Interbike 2013

The Slidepad system allows both of a bicycle's brakes to be applied with the squeeze of a single lever, in such a way that the front brake will never lock up on its own ... welcome news for riders who don't want to fly over their handlebars.

One of the things that keeps some people from cycling more often is the hassle of changing gears. If that sounds like you, then you might like the Autobike. It shifts gears automatically based on the rider's cadence, and manages to do so without a battery.

Scurra's bizarre-looking Hard Enduro mountain bike forgoes a traditional telescopic suspension fork, and instead uses a linkage combined with a rear shock for its front suspension. The setup allows for seven inches (178 mm) of travel, along with some other claimed benefits.

Germany's HP Velotechnik is adding a new special edition off road trike to its Scorpion fs range that caters for riders who want to sit back and enjoy the forest scenery from a different perspective. The Scorpion fs Enduro features chunky tires, full suspension, disc braking and 27 gears.