In 2003, the company introduced its Townie model, using a  crank forward geometry, marketed as Flat Foot Technology, where a seated rider's feet can rest flat on the ground — combining aspects of cruiser geometry with recumbent geometry, moving the pedals forward and the seat back.
In 2003, the company introduced its Townie model, utilizing a crank-forward geometry, marketed as Flat Foot Technology. This design integrates aspects of cruiser and recumbent geometries by positioning pedals forward and seats back, enabling seated riders to rest their feet flat on the ground.