itBike - QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

PERFORMANCE

Is the itBike fast?

Yes. Look at the videos on our web site. If you are riding very softly, you will go several miles per hour. Put a bit of muscle into it Bike and you can go quite quickly.

Is itBike stable?

Yes, it is very stable. itBike is more stable than a kayak. Please see our videos on this site to see how stable itBiking is. This is achieved by the design of the hull that has a large, flat surface area as well as the buoyancy extenders on the sides.

Can children use itBike?

Yes. Of course, children should use itBike with supervision and life preservers. The handlebars and seat are adjustable, so most 8 year olds can use itBike. The itBike is very stable so there is no learning curve such as in 2 wheel land bikes. Please provide constant supervision. The itBike is safe, but the environment it works in can be dangerous.

Is itBike easy to carry?

Yes. itBike weighs less than 73 pounds and it has carrying grips and support straps. The itBike hulls weighs less than 43 pounds and it is a separate unit from the Insert Module that incorporates the bike frame. itBike can also be easily transported on top of your car or in your SUV.

Can itBike be used in waves?

Yes. We have tested it Bike in 3-foot waves and it performed very well. However, it is not designed to ride the surf. Do not ride waves onto the shore. Get off before any wave that breaks on the shore. Also, Please be cautious in rougher water and use a life preserver in rougher conditions..

How does itBike perform in windy weather?

Very well. itBike works well in 25-knot winds. Please be extra cautious in these windy conditions. It is often best to bike against the wind in windy weather so that you can be sure you can handle the existing wind conditions. If you are taking itBike into windy conditions, and you are new to the area, please ask somebody from the area about the waters. There might be currents as well as the wind. When you combine these forces, things can become a problem. Please use a life preserver in windy weather.

Is the seat and backrest comfortable?

Yes. Very comfortable. itBike has both a seat and a backrest to provide extra riding comfort. The seat has a cushioned seat developed top designers of bicycle. Similar technology is used by some leading bicycle brands. You can ride comfortably for hours on the itBike/. Or simply take a book, put your feet on the handlebars, and read for hours. That comfortable!

How good is the steering on the itBike?

Excellent. itBike turns on a dime. The hull, rudder and steering column were designed for very fast turning. Please see the itBike video

Is itBike good exercise?

Yes. It is great aerobic and anaerobic exercise. You can compare itBike use to bicycle riding and spinning. The pedaling is great aerobic exercise. Also, the legs and stomach get a workout too. Water treats your body much like gears do. The higher the gear, the higher the workout. The faster you push on the pedals, the higher the workout. Water works a bit more aggressively than gears. Every 10% increase in pedaling speed give you much more than a 10% increase in exercise. This is because water does not like to move and you work extra hard for each % increase in your speed. If you push the itBike as hard as you can, your muscles will be burning. Then go for a dip in the water. If you are doing a strong workout, bring some water with you. You will need it.

Does itBike go backwards?

Yes. itBike goes back easily and quickly. Going backward can be useful when you get close to shore and want to turn around. Also, fishermen find it quite useful in getting close to those special spots. Is it easy to get on the itBike from the water? Yes. Hold onto to grab handle at the back of the bike frame and get back on Or get on the itBike from the side. If the itBike were to be upside down in the water, is it easy to right up? Yes.

How shallow water can I travel with my itBike?

ItBike has a displacement of 17 inches so this sets the minimum depth of water you can travel with itBike. There are applications, such as very shallow, river kayaking, where 14 inches of depth is not good enough. Please e-mail us at info@itbikes and tell us if this is an issue for you. If we get enough requests, we might improve on this issue. We have some very talented people around the world working with us

Can 2 people use the itBike at once?

No. The itBike is designed for 1 person. The itBike is designed to give each rider a very personal ride and a personal feel for the water. Having 2 people on this design would hurt the performance of this model of the itBike. However, we are aware that some people want to travel together on the same bike, and who knows what we will come up with down the road.

If itBike lands on shore, will the keel handle it?

Yes. We have made a very solid keel. However, don’t sit on the itBike when it is not on the water. Don’t turn the pedals when you are on dry land. Please treat your itBike with care. We have made itBike to last, and we have made it to have pride in.

Can the itBike handlebars be adjusted?

Yes. You can adjust the itBike handlebars with no screws. itBike uses a bike clasp for adjusting the handlebars

Can the itBike seat be adjusted?

Yes. You can adjust the itBike seat easily and with no screws itBike uses a bike clasp for adjusting the seating position.

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STORAGE AND MAINTENANCE

Can I put it Bike on my car?

Yes. Isn’t that great? ItBike is not large and it is light. You can use various kayak racks to put 2 itBike hulls on the roof. The Insert Module will fit in the trunks or back seats of most cars and SUVs The ItBike hull will fit behind the front seats of most SUVS, as the length is less than 8 feet.

Will itBike fit in sailboats and yachts?

Absolutely. Take apart the Insert Module (in seconds) and hang the hull and the Insert Module on the walls of the yacht or sailboat. The thickness of the hull is less than 11 inches, so itBike can hang without getting in the way.

How can I store the itBike at home in the city?

