HydroBike

WaterCycle - WaterBike = Hydrobike

2009-02-27T18:03:00Z

Water recreation is an active part of living on a lake lifestyle. Whether a graceful glide to one of the lakeside restaurants for dinner, a moonlight cruise, adventure or Fourth of July fireworks ride.

Imagine yourself moving quickly and quietly from cove to cove, with sunlight bouncing off the water, the sounds of seagulls calling, waves gently lapping against the hull of your sleek vessel.

You reach for your camera to take a photo of the scenery and admire the view, under way all the while. Ahead you spy a group of canoeing and kayakers heading along the same course. Within minutes your waterbike catches up, you exchange greetings, and effortlessly pass by.

Soon you are headed for the remote island camp grounds near the outer reaches of the lake. This is the kind of freedom previously available only in your dreams!

A watercyle called the Hydrobike, developed about 15 years ago consist of a bicycle frame mounted above two long pontoons. They are strictly a human-powered watercraft. When the rider pedals, a chain drive turns a propeller. The craft steers like a bicycle, with the handlebars turning a front-mounted rudder. Each Hydrobike has a lever for bringing its prop out of the water so it can be cleaned.

Unpadded seats are adjustable to compensate for riders of different heights. Climb aboard and your weight is naturally centered between the pontoons, producing a very stable ride.

"It's like riding a bike on the water. This watercycle is the ultimate in pedal powered-human powered watercraft. With little effort you can cruise at 5 miles per hour. They can easily be ridden in even the windiest and waviest conditions. Hydrobikes are quiet, nonpolluting, environment-friendly water vehicles.

They are virtually impossible to tip over and they are GREAT for fishing. You can stand on one of the pontoons and fish all day. Its computer designed propulsion system makes the Hydrobike GO, GO, and GO.

Transporting the HydroBike

2008-12-29T01:37:00Z

Transporting the EXPLORER

The EXPLORER can easily be transported.

NOTE: The propeller drive train should be fastened in the UP position for transporting.

In general, there are three ways to transport your EXPLORER.

1. Trailer or Truck.

Set one fully assembled EXPLORER on a trailer or in a truck and fasten securely.

2. On Top of a Car.

3. Set one fully assembled EXPLORER onto a car-roof rack, and fasten securely. Make sure that the car-roof rack is rated for the proper weight of the EXPLORER and other miscellaneous gear.

Disassembled.

Disassemble the EXPLORER and transport the individual sections.

Two EXPLORERS can be transported in the same space required for one:

To order: Additional information and costs associated can be obtained by contacting WaterStates Trading Company at: www.waterstates.com or email waterstates@comcast.net

HydroBike Explorer Activities

2008-12-27T18:58:00Z

Features

The Hydrobike EXPLORER brings bicycling to the water. Water cycling is fun, safe and easy. And like biking, it’s a wonderful way to have fun and get exercise.

Can be used for a wide variety of water activities:

Sightseeing, adventure and exploration - - just like land biking
Fishing - - Quietly pedal to the perfect spot
Camping - - Takes you to where you want to go.
Photography - - The Hydrobike EXPLORER is stable and well balanced.
Swimming/snorkeling - - you can climb off and back onto the floats.
Exercise - - Great for endurance, muscle tone and cardiovascular workout.

Comes in single (one rider) or double (two riders) models.

Moves in forward or reverse for safety and maneuverability.

Bike on lakes, rivers or even the ocean.

Faster than a paddleboat or a canoe:

Cruising speed…………………….5mph
Top Speed…………………………8-10 mph

Upright riding position provides comfort and full vision.

And won’t get wet!

Stable:

Well-balanced due to its catamaran design.

Quick and easy disassembly for storage.

Easy to Transport.

No harm to the environment:

No noise, air or water pollution.

Low Maintenance.

Computer-designed drive system delivers over 90% theoretical efficiency.

To order: Additional information and costs associated can be obtained by contacting WaterStates Trading Company at:

www.waterstates.com or email waterstates@comcast.net

HydroBike Fun on Lakes

2008-12-26T00:20:00Z

WaterStates Trading Company's Hydrobike is a unique and innovative water-bike ... The pontoons are well spaced, the Hydrobike frame centered and balanced. ... Explore the best of two worlds: Only on a Hydrobike.

