ElliptiGO - Our Story
In this text, you will learn about the origins of ElliptiGO. At the heart of the story are Bryan Pate and Brent Teal – two friends and the inventors of ElliptiGO.
In 2005, Bryan lost the ability to continue his running training due to hip and knee injuries. Up until that point, he had completed more than a dozen triathlons, one Ironman, a marathon, and 20–30 races. Sport had always been an important part of his life.
At the age of 32, he could only stay fit through lower-impact activities such as cycling. However, he found the bicycle saddle and seated position uncomfortable and was frustrated that it took significantly more time to achieve a comparable training intensity to running.
The search for an alternative
As a result, Bryan began training on an elliptical machine at the gym. Although he liked the movement, the thought of being permanently dependent on a gym as his training environment was unbearable.
The creation of movement ElliptiGO
One day, Brent received a call from Bryan. As a long-time friend, former Ironman triathlete, marathon runner, and mechanical engineer, Bryan knew that Brent could help develop the idea and turn ElliptiGO into reality.
In July 2005, the two met at a café in Solana Beach to work out a concept and begin building the first prototype. Additional models followed and were tested in numerous road races.
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WHY – Why ElliptiGO Exists
We believe that people should be able to move freely. Without pain. Without compromise. And without giving up their passion.
For many endurance athletes, running represents freedom, focus and identity. Yet injuries, joint problems or overuse force many to give up exactly what drives them. We believed: that should not be the end.
ElliptiGO was born from the conviction that intense run training must be possible – without the damaging impact on knees and hips. That training should not be confined to four walls. And that performance and joint protection are not mutually exclusive.
Our Mission:
To preserve the feeling of running – even when traditional running is no longer possible.
HOW – How We Make It Possible
We combine the best of two worlds:
the running-like motion of an elliptical trainer with the freedom of outdoor training.
ElliptiGO enables a natural, upright movement pattern that:- still achieves a high heart rate and training intensity,
- trains muscles, coordination and endurance holistically,
- and takes place outdoors instead of in a gym.
Our products are born from real experience: developed by endurance athletes for endurance athletes. Every detail is tested, refined and only adopted if it truly enhances the training experience.
WHAT – What ElliptiGO Is
ElliptiGO is the original outdoor elliptical bike. A bike that feels like running – just without the impact.
Since the first prototype in 2005, more than 14,000 people worldwide have redefined their training with ElliptiGO: runners, triathletes, fitness enthusiasts and anyone who wants to maintain peak performance without overloading their joints.
ElliptiGO stands for:- Running-like training without joint impact
- Maximum efficiency with minimal risk
- Movement in the fresh air
- Purpose-driven innovation with authentic roots
ElliptiGO is not an alternative to running. It is its evolution.