Sean's Satin Black Catrike 700
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Catrike 700 Racing Trike
Get your own custom Catrike 700 Recumbent Racing Trike. I think a large part of the equation is the engine. Thats my 2 cents worth. At our recumbent trike shop, we have addressed this issue for years simply by bolstering the upper part of the seat with large-pore open-cell foam, or with a Ventisitseat-pad. most are not super smooth but do not often have chuck holes in the pavement. The 700 is designed to be fast and efficient. Come to for test-rides, and bent-talk. I need to find a way to put a 24T granny on my compact double. 87.1" For Speed = 26MPH @100RPM. 123" for Catrike 700 = 37MPH @ 100 RPM. Location: Just Dadeville, AL Lake Martin area.
To me they are pretty equal till you get above 15 mph and then the 700 really shines. Like all Catrikes the Expedition does not fold, but the pedal boom can be removed if you have to. I have not ridden the 5.5.9 but I have the 700. I anticipated that the more reclined lean angle on the 700 would be inferiorto the Expedition, but it was as least as comfortable if not more so. Starting with the paint we used Prismatic Pearl White for the frame and boom and Tiger's Candy Red for the bits and pieces. I found that super-high tire pressure does help with speed but the rattle is enough to shake you teeth out of your head. I like to ride on mostly flat roads. Eric's Liquid Black Catrike 700
So you must stick to what Emdexpress calls "baby butt smooth trails" which I don't have around where I ride. The Speed was always a smaller trike than the 700 and it retains the portability advantage. I tried to induce brakesteer on each of them and it was barely detectable. I am a woman and I ride for the thrills. my choice was the Expedition. For 2018, though, Catrike has formally redesigned the seat to include a special cushion on the upper seat covering the cross-bar. /sitemap.xml, Copyright 2021 Peregrine Bicycle Works, Inc., All rights reserved, Catrike discontinues Road recumbent trike model, Meet ICE: British trike manufacturer on US tour, Cheap trike carrier for folded recumbent trike, Meet Azub: Czech recumbent trike makers on U.S. tour, Catrike makes wider axles standard equipment on all large-wheel models, RideAtaxia 1 June 2019, Winters, CA - NorCal - Friedrich's Ataxia Research Alliance (FARA), 2019 Norcal FARA (Friedrich's Ataxia Research Alliance) Ride, Catrike Eola: new for 2019 recumbent trike model, new seat mesh incorporating upper support cushion, and side lumbar bolsters, slight frame change focusing on the upper seat, rear disc brake for drag and parking usage, new dropout system to accommodate the rear wheel and disc parking brake. The rear derailleur is the SRAM Red road derailleur. Shop for Parts and Accessories in our Online Store! Materials on this site may not be used without express written permission. If you talk to people that lean towards one or the other (700 or Expedition), each has their points, good and bad. On my Road I spin out at 27-30 mph which is fine for me. Thank you all for your input. Stability on nearly any trike takes a while to give a fair evaluation. * weight includes pedals, mirror, flag, computer mount and neck rest if standard on the model. The Catrike Expedition has been one of the most popular long distance touring tricycles for years. The choices of tires for the Expedition is much larger than for the 700, which is what Larry was referring to. And now own a Speed CS#1103. with standard size chainrings that will shift well.
Speed on a trike is determined by the gearing (which can be switched on any trike), weight of the trike, tire type, width and the strength of the rider. The Expedition offers a beautiful and sleek machine combined with a long, comfortable body position for all-day riding. The sense of freedom that comes with taking the path less traveled can be yours with just a pedal stroke. Perfect for training and racing. Ride them all..You will not pick the Cat it will pick you. The best Ive felt in a direct steer bike and better than many indirect steer trikes, in my opinion. It's not about which trike as much as it is about the rider. Donald's Lava Red Catrike 700
Like all Catrikes the seat-recline is not adjustable. The front wheels are custom 20-inch Velocity A23 with bladed spokes and ceramic bearings.
Great for long distance touring, the Expedition is a fast machine with a wide gear range.<BR>The Expedition can also be a comfortable racer. Not extreme but comfy and pretty aero. This website uses cookies for functionality, analytics and advertising purposes as described in our. Thanks. January 2023 appointments only:Wed-Sun 10-5
The final conclusion is that eCat is a non-optimum add on with The tierod and bolt were coated candy red.
