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- Bicycle trainers have been used by bicycle enthusiasts to convert their bicycles for stationary riding.
- a typical user is a bicycle owner who competes weather prevents riding outdoors, such as when it is raining, too cold or too hot, the cyclist can use the trainer indoors to simulate a ride.
- the cyclist may want to use a trainer while also reading or watching television.
- the bicycle trainer should be easy to use and simulate bicycle riding.
- a common bicycle trainer has a frame onto which the user mounts the bicycle.
- the rear wheel of the bicycle is in contact with a roller that, in turn, is coupled to a resistance unit.
- the roller is supported by the frame at a fixed distance from couplers that engage and support the bicycle in an upright generally stationary position.
- a bicycle trainer is adapted for use with a bicycle.
- the trainer includes a base and a frame having spaced apart ends adapted to engage and support the bicycle.
- a pivoting assembly is joined to the frame at a central portion of the frame and to the base. The pivoting assembly allows movement between the frame and the base and includes a biasing mechanism that resists tilting of the frame relative to the base.
- the frame is supported only by the pivoting assembly.
- FIG. 1 is an isometric view of a bicycle trainer.
- FIG. 2 is a side view of a bicycle trainer and a wheel of a bicycle.
- FIG. 3 is a schematic view of a pivoting assembly.
- FIG. 4 is a side view of a bicycle trainer.
- FIG. 5 is a side view of a bicycle trainer.
- FIG. 6 is a schematic view of a pivoting assembly.
- FIG. 1 An exemplary embodiment of an exerciser 10 with a movable resistance device 12 is illustrated in FIG. 1 .
- the exerciser 10 is a bicycle trainer that is adapted to support a tire and wheel of a bicycle or other pedaled device (hereinafter “bicycle” by way of example, and used as a representation of all types of pedaled devices).
- the resistance device 12 includes a roller 14 that engages a tire of the bicycle.
- the resistance device 12 typically includes a rotatable resistance assembly 15 such as an impeller rotatable in a fluid such as oil.
- the trainer can be used with many forms of resistance devices wherein the specific implementation provided herein should not be limiting.
- the exerciser 10 includes a frame 20 used to support the rotating wheel of the bicycle.
- the frame 20 includes opposed support ends 32 that support couplers 25 , also referred to as axle engagement members, with handles 26 for releasably supporting the bicycle above a floor.
- the frame 20 includes a center portion 30 that is “U” or “V” shaped, generally referred to as a hyperboloid, wherein the support ends 32 are spaced apart.
- the couplers 25 engage opposed portions of a wheel of the bicycle.
- Each of the couplers 25 include rods 23 , that are slidable in apertures in support ends 32 in the frame 20 in order to adjust couplers 25 axially to engage the bicycles.
- the type of couplers illustrated herein are merely exemplary in that many forms can be used without departing from the invention.
- Frame 20 supports the bicycle by engaging a portion thereof.
- two spaced-apart legs having support ends 32 and 33 are used; however a single support leg can be used if desired.
- a base 21 is coupled to frame 20 allowing limited movement thereof in a manner discussed below.
- base 21 includes extending legs 36 that generally lay flat.
- the base 21 is U-shaped having remote ends that terminate away from the frame 20 .
- base 21 can take many forms including, but not limited to, any type of structure that utilizes tubular supports and/or a planar shaped base portion that rests on a surface. In general, base 21 provides a stable support for frame 20 and a bicycle attached thereto.
- a pivoting assembly or coupler 40 couples frame 20 to base 21 in order to allow tilting movement (illustrated by double arrow 27 ) of frame 20 with respect to base 21 so as to allow the bicycle attached thereto to tilt from side to side. It is quite common for a cyclist when riding a bicycle to cause the bicycle to tilt side to side when pedaling. This may be most pronounced when the cyclist is standing while pedaling and not sitting down. The bicycle will tilt from side to side on “contact patches” of the tires with the ground. Current bicycle trainers support the bicycle in a fixed or stationary upright position.
