Tools for the world record
Tools for the world record
GEDORE Technag supports the "Human Power Team"
November 2016
GEDORE supports the training of young adults and innovative technology projects all over the world with its high-quality tools and expert knowledge.
Remscheid, November 2016 – 144.15 km/h: that's how fast a person can cycle on a recumbent bike with intensive training and high-tech machines. GEDORE Technag BV, the Dutch distribution company of the internationally renowned tool manufacturer GEDORE, supports the assembly and maintenance of these muscle-powered fireballs with a comprehensive range of equipment consisting of premium tools for the Dutch Human Power Team.
Trainee engineers from the Delft Institute of Technology and sports scientists from the Free University of Amsterdam work hand in hand on the Human Power Team. Since 2010 the students have been developing, constructing and riding ultra-aerodynamic high-tech bicycles. They already achieved their aim in 2013: to set the world speed record for muscle-powered vehicles. They secured themselves a listing in the "Guinness Book of Records" by achieving a speed of more than 133 km/h.
Premium tools for challenging technology
"In order to ride as quickly as possible just using muscle power, we have to exhaust every last one of the bikes' technical possibilities. Which means hard work," explains Hans van der Vlugt, CEO of GEDORE Technag BV. "Technical designs, materials and prototypes are constantly having to be checked, stability and aerodynamics optimised using computer simulations and wind canal tests. Such a challenging high-tech product demands the best tools. We are delighted that our premium tools are contributing to the team's success – and helping to make important contacts to the decision-makers of the future."
Impulses for greater sustainability
The Human Power Team had no intention of resting on its laurels after the 2013 word record. The Dutch launched a new record attempt at the World Human Speed Challenge in Nevada/USA – and came third with their Velox6 and a top speed of 124.73 km/h. The new world record of 144.15 km/h was set by Canadian Todd Reichert.
"It's a shame we didn't manage to achieve a new record this year, but of course we'll keep trying. We want to show just what the human body is capable of – and by doing so, provide impulses for environmentally-friendly vehicles and more sustainability," said team manager Karlien Kleissen.