John J Turi

US Patent:

56071728, Mar 4, 1997

Filed:

Nov 22, 1995

Appl. No.:

8/561698

Inventors:

John J. Turi - Princeton NJ

International Classification:

B62J 3900

US Classification:

280290

Abstract:

An extended bicycle frame (FIG. 2), (FIG. 3), (FIG. 4) and (FIG. 6) utilizing a top tube extended directly or at an angle rearward (12) from a forward top tube (10) at an intersection of a seat post (16) to a rear fork (14) connected downward to an axle (40) in combination with a harness apparatus (62) with front and rear male connectors (26) securable to forward (10) and rearward top tube (12) movable female connectors (24) providing a cyclist with a point of resistance at the shoulders or upper body (32) including a rotational/elevational handlebar (34). A cyclist, by either standing (FIG. 4 ) or leaning forward in various degrees (FIG. 2) (FIG. 3) is capable of efficiently implementing Newton's Law of Physics, For every action there is an equal and opposite reaction. An extended bicycle frame in combination with a harness apparatus, provides a means for a cyclist to exert a maximum force of his legs to said point of resistance (32) and directly translate said maximum force in an equal and opposite direction to the pedals (36) with a minimum of effort and discomfort. In previous art, a cyclist, without a harness contraption, on a normal bicycle (FIG. 1), (FIG.