- coupler 40 is resistive to tilting movement, and in yet a further embodiment, provides a restoring force that counteracts downward tilting movement and aids in restoring the bicycle to an upright position.
- the resistance device 12 includes a mounting bracket 44 .
- the mounting bracket 44 supports a shaft of the resistance device 12 to which roller 14 is secured.
- an impeller unit 15 is mounted to a first end of the shaft, while a flywheel 47 is provided on an end opposite the impeller unit 15 .
- the mounting bracket 44 can be secured to the frame 20 to move therewith and thus also tilts with the bicycle wherein no significant tilting movement of the bicycle wheel/tire occurs between the wheel/tire and the roller 14 .
- a frame mounting flange 54 is secured to the center portion 30 . In order to provide some accommodation for wheels of different diameters, the mounting bracket 44 can pivot relative to the frame 20 .
- the resistance device 12 can be mounted to base 21 , or otherwise provided in a stationary position such that the frame 20 still supports the bicycle allowing tilting movement, but the wheel/tire also tilts with respect to the engaging surface of the resistance device.
- resistance device 12 A illustrated in dashed line schematically illustrates this embodiment.
- coupler 40 includes a first support 60 attached to base 21 and a second support 62 attached to frame 20 .
- a coupling element 63 allows the first support 60 to move relative to the second support 62 .
- the second support 62 partially rotates relative to first support 60 about an axis 64 extending through coupling element 63 , herein a pivot stud 65 (e.g. threaded bolt) having a threaded mating nut 67 so as to provide tilting movement of frame 20 and thus the bicycle attached thereto.
- Bearing assemblies 69 allow partial rotation of support 62 on stud 65 .
- a nut 67 mates with stud 65 and a washer 71 is provided and secured to stud 65 with set screw 73 so as to maintain a desired preload on bearing assemblies 69 .
- the relative positions of the roller 14 on frame 20 , and frame 20 on second support 62 , or other components comprising the trainer are disposed relative to each other such that axis 64 is disposed substantially below an axle of the bicycle and commonly proximate to the contact patches of the tires of the bicycle with the ground, if the bicycle was actually riding thereon.
- a front support assembly (not shown) can be used to support the front portion of the bicycle so that the contact patches of the front and rear tires would be level.
- stops can be provided so as to limit tilting movement of frame 20 relative to base 21 from side to side.
- Such stops can take many forms as appreciated by those skilled in the art and can function between the frame 20 and a ground surface, or frame 20 and base 21 , which is herein illustrated between first and second supports 60 and 62 .
- a pin 70 (herein mounted to support GO) extends in slot or recess 72 (herein provided in support 62 ) such that ends of the slot 72 form stop surfaces that engage pin 70 at the extent of tilting movement desired.
- the stop members can be adjustable if desired to change the extent of tilting or side to side movement allowable.
- adjustable members (not shown) can be used to adjust the length of the slot 72 ; however this is just one embodiment, wherein the manner in which stop surfaces can be moved will vary depending on the stop mechanisms employed.
- a locking mechanism can be provided to selectively lock the relative positions of the frame and base, for example, such a locking device can comprise a locking pin to lock supports 60 and 62 together and prevent rotation.
- Various resistance mechanisms can include biasing elements such as springs, elastic materials, resilient materials, dampers, friction couplings or the like can be used to provide such resistance.
- spring(s) 80 are used and can be provided in coupler 40 so as to provide a compact assembly.
- other forms of resistance mechanisms can also be disposed in the coupler 40 so as to provide a compact device.
- two springs 8 OA and 80 B are disposed in coupler 40 , for example in recesses 84 A and 84 B respectively, so as engage pin 70 and resist movement thereof.
- Springs 8 OA and 8 OB provide resistance, and a restoring force, due to compression thereof; however, as appreciated by those skilled in the art, springs that operate in tension can also be used.
- other forms of springs such as a torsion spring can be used, for example, being operably coupled to supports 60 and 62 .
