Saturday, November 27, 2010

bugE

another good enclosed bike e vehcile

Friday, November 26, 2010

RainShadow1



this is probably one of the best examples of a low cost enclosed bike i have found.

Wednesday, October 20, 2010

Jetrike Pusuit

Jenson Button driving the new Carver One

Similar Products

MOnoTracer does not fall over when traction is lost

http://www.go-one.us/
http://www.aerorider.com/en/aerorider.html


http://www.bugev.net/BugE_Kit_Universe.html
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MKoi9aQO6Co the BugE located nearby in NW Oregon.

http://jetrike.com/index.html  open source trike designs.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=maj5Qg2U-Xs twike

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a9d3wAjdknA $2400 electric car

http://www.bluevelo.com/

http://www.rqriley.com/frp-foam.htm

Tuesday, October 19, 2010

Portland again leads the way in future city planning with the bicycle car hybrid

why has it taken so long for vehicle design to be efficient?

nothing in nature could exist with such inefficiency and waste as the current mainstream auto mobile design.  The Dry Pod cuts through the air using basic aerodynamic principles and uses a lightweight design that exponentially reduces energy needs, fuel costs, etc.  All while able to use clean energy, virtually silent and requiring a 1/4 of the road surface gobbling up our lands as for a typical (pre-historic we can say) vehicles.



As the population grows there will only be less space and more need for clean and efficient transportation options.  THIS FUTURE IS INEVITABLE.

Competitor pricing scheme

 What are Portlanders willing to pay  for a Dry Pod?

Prices / Options

Here is the pricelist of ______________________


Inc VAT (19%)Ex VAT
xxxxxx € 7600 € 6386.6

Options

Windscreen on canopy incl. assembly€ 30 € 25.2
Sunrider protection cover€ 159 € 133.6
Wheel covers front wheels incl. assembly€ 32 € 26.9
Lock on canopy€ 65 € 54.6
Short cranks 155mm€ 0 € 0
Acoustic signal on indicator€ 29 € 24.4
Extra charger 48V€ 139 € 116.8
Extra battery 48V 12Ah LiFePO4€ 760 € 638.7
Alternative RAL gelcoat color € 159 € 133.6
Car paint (metallic)color of choice€ 699 € 587.4





Friday, October 15, 2010

notes

Business Plan

- trademark name and design
- logo / graphics
- 3d design
- plastics manufacturing
-electronics
    -motors, lights, accessories
-mechanical
    -suspension
    -drivetrain
    -etc.
-marketing plan with international focus
- team members farm out all the work for the prototype


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Anonymous says:
February 23rd, 2009 at 11:56 pm

It’s really nice to see this concept is in the works! I actually thought this would have been on the market by now.
I like the clear plexyglass idea but wouldn’t it be more desirable to extend it to the sides, even as a door?
To be on a bicycle and be completely enclosed, unaffected by the elements would be a dream come true.

Thursday, October 14, 2010

The Dry Pod Team

Founder and CEO: Jesse Boyd
3D Modeler:
Marketing and Sales:
Plastics and Composite Materials Engineer:
Plastics and Composite Materials Manufacturing Suppliers:
Electronics Engineer:
Administrative Assistant:
Office Manager:
Painters:
Assemblers:
Buyer:
Quality Control Engineers:
Legal Council:
Investors:
Facilities Manager:
Accounting:
Research and Development:

Dry Pod - Target Markets

Location: International cities with above average rain fall.

The Need: Available transportation options are too expensive, too dirty, too toxic, too cold or wet, and do not provide fun and daily exercise.  Can eliminates insurance, fuel and parking costs.  4 Dry Pods can park in one typical auto-mobile parking space.

Marketing Strategy:
Press releases, Internet viral marketing, word of mouth, the bikes themselves will advertise.

Sales will be conducted online and with select regional bike shops and "green" stores.

Dry Pod - Goals

Our goals with this project:
  • To provide clean, comfortable and healthy commuting options to urban dwellers in poor climate conditions.
  • To hire local workers and suppliers and support our community.
  • To have aesthetic beauty and style a high priority in the process, with the Apple Ipod Touch and Aptera cars an inspiration in the design.
  • Find a balance between luxury and mass affordability.
  • Safety, smooth riding and high performance handling characteristics another high priority.
  • Partner with local banks, investors and city of Portland.
  • Light weight and durable.

"Dry Pod" Inception date October 14, 2010

Dry Pod - The fully enclosed pedal electric hybrid bicycle for bad weather. Developed and tested in Portland, Oregon, by Boyd Practical Designs, INC.

For legal purposed we are posting this claiming the name dry pod as our legal business name.