A couple of my rides have speed bumps and I did not want to bottom out. Cyclery | Easy Street | Greenspeed | Hase | Hostel Shoppe | HP When I want speed its the 700. This website uses cookies for functionality, analytics and advertising purposes as described in our. Folding feature of the Dumont isn't needed. Off-hours: Mon-Tue. Mask policy and social distancing may be observed. I got the 700 for the same reasons as the other people here.
If you mostly peddle on flat terrain, I strongly suggest use a very tight gear ratio like a 12-23 but not a 11-36. You can find replacements at any bike shop. The brakes are Ashima hydraulic pancake brakes. Use tab to navigate through the menu items. I am hard pressed to really chose only one. Richard, you took the words right out of my mouth. I don't have any real miles on the 700, but I did test one while looking at Catrikes. But if I had to it would be the Expedition. Like all Catrikes the Expedition has direct steering. A comfortable Larry riding on fat softer tires is a happy and energetic Larry. Still, it is something to be aware of.
To be prepared for any adventure, the Expedition comes equipped with a space frame for heavy touring loads. I am running Kojacks up front and Durano's on the rear of the 700 and Durano's all around on the Expedition. That is why I got the 5.5.9 with 2" Big Apples on it. As well, by replacing the tires our customer will enjoy the trails. Velotechnik | ICE | Industrial Bicycles | Jersey Bents | John's Trikes & Bikes | KMX Karts | Labmake | Laid Back Cycles | Linear | Lightning Cycle Dynamics| Oklahoma . View some recent custom trike builds
Catrike Adjustable Neck Rest. Read the full review on my Average Joe Cyclist blog - https://avera. (700c is the other most available size.) It would beat me up pretty bad. I own a 700 but test rode a Speed prior to purchasing my 700. The 2008 Catrike Speed has less recline than the 700 for a more comfort oriented rider. Based on my experience I would not recommend putting a 27" on the rear. Up I have ridden an expedition but was afraid to sit on the 700 ( my knees are so bad I think I would be asking passer-bys to help me get out of the seat of the 700 ) . It also gives a bit smoother ride, never a strong point on a Catrike due to their rigid frames. With the exception of ground clearance, the 700 would be my 1st choice (I wouldn't have said that before I owned a 700). And, of course it has to look spectacular. Starting with the already fast Catrike 700 we spec'd it out with the best road components out there and made some other mods to get a final ready-to-ride weight of 29lbs10oz. Parking Brake ActuatorMicroshift Thumb Shifter, *All components are subject to change with an equivalent substitute based on availability. The 26-inch rear wheel provides a broad range of gears for a variety of terrain. It is rugged enough for commuting or touring but it is faster than some more expensive performance trikes. At first glance, there are more similarities than differences between the Expedition and the 700. It send any little pebble right to your body one fellow that writes a Blog even says he could tell the difference between a dime and a nickle. A long wheel base Sport-Luxury Catrike. Catrikes and Their Owners -- Let's See You. This event has taken place and the notice is simply part of our articles archive.
John, let me start by saying I have zero mechanical brains.
My trike was outfitted with all my commuting gear, and weighed about 60 lbs. | Bacchetta | Bent The top of the derailleur post was cut off to eliminate some weight. Put everything aside, Just your seat lay-back angle on the 700 significantly reduces drag compared to all other Catrikes. Starting with the already fast Catrike 700 we spec'd it out with the best road components out there and made some other mods to get a final ready-to-ride weight of 29lbs10oz. The SRAM Force derailleur was used in the front because there is no compatible Red derailleur that will work with the Catrike derailleur post. The 26-Inch rear wheel provides a broad range of gears for a variety of terrain. The 700c Thru-Axle rear wheel offers excellent power transfer, and high gearing gives you the shifting options needed to reach your personal best. Other makes and models of trike may exceed the Expedition in one feature or another, but this trike is the paradigm. My current 2010 speed R is setup with the following modifications: I've owned both and even though I currently ride a 700, I think that I preferred my Speed overall. For example, the ICE Full Fat big-tired adventure tricycle. Catrike 700 Racing Trike Liquid Black
I know Paulo rides a Speed. We chose a SRAM Red 53/39 double crankset to give us the desired gear range. Share this . On paper, the 700 is going to be faster - but by how much, that's where the engine comes in. This crankset is incredibly lightweight. To be prepared for any adventure, the Expedition comes equipped with a space frame for heavy packs.
