@@macrumpton I'll admit, I've never seen one on the road here in Phoenix. Which means they're not sold here. But I was more referring to him enjoying life blissfully. I'm highly intelligent and functioning though. Which means I see through people's bullshit rather quickly. Which brings misery and depression.
You know something as a person that was depressed for a lot of years. As a person that is struggled with anger issues I CAME TO REALIZE SOMETHING JESUS CHRIST IS REAL The joy of the Lord is my strength no matter how dark the clouds may be. THE SON ALWAYS SHINE'S. Ask the good Lord to flood you with joy and peace to put his new song in your heart and you will find yourself waking up with a pep in your step knowing god is like putting supernatural unleaded into your tank
First and foremost.... your suit is nice, stylish, and fits perfectly! The Dry-cycle is a great concept and I hope the prototypes for that type of cycling commuting continues to improve and make an impact for “one less car”. Thanks for the information!
For so many people a vehicle like that combined with membership of a car club would cover all their transport requirements. I am a member of a car club here in Brighton & Hove city and I love it. About once a month I use a car or a van when I want to go some distance or take a load of rubbish to the recycling centre. All other journeys are by bicycle. However people who don't want to ride a bicycle could use the vehicle in this video for daily commuting etc. then when they need to visit auntie in Wales they can use a car from a car club. I think commuting in that vehicle would be so much better than using a car for most people. 07:31 - Stewart always steals the show when he's on.
Once driverless cars arrive, hardly anyone will own a car. You're right, this would fit perfectly into that ecosystem. The road should be much safer for velomobiles once drivers aren't in control of their cars.
Great video - and those enclosed bikes are great in bad weather. I started my commute in -13 C weather this morning in an enclosed bike and it was great; last year I would have taken a car.
@@mariuspm Yeah, but then you'll wind up with quality going the way it does - look, for example, at early-model products from most major PC companies- HP, Compaq, Dell... they were all built originally like industrial/military grade hardware, and could withstand almost anything. Apple too, for that matter, when you look at a Mac Pro from say the late 1990s vs a newer model - the 90s one will probably still be in far better condition, even with heavier use. They also COST a lot more, so.... there's a trade-off in making new products: Do you want to pay more and get the best of the best... or do you want cheap and "well, it's technically good enough for now... while it lasts." Unfortunately, most consumers will simply buy the absolute cheapest example, then assume ALL products of that kind are equal or lesser quality to the cheap no-brand knockoff. It's a vicious cycle. Also, this is a pretty vicious looking cycle. ;-)
@@mariuspm But without giving up the quality, yeah. This looks like something I'd feel comfortable using, once the final version is finished, if based on this.
Honestly a very economical and environment friendly vehicle. Fully enclosed from the elements and truck space and this is absolutely perfect. Yaba daba dooo
still uses fossil fuel to mfg. Also ask yourself what makes the electricity to charge it up. On the other hand it is cool. The integration of metal and plastic with electronics. Would have to have airbags and such to fly in California.
This is what I keep saying and not many get it . Riding an electric bike allows you to still get exercise but you don't turn up sweating and smelling . You feel refreshed but not exhausted . Also if the law changed to 500W like mot other countries then you would keep up with the flow of traffic while still getting exercise . Also if you reduce the assist level you can get your training in . Think of it as exercising but at a faster speed and not holding everyone behind .
I live in Holland where *everybody* uses bikes, and let me tell you: *Nobody* uses them to get some exercise. That is the very reason why many cyclists get electric bikes nowadays, because they do *not* want to strain themselves. If you design a mini-car, that costs the price of a mini-car, and you tell your customer he still has to peddle, they will laugh in your face. Because they were looking for a mini-car, not a bike. If you want to sell this to bikers, they will laugh in your face, because nobody is looking to pay the price of a mini-car while they just want to peddle to work. This may come as a surprise, but daily cyclists know how to deal with rain, and stay dry while they ride their bikes. This is not the first attempt at such a vehicle. We've seen many covered bikes in the past, and there just isn't a market for them. Cyclists don't want them, and businessmen certainly don't want them. I mean, seriously? They think there's a chance selling them to people who normally drive their expensive company cars and spit on cyclists getting in their way? And what's with the name that sounds like something my washing machine does?? I realize it's a pun, but still... Seriously, the one thing this project needed, was some decent market investigation: Checking whether or not people are interested in buying something like this, for the intended price, before they start making them. Because let me tell you: History shows that they are not interested. Make it a full-on electric mini-car, and you got a shot. This is a matter of mixing two market segments hoping for an overlap, but there is none. It's like a flying car: Drivers can't afford them and don't want them, and pilots want something that doesn't fly like a brick.
