Cruzbike's patented drive system, Dynamic Boom Front Wheel Drive, transforms performance road bike technology into an incredibly fun, liberating cycling experience. It also happens to be very fast whether you ride on the flats or in the mountains.
The best of both worlds
Cruzbike shares the incredibly stiff, efficient drive geometry of traditional road bikes. It is simply moved forward to our front wheel and pivoted upward to allow for Cruzbike's safer, more comfortable and more aerodynamic riding position.
Why it's important
This design not only frees us from the long, inefficient chains and special parts fixed-boom recumbents require, it links the upper and lower body across the drivetrain as it rotates around the axis of the head tube. This linkage allows Cruzbike riders to increase power when climbing or sprinting by engaging the upper body in much the same way professional cyclists do when they climb or sprint on traditional road bikes.
More good news
Every bike in our lineup is backed up by more than a decade of experience making, riding and racing our fast, comfortable, fun-to-ride bikes. Our race and record-proven geometry changes the rules of cycling: now, comfort in the saddle doesn't come at the cost of performance. When you get your Cruzbike, you’ll understand why we have the most fanatically loyal customers in the industry.
Cruzbike vs. Other Bicycles
FEATURE COMPARISON | TRADITIONAL BICYCLES | FIXED BOOM RECUMBENTS | CRUZBIKE DYNAMIC BOOM FRONT WHEEL DRIVE |
---|---|---|---|
Ergonomic design | no | yes | yes |
Aerodynamic body position | no | yes | yes |
Full forward view in aero tuck position | no | yes | yes |
Short, light drive chain | yes | no | yes |
Upper body and core engaged for power boost | yes | no | yes |
Hill climbing comparable to standard bike | yes | no | yes |
Eye-to-eye with car drivers | yes | some | yes |
Reduced chain line noise and grease | yes | no | yes |
Commonly available tires and components | yes | some | yes |
Front and rear wheels the same size | yes | some | yes |
Straight chainline - no idlers | yes | no | yes |
Fits on standard car racks that hold the hold the bike by the wheels | yes | some | yes |
Legs contribute to steering & stability | no | no | yes |
Risk of head & neck injuries in frontal collisions | high | low | low |
Risk of perineal injury in avid cyclists | high | low | low |
Risk of decreased sexual function in men | high | low | low |
Risk of decreased genital sensation in women | high | low | low |
Risk of heel striking front wheel during turns | low | high | low |
Prevalence of sore back, neck, shoulders, wrists | high | low | low |
Legal in UCI, USAT, USA Cycling races | yes | no | no |
Cruzbike Record Listing
OFFICIAL TITLE | DATE | RECORD | RIDER | RECORD CLASS | LOCATION | MODEL | ARTICLE | NOTE |
UMCA 100 Mile Outdoor Track Record - Male Unfaired Recumbent | Aug 6, 2017 | 3:48:10.08 | Larry Oslund | World Record | Ed Rudolph Velodrome, Northbrook, Illinois | Cruzbike V Prototype | ||
UMCA 100 KM Outdoor Track Record - Male Unfaired Recumbent | Aug 6, 2017 | 2:19:33.21 | Larry Oslund | World Record | Ed Rudolph Velodrome, Northbrook, Illinois | Cruzbike V Prototype | ||
6 Hour UMCA National Championship - Big Jay's | Aug 12, 2017 | 138.4 miles | Larry Oslund | Course Record | Mahomet, IL | Vendetta V20 | Exceeds traditional frame record | |
Race Across America 4-Person Mixed Team | Jun 17, 2017 | 6 days, 12 hours, 26 minutes | Kevin Gambill, Larry Oslund, Jim Parker, Maria Parker | Course Record | Oceanside, CA to Annapolis Maryland | Vendetta V20 | Blog Post: Race Report | Exceeds traditional frame record |
White Mountain Double Century | Sep 10, 2016 | 10:42:00 | Jason Perez | Course Record | Bishop, CA | Vendetta V20 | Blog Post: Race Report | 13,492 feet of climbing, Jason smashes traditional frame record and clenches historic California Triple Crown victory. |
Bessies Creek 24 Hour - Female Recumbent | Apr 8-9, 2016 | 457.7 Miles | Maria Parker | Course Record | Brookshire, TX | Vendetta V20 | Blog Post: Race Report | Exceeds male and female traditional and recumbent frame records |
Bessies Creek 6 Hour - Male Recumbent | Apr 2017 | 141.0 Miles | Larry Oslund | Course Record | Brookshire, TX | Vendetta V20 | Exceeds traditional frame record | |
Bike Sebring Drafting 12 Hour Event - Recumbent | Feb 13, 2016 | 276.6 Miles | Kevin Gambill | Course Record | Sebring, Florida | Vendetta V20 | Blog Post: Race Report | Exceeds traditional frame record |
UMCA 100 Mile Road Record - Men Unfaired Recumbent | Oct 11, 2015 | 3 hours, 59 minutes, 31 seconds | Larry Oslund | World Record | Surveyed Road Course Near Lumberton NC | Vendetta | Blog Post: Record Report | |
