gave viewers a tour of a crazy micromobility company called Grin Technologies. Instead of just the usual e-bikes and kick scooters, Grin offers a wacky assortment of parts for an even wackier assortment of
Built in a former film production studio, he’s filled the place with all sorts of fabrication and electronics equipment, but leaves plenty of space for custom projects of his own and for customers. And, frankly, it was surprising just how much variety is possible in the space! The next vehicle he showed off was an electric penny farthing bicycle. This project was meant to “breathe new life” into old technology, and negate some of the downsides of the vehicle. The electric motor allows the vehicle to move forward during mounting, making it safer and more stable during takeoff. It also allows for rear-wheel braking, making it less likely to tip forward and dump the rider over the handlebars during stopping.
Throughout the video, you see all sorts of other contraptions they don’t go into more detail on. Skateboards, mini-vehicles, modular battery systems for airline carrying, and even propellers for small boats are all in development and sales at the company.