All velos need a reverse ratchet gear (just like with socket wrenches) for pedalled reversing and, with either a "backup beeper" (maybe a bell that is itself ratcheted to only ring when the wheel to which it could be attached is moving in reverse) or, taking a cue from American railways, the driver giving three signals (by horn or bell) to at least get people's attention that one's moving.
that's what am talking about ! Fully enclosed and cargo area. Wish they will work a model that allows 1 passenger though. It looks great and seems to work very well. Good job !
Every once in a while CZcams randomly shows me the coolest channels. It's after midnight, I'm 3 videos in and I've already followed. Great mode of transportation. 👋🏾Hello from the States.
So, its a cozy coupe for adults. Nice! All my friends had one as a kid, but I never had one. Now I can pass them by and make them feel jealous as an adult.
This actually looks like a good design. Motor-assisted, ok for commuting, big enough to be noticed by lorry drivers (unlike the Sinclair C5, which to me is the obvious machine to compare it against).
As much as i like the Idea behind it, one can buy an assisted Quattrovelo and a Quest for the Price of one DryCycle. Or a young Renault Zoe. Could be quite a Challenge to convince non-enthusiasts to buy this instead of basically anything else.
Grouchy Smurf: I hate economies of scale! Let's just hope that stuff like that becomes cheaper not only because of economies of scale but also due to advancing production methods (CNC's are getting cheaper as are 3D printing technologies for plastics and metals....)
HOw about the wallet aspect. Once you buy this thing you do not have to keep on putting, paying for gas in it, and also you can most likely cancel your gym membership and get your workout on the go
@@StoryeTime you are right with the gym membership but unfortunately, with power being as cheap as it is, and a few electric cars being as efficient (and subsidized) as they are, it is hard to convince people to give up the flexibility of their Renault Zoe for a couple thousand dollars or Euros or pounds less investment cost :( Bad hey, maybe you can also get a seven grand tax incentive for buying this vehicle?
Very interesting would like to see a little door on one side to make it easier for their target market to get in and out of, or a deeper dip in one side. I think for a healthier alternative to sitting in a car it is a great concept. They are thinking out details like covering components but how easy will it be to do maintenance work on. Price is a bit high and that is usually where these take a nose dive when going to market. This is not a velomobile and the jury is still out if there is a market and audience for this type of transportation. The price will be a hurdle to get over. The first person to be able to build this type of transportation for around 6k usd might be able to crack the market. The electrom does not have the full weather protection but is nimble and a little more customizable. Very interesting thank you for the video great job.
Once again I love the videos you produce they are very informative not at all boring and you let me see the actual product I just have two questions can you pull a trailer Weatherby for your child or just a small cargo trailer and me being a big guy at 350 lb could it support a writer like myself
I'm sure a trailer could be hooked up, maybe email Andy at Drycycle for the weight limit. I am glad that you enjoy the video's I put out. Its just a hobby and I seem to be getting better slowly :)
Hello John, I know this video is older. But I whas reading an science magazine, and directly recognized this picture. It is an advertisement for drycycle with this video's thumbnail as the picture. And directly knew it whas you. Pretty nice finding in an magazine in The Netherlands. Greetings from the green QV rider.
i dont want a car but i would have something like this and it would give me some exercise too .As long as other drivers behave then i would be happy to get about in one of these
I can already imagine the evolution of these....they'll be tricked out with ridiculous audio and visual electronic entertainment. Everybody will have one.
Hi John, never seen you in a suit before! A small foldout step could improve the accessibility for those of us with short legs or inappropriate clothing. I would give it a 9 out 10 if had that. All the best. Roy
Aw man thats sweet, since im a child and i dont have a drivers license i just use my bike and its like a car for me so if i could ride that then it would literally look like i had a mini car
Hi is it still possible to find this drycycle somewhere? Or perhaps someone who invent it or have any parts for it? Company site is not available..anyone know what happened with this project?
