New toy
Aidy
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Okay, I know this won't be to everybody's tastes, but I haven't been this excited by a new bike for a while. My impatience to collect it this past week has been considerable.
And after having been chastised by cjcp, I thought I'd share it with you
Now. Back to falling off in the garden.
And after having been chastised by cjcp, I thought I'd share it with you
Now. Back to falling off in the garden.
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wicked !
I've always wondered how recums ride.
easy on those brakes tho...my bro had a set and their ubber strong !0 -
Nice!
BentMikey (can't remember if he's on BR or CycleChat) rides one.0 -
Cool!
I don't understand this handlebar arrangement though... it looks very odd in that pic! I'd like to have a go on a 'bent. My cousin has one but keeps crashing it.0 -
turnerjohn wrote:easy on those brakes tho...my bro had a set and their ubber strong !
With the speed I'm intending this thing to go, they better beCafewanda wrote:BentMikey (can't remember if he's on BR or CycleChat) rides one.
Both, I think. He's here anywaylost_in_thought wrote:I don't understand this handlebar arrangement though... it looks very odd in that pic! I'd like to have a go on a 'bent. My cousin has one but keeps crashing it.
The underseat steering options look a bit prettier, but it doesn't feel too bad to ride. That said, the novelty of being in a completely bonkers riding position isn't going to let me discern good/bad riding qualities
I'm sure I can get it loaded up with panniers and stuff, you're welcome to come and have a go0 -
Cafewanda wrote:Nice!
BentMikey (can't remember if he's on BR or CycleChat) rides one.
Hence his handle.... he posts on both BR & CC.
Wouldn't mind a 'bent myself, though I think I'd prefer a trike to a bike (purely for the not-falling-off aspect).Dahon Speed Pro TT; Trek Portland
Viner Magnifica '08 ; Condor Squadra
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So, initial impressions:
It's really weird, the balance/steering feels all off - it's like learning to ride a bike all over again.
It uses completely different muscles - it's a lot slower starting off than I thought it would be. I sorta suspect that if I was a spinner rather than a grinder I'd have an easier time of it.
You really wouldn't believe the amount of road buzz you feel.
Everyone will stop to look at you.0 -
................ as long as they stop
Have you actually tried it on the local roads or you were still in the garden?0 -
So how long before you use it on a commute this summer?0
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Good effort!
It's like a relaxed Chopper with those wheels. And, when you first look at the picture, it's like you've got a mini-tail gun instead of handlebars.FCN 2-4.
"What happens when the hammer goes down, kids?"
"It stays down, Daddy."
"Exactly."0 -
Guy round here has a tricycle recumbent - always fancied having a go in it (sorry CJ)0
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Does it have any sort of rear suspension at all? Or is the seat springy?0
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snailracer wrote:Does it have any sort of rear suspension at all? Or is the seat springy?
If you look at the pick full size you can see that the seat is a tube frame with stretchy mesh to sit on - looks pretty comfy!
Rode a couple of low rider 3 wheel recumbents on Millenium square in Leeds last year on the bike to work week event. Hope they do it again. I'd prefer Aidys sort for road riding though as it looks a lot more visible.
I think I'll be off now - just had a great idea. I'm going to invent the worlds first mountain recumbentFaster than a tent.......0 -
Rolf F wrote:I think I'll be off now - just had a great idea. I'm going to invent the worlds first mountain recumbent
Sorry Rolf0 -
Aidy wrote:Rolf F wrote:I think I'll be off now - just had a great idea. I'm going to invent the worlds first mountain recumbent
Sorry Rolf
What a ridiculous idea :evil:
I'd like to see someone have a go at the Dalby red route on that........Faster than a tent.......0