igus® iglide® bearings X Triot US Bike Tour

The trikes manufactured here are life-changing, built specifically for riders with muscle deficiencies, prosthetics, or other disabilities that might restrict them from riding a standard bicycle. Each trike is custom-built based on the customer’s specific needs, guaranteeing complete familiarity and total comfort on every ride. How does igus help these magnificent machines roll? Triot trikes rely on both iglide and igubal 2.0 bearings to handle two critical design problems. The original bearings would frequently snap if too much force was applied to a single side of the trike. Plus, because the trikes sit so low to the ground, corrosion from dirt and moisture was a frequent issue with all-metal bearings. Our lightweight, corrosion-resistant polymer bearings provided the perfect fix, ensuring the trikes are durable and reliable for every user. After a fantastic day of enlightening conversation and even trying out the Triot trikes for themselves, our riders were ready to say goodbye to Marty and the Triot team. It was almost time to end their jam-packed week with some well-deserved, high-octane fun — starting off with the incredible Red Bull Rampage mountain biking event near Zion National Park in Virgin, Utah!

igus® iglide® bearings X QuikrStuff US Bike Tour

Chris Sandven has been with igus® nearly nine years as a Territory Sales Manager for Colorado, Utah, and Wyoming. He started as the Bike Industry Specialist in 2024, and as an avid sports fan and outdoor enthusiast, the opportunity to join the igus:bike tour was too good for him to pass up. The second stop on the U.S. leg of the igus®:bike tour saw our riders trek across the sunny state of Colorado! They soaked up the scenic countryside before rolling right into our next customer visit: QuikrStuff in Grand Junction, CO. Much like our first customer visit, our second stayed on the theme of bicycle production. QuikrStuff is the brilliant manufacturer behind the Quikr bike rack, a truly innovative carrier designed to be easier to use, lighter, and frankly, last longer than almost any other rack on the market. It’s the kind of gear that makes loading up for a weekend ride feel like a breeze instead of a wrestling match. So, where does igus® fit into this genius design? Our trusty iglide® R and Q2 bearings and washers are the unsung heroes used in the critical pivot points of the Quikr rack. Why? Because they’re tough! Their exceptional resistance to wear, dirt, and dust makes them invaluable when this rack is inevitably facing harsh outdoor conditions. They keep things moving smoothly, even when the road (and the weather) gets rough. Our visit with QuikrStuff was not only productive, but it also gave us a chance to reflect on the impact igus® has across the entire bike industry. But with one final customer visit to make during the week, it’s time to hop back on the road again as our riders make their way northwest to Kaysville, Utah! And yes, in a hilariously on-brand twist, one of our riders, Chris Sandven, is actually using his personal Quikr bike rack to haul the igus®:bike on his car — proving that when it comes to long-lasting, smooth-moving bike gear, QuikrStuff and igus® are literally carrying the team!

igus® iglide® bearings X QuikrStuff US Bike Tour Brian Wachs Full

The second stop on the U.S. leg of the igus®:bike tour saw our riders trek across the sunny state of Colorado! They soaked up the scenic countryside before rolling right into our next customer visit: QuikrStuff in Grand Junction, CO. Much like our first customer visit, our second stayed on the theme of bicycle production. QuikrStuff is the brilliant manufacturer behind the Quikr bike rack, a truly innovative carrier designed to be easier to use, lighter, and frankly, last longer than almost any other rack on the market. It’s the kind of gear that makes loading up for a weekend ride feel like a breeze instead of a wrestling match. So, where does igus® fit into this genius design? Our trusty iglide® R and Q2 bearings and washers are the unsung heroes used in the critical pivot points of the Quikr rack. Why? Because they’re tough! Their exceptional resistance to wear, dirt, and dust makes them invaluable when this rack is inevitably facing harsh outdoor conditions. They keep things moving smoothly, even when the road (and the weather) gets rough. Our visit with QuikrStuff was not only productive, but it also gave us a chance to reflect on the impact igus® has across the entire bike industry. But with one final customer visit to make during the week, it’s time to hop back on the road again as our riders make their way northwest to Kaysville, Utah! And yes, in a hilariously on-brand twist, one of our riders, Chris Sandven, is actually using his personal Quikr bike rack to haul the igus®:bike on his car — proving that when it comes to long-lasting, smooth-moving bike gear, QuikrStuff and igus® are literally carrying the team!

igus® iglide® bearings X QuikrStuff US Bike Tour Brian Wachs

The second stop on the U.S. leg of the igus®:bike tour saw our riders trek across the sunny state of Colorado! They soaked up the scenic countryside before rolling right into our next customer visit: QuikrStuff in Grand Junction, CO. Much like our first customer visit, our second stayed on the theme of bicycle production. QuikrStuff is the brilliant manufacturer behind the Quikr bike rack, a truly innovative carrier designed to be easier to use, lighter, and frankly, last longer than almost any other rack on the market. It’s the kind of gear that makes loading up for a weekend ride feel like a breeze instead of a wrestling match. So, where does igus® fit into this genius design? Our trusty iglide® R and Q2 bearings and washers are the unsung heroes used in the critical pivot points of the Quikr rack. Why? Because they’re tough! Their exceptional resistance to wear, dirt, and dust makes them invaluable when this rack is inevitably facing harsh outdoor conditions. They keep things moving smoothly, even when the road (and the weather) gets rough. Our visit with QuikrStuff was not only productive, but it also gave us a chance to reflect on the impact igus® has across the entire bike industry. But with one final customer visit to make during the week, it’s time to hop back on the road again as our riders make their way northwest to Kaysville, Utah! And yes, in a hilariously on-brand twist, one of our riders, Chris Sandven, is actually using his personal Quikr bike rack to haul the igus®:bike on his car — proving that when it comes to long-lasting, smooth-moving bike gear, QuikrStuff and igus® are literally carrying the team!

igus inc – 40th Anniversary Tree Planting Reel

To celebrate 40 years of business in the United States, and to give back to the city of East Providence, igus® undertook the project of planting 40 trees across two locations in East Providence. A ceremony was held as the final trees were planted, and East Providence Mayor Bob DaSilva presented igus, inc. President and CEO Felix Brockmeyer with a key to the city. Learn more about igus®’ commitment to sustainability: https://www.igus.com/company/sustainability Read about igus®’ previous partnership with the National Forest Foundation: https://press.igus.com/2023/11/06/2024-nff-partnership/

iglide® Bearings – iglide® A500

iglide® Bearings – iglide® A350

iglide® Bearings – iglide® A181

iglide® FDA Bearings – iglide® A160

igus inc. 40th Anniversary Tree Planting

To celebrate 40 years of business in the United States, and to give back to the city of East Providence, igus® undertook the project of planting 40 trees across two locations in East Providence. A ceremony was held as the final trees were planted, and East Providence Mayor Bob DaSilva presented igus, inc. President and CEO Felix Brockmeyer with a key to the city.

iglide® Bearings – Main Four FDA Materials

Looking for FDA-compliant bearings for your next project? Watch this video to learn about the main four FDA-compliant materials used in iglide® bearings, including some of their mechanical properties and ideal areas of application. Learn more about FDA-compliant products from igus®: https://www.igus.com/industry/food-and-packaging/fda-and-eu-compliant-products Browse the 17 standard iglide® bearing materials: https://www.igus.com/plastic-bearings/iglide-materials Contact an iglide® bearings expert: https://www.igus.com/company/contact-us?contact=41ab9057-4d2f-4816-b220-7ec1fac5521d