I normally like your thoughts on hpv concepts but this one I think is a no no for me. For 15,000 pounds you can buy 3 Norwegian podbikes wo are designed for the same purpose and much better looking. Also the parking concept is much better planned. I would really like you to get in touch with them to review their velomobil.
Dont understand the negative comments. This is supposed to be a commuter. As far as I can tell, it is pretty good for a prototype. Wanted to read the specs.
I like the interior bracing, but at 15000 pounds this thing is way too expensive and ugly. There are other alternatives that are much better and that will only cost a fraction: Podbike, podride, Schaeffler bio-hybrid, begorett, iris e-trike are some examples.
![2024-JUN-05 I SPENT 2 HOURS COMMUTING @ A5 M40 [WAC] WHY CAN'T PEOPLE GET IN LANE EARLIER?](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/9CgtryuHE5E/mqdefault.jpg)
I wish I had this man's happiness and enthusiasm.
If you rode velomobiles as much as he does it might help.
@@macrumpton I'll admit, I've never seen one on the road here in Phoenix. Which means they're not sold here. But I was more referring to him enjoying life blissfully. I'm highly intelligent and functioning though. Which means I see through people's bullshit rather quickly. Which brings misery and depression.
Surprisingly happy considering the UK is supposedly the angriest nation in the world.
I wish I had this man
You know something as a person that was depressed for a lot of years.
As a person that is struggled with anger issues
I CAME TO REALIZE SOMETHING JESUS CHRIST IS REAL
The joy of the Lord is my strength no matter how dark the clouds may be. THE SON ALWAYS SHINE'S.
Ask the good Lord to flood you with joy and peace to put his new song in your heart and you will find yourself waking up with a pep in your step knowing god is like putting supernatural unleaded into your tank
First and foremost.... your suit is nice, stylish, and fits perfectly! The Dry-cycle is a great concept and I hope the prototypes for that type of cycling commuting continues to improve and make an impact for “one less car”. Thanks for the information!
That’s so coo, you couldn’t stop smiling the whole journey, that shows how much fun it was, love it and lovely review mate
For so many people a vehicle like that combined with membership of a car club would cover all their transport requirements. I am a member of a car club here in Brighton & Hove city and I love it. About once a month I use a car or a van when I want to go some distance or take a load of rubbish to the recycling centre. All other journeys are by bicycle. However people who don't want to ride a bicycle could use the vehicle in this video for daily commuting etc. then when they need to visit auntie in Wales they can use a car from a car club. I think commuting in that vehicle would be so much better than using a car for most people.
07:31 - Stewart always steals the show when he's on.
Once driverless cars arrive, hardly anyone will own a car. You're right, this would fit perfectly into that ecosystem. The road should be much safer for velomobiles once drivers aren't in control of their cars.
Great video - and those enclosed bikes are great in bad weather. I started my commute in -13 C weather this morning in an enclosed bike and it was great; last year I would have taken a car.
No mention of price. As my mom used to say " If there's no price tag you probably can't afford it."
£14,995 + Options + Delivery. Sounds like your mom was right.
Concept is great, but the price point is completely untenable for the vast majority of people
@@kevindarkstar Price is nonsensical.
3 years later and how much for a second hand one. Are there many of them available?
Great Review and yes... there is a place for something like this. But near enough half the price of a Tesla... That's a bit difficult to swallow.
I reckon there will be more people designing their own.
@@mariuspm Yeah, but then you'll wind up with quality going the way it does - look, for example, at early-model products from most major PC companies- HP, Compaq, Dell... they were all built originally like industrial/military grade hardware, and could withstand almost anything. Apple too, for that matter, when you look at a Mac Pro from say the late 1990s vs a newer model - the 90s one will probably still be in far better condition, even with heavier use.
They also COST a lot more, so.... there's a trade-off in making new products:
Do you want to pay more and get the best of the best... or do you want cheap and "well, it's technically good enough for now... while it lasts."
