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I.G. Cardboard Techologies Bicycle Prototype

Specifications

I.G. Cardboard Techologies Bicycle Prototype

Category

Transportation

Classification

CHENHALL - Distribution & Transportation Objects - Land Transportation T&E - Human-Powered Vehicles - Cycle - Bicycle

Object Origin
Manufacturer:

I.G. Cardboard Technologies

Inventor:

Gafni, Izhar

Date Manufactured:

2012

Physical Characteristics

Object Description: Sage colored bicycle with red seat, grey handle bars, black tires, and black pedals. Shape of frame and wheel spokes are slightly exaggerated into more block-y shapes for structural support.

Materials:

cardboard

Measurements: Object:
    Height: 45 in, Length: 62 in, Width: 24 in

Credit

Museum Purchase, 2013.9.1

Display Status

On Exhibit

I.G. Cardboard Techologies Bicycle Prototype

About: I.G. Cardboard Techologies Bicycle Prototype

About: I.G. Cardboard Techologies Bicycle Prototype

Made in 2013 by Cardboard Technologies, this cardboard bicycle was intended to start a transportation revolution. It retailed for around $20 in its first year of production. It was easy to manufacture, water and fireproof, and its breaks and pedal mechanisms were made out of recyclable materials.

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