Take the fun of cycling, put it on one of your favorite places to be – the water – and you’ve got a taste of one of the most exhilarating experiences yet created by ShoreMaster, and FunWaterCraft.

Available in Explorer I for a single rider and Explorer II for two, Hydrobike combines more fun, more sport, more safety and more environmental friendliness into one fun ride than perhaps any other means of water recreation available. Cruise the lake at a healthy 5 mph with easy effort.

Or go for the workout you want and hit 10 mph as you cruise past canoes and kayaks. Get a spectacular view of the surroundings from your high-up seat that’s as stable as it is safe.

Comfortably explore waters spaces you’ve never experienced, in a way you’ve never imagined. It’s like off-road biking, but with the whole shoreline, lake or river at your feet.

Double your fun with Explorer II.

The Explorer II is built for two side-by-side riders. Like the Explorer I, it is friendly to the environment - noise-free and pollution-free. Both bikes navigate well in narrow, shallow channels – even in ocean surf with swells!

What makes Hydrobike unique? For starters…

Peace and quiet: The Hydrobike is engineered for silent operation.
Strong, fast, and light: Developed by a professional canoe designer for optimum bouyancy, speed, and maneuverability, even in choppy water.
Steady and sturdy: Stable enough to dive from, and handles rough water conditions, including five foot ocean swells.
Propeller-driven for the fastest performance: The computer-designed propulsion system features a 90% efficient propeller.
Shallow water navigation: Operates in less than one foot of water. Automatically pivots up and over obstacles like rocks or sand. Beaches easily without prop or rudder damage.
High-performance propulsion system: The lower drivetrain is sealed water-tight, providing protection even in salty seawater.
Built-in storage compartment: Stows extra clothes, beverages, and cargo, and features two cup holders.
E-Z carrying straps: Optional straps make it easier to tow the Hydrobike in and out of the water.
Hand tool assembly: One-person assembly and disassembly in minutes, without any tools.

Explorer I Specifications

Hulls

Seamless, Molded Polyethylene

Frame

17" Powder-Coated Aluminum

Steering

2-Position Front Rudder

Adjustments

Quick-Release Seat Clamp

Colors

Royal Blue
Purple
Electric Green
Hunter Green

Pontoon colors

Yellow
Hunter Green

Explorer II Specifications

Hulls

Seamless, Molded Polyethylene

Frame

17" Powder-Coated Aluminum

Steering

2-Position Front Rudder

Adjustments

Quick-Release Seat Clamp

Colors

Royal Blue
Purple
Electric Green
Hunter Green

Pontoon colors

Yellow
Hunter Green

To order:

Additional information and costs associated can be obtained by contacting WaterStates Trading Company at www.waterstates.com or by email waterstates@comcast.net

www.waterstates.com

877-878-2537

Fun for Young and Old

2008-12-26T00:09:00Z

Hydrobikes have provided our owners with many hours of healthy exercise and enjoyment. Hydrobikes are also a big hit on lakes, you can expect to meet many new friends on your hydrobike rides.

Purchasing the Explorer Hydrobike will rank among the best purchases that you will ever make. Keeping fit was never so easy and so much fun. This is real off-road biking, with the whole lake, river, or shoreline at your feet. Hydrobikes are designed and built to perform virtually maintenance-free, season after season. It’s an investment you and your family will never stop enjoying. It’s free-spirited fun for every age, from 8 to 80.

One of our satisfied customers said: “We were motivated to purchase the hydrobike for the enjoyment of our grandchildren who had reached the age at which our paddle boat had become “boring”. We have had the hydrobike for 3 years, and our grandchildren still can’t wait to visit grandma and grandpa to ride the hydrobike.”

Another satisfied customers said: “To our surprise, my wife and I have also found the hydrobikes much more enjoyable to ride than a paddle boat. My wife was diagnosed as a borderline type II diabetic, and I had a quadruple heart bypass. To improve our health we both exercise regularly now and watch our diet.

The hydrobikes have provided us with many hours of healthy exercise and enjoyment. The hydrobikes are also a big hit on our lakes. We and our grandchildren have met many new friends on our hydrobike rides.