Hoodoo 500 Stage Race - Recumbent | Aug 28, 2015 | 32:31:00 | Lief Zimmerman | Course Record | St. George, Utah | Vendetta | Learn More | 521 Miles, 30,666 Ft Climbing |
Hoodoo 500 Solo Race - Recumbent Male | Aug 29, 2015 | 44:12:00 | Ben Tomblin | Course Record | St. George, Utah | Vendetta | Learn More | 521 Miles, 30,666 Ft Climbing |
Hoodoo 500 Solo Race - Recumbent Female | Aug 29, 2015 | 46:20:00 | Maria Parker | Course Record | St. George, Utah | Vendetta | Learn More | 521 Miles, 30,666 Ft Climbing |
Assault on Mt. Mitchell - Recumbent | May 18, 2015 | 06:23:42 | Ben Tomblin | Fastest Recorded Time - Male Recumbent | Spartanburg, SC | Vendetta | Learn More | 102.7 Miles, 10,357 Feet Climbing |
Assault on Mt. Mitchell - Recumbent | May 18, 2015 | 06:58:57 | Maria Parker | Fastest Recorded Time - Female Recumbent | Spartanburg, SC | Vendetta | Learn More | 102.7 Miles, 10,357 Feet Climbing |
UMCA Cross State - Washington North-South | May 16, 2015 | 00:12:28 | Lief Zimmerman | Cross State Recumbent Record | Washington | Vendetta | 254.8 Miles | |
Calvin's Challenge UMCA National 12 Hour Championship | May 2, 2015 | 257 Miles | Maria Parker | Course Record | Springfield, Ohio | Vendetta | Learn More | Exceeds Traditional Frame Record |
Bike Sebring Drafting 12 Hour Event - Recumbent | Feb 14, 2015 | 261.1 Miles | Maria Parker | Course Record | Sebring, Florida | Vendetta | Learn More | Exceeds traditional frame record |
Race Across America | Jun 11, 2013 | 11 days 18 hours | Maria Parker | 50+ Record Female | Oceanside, CA to Annapolis, MD | Vendetta | Learn More | Exceeds traditional frame record |
UMCA 24 Hour Road Record - Women Unfaired Recumbent | Oct 13, 2012 | 469.198 Miles | Maria Parker | World Record | Surveyed Road Course near Lumberton NC | Vendetta | Learn More | |
UMCA 200 Mile Road Record - Women Unfaired Recumbent | Oct 12, 2012 | 9 Hours 17 Minutes 3.0 Seconds | Maria Parker | World Record | Surveyed Road Course near Lumberton NC | Vendetta | Learn More | Exceeds traditional frame record |
UMCA 12 Hour Road Record - Women Unfaired Recumbent | Oct 12, 2012 | 257.8 Miles | Maria Parker | World Record | Surveyed Road Course near Lumberton NC | Vendetta | Learn More | Exceeds traditional frame record |
Michigan National 24-Hour Challenge, Women's Record | June 15, 2012 | 407.9 Miles | Maria Parker | Course Record Female | Middleville, Michigan | Vendetta | Learn More | |
Michigan National 24-Hour Challenge, Husband Wife Combined Miles | June 15, 2012 | 805.5 Miles | Jim and Maria Parker | Course Record Husband-Wife | Middleville, Michigan | Vendetta | Learn More | |
Heart of the South 200 Woman's Recumbent | Mar 31, 2012 | 11 Hours 59 Minutes | Maria Parker | Course Record | Birmingham, Alabama | Vendetta | Learn More | |
Bike Sebring Non Drafting 24 Hour Event - Recumbent | Feb 25, 2012 | 474.5 Miles | Maria Parker | Course Record Female | Sebring, Florida | Vendetta | Learn More | |
UMCA 200 Mile Road Record - Women Unfaired Recumbent | Oct 08, 2011 | 9 hours 27 minutes 10 seconds | Maria Parker | World Record - Female | White Oak, North Carolina, U.S.A. | Vendetta | Learn More | Exceeds traditional frame record |
2011 UMCA 12 Hour Road Record - Women Unfaired Recumbent | Oct 07, 2011 | 250.3 Miles | Maria Parker | World Record | White Oak, North Carolina, U.S.A. | Vendetta | Learn More | Exceeds traditional frame record |
Texas Time Trial Tin Butt 12-hour Solo Female Recumbent Bike | Sep 23, 2011 | 212 Miles | Maria Parker | Course Record | Glen Rose, Texas | Vendetta | Learn More | Exceeds traditional frame record |
UMCA 100 Mile Road Record - Junior Men Unfaired Recumbent | Jun 11, 2011 | 4 hours, 54 minutes, 43 seconds | Will Parker | World Record | White Oak, North Carolina, U.S.A. | Vendetta | Learn More | |
UMCA 100 Mile Road Record - Women Unfaired Recumbent | Oct 01, 2010 | 4 hours, 27 minutes, 19 seconds | Maria Parker | World Record | White Oak, North Carolina, U.S.A. | Vendetta | Learn More | Exceeds traditional frame record |
UMCA 100 Mile Road Record - Women Unfaired Recumbent | Oct 10, 2009 | 4 hours, 48 minutes | Maria Parker | World Record | White Oak, North Carolina, U.S.A. | Silvio | Learn More | Exceeds traditional frame record |
UMCA 200 Mile Road Record - Women Unfaired Recumbent | Oct 10, 2009 | 9 hours, 55 minutes | Maria Parker | World Record | White Oak, North Carolina, U.S.A. | Silvio | Learn More | Exceeds traditional frame record |
2009 UMCA 12 Hour Road Record - Women Unfaired Recumbent | Oct 10, 2009 | 240.01 Miles | Maria Parker | World Record | White Oak, North Carolina, U.S.A. | Silvio | Learn More | |
Saratoga 12/24 Hudson River Ramble 12-hour Women’s Overall | Aug 10, 2009 | 211 miles | Maria Parker | Course Record | Saratoga, New York | Silvio | Learn More | Exceeds traditional frame record |