride and using the halfbike to get to work and back home has been a really fun and interesting exprience. In a way, I've had to relearn how to ride a bike. Though there was and is some things that I needed and need to upgrade, so that riding the Halfbike would feel more comfortable and stable for me. One of the first things that came up, was the handle bar or more specifically the handles. Because the handles are so close together and just normal tube shaped without stoppers on the ends. During longer riding sessions, I found it difficult to control and hold on to. Thus, I switched the original handles to "L" shaped ones. This gave me a better feeling of control and removed the risk of my hands slipping. Another option would have been gloves but these I would've most likely forgot somewhere now and then. Another obstacle, which I haven't yet decided on. Is that I'm wondering should I buy stronger springs for the bike. The main reason is that because here in Finland we don't really have evenly flat walkways to ride on and in many occasions, when I would ride over the road. There would be a small sudden drop with an angle towards another direction I wouldn't be going in. You wouldn't feel this with a two wheel bike but because the Halfbike has three and two of them on the back. It feels like the bike wants to throw me off. I've learned to control this but I'm wondering would stronger springs help with this matter a bit. I've read the forums on this idea and I know the downsides of it also. The last problem I'm having is the pedals or I still need to adjust to this type of cycling. After riding for awhile I notice a uncomfortable tension under my feet. This might just be that my feet aren't used to this type of cycling yet or It could be the bikes pedals are to narrow for me and these need some development for me. Overall I'll still give full marks for this bike because it is fun, interesting and friendly for small modification to suit the riders needs better. Everyone is different and this requires different solutions to suit everyones needs. As long as the base is there and working then it's positive uphill from there.

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Easy to assemble, and once you get the hang of it, it's great fun. It took me a while to master the not unfrequent potholes and damaged asphalt of Oslo, but now it's a breeze (except for some of the steepest uphill slopes, that's really hard work!). Excellent workout for a lot of muscle groups, and you get a lot of attention.

Well what to say, I'm very satisfied with my halfbike: I'm still learning to "ride outside the box" but I can say it's a unique experience. It's a bit tiring but really fulfilling. It seems a bit like meeting a new friend: you have to relax a little at the beginning, you are a little afraid but you want to show her that you want to know her better and gradually start trusting her more, until running together faster and faster. Highly recommended!

dear Halbike Team, Luckily (more than) I have been wittnessing the evolution of the halfbike since the very first steps. It's more than a vehicle - it's a joy! Happy to be part of your family, your multi-layered Revolution!

Bonjour , je suis entièrement ravis de ce produit , je l’utilise très souvent je devient très bon , je ne peux plus m’en passer ! Les gens autour de moi sont très attirés par ce déplacement très original en fun ! Entièrement satisfait ! J’espère que je n’aurais pas trop de difficulté à pouvoir remplacer certaines pièces plus tard , si défectueuses ! Merci

Je suis très content de mon halfbike, attention cet engin ne souffre la comparaison avec aucun autre, il n'a pas le rayon d'action d'un vélo, je ne m'en sers que comme un outil ludique de "training". En effet le halfb est super cardio, il faut être en permanence en mouvement sous peine de s'arrêter, lorsqu'un côte se présente le rythme cardiaque monte assez haut, en descente le mouvement ressemble assez a celui d'un skieur avec transport du poids du corps d'un côté puis de l'autre afin de slalomer. Je me sers du halfb comme un outil ludique et fun de training.

The half-bike hit my address not too long ago. I'd been eyeing the bicycle as an alternative to running. Eventually soft tissue gives way in older age. That said, the experience has been nothing short of hilarious. Fun to watch others navigate the challenge. A challenge that inspires smiles and giddiness when it's no longer the challenge. The instructions warn that their is a user experience dip. For me, it took 3 attempts to stay upright. Braking requires leaning back. Straight lines require a delicate touch on the handle bar. Those are early observations. I'm no master. However the experience has been nothing short of energizing. It awakens the senses to create new muscle memory. I'm looking forward to turning heads while I zip through the pathways of Austin.

I'm 55 and the only human-powered wheeled conveyances I've ridden have been regular bicycles and (as a kid) old-fashioned roller skates--no skateboards, unicycles, scooters, or in-line skates. So I am still in learning mode on the Halfbike--trying to get my brain to write the new algorithms necessary to really RIDE. Nevertheless, I'm enjoying the learning curve and the comments of neighbors along the lines of "what the heck is THAT thing?" The only glitch in buying the Halfbike was that my credit card required me to call for a real-time override, since the Halfbike ships from Bulgaria. But once I accomplished that, shipping was very fast and it arrived much sooner than I expected. And assembly was easy with the printed instructions and the custom tool included in the package. Overall, I give Halfbike a grade of A for making a high-quality product that is giving this middle-aged guy a fun challenge that's unlike any other exercise I've tried.

Looked at lots of different types of bikes but none were exactly what I wanted until I found the half bike. I wanted something that could be easily transported easily maintained and wasn't excited about traditional or recumbent style bikes. When I discovered stand up bikes I knew I was headed in the right direction but they were still too cumbersome. I also just didn't want to deal with a derailer and was considering single speed or fixed gear. The minimalist half bike was exactly what I was searching for. I am thrilled with my purchase and would certainly buy it again and do enthusiastically recommend it to others

from Okinawa

halfbike is special, unique. Lots of fun. Feels like at least five screws are not tightened up. But they are ;-) You need to learn riding a bike, sorry halfbike, from scratch. Truly a head turner. A full body fitness tool. I love it.

Hello from Germany (Berlin), I love riding my Halfbike to get to work! I found the perfect parkingspot for my Halfbike. For me is riding the Halfbike the perfect sport for me! Why? It’s a fullbody workout! It’s like running, cycling and skiing at the same time. In the past I was a catcher in a Baseballteam and later I ran some Marathons. Running is not good for my knees anymore that’s why I bought a Halfbike. In July I had a stroke and riding the Halfbike helps me a lot to keep me healthy! I also go in a fitness studio with some friends. We love kettlebell and TRX workouts. One of my friends is going along with me riding my Halfbike! Now he loves it, too! :-) Keep on riding your Halfbike! Best regards Holger