It is easy to make modifications to fit your lifestyle. I have made some modifications for local conditions, some storage pouches, rod holders, anchorage line (a dog leash), etc. Only major change was adding a set of 12” wheels, removeable or reversable, for transporting it where no shore access is available.

Hydro-Bikes are simply wonderful water vehicles. You can ride your Hydro-Bikes every chance you get. You can enjoy just cruising along side of each other, talking and looking at the wildlife. You will be amazed at how easy the Hydro-Bikes are to pedal.

Just a minimum amount of effort really moves you over the water. They are very much like riding a mountain bike or road bike (without the fear of getting run over by a car). Cruising past canoes and kayaks while hardly working gave a clear indication of their efficiency.

It is also very nice to be able to stand and stretch, which is hard to do in a kayak." I would highly recommend the Hydro-Bike to anyone that wants a great personal watercraft to enjoy as well as getting excellent exercise in the process.

Another great feature of the Hydro-Bikes is how stable they are in the water. Many people are afraid of most boats, but you can be assured that the HydroBike is completely safe because of its stability in the water.
To place an order or to receive more information click on: www.waterstates.com

Additional information and costs associated can be obtained by contacting WaterStates Trading Company at www.waterstates.com or by email waterstates@comcast.net

Great Fishing Craft

2008-12-26T00:05:00Z

Want to stop fishing from shore? Are you under the impression that fishing from a boat is too expensive for your current budget? Think again.

"The Hydrobike Sport" is a platform bolted onto two pontoons made from molded polyethylene.

The platform is made of powder coated aluminum and provides a very sturdy place to stand or sit and cast for your favorite fish.

Although it comes with oars that easily push "The Hydrobike Sport" wherever you want it to go, you may opt to install a trolling motor and use that for propulsion. The trolling motor pushes "The Hydrobike Sport" with incredible ease, and much to everyone’s delight, quite a bit of speed. It comes with a very comfortable swivel seat that is quite nice to fish from.

When you hook your first bass, about a three pounder, you may be concerned about getting it onto the boat. Coming from the side will require you to hoist it above the pontoon, but if you bring it in from the front where it easily slide onto the deck of the "Sport".

When you return to the landing, you can easily grab the "Hydrobike Sport" by the two handles and drag it up to the trailer. You can chose to leave your "Hydrobike Sport" intact, by utilizing a flat bed trailer for hauling rather than tearing it down and putting it in your truck. It really does only take about five minutes to tear it down and it will fit inside a 2000 Chevy Tahoe, however it does require a little work to put it back together. It's not hard, just bulky.

Overall, "The Hydrobike Sport" is a perfect boat for this particular application. The price tag is very reasonable, and it will stand the test of time, and as a fisherman you will get your money out of it. If you have a small pond you like to fish or a body of water that you can really only get to by foot, you may want to consider a HydroBike "Sport".

WaterStates Trading Company sells Fun Water Products at affordable prices. Whether you are young and just starting out, have a limited budget, are a senior citizen, or just don't have storage space, don't miss out on the fun. Our products are made for you. Compare our prices.

For example: A personal watercraft "jet ski" costs between $6,000 to $9,000 dollars. A open bow and/or bass boat costs between $11,000 to $25,000 dollars. A popular 'cuddy cabin' boat costs between $25,000 to $90,000 dollars. Our HydroBike "Sport" sells for $999 dollars! You can take it apart, to transport it to your favorite lake, or if you have limited storage space.

Hydrobikes, a fun alternative to boats, kayaks, paddle boats, fast pedal boats, water toys, lake toys, small fishing boats, personal water craft.

The HydroSport

To learn more about our products click on: www.waterstates.com

Althetic Water Workout

2008-12-25T23:56:00Z

A personal watercaft without noise, bone-crushing waves and blinding water-spray may not sound like much fun, but you could be surprisingly pleased with your decision. While possibly rating lower on your thrill meter, the adventures on a HydroBike can have offsetting pleasures for the althetic water enthusiast seeking a good acrobic workout.

Hydrobikes, a fun alternative to boats, kayaks, paddle boats, fast pedal boats,
water toys, lake toys, small fishing boats, personal water craft.