If you gear withequivalentGear Inches and comparable tires should they not be the same?Thanks. I think there are only two considerations for you. I think the big rear tire also gives a bit less rolling resistance, certainly on rougher roads (chip seal) or gravel bike paths. Paul's Lava Red Catrike 700
The result is a Expedition with the perfect combination of maximum efficiency, comfort and riding enjoyment. BRC Featured in Trike Asylum January 8, 2014 . I promise you that these are the same guys who would ask exactly the questions raised in this thread.
I climb equally well with either trike. It would also be a bit more aero while still having the extra ground clearance and width (important to me) of the Expedition. I know this has probably been beaten to death for years.But I'm having difficulty deciding between the 700 and the Expedition. The shifting is so perfect that it matches the precision of the rear derailleur. The diameter difference is only 1.3mm after all. (700c is the other most available size.) Sorry I was not clear on the style of ridding I do. Thanks Chaim can you confirm the extrusion for the boom is also AL7005? Our most popular adult trike, the Catrike Expedition is a Sport-Luxury recumbent trike with a wide track and long wheel base. The reason I ask is I want the speed but also want to ride rail trails and paths as well as road and know I'll need the clearance. And, try trikes, trikes, trikes including the fully automatic ICE Adventure electric trikes.
The Expedition is a beautiful and sleek machine designed with a comfortable body position for all-day riding. I did not care for the Speed but it is a great trike. | TerraTrike | Triot | Sun Cyclery | Trident | Utah Trikes | Victory Bicycles | Vite. Location: DFW area, TX.
Is there a wheel /tire combination that works on the expedition that would get me close to the performance of the 700? Additional customer shipping charge: $100.00. The difference in rolling resistance of the wheels on those two trikes is minor compared to the air-resistance of each package.
There is a big difference in gear inches between the two Trikes in stock format. Crazy On Three, My Bent Up Cycling Journal, http://poweroncycling.com/product/po-wheel-869.htm.
Catrike 700 Recumbent Racing Trike Hyper Yellow
View All Custom Catrike 700 Recumbent Racing Trikes, Get your own custom Catrike 700 Recumbent Racing Trike, Articles, Reviews, Tips, and Modifications. The New Copyright 2006-2023 All Rights Reserved. @Chuckhunder pretty much spelled out the affecting differences. Catrike 700 Racing Trike
Catrikes and Their Owners -- Let's See You! Put everything aside, Just your seat lay-back angle on the 700 significantly reduces drag compared to all other Catrikes. To be prepared for any adventure, the Expedition comes equipped with a space frame for heavy packs. @Pockets would be right if both machines were the same. Mirror Mount Right.
Catrike says: The 700 is designed to be fast and efficient. Why would they buy trikes? Road is 4lbs lighter than the Dumont. | Lancaster Recumbent | Midwest Trike Megastore |Recycled The SRAM TT900 carbon fiber shifters are ultra precise and lightweight. The Pocket, Speed, and 700 all have 16-inch front wheels which gives those models a slick racing look. Your young and sound uninjured I don't think you belong on one just yet. I test rode the 700 and Expedition before I bought the Expedition. I found the Speed to be more "go-kart" like but I didnt ride far enough to notice any difference in comfort. Catrikes are not cheap like a Walmart bicycle, they are a costly investment and most fear making the wrong choice. To be prepared for any adventure, the Expedition comes equipped with a space frame for heavy packs. To get a bit more speed on my expedition I just changed tires. Cycle | Angletech | Avenue Trikes | Archer | Azub They may not have the tires you really want but they will get you back on the road. Cycles |Bend Quiet, smooth and durable, it may be the best idler in the business. Both seemed to fit nicely. Also, the 700 has placed the idler much further forward than other models or previous versions. The Expedition offers a beautiful and sleek machine combined with a long, comfortable body position for all-day riding. More comfortable? Even the jockey wheels have ceramic bearings. Place for exchange of information between Catrike owners and prospects. You have opened a can of worms here. An inexpensive hitch-mount rack for folded recumbent trikes. Add the lighter construction and in effect you fly the 700 while you ride all the rest. Here is my test ride and walk-around of the Catrike 700 high performance recumbent trike. of the Catrike 700 Recumbent Racing Trike:
I have to say that they seat w/ angle is the most comfortable I have been on. The pavement has a rather rough texture and is mostly a farm road.
