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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Jun. 24, 2003
Filed:
Feb. 11, 2002
Anthony S. Ellsworth, Ramona, CA (US);
Other;
Abstract
A single pivot shock absorbing wheel suspension system includes a seat stay and chain stay attached at their rearward ends to a rear wheel axle, and attached at their forward ends to a linkage assembly. The linkage assembly is formed from a single piece of material and generally has an elongated body with attachment elements to attach the forward ends of the seat stay and chain stay. The linkage assembly constitutes a lightweight device that resists torsional forces occurring on the suspension system, and permits optimal alignment of the pivot point and the average chain line to improve bicycle performance. Related methods, including methods for manufacturing the linkage assembly, are also disclosed.