Sleeking into a haven at sunset or first light of day and silently observing waterfowl and movements of the deep with less disturbance than that of a paddle, gives both pleasure to the soul and a feeling of one with nature.

Yet, comfortably perched on the seat of your HydroBike, your visibility is greater than in a canoe, or kayak and there is less chance of a backache, cramped legs or a spill. Therefore, street clothes can be worn without fear of getting wet.

Totally portable, this 10-foot lightweight craft can fit into most mini-vans, and SUV's. One person can assemble and dissassemble the unit without any tools, and slip it into the water at almost any location. It is ideal for narrow or shallow water and operates in less than one foot of water.

If the drive train encounters rocks or sand, it automatically pivots up and over the obstacle. You can even pedel right up onto the beach without damaging the propeller or rudder. The hydrobike is appropriately named the Explorer" and is available in both single and 2-person configurations.

*****LifeTime Guarantee on the motor*****
Traveling at a norma speed of 3-5 miles an hour, this is not a boring slow paddleboat. Peak speeds can reach as high as 10 miles per hour, if your motor is properly conditioned. Did I mention "you" are the motor?

The hydrobike's computer-designed propulsion system features a 90% efficient propeller with full camber and twist. The lower drive train is sealed watertight, providing protection even in salty seawater. Only the chain requires annual maintenance with an environmentally friendly lubricant.

Keeping fit was never so easy and so much fun. Designed for the free spirit from 8 to 80 years of age, the human powered motor lasts a lifetime, as long as you can make it to a lake, river, bay or ocean. Engineered for a safe reliable ride, the 55" wide unit is surprisingly smooth riding in choppy water and is exceptionally seaworthy, even in a 5-foot ocean swell.

*****Fishing for compliments*****
In fact, because of it's unique stability, the hydrobike makes an ideal platform from which to fly-cast into your favorite fishing hole. A special fishing rod holder has been molded into the body of the bike, along with a spot for your favorite beverage and a compartment for clothes or fishing gear. Cast your line out and slowly troll along with the quietest motor on the water.

But, your hydrobike does not have to be all peace and quiet. With its 400 pound rider and cargo capacity, it is stable enough to dive from and can quickly convert into a swim platform for all the kids in the neighborhood, you included. While it has been manufactured for over 13 years, it is still a showstopper and a great conversation piece.

It is a great ice-breaker for meeting new acquaintances at marinas. They love the feel of the bike and can't quite believe how easy it is to peddle and maneuver. If you want off-the-road biking, this craft is the ultimate in peace and tranquility.

*****Converts to a Duck Blind*****
There are many accessories available for the craft, the most unique being a popup duck blind that surrounds the cycle or platform seat. Just imagine how many times you wish you could just move your blind over a few yards for a better shot.

Kids seats are also available, but most like to ride comfortably on the consol in front of mom or dad. Should you want to take a ride after dark, running navational lights are also available. WaterStates Trading Company has a long list of accessories in design at the factory and could probably add your favorite idea without a great deal of added expense.

The craft makes an ideal dingy subsitute. espically when your sea legs could use some exercise. Towing harnesses are available for houseboats, cruisers, and sailboats, and the total weight of only 125 pounds for a single unit and 211 pounds for a dual bike; they can easily be supended from a davit.

Additional information and costs associated can be obtained by contacting WaterStates Trading Company at www.waterstates.com or by email waterstates@comcast.net

Water Cycling Recreation

2008-12-25T23:46:00Z

If you like water recreation, or cycling, you will love Hydrobikes Explorer®. by WaterStates Trading Company.

With little effort you can maintain a cruising speed of 4-6 miles per hour, and you can accelerate up to 10 mph. On Hydrobikes you're comfortably seated upright for great viewing as you cruise by canoes, kayaks and paddle boats!

Hydrobikes go faster, ride easier, maneuver better, and give you surprising stability in the water. So, you can explore more places, experience more activities, and enjoy the ride like never before.

Keeping fit was never so easy and so much fun. This is real off-road biking, with the whole lake, river, or shoreline at your feet.

Hydrobikes are designed and built to perform virtually maintenance-free, season after season. It’s an investment you and your family will never stop enjoying.

It’s free-spirited fun for every age, from 8 to 80.

