And the best part? SmartBrake is compatible with nearly all bicycles or front wheels on wheelchairs! Contact us or consult your occupational therapist today to learn more.
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SmartBrake – Faster Than Ever!
Over the past couple of years, we have had the pleasure of delivering SmartBrake to our customers across many countries. Based on valuable user feedback and internal testing, we have made important improvements to the technology and product range. We are proud to present the upgraded version of SmartBrake, available in all new orders. You will [...]
Is There a Bicycle Brake Adapted for Users with Epilepsy?
Traditional bicycle brakes require the user to apply force to be activated. When a seizure occurs, a cyclist with epilepsy will typically lose control of their muscles and thus fail to apply the brake. A quick search for "epilepsy brakes" yields few results; few solutions are available in the market for this large group of people. SmartBrake Switch is designed specifically for epilepsy [...]
More Activity and Reuse with SmartBrake
Studies show that 50% of all activity aids are rarely or never used as intended at the time of allocation. Important factors are lack of motivation, mastery, customisation and training. SmartBrake can be part of the solution. If you have an activity aid that you want to use more, but need customised and safer brakes for yourself or a companion, contact us! We [...]
Do You Want to Be Our Next Partner?
SmartBrake - on the road to global expansion Nice to meet you at the exhibition in 2022! Below you will find more information about the unique and patented SMART BRAKE technology. Don't hesitate to contact us for more information - we look forward to discussing joint opportunities! Braking made easy With SMART BRAKE we make it possible [...]
Increase Training Effectiveness with Roller Skiing
Cross-country skiing provides effective and gentle exercise for the whole body; heart, oxygen uptake and muscle mass. It is preventive for your health! This makes it one of the best forms of exercise you can choose! The snow won't last forever, but you can still continue your training by choosing roller skiing for the rest of the year. Studies show that varied terrain and [...]
Can I activate the brakes on my child's bike from a distance?
The early phase of a child's cycling career can be described as speed and direction out of control. Anxious parents run after, ready to grab the bike or the child if necessary. Many parents have asked themselves the question, "How can I control the speed of my child's bike?" The answer to this has been negative; the options [...]
Is there a bicycle brake that fits my individual needs?
The use of bicycles adapted for people with disabilities has become very popular and the range of bicycles is increasing every year. At the same time, there is a common challenge for all bikes; they come with standard brakes designed for functionally strong and healthy people. These brakes are stiff, difficult to use and often oversized for users with reduced hand grip. Several factors influence a [...]
Is there a brake adapted for small grips?
Traditional bicycle brakes are basically universally designed; the "one-size-fits-all" principle enables mass production at the lowest possible cost. It doesn't take into account that not everyone has a healthy adult hand size or grip. Many people have small hand grips (e.g. children or the elderly) or weak hand grips (e.g. people with disabilities, gout, arthritis, etc.). There are few functional brakes, [...].
Why do intellectual property rights (IPR) matter?
SmartGroup was the first company to be awarded a patent for wireless bike brakes in early 2021. This article explains why IPR matters and why it's important to our growth strategy. SmartGroup was the first company to be awarded a patent for wireless bike brakes in early 2021. Since then, we have received two new [...]
