The Cycle Forklift

Last week, we reported on the Forearm Forklift, a pair of adjustable straps marketed as a human lifting device (Forkliftaction.com News #314).

This week, we're happy to highlight another human-powered forklift innovation which will please the environmentalists but won't worry the major manufacturers. We predict that it also will not win much support from the work force.

Brought to our attention by US correspondent Roger Renstrom, the Cycle Forklift "is ridden just like a bicycle, while a winch is used to lift objects of your choosing".

Its distributors boast that "you don't need petrol or even electricity to move large items anymore".

"Simply get yourself a human-powered forklift instead. Providing you've had a good hearty breakfast, you'll be able to shift up to 30kg in no time," the website proclaims.

Made by Soceadth, the emissions-free, environmentally friendly Cycle Forklift is only available online and sells for around USD1,615.