Peace and quiet: Hydrobikes are engineered for silence. It won’t disturb wildlife habitats- or fishing holes.

Strong, fast, and light: Hydrobikes pontoons were scientifically developed by a professional canoe designer for optimum bouyancy, speed, and maneuverability. That means you will have a smooth ride even in very choppy water.

Steady and sturdy: Stable enough to dive from, Hydrobikes can also handle rough waterconditions, including five foot ocean swells.

Propeller-driven for the fastest performance: This is no slow paddle boat. The Hydrobike’s computer-designed propulsion system features a 90% efficient propeller which allows you to achieve cruise speeds of 4-6 mph with minimum effort.

Shallow water is no problem: Ideal for narrow and shallow water, the Hydrobike can operate in less than one foot of water. If the drive train and propeller encounter rocks or sand, it automatically pivots up and over the obstacle. You can even pedal right up onto the beach without damaging the propeller or rudder.

High-performance propulsion system: The lower drivetrain is sealed water-tight, providing protection even in salty seawater. The chain uses environmentally friendly lubricants.

Built-in storage compartment: Stow extra clothes, beverages, and cargo. There are even two cup holders.

E-Z carrying straps: optional, these straps make it easier to tow the Hydrobike in and out of the water.

Hand tool assembly: One person can assemble and disassemble the Hydrobike in minutes, without any tools.

Width (Hull to Hull) 42"
Width(Outside)         55"
Length                     10'
Height                      53"
Hull Draft                  9"
Weight                   125 lbs
Capacity(rider&Cargo) 400 lbs
Gear Ratio                8.6:1
Propeller Diameter     12"
Propeller Draft (200 lb. rider)

Hulls: Seamless, Molded Polyethylene
Frame: 17" Powder-Coated Aluminum
Steering: 2-Position Front Rudder
Adjustments: Quick-Release Seat Clamp

Hydrobikes, a fun alternative to boats, kayaks, paddle boats, fast pedal boats,
water toys, lake toys, small fishing boats, personal water craft.

How to Order Hydrobikes: Call Toll Free at 1-877-878-2537
or email waterstates@comcast.net

Want to Learn More?... www.hydrostates.com

All major credit cards accepted!

A New Spin on Water Recreation

2008-12-25T23:31:32Z

There are many reasons to purchase a HydroBike for your water recreation! You don't have to be an olympic athlete to reap the benefits of water cycling...recreational water cyclists burn as many calories as skaters, kayakers, high-impact aerobic participants, even joggers.

1. This is real off-road biking, with the whole lake, river or shoreline at your feet. A recent study conducted by Frank Katch, Professor of Exercise Science at the University of Massachusetts, and Victor Katchwater, Professor of Movement of Science at the University of Michigan, found that moderate water cycling (about 60% maximum) burned an average of 546 calories per hour. The caloric burn is 8% greater than outdoor bicycling at the speed of 10 to 12 miles per hour.

2. Hydrobikes go faster, ride easier, maneuver better and give you surprising stability in the water. So you can explore more places, experience more activities, and enjoy the ride like never before. Keeping fit was never so easy and so much fun.

3. Hydrobikes are designed and built to perform virtually maintenance free season after season. It is an investment you and your family will never stop enjoying. It's free spirited fun for every age, from 8 to 80. The Hydrobike is surprisingly strong, light and fast. The pontoons were scientifically developed by a professional canoe designer for optimum bouyancy, speed and maneuverability. That means you will have a smooth ride even in very choppy water.

4. The Hydrobike is incredibly steady and sturdy, stable enough to dive from, the Hydrobike can also handle rough water conditions, including five foot ocean swells. Shallow water is no problem and is ideal for narrow and shallow water, the Hydrobike can operate in less than one foot of water. If the drive train and propeller encounter rocks or sand it automatically pivots up and over the obstacle. You can even pedal up onto the beach without damaging the propeller or rudder.

5. The high performance propulsion system features a lower drive train that is sealed water-tight providing protection even in salty seawater. The chain uses evironmentally friendly lubricants. Propeller driven for the best performance, this is no slow paddle boat. The Hydrobike computer-designed propulsion system features a 90% efficient propeller which allow you to achieve cruise speeds of 4-6 mph with minimum effort.

