Coren is a high-tech urban bicycle conceived at UBC– a German company known for producing automotive components. In Old English, the word coren meant “precious” or “chosen” –a very apt name for this exclusive product. The frame is made of very high tensile strength T1000 carbon fiber, which is otherwise used almost solely in Formula 1 monocoques. Rather than a conventional chain, the bike employs a carbon-drive belt system. The overall weight of the bicycle comes to 17 lbs and is available in singlespeed, ‘pedalec’ or fixed gear modes.

designer: christian zanzotti
producer: ubc
material: carbon fiber
period: 2012