I have owned a Speed and currently own an Expedition and a 700. Visit CBD Store Please Support Our Sponsors Listed Below Jeff's Candy Purple Catrike 700
Making a race machine means keeping it lightweight and efficient.
When I want just general riding it's the Expedition. =12.0ptI have an expedition but not have had the pleasure to ride a 700. Catrike announces the Eola, a new recumbent trike model for 2019. Catrike is a brand name of recumbent trikes that are known for high-quality design and engineering, and a very comfortable ride. The 700 is not a bone rattler but rather the tires you run on are unless you ride baby butt smooth trails like I do.
A track racing coach disbelieved my claim that the trike is the best drag racing platform in the hpv world, and challenged me to a race. I do not know where to purchase a set of fast front wheels that are trike specific, or what tires would help in the speed area. Care and Feeding of your E-Assist Battery, Ground Clearance 4.25 (108mm)Length Overall ~80 (set for 6 rider). It is paired with the SRAM Force road derailleur. Now the downside (every bike/trike has them.) it Cycle | Angletech | Avenue Trikes | Archer | Azub The seat recline is not adjustable, but at 37 degrees from horizontal, I find it nice. The Expedition offers a beautiful and sleek machine combined with a long, comfortable body position for all-day riding. The lumbar curve on the Expedition is a nice addition I really like it. View All Custom Catrike 700 Recumbent Racing Trikes
700 are geared higher harder to get up hills. The 700c Thru-Axle rear wheel offers excellent power transfer, and high gearing gives you the shifting options needed to reach your personal best. Exploring hidden roads and seeing nature sliding past in near silence is an experience only rolling through the country on a Catrike can provide. I have always wanted to ride one so I asked my local Catrike dealer if I could. The CycleOps PowerTap hub gives realtime wattage outputs. The frame has a 275 lb warranty weight limit, like many of the other Catrikes. Price was not an issue, the Expedition just felt the best to me. | Bacchetta | Bent I picked the Catrike due to being a USA product, and the Expedition for touring and the larger wheel in the rear, similar to that of the 700 which I love almost as well, and would have picked if it had a higher clearance. I have 2 sets of wheels for my 700 (600.00 later). Larry was just commenting that on the roads around his Old Kentucky Home, much like the roads elsewhere in America, racing tires usually aren't the best choice, and no matter how aero you make yourself, you probably won't be as fast as a well-shod trike. One constraint that has been a sticking point over the years is simply the 130" ground-shipping limit imposed by UPS and Fedex. I'd love to have a trike that is mostly an Expedition but with a seat angle a bit closer to that of the 700. it We trimmed 3 inches of the lower handlebar and coated them candy red. so, my question is why a Speed instead of a 700? Richard, most Mtb and road bikes don't have extensions like the 'bent boom or the parallelogram rear triangle of the Catrike. The size of the Expedition makes it the ideal Catrike for larger riders. View All Recent Trikes, Richard's Liquid Black Catrike 700
The 700 felt a lot stiffer and twitchy than the Expedition. I chose the Expedition because of the extra ground clearance. Check out the picture below:) Catrikes and Their Owners -- Let's See You!
Christopher's Atomic Orange Catrike 700
And, we raise hope by joining together in support. Many Catrike owners love how these recumbent tricycles handle and how it almost feels like you're riding on a magic carpet when you get in the seat and get going. I've only ridden my Road and test rides on a Speed, I for one don't miss the 100+ gear inch high gear(s). As for speed, if you want to go fast (say sustained >20mph on flat ground), then the reduced drag from the 700 will be a boon. Recumbent Cycle-Con| Clovis Bicycle Company | Alpaca | Amling's A catrike 700 is meant for smooth roads. Take a look at our Expedition recumbent trike builds and you'll get the . Use tab to navigate through the menu items. This annual ride raises much-needed funds for research to cure Friedrich's Ataxia (a progressive neurological disease.). Catrike 700 Racing Trike Candy Purple
The Red crankset features carbon fiber Exogram crank arms. Catrike 700 Racing Trike Liquid Black
If you prefer the ergonomics of the 700, then that's a plus in its favor. I am 65 years old 6' 195 lbs and average 175 miles a week between the trikes. CAT Expedition vs 700 Trikes. Go with the 700, you wont have any regrets. The original racer tires and got 2 front wheels from Catrike and put on a little fatter tires and my friend built a complete rear wheel for me with the same kind of tire.