- the spring can comprise a torsion rod 90 disposed in and extending within a center bore 92 of stud 65 .
- a fastener herein a set screw 94
- another fastener herein a set screw 96
- recess 98 can be provided in stud 65 to allow set screw 96 to rotate in a limited range with torsion rod 90 and support 62 , where walls of the recess 98 thereby provide stop surfaces.
- the spring(s) can be removable and replaceable so as to allow the resistance to be changed.
- mounting or engaging members of the spring(s) can be adjustable so as to vary the spring tension/compression, or apply a preload, in order to adjust the resistance and/or restoring force.
Abstract
A bicycle trainer is adapted for use with a bicycle. The trainer includes a base and a frame having spaced apart ends adapted to engage and support the bicycle. A pivoting assembly is joined to the frame at a central portion of the frame and to the base. The pivoting assembly allows movement between the frame and the base and includes a biasing mechanism that resists tilting of the frame relative to the base. The frame is supported only by the pivoting assembly.
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- The present application is based on and claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional patent application Ser. No. 60/720,842, filed Sep. 27, 2005, the content of which is hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety.
- Bicycle trainers have been used by bicycle enthusiasts to convert their bicycles for stationary riding. A typical user is a bicycle owner who competes weather prevents riding outdoors, such as when it is raining, too cold or too hot, the cyclist can use the trainer indoors to simulate a ride. In some cases, the cyclist may want to use a trainer while also reading or watching television. However, in all cases, the bicycle trainer should be easy to use and simulate bicycle riding.
- A common bicycle trainer has a frame onto which the user mounts the bicycle. Typically, the rear wheel of the bicycle is in contact with a roller that, in turn, is coupled to a resistance unit. The roller is supported by the frame at a fixed distance from couplers that engage and support the bicycle in an upright generally stationary position.
- A bicycle trainer is adapted for use with a bicycle. The trainer includes a base and a frame having spaced apart ends adapted to engage and support the bicycle. A pivoting assembly is joined to the frame at a central portion of the frame and to the base. The pivoting assembly allows movement between the frame and the base and includes a biasing mechanism that resists tilting of the frame relative to the base. The frame is supported only by the pivoting assembly.
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FIG. 1 is an isometric view of a bicycle trainer. -
FIG. 2 is a side view of a bicycle trainer and a wheel of a bicycle. -
FIG. 3 is a schematic view of a pivoting assembly. -
FIG. 4 is a side view of a bicycle trainer. -
FIG. 5 is a side view of a bicycle trainer. -
FIG. 6 is a schematic view of a pivoting assembly. - An exemplary embodiment of an
exerciser 10 with amovable resistance device 12 is illustrated inFIG. 1 . As well known to those skilled in the art, theexerciser 10 is a bicycle trainer that is adapted to support a tire and wheel of a bicycle or other pedaled device (hereinafter “bicycle” by way of example, and used as a representation of all types of pedaled devices). Theresistance device 12 includes aroller 14 that engages a tire of the bicycle. Theresistance device 12 typically includes arotatable resistance assembly 15 such as an impeller rotatable in a fluid such as oil. However, it should be understood that the trainer can be used with many forms of resistance devices wherein the specific implementation provided herein should not be limiting. - The
exerciser 10 includes aframe 20 used to support the rotating wheel of the bicycle. In the exemplary embodiment illustrated, theframe 20 includesopposed support ends 32 that supportcouplers 25, also referred to as axle engagement members, withhandles 26 for releasably supporting the bicycle above a floor. Theframe 20 includes acenter portion 30 that is “U” or “V” shaped, generally referred to as a hyperboloid, wherein thesupport ends 32 are spaced apart. In this embodiment, thecouplers 25 engage opposed portions of a wheel of the bicycle. Each of thecouplers 25 includerods 23, that are slidable in apertures insupport ends 32 in theframe 20 in order to adjustcouplers 25 axially to engage the bicycles. The type of couplers illustrated herein are merely exemplary in that many forms can be used without departing from the invention. -
