how much faster...

[andharwheel]

Mickle said:Trikes aren't used at the upper level of Human Powered Vehicle competition any more "
Except if your Dutch and called Ymte and leave everyone standing at the World's at Bentwaters in the Crit.

 

[Hilldodger]

Recumbents can be a lot faster over a short distance but then most riders have to stop and look in the mirror

 

[squeaker]

My trike is over a longer distance, yes the top speed of my road bike is quicker mostly due to the laws of physics.

But on my trike, I don't have to worry about balance, my arse hurting or anything else for that matter.

Except muppets in SUVs?
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But now we are into fairings / bodywork. I suspect that the inherent ability of 3 wheels to deal with sidewinds, which become more of a problem with bodywork, tips (!) the advantage away from 2 wheels, if you want a practical vehicle.

And yes, I would love to own a Quest

 

[Arch]

Recumbents can be a lot faster over a short distance but then most riders have to stop and look in the mirror

Not me. I forgot to take a comb or hairbrush on my first week long tour on a bike, and no one noticed the difference...