Here's a quote (pardon the somewhat tortured English): "The aerodynamic was a critical point in the development process of the structures of Leafxpro, this is a fundamental point that a cyclist can easily overcome the resistance of air, even when the headwinds are the greatest enemies!" The description continues, "Due to its aerodynamics, using the Leafxpro makes the bicycle more predictable and comfortable under rain and when affected by winds." While I have no problem believing that, like any fairing, the wind resistance from the front can be reduced, I do not think I'd want to be on a bike equipped with this bubble in a crosswind. One of the claimed benefits of the Leafxpro is aerodynamic. Is serious about staying comfortable in heavy rain. Fenders would still be a good choice if someone Notice the plastic sling that covers the rider's backside - likeĪ plastic diaper. Bubble fairing or no bubble fairing - the lower half of this rider is going to be covered in muck when he leaves the trail. The test begins by shaking the bike vigorously. There are a couple of videos on the Kickstarter page, including this "Endurance Test." No, you will not look like a dork at all.Ĭonsisting of a big clear plastic fairing that wraps up and over the rider in the front, with an extra diaper-like sling wrapped around the rider's backside, the Leafxpro is supposed to let you enjoy your bike in the "most difficult weather conditions." Oddly enough, most of the bikes shown in their videos and pictures are not equipped with fenders, but without them I can only assume that the effectiveness of the fairing would be completely undermined from water and mud splashing up from below.
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