Frame 20 supports the bicycle by engaging a portion thereof. In the embodiment illustrated, two spaced-apart legs havingsupport ends 32 and 33 are used; however a single support leg can be used if desired. - A
base 21 is coupled toframe 20 allowing limited movement thereof in a manner discussed below. In the embodiment illustrated,base 21 includes extendinglegs 36 that generally lay flat. Thebase 21 is U-shaped having remote ends that terminate away from theframe 20. However,base 21 can take many forms including, but not limited to, any type of structure that utilizes tubular supports and/or a planar shaped base portion that rests on a surface. In general,base 21 provides a stable support forframe 20 and a bicycle attached thereto. - A pivoting assembly or coupler 40
couples frame 20 tobase 21 in order to allow tilting movement (illustrated by double arrow 27) offrame 20 with respect tobase 21 so as to allow the bicycle attached thereto to tilt from side to side. It is quite common for a cyclist when riding a bicycle to cause the bicycle to tilt side to side when pedaling. This may be most pronounced when the cyclist is standing while pedaling and not sitting down. The bicycle will tilt from side to side on “contact patches” of the tires with the ground. Current bicycle trainers support the bicycle in a fixed or stationary upright position. In one embodiment,coupler 40 is resistive to tilting movement, and in yet a further embodiment, provides a restoring force that counteracts downward tilting movement and aids in restoring the bicycle to an upright position. - The
resistance device 12 includes amounting bracket 44. Themounting bracket 44 supports a shaft of theresistance device 12 to whichroller 14 is secured. In the embodiment illustrated, animpeller unit 15 is mounted to a first end of the shaft, while aflywheel 47 is provided on an end opposite theimpeller unit 15. In the embodiment illustrated, themounting bracket 44 can be secured to theframe 20 to move therewith and thus also tilts with the bicycle wherein no significant tilting movement of the bicycle wheel/tire occurs between the wheel/tire and theroller 14. Aframe mounting flange 54 is secured to thecenter portion 30. In order to provide some accommodation for wheels of different diameters, themounting bracket 44 can pivot relative to theframe 20. - It should be noted in a further embodiment, the
resistance device 12 can be mounted tobase 21, or otherwise provided in a stationary position such that theframe 20 still supports the bicycle allowing tilting movement, but the wheel/tire also tilts with respect to the engaging surface of the resistance device. InFIG. 2 ,resistance device 12A illustrated in dashed line schematically illustrates this embodiment. - In the embodiment illustrated in
FIG. 2 ,coupler 40 includes afirst support 60 attached tobase 21 and asecond support 62 attached toframe 20. Acoupling element 63 allows thefirst support 60 to move relative to thesecond support 62. In the embodiment illustrated, thesecond support 62 partially rotates relative tofirst support 60 about anaxis 64 extending throughcoupling element 63, herein a pivot stud 65 (e.g. threaded bolt) having a threadedmating nut 67 so as to provide tilting movement offrame 20 and thus the bicycle attached thereto.Bearing assemblies 69 allow partial rotation ofsupport 62 onstud 65. InFIG. 4 , anut 67 mates withstud 65 and awasher 71 is provided and secured tostud 65 with setscrew 73 so as to maintain a desired preload onbearing assemblies 69. - In one embodiment, the relative positions of the
roller 14 onframe 20, andframe 20 onsecond support 62, or other components comprising the trainer, are disposed relative to each other such thataxis 64 is disposed substantially below an axle of the bicycle and commonly proximate to the contact patches of the tires of the bicycle with the ground, if the bicycle was actually riding thereon. If desired, a front support assembly (not shown) can be used to support the front portion of the bicycle so that the contact patches of the front and rear tires would be level. - If desired, stops can be provided so as to limit tilting movement of
frame 20 relative tobase 21 from side to side. Such stops can take many forms as appreciated by those skilled in the art and can function between theframe 20 and a ground surface, orframe 20 andbase 21, which is herein illustrated between first andsecond supports - In particular, as schematically illustrated in