6. It is engineered for fun and value and the exceptional quality of Hydrobikes is evident in every feature. They are geared for high-performance and low maintenance. You will be amazed at how little effort it takes to pedal on a lake, river or ocean.

7. The Hydrobike is built for safety, is engineered for a safe, reliable ride providing stability on the water. It is totally portable, it fits in most mini-vans and SUV's. You can purchase the Toad Beach Transport trailer that allows you to launch and retrieve your Hydrobike effortlessly.'

8. One person can assemble and disassemble the Hydrobike in minutes, without tools. It has built-in storage compartment to stow extra clothes, beverages and cargo. There is even a handy cup holder.

9. Hydobikes also introduced a special model for hunting and fishing, the Sport. It is the easy, quiet and comfortable way to access the best fishing and duck hunting spots. The Sport comes equipped with oars, and you can add an optional 40-pound thrust electric trolling motor. It's remarkably quiet, sturdy and stable and allows you to maneuver virtually anywhere. Saves more time for hunting and fishing. There is plenty of room to accommodate your favorite rods and reels, bait or guns, not to mention your dog.

10. If you want to blend in with the surroundings, order the camouflage hunting blind, custom fitted for the Sport.

11. The Hydobike is a great way to share fun times with kids 5 and under. The kid's seat installs in an instant, and is mid-mounted for better balance. It easily adjusts to any childs size, and it gives both of you a full field of view-and a full day of fun! Hydrobikes are great fun at youth camps. But more importantly, they're a great way to spend quality time with the kids in a quiet, calm and enjoyable setting.

12. Discover how much more fun you can have on the water, make waves on a Hydrobike. Go to www.hydroStates.com and check it out!

HydroSport Great Fishing & Hunting

2008-12-25T23:23:00Z

Simplicity and Maneuverability provide Fishability of the HydroSport!

If you like to fish you will appreciate our new and improved HydroSport. This watercraft merges a winning combination of ride and fishability with the smart-fishing features that hard-core anglers demand.

We would like to introduce a special model for hunting and fishing, called "The HydroSport".

It is the easy, quiet and comfortable way to access the best fishing and duck hunting spots.
You can add an optional 40-pound thrust electric trolling motor.
It's remarkably quiet, sturdy and stable and allows you to maneuver virtually anywhere.
Saves more time for hunting and fishing.
There is plenty of room to accommodate your favorite rods and reels, bait or guns, not to mention your dog.

Fishing is part sport, part passion, part just plain fun. Running toward the dawn in a affordable boat and dangling a bait beneath a bobber is heaven on earth.

Want to stop fishing from shore?
Are you under the impression that fishing from a boat is too expensive for your current budget?
Think again. Whether you live near lakes, rivers, oceans or bays, fun fishing can be yours NOW.
Get out there and do it.

If you want to blend in with the surroundings, order the camouflage hunting blind, custom fitted for the HydroSport. There are many accessories available for the craft, the most unique being a popup duck blind that surrounds the cycle or platform seat. Just imagine how many times you wish you could just move your blind over a few yards for a better shot.

"The HydroSport is a platform bolted onto two pontoons made from molded polyethylene. The platform is made of powder coated aluminum and provides a very sturdy place to stand or sit and cast for your favorite fish.

Although it comes with oars that easily push "The HydroSport" wherever you want it to go, you may opt to install a trolling motor and use that for propulsion. The trolling motor pushes "The HydroSport" with incredible ease, and much to everyone’s delight, quite a bit of speed. It comes with a very comfortable swivel seat that is quite nice to fish from.

When you return to the landing, you can easily grab the "HydroSport" by the two handles and drag it up to the trailer. You can chose to leave your "HydroSport" intact, by utilizing a flat bed trailer for hauling rather than tearing it down and putting it in your truck. It really does only take about five minutes to tear it down and it will fit inside a 2000 Chevy Tahoe, however it does require a little work to put it back together. It's not hard, just bulky.

Overall, "The HydroSport" is a perfect boat for this particular application. The price tag is very reasonable, and it will stand the test of time, and as a fisherman you will get your money out of it. If you have a small pond you like to fish or a body of water that you can really only get to by foot, you may want to consider a HydroSport.

The secret is in the catamaran styled pontoons.