They have very similar designs, and both companies are known for making a quality product.
It even has 4- of ground clearance, not bad. Making a race machine means keeping it lightweight and efficient. Josh's Black Catrike 700
I ran each of them over a speedbump and could tell a difference in the smaller frontwheels on the 700. Sean's Satin Black Catrike 700
Accessories can be shipped nationwide. As mentioned before you could possibly setup up each trike for the best at getting the speed, but in the end what do you really want out of your Cat. And, of course it has to look spectacular. Catrike Chain Tensioner. Clearance is an issue but larger tires will help a little. Quicklinks: Home | Calling Cards | Message Board | Dealer Locator | DONATE | BENTRIDER STORE!!! UtahTrikes.com is a wholly owned subsidiary of Guy Graphics, Inc. I'm sure this has been debated before, but now that both models have been out for awhile, perhaps more data is available. This gives me hope.
All the stock Catrike wheels are black lightweight aluminum.
Metal is so last century. At 30 lb it's a bit lighter than the 700 too. Recumbent Road Bikes |Peddlers | RANS $125.00 . You can find replacements at any bike shop. The Catrike seat cover has many buckles which allow you to in effect adjust the amount of lumbar curve but tightening and loosening them. A low, aerodynamic body position and lightweight vertebrae-spaceframe put the rider it the perfect position to generate power and speed. This is consistently rated as the best cable-actuated derailleur available. Chester's Liquid Black Catrike 700
Slower (not by much) ride but I get to keep my teeth, This website uses cookies for functionality, analytics and advertising purposes as described in our, Catrike 700 vs 559 or expedition speed question. For chain we used the SRAM 1091R hollow pin chain. catrike expedition vs 700 does bill pullman have sciatica/are rangers in financial trouble again 2021 / catrike expedition vs 700. catrike expedition vs 700 maine high school baseball rankings May 21, 2022. send money inmate santa rita jail . Which one is faster is based on the engine you put on it (you). Cycling | BicycleMan | Bike Hub | The Bike Rack | Catrike | Connecticut Yankee Pedaller | Cruzbike | Charlotte Cycles | Draftmaster & Topper Racks | Fairfield Catrike 700 Racing Trike Liquid Black
The 26-inch rear wheel provides a broad range of gears for a variety of terrain. Catrike Road, and Catrike 700. The Expedition is a long wheel base Sport-Luxury Catrike that is capable of handling heavy loads for long distance touring and a fast performance ride. It is fun and really fast. This is the lightest 10-speed chain available and perfectly matched for the SRAM Red componentry. Catrike Front Fender Set. Well, if they have no choice but to ride one because of their ailments, why bother coming onto a forum to dis them?
A low, aerodynamic body position and lightweight vertebrae-spaceframe put the rider in the perfect position to generate power and speed. I rented a 700 for three days. Dumont The Catrike Dumont is a full suspension, folding trike which is easy to transport and super comfortable on the road. Seat Base Mesh Padded Seat Foam Cover Eola Padded Seat w/ Base Mesh Eola Base Mesh Spaceframe Sport Mesh 2020 700 Sport Seat Expedition/Pocket Sport Seat (Pre-2020) Villager Sport Mesh (Pre-2016 . Call or email us anytime. And although Catrike takes some liberties with that 130" limit, the fact is that the 700 recumbent trike, with its longer rear fork (to accommodate the larger 622 ETRTO rear wheel) and more laidback seating angle, will always be a large shipping package. Copyright 2017 ~ Bicycle Man LLC ~ All rights reserved, Browse and Inquire about our Used Selection. Catrike's build quality and high quality componets makes the Expedition a real winner. Black is the color of choice for either, so the final cost difference is negligible. There are so many roads to explore that you . As long as its a Catrike you really can't go wrong. Simple and thoughtfully designed, the 700 is engineered to move. He was on his racing bike. 1, Road is $600 + $50 tax=$650 cheaper than the Dumont. Made for speed, the SRAM OG1090 11-25 close ratio cassette. This is the primary reason Catrike has been unable to increase the frame length to gain the extra space to dip the upper seat cross-tube backwards to move it away from the rider's upper back. Obviously a steep hill as I'm 59 and not an Olympic athlete. A low, aerodynamic body position and lightweight vertebrae-spaceframe put the rider in the perfect position to generate power and speed. The cassette body is milled out of a solid piece and then hardened. Quick question about speed, knowing the 700 is the fastest how close in speed would a 559 orexpedition be? Capable of handling heavy loads for long distance touring and a fast performance ride. Just throw some fast tires on it and bring the speed up. 2009 Catrike Expedition CTE 586 2011 Catrike 700 CT7742 Sold bents Catrike Speed CS 74 Lighting Phantom Rans V2 Rans Stratus Performer JC 70 trike #5 04-20-2009, 10:34 PM bent eagle 'BentRider Legacy Partner : Join Date: Jan 2005. Recumbent Cycle-Con| Clovis Bicycle Company | Alpaca | Amling's The space neck rest is a nice one but I dont like neck rests much myself.
