Tempted by a recumbent
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byegad
Legendary Member
- Location
- NE England
I doubt you'd get one brand new. If there are any new at that price point please post it here. However second hand you should be able to pick one up. Contact D-tek near Ely. They usually have a selection of bikes and trikes to choose from.
tongskie01
Active Member
- Location
- blackpool england
i got mine from ctw scheme. cost was 1200 pounds, so ihave to pay 200 to bring it down to max allowable price. and another 50 for the disposal fee.
mickle
innit
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- 53.933606, -1.076131
What sort of recumbent do you want? Bike, trike, long base, short base, touring, racing...?
No idea!
mickle
innit
- Location
- 53.933606, -1.076131
What do you want to do with it?
windmiller
Guest
- Location
- Newcastle upon Tyne
I would put "seriously tempted" on hold and do some serious research on the different types of recumbents, then test ride as many as you can, then you might know how serious you really are.
One of the biggest issues with recumbents is the seat height as it is not adjustable. Unles you can safely put both feet down, then there is a safety issue in emergency stops
Secondly the cockpit is not overky adjustable, so needs to "feel right"
As above, you need to research what you want and then try them out.
Secondly the cockpit is not overky adjustable, so needs to "feel right"
As above, you need to research what you want and then try them out.
Just ride it really. They just look like a lot of fun, and I think I'd be able to beat my friend up hills in one!
Probably ride to work on it a bit too.
Good advice, thanks. I'll mull it over.
All I really wanted at this stage was to know whether a decent one could be had for £1k, so I know what my options are.
mickle
innit
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- 53.933606, -1.076131
glasgowcyclist
Charming but somewhat feckless
- Location
- Scotland
As others have said, try to get a test ride on a few, they vary rather a lot. Do you want under seat steering or over seat steering for example?
I use my HP Street Machine GT, which is a world-class tourer, for commuting and it is incredibly comfortable, easy to ride and has fantastic handling. Don't buy one if you don't like grinning while you ride or being asked a lot of questions by others when you stop for lights. People will gather, children (and adults) will point and wave.
Mine will be for sale in the next couple of weeks although I am probably too far away for you.
GC
mickle
innit
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- 53.933606, -1.076131
Variables include: seat height, recumbentness of seat, wheel size(s) and above or below seat steering
Bike or trike
If bike, long or short wheelbase
If trike 'delta' or 'tadpole' wheel layout
In addition to the usual considerations of materials and construction a recumbent manufacturer juggles all of these elements to deliver their chosen performance chracteristics. So a Dutch style 'low racer' might go fast but you'll see very little of anything higher that a lorry's wheelnuts. Delta trikes can carry a lot of baggage but the upright riding position renders them no more aerofynamically efficient than a regular bike.
Swings and roundabouts.
Check out Sinner's site for a good idea of whats available.
Bike or trike
If bike, long or short wheelbase
If trike 'delta' or 'tadpole' wheel layout
In addition to the usual considerations of materials and construction a recumbent manufacturer juggles all of these elements to deliver their chosen performance chracteristics. So a Dutch style 'low racer' might go fast but you'll see very little of anything higher that a lorry's wheelnuts. Delta trikes can carry a lot of baggage but the upright riding position renders them no more aerofynamically efficient than a regular bike.
Swings and roundabouts.
Check out Sinner's site for a good idea of whats available.