Take apart the Insert Module (in seconds) and hang the hull and the Insert Module on the wall of your garage. The thickness of the hull is less than 11 inches, so it can hang without getting in the way.

Where do I put it Bike at night or when I am away from my waterfront residence?

We have thought many hours about this question and we incorporated our answers in the design of the product. The Insert Module can be taken out in seconds and placed in a safe place. Nobody can use just a hull. No tools are required The handlebars and the seat rests can be removed in seconds. No tools are required. The hull can be stored where you want. itBike also offers a stand that can hold the a completely assembled itBike on a dock or on shore. We have a design for an itBike dock attachment that you can make with standard hardware stores parts. This will enable you to securely attach your itBike to the dock. You will be able to see this design at www.itbikes.com/dock in several weeks. For rental operators, itBike offer a storage stand for 6 itBikes. You will be able to see this in several weeks can see this at www.itbikes.com/stand.

What do I do about spare parts?

Thanks for asking. Spare parts are a big issue for buyers of non-motorized beach products. For many of you, the season is short and/or the vacation is short, and you want to have problems fixed right away. Not in 2 weeks or 4. Every authorized itBike dealer is required to maintain a full complement of spare parts for its clients. Each dealer is required to be trained to make effective repairs. itBike also maintains a global supply of all parts that it can ship within 24 hours to any dealer or customer around the world. You can e-mail info@itBike.com to purchase parts or you can contact your local itBike dealer.

What maintenance is needed for the itBike?

The gears require no greasing. They are self-sealed. The itBike chain requires no tightening, We suggest you wash your hull once and a while as you have a beautiful hull. We suggest proper care of your itBike. If a part does break, replacements are easy to get, and fixes are simple.

Does itBike have a warranty?

Yes For consumers, the warranty is for 3 years For rental operators, it is 2 years on the hull and 1 year for parts.

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SAFETY RELATED Q&A

Is there a place on itBike to hook my life preserver?

Yes. Below the backrest, you can buckle a life preserver

What is the maximum weight allowed?

The safety allowance is 350 pounds. However, we recommend that users are less than 270 pounds

Do I need a boat license to use the itBike?

No

Can a motor be put on the itBike?

No. If somebody use the itBike with a motor, then the warranty will automatically become invalid.

Can the itBike be used behind a motorboat?

No. If somebody tries the itBike behind a motorboat, then the warranty will automatically become invalid.

Should I ride itBike at high speeds onto the beach?

No. The itBike is fast. If you come into shore too quickly, with waves behind you, and the keel grounds on the beach first, as it will, you could be thrown forward into the handlebar and even over the bike. Also, you could damage the base of the hull on the rock. Also, it Bike has a keel and propeller mechanism that could get damaged. . itBike is a performance bike, and please treat it with a professional courtesy. It does things no other product can do.

Can use my own propellers on the itBike?

No. The itBike propeller was especially designed for the itBike. It is, we think, the optimum design and other designs might hurt the performance or safety of the itBike. Please don’t change the propeller. If you have a design that you think will work better, please contact us directly at info@itBike.com Please don’t put a different propeller on the itBike as this will invalidate the itBike warranty.

Where can I buy itBike?

ItBike is establishing a global authorized dealer network. Please e-mail us at info@itBike.com and we can assist you to find an authorized dealer. Our authorized dealers are chosen on their ability to both sell our product and also to service customers. This means that itBike dealers are trained on itBike features, service, product usage, safety issues, and exercise benefits. itBike offers you a Total Product Experience. To us, this starts at the design stage and it never ends. Every e-mail you send to our dealers or to us must be taken care of. Every inch of our product must perform well, and get better year after year. Please do not buy an itBike from an unauthorized dealer. This will invalidate the itBike warranty.

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TECHNOLOGY AND CONSTRUCTION

What kind of bike frame is used on the itBike?

itBike incorporates a lightweight, all aluminum bike frame that was custom designed for application on the water. The itBike frame is very sturdy. In the itBike photos, you can observe very solid support structures that provide a safe, solid and comfortable ride.

Does itBike come in different colors?

No. However, if you are a corporate account and plan to purchase in volumes, we can make special colors and designs for you.

What is the technology used in the itBike hull construction?

itBike has worked with a world leading Fiberglass Company to design and develop the itBike. itBike uses Single Skin Construction Technology (SKCT). itBike uses a full layer of Triaxial Glass and conventional glass weave. The itBike hull is very effective in strength impact test by blunt objects. The SKCT has enabled itBike to offer a lightweight hull, weighing less than 45 pounds (21 kilos). This enables most adults to easily move the itBike to the water.

Who is itCreations?

ItCreations is the company that created itBike. itCreations believes that “it is possible”.

How did you get the name itBike?

One of the founders of the itBike was having diner with his 11 old daughter and she suggested the itBike. It was a different type of name, but many people liked it. The Internet age has brought some wild names that we now accept in our daily lives. If you had said to your banker 10 years ago that you were going to” Google on the WEB, and then surf around for streaming video on YouTube”, the reaction from him and his credit committee would have been interesting. As for our not capitalizing the “i” in the itBike, and then capitalizing the B, it is possible! Our grades school teachers would have thrown a fit! “it is possible” is the foundation for broad areas of our daily lives and we hope you like it, itBike.