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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Feb. 20, 2001
Filed:
Dec. 08, 1999
Applicant:
Inventors:
Nathan Pyles, Lake Mills, WI (US);
Kun-Chuan Lo, Taichung, TW;
Chang-Hsin Yang, Taichung, TW;
Kuei-Sen Chen, Taichung, TW;
Assignee:
Epix, Inc., Lake Mills, WI (US);
Attorney:
Primary Examiner:
Int. Cl.
CPC ...
A63B 2/100 ;
U.S. Cl.
CPC ...
A63B 2/100 ;
Abstract
Several embodiments of a foldable and transportable elliptical exercise machine are disclosed which include pedal arms and optional corresponding load bearing rails that are folded to an upright position for storage and transportation. The pedal arms are shaped to optimize user safety and exercise productivity. The device housing can include movable portions that optimize safety during use, but accommodate the pedal arms in the upright and folded position.