Unfortunately, most consumers will simply buy the absolute cheapest example, then assume ALL products of that kind are equal or lesser quality to the cheap no-brand knockoff. It's a vicious cycle. Also, this is a pretty vicious looking cycle. ;-)
@@ArtemisKitty agree, hopefully this gets traction and scale to where they can compete with Elf.
@@mariuspm But without giving up the quality, yeah. This looks like something I'd feel comfortable using, once the final version is finished, if based on this.
A velomobile is pretty much always going to end up on the wrong side of the economies of scale equation.
What a great invention and a significant contribution to health and the environment. Well done!
Yes John! Your channel rocked up in my feed. Some great content really well presented man, well done... keep it coming Ted x
Cheers Ted X
We all need a bit of you my friend and one of my fave subjects. You got a new subscriber 👍
Amazing job! Hugs from Brazil!
Your smile says it all what a fun way to get around town
Honestly a very economical and environment friendly vehicle. Fully enclosed from the elements and truck space and this is absolutely perfect. Yaba daba dooo
still uses fossil fuel to mfg. Also ask yourself what makes the electricity to charge it up. On the other hand it is cool. The integration of metal and plastic with electronics. Would have to have airbags and such to fly in California.
@@martinnorbeck5961 depends on the house hold as where I live I generate my own electricity.
James Bond of veliomobiles. 😀 Looks fun!
The american version can be fitted with a machine gun
Hi and thanks for that video!
Nice velomobile for the city!!!
Let's wait for the last version for marketing!
Forza.
👍🤙😉
This is what I keep saying and not many get it . Riding an electric bike allows you to still get exercise but you don't turn up sweating and smelling . You feel refreshed but not exhausted . Also if the law changed to 500W like mot other countries then you would keep up with the flow of traffic while still getting exercise . Also if you reduce the assist level you can get your training in . Think of it as exercising but at a faster speed and not holding everyone behind .
I live in Holland where *everybody* uses bikes, and let me tell you: *Nobody* uses them to get some exercise. That is the very reason why many cyclists get electric bikes nowadays, because they do *not* want to strain themselves. If you design a mini-car, that costs the price of a mini-car, and you tell your customer he still has to peddle, they will laugh in your face. Because they were looking for a mini-car, not a bike. If you want to sell this to bikers, they will laugh in your face, because nobody is looking to pay the price of a mini-car while they just want to peddle to work. This may come as a surprise, but daily cyclists know how to deal with rain, and stay dry while they ride their bikes.
This is not the first attempt at such a vehicle. We've seen many covered bikes in the past, and there just isn't a market for them. Cyclists don't want them, and businessmen certainly don't want them. I mean, seriously? They think there's a chance selling them to people who normally drive their expensive company cars and spit on cyclists getting in their way? And what's with the name that sounds like something my washing machine does?? I realize it's a pun, but still...
Seriously, the one thing this project needed, was some decent market investigation: Checking whether or not people are interested in buying something like this, for the intended price, before they start making them. Because let me tell you: History shows that they are not interested. Make it a full-on electric mini-car, and you got a shot.
This is a matter of mixing two market segments hoping for an overlap, but there is none. It's like a flying car: Drivers can't afford them and don't want them, and pilots want something that doesn't fly like a brick.
@@TheBushdoctor68 I wouldn't ride this . It is bulky, hard to park, hard to filter and in fact is wider than a cycle lane .
@@SKBKER Indeed! They would fit here, but not all the lanes are as wide as the ones in my area. City lanes are horrible narrow.
TheBushdoctor68 exactly, The Sinclair C5 was almost 40 years ago and it bankrupted him.
Sure you don't stink.
Why do they call you Stinky at work then?
All velos need a reverse ratchet gear (just like with socket wrenches) for pedalled reversing and, with either a "backup beeper" (maybe a bell that is itself ratcheted to only ring when the wheel to which it could be attached is moving in reverse) or, taking a cue from American railways, the driver giving three signals (by horn or bell) to at least get people's attention that one's moving.
That is really cool.
I've seen a few different versions of these and I have got to say that this one does look good.
It's fantastic!
the extra eco mode harnesses the electricity generated by those trousers
that's what am talking about ! Fully enclosed and cargo area. Wish they will work a model that allows 1 passenger though. It looks great and seems to work very well. Good job !
