Bamboo bicycles coming to North America!!!  

Hi Philbo!
I've read about these bamboo bikes,and think them to be a great idea..a bike made from a readily available,fast growing natural resource material that's both strong and light...what's not to like? They should get a good reception from the eco-minded cyclists (same thing,right?) in the US,and maybe also from woodworking hobbyists who could find themselves with a new sideline in bikebuilding or repair..

For its low cost, new bamboo products have been tried, but most come to nil. For instance, the bamboo floor is not accepted, and the bamboo cutting board brings about hygeon issues. I do not see good future for the bamboo bike. For static chair, it is ok, but for mobile bike, safety is a big challenge.

hiya philbo

Interesting topic
I don't see why they wouldn't be a big seller if they have all those great assets.
I did a discussion on a young lad from Edinburgh who did stunts on his bicycle and it would be great for the likes of him.
I found an article on it for other members to view.. I know what it was like to not be able to C&P lol

http://www.pandabicycles.com/index.html

Alice

Intresting, but not what you'd call cheap. If they really take off though, and they bring out more models, the price might come down.

Bicycles coming to Northamerica welcomes soon and there always have a little problem of price in markets.Panda bicycles also coming to northamerica i think so.