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Randy Schlitter with his new Hammer Truck, the buzz of the Interbike cycle trade show.


CRANK IT FORWARD.

RANS "CRANK FORWARD“ BIKES

Rans Crank Forward lineup continues to refine and expand. These bikes fuse elements of an upright bike with some of the recumbent.  The result is an easy to ride, laid back frame geometry that relieves hand and wrist pressure, and allows flat footed starts and stops.

Here’s how the personalities break out:

 

 

FUSION
 

The one that started it all. The straight tube aluminum frame and the ST step through design, the most laid back geometry for casual cruise.

Dual 26”
wheels.

     



The custom RANS poly spade seat, recumbent based, then refined specifically for the Crank Forward design. Standard with a high density closed cell foam seat cover (removes for washing).



Seat position adjusts in tilt and height with quick release
levers for fast set up and the perfect fit. Note scale on the seat post, you know where you are, and it's great if you're sharing.


CF's are all built on a top notch, TIG welded aluminum frame.

 

CRUZ

Curvy tubes add a neat style to the Cruz, built around the exact same geometry as the Fusion. 26x1.5 tires and upscale components give the Cruz its own flavor.



Shown with French canvas panniers and oak fenders for optimum style and function.

Use the Cruz to hit the beach, ride the boardwalk, or make the bread run.  The Fusion and the Cruz are simple recreational bikes, easy to pass around to a house guest, 5 stem variations and 3 handlebar versions refine the feel.

 

 



The CITI with new RAC cargo system

CITI

(In stock for immediate pick up or ship, Red)

The CITI combines the curvy tube styling of the Cruz, the more efficient geometry of the Dynamik, a Candy Red finish, super fat tires, disc brakes, and the swept back B37 handlebars. The CITI is a simple to use single shifter 9 speed urban fun cycle, grab and go!

For keeping things more on the inside, try the CITI URB14 with the internally geared Rohloff hub.  The gear range of a 27 speed triple on a simple single shifter, Phil BB. The low/no maintenance spec.

Shown here with: Rotor RS4X crank, magnesium platform pedals, Dual leg kickstand, mudguards, rack, Arkel Tailpack, Ribage, Cyclestar mirror, Cateye Micro Wireless computer, and Brake Band-It.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 













 

 

FOR ULTIMATE UTILITY AND PERSONALITY, THE HAMMERTRUCK

We took the 80 pounds of water down low on the racks test at Interbike. Went down the big hill with a steady line,
then the steep climb back up to the tent, solid feel with easy transition to standing when desired. The only utility
bike with the famed Crank Forward comfort. THE CHOICE for that car replacement runabout. A number of dedicated options to suit every application.



DYNAMIK

 

DYNAMIK TRAIL

 

With a steeper seat angle the Dynamik is stand and pedal capable.  The reach is longer with a tall rise bar to eliminate wrist pressure. Seated climbs are still very effective and stand climbs are only needed on very steep grades (See: Why They Climb So well!) A great bike on mild trails, beaches, and general short haul rides where high traction wide tires are suited.

This Dynamik Trail was very impressive in a desert single track setting, and the Dynamik Pro exceptional. The seat  position maintains outstanding climbing traction while in the saddle and the front end maintains line. Click this link for a thorough single track perspective on the Dynamik Pro. single track ride

Below, the Dynamik Pro Street Twist.  Features Rans 7.5" stem, Vredestein Moiree 26 x 1.75 inverted tread tires, Rans rack and Arkel Tail Rider pack


DYNAMIK PRO

 

SEQUOIA and SEQUOIA TRAIL

Rans has a 6'7 guy on staff. He needed a Crank Forward of his scale. The Sequoia was born. A Dynamik spec bike done for the big guy.

Longer rear oversize stays and oversize down tube deliver power without flex. Weight distribution improves for the tall rider, placing more weight toward the front. Curved down top tube makes it easier to get on and off, especially with a load.



Specifications and Prices
Options and Accessories




SEQUOIA PRO OPTION AVAILABLE

 

STREET  This bike is for those who like the Cruz style, but prefer the more nimble frame geometry of the Dynamik.

 

Some fun items to maximize your Crank Forward:

TOPEAK BIKAMPER FOR YOUR DYNAMIK TRAIL OR DYNAMIK PRO

CHARIOT SIDECARRIER 
The articulated sidecar for your child or pet.
Fits perfectly on your Rans Crank Forward.

Stainless Coffee Holder, Polypropelene-no plastic taste bottle, Rear rack


 

Tail Rider rear pack,  Vega Headlight.



