I am in Gosport, (Portsmouth) so If you fancy a ride then let me know.
I have a Strret Machine, some 20 years on recumbents and 18 years on trikes I researched the machine, and then rode the Scorpion as the geometry is similar:
(Grey is Gekko, green is Scorpion)
I was therefore confident enough to order without riding
But in the meanwhile.
The machine is heavy, and the fold is not as easy as it looks, For practicalities I tend to fol and unfold with the right side on the ground.
The fold twists the chain and this is an issue. I am awaiting a reply from BikeFix over a replacement idler as the ither on has been damaged. The chain is uncontrolled during the fold and sometimes forces between the idler and guide. This has broken a wedge from teh idler.
I have a Rohloff which I found was too low geared so now have a modified Schlumpf HSD with a 34- 83 tooth at the front which is excellent. I also have the tensioner. The only misgiving is that the 20 inch wheel does need careful selection of gearing.
As a machine I commute daily as it its in my work locker and it has been durable, reliable and a blast to ride. However it is a more touring / utility based trike than my Catrike so slower and less sporty in the ride.
When I bought it the choice was between a Trice and the Gekko, the seat remaining in place was the deciding factor and this has not changed.
If you have any specific questions then let me know.