Absolutely fabulous! I own an Organic Transit ELF. Velo is the way to go
Every once in a while CZcams randomly shows me the coolest channels. It's after midnight, I'm 3 videos in and I've already followed. Great mode of transportation. 👋🏾Hello from the States.
What a wonderful voice.
This is my 1st video of yours I'm watching and I thought the guy you let ride wasn't gonna come back hahaha "Stewart"
Luv it bruv x
very good video. cool bike.
Man that's soo much fun I don't know why it is about a car bike that make its SOO Funn
Storage. It would be cool to access the storage space behind the seat with a rear hatch like the Twizy cargo?
It looks comfy and practical at the same time.
So, its a cozy coupe for adults. Nice! All my friends had one as a kid, but I never had one. Now I can pass them by and make them feel jealous as an adult.
I'm not the only one then😅
My kind of video! Thanks!
Perfect.i loved
This is Brilliant! 👍
The smile on your face says it all :-)
I was noticing how much less noise inside than when you were standing beside it. Nice.
This actually looks like a good design. Motor-assisted, ok for commuting, big enough to be noticed by lorry drivers (unlike the Sinclair C5, which to me is the obvious machine to compare it against).
Great idea
wow! awesome😍
Love this idea.. seen so many as an idea but none actually in the shops.
1 question tho, where do you put it once at work?
we need that here in the philippines. i wish i could have one. hehehe so cute.
Love it.
just awesome this thing!
As much as i like the Idea behind it, one can buy an assisted Quattrovelo and a Quest for the Price of one DryCycle. Or a young Renault Zoe.
Could be quite a Challenge to convince non-enthusiasts to buy this instead of basically anything else.
Grouchy Smurf: I hate economies of scale!
Let's just hope that stuff like that becomes cheaper not only because of economies of scale but also due to advancing production methods (CNC's are getting cheaper as are 3D printing technologies for plastics and metals....)
HOw about the wallet aspect. Once you buy this thing you do not have to keep on putting, paying for gas in it, and also you can most likely cancel your gym membership and get your workout on the go
@@StoryeTime you are right with the gym membership but unfortunately, with power being as cheap as it is, and a few electric cars being as efficient (and subsidized) as they are, it is hard to convince people to give up the flexibility of their Renault Zoe for a couple thousand dollars or Euros or pounds less investment cost :(
Bad hey, maybe you can also get a seven grand tax incentive for buying this vehicle?
@@StoryeTime The Wallet aspect? That in mind, i buy a Quest or QV, have all the benefits you´re talking about AND have 8 Grand more in my Wallet.
Love to see it in the rain!....wondering if it would struggle in the snow?
Very interesting would like to see a little door on one side to make it easier for their target market to get in and out of, or a deeper dip in one side. I think for a healthier alternative to sitting in a car it is a great concept. They are thinking out details like covering components but how easy will it be to do maintenance work on. Price is a bit high and that is usually where these take a nose dive when going to market. This is not a velomobile and the jury is still out if there is a market and audience for this type of transportation. The price will be a hurdle to get over. The first person to be able to build this type of transportation for around 6k usd might be able to crack the market. The electrom does not have the full weather protection but is nimble and a little more customizable. Very interesting thank you for the video great job.
Fantastico!
Obviously the future of personal transport.
Something not everyone gets
Nope.
there doesn't seem to be much creaking sounds which is unusual for a bike like that.
Where do you put the backpack or hand bag! No storage? Otherwise, 🥰 I just love it! Also , add a coffee cup holder and you are set!
I would love driving one of those on a Rainy day.
"To replace the car" which is true especially as it costs more than most average cars and certainly much more than a motorcycle
Yeah love the concept with that price is a luxury toy ,won't replace any cars and wont be adopted by many people.
Amazing! These should be on the streets of every congested city! Question... What's the width?
920 MM
Once again I love the videos you produce they are very informative not at all boring and you let me see the actual product I just have two questions can you pull a trailer Weatherby for your child or just a small cargo trailer and me being a big guy at 350 lb could it support a writer like myself
I'm sure a trailer could be hooked up, maybe email Andy at Drycycle for the weight limit. I am glad that you enjoy the video's I put out. Its just a hobby and I seem to be getting better slowly :)
Just the right speed awesome
I think your right about the entering and egress but I guess that's for crash safety.