The 700 can be pretty fast on the open road when you get those big gears rolling. |Backcountry Recumbent Cycles The 26-inch rear wheel provides a broad range of gears for a variety of terrain. Is it faster? Across two different sites I post to most regularly, there are those who really are df bike-biased folks, who express disapproval of trikes. Simple and thoughtfully designed, the 700 is engineered to move. Place for exchange of information between Catrike owners and prospects. These wheels are significantly lighter than the stock 16-inch wheels and allow us to use the Ultremo ZX tires on the front. They both are tadpole trikes with aluminum frames and integrated seats, they have small front wheels and a larger rear one. I have both a 2011 700 and a 2009 Expedition. Join AlphaBENT in welcoming HP Velotechnik during their 2017 West Coast Tour. It does ride a little harsher but one must remember, it's a performance machine. The Expedition and the 700 both have larger rear wheels with a 26-inch and 700c wheel, respectively. We raise funds for research by cycling. Dave's Liquid Black Catrike 700
The Expedition can out accelerate the same 700 --- with the same rider doing a Performance Test to normal "cruising speeds". Catrike 700 Recumbent Racing Trike Hyper Yellow
This website uses cookies for functionality, analytics and advertising purposes as described in our. Ask all of your questions. Hi, folks. The 1091R chain has hollow rivets to save weight, but then they go a step further and take material out of each link to save even more weight. The difference in rolling resistance of the wheels on those two trikes is minor compared to the air-resistance of each package. The anodized red bottom bracket has ceramic bearings. The Expedition can be ridden on more than a Paved Road or Trail - any time that a rider wants to. For normal riding, the Speed is just as fast and corners incredibly well. Stability on nearly any trike takes a while to give a fair evaluation. Lawrence's Candy Purple Catrike 700
However, the fatter tires (and larger diameter front tires) of the Expedition will do wonders for battling low impact high frequency jarring from less than smooth surfaces. I took my new 2008 Expedition out for a short ride yesterday.
The rubber is a Schwalbe Ultremo ZX. The new Catrike 700 will also be significantly more expensive than the current $2950 price tag, though how much more is still not known. It also has far better ground clearance. The longer wheelbase also helps eliminate brake steer which is already low on a Catrike. Trikes can be delivered throughout California. The results are on video at my facebook site: Thinking you should just plop a catrike down at one of the Indycar graphite tub manufacturers. What ever CAT you decide on you will love it. Catrike 700 Racing Trike Candy Purple
Another nice addition is the TerraCycle chain idler. 4000 km later and still loving it. * weight includes pedals, mirror, flag, computer mount and neck rest if standard on the model. Donald's Lava Red Catrike 700
It is expensive but super light. Hello, I have owned the 700 and now have the Expedition. The change promotes laterally stronger wheels and prevents movement within the dropouts under load at the expense of compatibility with equipment such as electric hub moters that are designed to the older 135mm dropout widths. I have a 26 x 1 on the rear and 20x1.5 on the front. With that all said the 700 is fast but fast compared to what. |Backcountry Recumbent Cycles At my age climbing is pretty much out. The 700 is the only Catrike in the lineup that doesn't have an eCat option but with your legs and the low aerodynamics of the trike, you will be going at a high speed. I saw a little pedal steer on each of them.
If I'm going 37mph, it's because I'm going down a big hill, so I relax and let gravity do the work! I had a TW-Bents with skinny tires. Ultra precise, super lightweight and nearly silent. Catrike Road, and Catrike 700. Same rear wheel and gear ratio as Expedition but higher for more off-roadability Plus foldable like the trail. Cycles |Bend Stephen's Liquid Black Catrike 700
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