FIG. 3 , a pin 70 (herein mounted to support GO) extends in slot or recess 72 (herein provided in support 62) such that ends of theslot 72 form stop surfaces that engagepin 70 at the extent of tilting movement desired. In a further embodiment, the stop members can be adjustable if desired to change the extent of tilting or side to side movement allowable. In a further embodiment, adjustable members (not shown) can be used to adjust the length of theslot 72; however this is just one embodiment, wherein the manner in which stop surfaces can be moved will vary depending on the stop mechanisms employed. - The extent of tilting provided between
frame 20 andbase 21 as illustrated bydouble arrow 27 may vary depending on the cyclist, the type of bicycle, etc. In yet a further embodiment, a locking mechanism can be provided to selectively lock the relative positions of the frame and base, for example, such a locking device can comprise a locking pin to locksupports - As discussed above, rotation of
support members pivot axis 64 allows tilting movement offrame 20 relative tobase 21. In a further embodiment, such tilting movement is resisted. Various resistance mechanisms can include biasing elements such as springs, elastic materials, resilient materials, dampers, friction couplings or the like can be used to provide such resistance. In the embodiment illustrated, spring(s) 80 are used and can be provided incoupler 40 so as to provide a compact assembly. Likewise, other forms of resistance mechanisms can also be disposed in thecoupler 40 so as to provide a compact device. - In the embodiment schematically illustrated in
FIG. 3 , two springs 8OA and 80B are disposed incoupler 40, for example inrecesses pin 70 and resist movement thereof. Springs 8OA and 8OB provide resistance, and a restoring force, due to compression thereof; however, as appreciated by those skilled in the art, springs that operate in tension can also be used. Furthermore, other forms of springs such a torsion spring can be used, for example, being operably coupled tosupports - In yet a further embodiment illustrated in
FIG. 5 , the spring can comprise atorsion rod 90 disposed in and extending within a center bore 92 ofstud 65. A fastener (herein a set screw 94) secures one end oftorsion rod 90 to support 60, while another fastener (herein a set screw 96) secures the other end oftorsion rod 90 to support 62. As illustrated inFIG. 6 , recess 98 can be provided instud 65 to allow setscrew 96 to rotate in a limited range withtorsion rod 90 andsupport 62, where walls of the recess 98 thereby provide stop surfaces. - If desired, the spring(s) can be removable and replaceable so as to allow the resistance to be changed. Alternatively, or in addition, mounting or engaging members of the spring(s) can be adjustable so as to vary the spring tension/compression, or apply a preload, in order to adjust the resistance and/or restoring force.
- Although the subject matter presented herein have been described with reference to particular embodiments, workers skilled in the art will recognize that changes may be made in form and detail without departing from the spirit and scope of the subject matter presented in the appended claims.
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1. A bicycle trainer frame adapted for use with a bicycle, the bicycle trainer frame comprising:
a base;
a frame having spaced apart ends adapted to engage and support a bicycle in a generally upright position with a wheel of the bicycle disposed between the ends, the frame being generally a hyperboloid having a central portion located between each of the ends; and
a pivoting assembly joining the frame at the central portion to the base and allowing movement between the frame and the base such that when the bicycle is attached to the frame the bicycle is allowed to tilt from side to side, the pivoting assembly including a biasing mechanism resisting tilting of the frame relative to the base, wherein the frame extends upwardly from the pivoting assembly from one portion of the base and is supported only by the pivoting assembly.
2. The bicycle trainer frame of claim 1 and further comprising a resistive unit joined to the frame proximate the central portion and having a roller adapted to engage a tire of the bicycle.
3. The bicycle trainer frame of claim 2 wherein a first end of the spaced apart ends is disposed on one side of the pivot axis and a second end of the spaced apart ends is disposed on another side of the pivot axis opposite the first end, and wherein the first mentioned biasing element is disposed on a side of the pivot axis having the first end, and wherein a second biasing element is disposed on a side of the pivot axis having the second end.
