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*** Schwinn Makes The Commutes Easier ***

Sacramento, CA -- 01/12/2009



The Tailwind (like all Schwinn electric bicycles) is a so-called
eBike hybrid and can be ridden in either motor-assist mode or
as a conventional bike. The eight-speed Tailwind utilizes a light
weight aluminum alloy frame.

The electric motor in the Tailwind is housed in the hub of the front
wheel, an innovation found in all Schwinn eBike models. In addition,
all Schwinn eBike models (including the Tailwind) utilize the Plug N'
Drive removable battery pack which is built into rear bike rack
systems, allowing riders to quickly detach the battery for recharging.

Schwinn claims that the bicycle's owners will get a minumum of 2,000
recharge cycles with the Tailwind electric bicycle versus the industry
standard of 600 - 1,000 charges before needing to replace the battery.

Tailwind riders will also find they can ride 25 to 30 miles per charge
(depending upon such factors as climate, rider weight and terrain).
The Tailwind also comes with a 20,000-mile or two-year limited warranty.

The Tailwind is the first product in the world to use Toshiba's new
SCiB technology. Toshiba's SCiB power technology will enable
Tailwind owners to recharge their eBike in 30 minutes through
a standard electrical outlet (or as little as five to seven minutes
through a commercial charger).

By comparison, it takes approximately four hours or longer to fully
recharge the battery of virtually any other eBike in use today through
a standard electrical outlet, allowing riders to recharge their Tailwind
eBike in one-eighth (1/8th) the time of other electric bikes.

"We've seen tremendous growth in the eBike market in the last couple
years, and expect the Tailwind will break out to lead the pack as it
incorporates the latest battery technology in a very sleek and stylish
electric bicycle, said Bruno Maier, Executive Vice President of Marketing
for the Cannondale Sports Group. "Initially we are starting out with a
smaller inventory in the U.S., but we plan to grow the number of eBikes
available to IBDs throughout the year to meet what we will expect will
be a growing demand."
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