Hello John, I know this video is older. But I whas reading an science magazine, and directly recognized this picture. It is an advertisement for drycycle with this video's thumbnail as the picture. And directly knew it whas you. Pretty nice finding in an magazine in The Netherlands.
Greetings from the green QV rider.
The that's cool 😎
i dont want a car but i would have something like this and it would give me some exercise too .As long as other drivers behave then i would be happy to get about in one of these
Seems like a good idea but where are you going to park it?
I wonder if you could put a bicycle utility trailer on it to haul say tripods and cameras around for work. That would be amazing!
Can this go in cycle lanes with this? Would be good if it had a little boot or somewhere to put your shopping or your dog.
its cool in color black and tinted windshield awesome mini cycle car..
Thank you
How about a solar panel roof on it would it give you more range charging the battery on the go would it work
I really want to make something like this cause this is cool and it really is one of the future modes of transport that will be available
I like this..
The dry cicle is a great invention I dream of it when I was in junior high school. I wish they could sell this in Puerto Rico.
Nice!
Did this ever come to market in the USA I haven’t seen them and I’m waiting and hoping they do.😊
Cool seats
I would use one. It's brilliant.
It’s great I’ve just realised that it’s from my hometown of Bedfordshire!!!!!!
What are all the options for velomobile purchasable in the UK?
you look great in that suit !
Impressive.
I can already imagine the evolution of these....they'll be tricked out with ridiculous audio and visual electronic entertainment. Everybody will have one.
Does it overheat inside with you paddling heavily while the canopy amplifies the heat of the sun?
he say's very clear: if you fell getting warm up, you can open up a little bit that canopy and inside will be naturally ventilated.
Coming up, the enclosed rikshaw... taddaa..!!
Not entirely bad. I wouldn't mind driving one.
I love the suit it looks flexible
A few well off people out of cars. Is it limited to 15 mph or does it need a licence ?
It is a really nice looking vehicle.
Is the suspension soft or STIFF???
Looks like one of those grocery shopping car carts for kids
Does it have a reverse?
Oh, yes it does. Good job!
Such a cool thing...
Does it drive or can you only sit in it and talk to the camera?
Nice
Sangat bagus 👍👍
Kapan di jual di indonesia 🙏❤️
available in the US?
Does this vehicle ride exclusively on the bike lane?
Hi John, never seen you in a suit before! A small foldout step could improve the accessibility for those of us with short legs or inappropriate clothing. I would give it a 9 out 10 if had that. All the best. Roy
Aw man thats sweet, since im a child and i dont have a drivers license i just use my bike and its like a car for me so if i could ride that then it would literally look like i had a mini car
It would be nice if more countries invested in the type of vehicle. Another innovation that can be implemented into a sustainability mix.
I think a regular bike would give you more control on the road, more convenient. This kind of pod bike is for a small market.
I would totally buy one and drive it to and from work on the daily commuter. Just wish they didn't cost so much.
Interesting design. It does not have windscreen wiper? It would be impossible to see anything during rainy and dark autumn mornings.
Apparently the wiper system is near completion.
Hi is it still possible to find this drycycle somewhere? Or perhaps someone who invent it or have any parts for it? Company site is not available..anyone know what happened with this project?
I normally like your thoughts on hpv concepts but this one I think is a no no for me. For 15,000 pounds you can buy 3 Norwegian podbikes wo are designed for the same purpose and much better looking. Also the parking concept is much better planned. I would really like you to get in touch with them to review their velomobil.
I agree! Podbike, BioHybrid, Podride, Iris e-Trike are all much better both in terms of looks and cost-wise. Feature-wise they are all very similar.
Dont understand the negative comments. This is supposed to be a commuter. As far as I can tell, it is pretty good for a prototype. Wanted to read the specs.
I like the interior bracing, but at 15000 pounds this thing is way too expensive and ugly. There are other alternatives that are much better and that will only cost a fraction: Podbike, podride, Schaeffler bio-hybrid, begorett, iris e-trike are some examples.
@@roger3893 just buy a car
I suppose you could use a little box to step on to make it easier to get in and out.