From phillymag.com:

“When we heard about the Expresso Bike, the new virtual-reality cardio system hitting Philly’s gyms that claims to realistically shed pounds and liven up dull workouts, we were skeptical. But the futuristic lure was too much to pass up. Here’s what you need to know about the city’s newest way to kick your butt.

What it is: A bike that looks like something Geroge Jetson would have used. Mounted behind the handlebars sits a 17-inch LCD monitor, outfitted for sharp visualizations and Internet connectivity, which serves as a window to your new virtual-reality workout.”

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From portfolio.com:

“You’re pedaling hard through the Chinese countryside, past red pagodas and pink flowering trees that sway in the breeze. Your heart’s pumping, and you can almost feel the calories burning away. But there’s trouble ahead. A serpentine green animal slithers into view. It has a large mouth, a long tail—and wings. Fortunately, the S3 is built to handle dragons. You just shoot them down by squeezing the triggers on the handlebars.

Obviously, the supernatural chase is unfolding in a videogame. But what might be surprising is where it’s being played. “

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