ZENETIC PRO ALUMINUM

Rans wanted to apply the Fusion concept to a high performance road bike and it came  out Zenetik. Using the slightly more aggressive frame geometry of the Dynamik, the Zenetik acts like a road bike with excessive comfort. Why not go fast and feel good? Decked out in high end road gear this bike is a delight to carve curves, climb hills , and simply spend the day jamming to a distance destination.

The featherweight Zenetic Aluminum. 19 pounds. Refinements in cockpit position can be worked out to perfection with an Angletech consult. Tall or low stem, tall or low rise bars, combined to your preferred position. 700/700 wheelset.

A surprisingly fast, fun bike to ride. Allows you to revisit some of the moves of the old wedgie hanging on the wall without the discomfort that made you hang it up in the first place. 

The Zenetik Pro's sport a carbon fork and carbon spade saddle with a quick release angle and height adjust.

Moustache Bar option

 

ZENETIK PRO HO27 (above)

Our AngletechSpec version of the Zenetik Pro with Bontrager RaceLite wheels, a triple crank with Phil BB, and a wide range rear cassette to climb the steepest hills.

Kelvin,

Thought you might appreciate a little feedback on the Zenetik Pro I traded you for.  In one word, the bike is a blast!  It climbs as fast or faster than my road bike, it really digs when you pull on the bars and go for it.  The bonus is the much better comfort than a conventional roadie bike.  I rode a 25 mile, 12 foot gain ride with a roadie friend Sunday.  Had no trouble staying with him up the hills.  On the downhills, we coasted similarly with me sitting normally and he with his hands on the tops of the drop bars.  If I put my head down between my bars (not that hard to do, actually) I left him behind in short order.  So the bike coasts great, but you have to get out of the wind.  Obviously, my Corsa would be faster into wind or downhill.  But, everywhere else, especially on uphills, the Rans is a one speedy machine.  After 3 15 – 25 mile rides, I would have to say that the Rans is probably my fastest bike over a challenging course of uphills, corners, and the like.  It is also the easiest bike to ride I think I have ever had.  It seems totally natural, comfortable and very friendly in traffic.  Have to be a bit careful on rough roads as the tires (100-150 lbs inflation it says on the sidewalls!) are not forgiving of holes and rough pavement.  I think with some more time on the bike, I would be plenty ready to do a century ride or the like with it.  To make this long story short, I am completely satisfied (actually thrilled) with the bike. 

MS

A "stately" Zenetik Pro HO27 with Albatross handlebars



ZENETIK ROAD

For those who love the Zenetik Pro, but the Zenetik Road's lower price spec makes the difference between dreaming and riding.

ZENETIK

The Zenetik Pro frame with an aluminum fork, poly spade seat, and a more modest component set at about 1/2 the Pro's price, and still respectably light. However, look to your left to bridge the gap in a classy way without a quantum leap in $$.

 

 

700X

The 700X features a Zenetik Pro frame geometry formatted for wider  tires, Winwood carbon fork, triple crank, dual pivot caliper brakes, disc option. The touring bike CF with room for rack, fenders, and a wide variety of tire widths, check out out our HO27D model for those who want the optimized road touring version with lighter, more maintenance free  components. 



 ZZIPPER FAIRING OPTIONS

The beautiful and effective ZZipper fairings for the Zenetik, 700X, & Dynamik

 


RANS DYNAMIK DUO

The Dynamik Duo Crank Forward tandem. Good climbing, comfortable seats, easy reach to the ground while seated,
and no wrist/hand loading. True dirt road touring abilities. Factory spec and Angletech GLXD.

Many handlebar and stem configurations.

Available in TR versions with 2 or 4 S&S Couplers.

Shown below our French customer, the Boyer's Dynamik Duo TR with IPS drive, and disc brakes.




WHY THEY CLIMB SO WELL

Almost everyone who tries a Fusion, Cruz, Dynamik, or Zenetik, makes a comment about the great climb. What is it about these bikes that enhances climb?

The explanation lies in handlebar and crank placement. With the crank forward more than a conventional bike and the bars placed low, just above the knees, you can pull yourself  down into the pedals.

Using this technique it is easy to apply more than your weight to the pedals, which is all standing on the pedals will provide. If you move the crank further aft, or raise the handlebar too high, the effect is diminished, if not lost. The handlebars must be fairly low, approximately above the knees in order to affect the climbing traction.

Climbing is not the only place the effect works, starting from a complete stop, using the bars to dig in, will accelerate the bike nicely.

When you test ride a RANS crank forward design, remember to try the trick of pulling on the bars to climb or accelerate, be sure the bars are adjusted to the right height of just above the knees and they are secure!

 

 

 


 


Our mission is to provide you with your "dream bike" so don't hesitate to call with how you'd like your bike configured.

---Kelvin

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