4. The bicycle trainer frame of claim 2 wherein the first mentioned biasing element is disposed on one side of the pivot axis, and a second biasing element is disposed on a side of the pivot axis opposite the first mentioned biasing element.
5. The bicycle trainer frame of claim 4 wherein each of the biasing elements are compressed due to tilting of the frame towards each respective side of the pivot axis, and where each of the biasing elements urge the frame back to an upright position.
6. The bicycle trainer frame of claim 3 wherein each of the biasing elements are compressed due to tilting of the frame towards each respective side of the pivot axis, and where each of the biasing elements urge the frame back to the upright position.
7. The bicycle trainer frame of claim 6 wherein the biasing elements comprise springs.
8. The bicycle trainer frame of claim 1 wherein the frame extends upwardly from the pivoting assembly from one end of the base.
9. The bicycle trainer frame of claim 8 wherein the frame extends in a direction toward a second end of the base.
10. The bicycle trainer frame of claim 1 wherein the base is generally U-shaped having a central portion equidistant from remote ends, and wherein the pivoting assembly is joined to the central portion of the base.
11. A bicycle trainer adapted for use with a bicycle, the bicycle trainer comprising:
a base;
a frame having spaced apart ends adapted to engage and support a bicycle in a generally upright position with a wheel of the bicycle disposed between the ends, the frame being only one generally hyperboloid support having a central portion located between each of the ends;
a resistive unit joined to the frame proximate the central portion to tilt therewith, the resistive unit having a roller adapted to engage a tire of the bicycle; and
a pivoting assembly joining the frame at the central portion to the base and allowing movement between the frame and the base such that when the bicycle is attached to the frame the bicycle is allowed to tilt from side to side, the pivoting assembly including a biasing element resisting tilting of the frame relative to the base.
12. The bicycle trainer of claim 11 wherein the base is generally U-shaped having a central portion equidistant from remote ends, and wherein the pivoting assembly is joined to the central portion of the base.
13. The bicycle trainer of claim 12 wherein the remote ends terminate at a position away from the pivoting assembly.
14. The bicycle trainer of claim 11 wherein the frame extends upwardly at an inclined angle with respect to the base.
15. A bicycle trainer adapted for use with a bicycle, the bicycle trainer comprising:
a base;
a frame having spaced apart ends adapted to engage and support a bicycle in a generally upright position with a wheel of the bicycle disposed between the ends;
a resistive unit joined to the frame proximate the central portion to tilt therewith, the resistive unit having a roller adapted to engage a tire of the bicycle; and
only one pivoting assembly joining the frame at the central portion to the base and allowing movement between the frame and the base such that when the bicycle is attached to the frame the bicycle will tilt from side to side, the pivoting assembly including a biasing element resisting tilting of the frame relative to the base.
16. The bicycle trainer of claim 15 wherein the frame extends upwardly from the pivoting assembly from one end of the base.
17. The bicycle trainer of claim 16 wherein the frame extends in a direction toward a second end of the base.
18. A method for supporting a wheel of a bicycle being used in a bicycle trainer positioned on a surface, comprising:
providing a roller of a resistance device to engage the wheel;
joining a frame to the resistance device to support the wheel on a first side and a second side of the wheel; and
supporting the frame with only one pivoting assembly to allow tilting of the frame relative to the surface.
19. The method of claim 18 and further comprising:
joining a base to the pivoting assembly such that the frame is allowed to tilt relative to the base.
20. The method of claim 18 and further comprising:
connecting the wheel of the bicycle with only the roller of the resistance device and the frame during operation of the bicycle.
21. A bicycle trainer for use with a bicycle, the bicycle trainer comprising:
a base;
a frame coupled to the base an having opposed support ends for engaging the bicycle; and
pivoting assembly means for providing only one support for the frame and allowing the frame to tilt with respect to the base.
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