TerraTrike Cruiser Input/feedback?
04-23-07, 12:51 PM
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TerraTrike Cruiser Input/feedback?
Ok, so this tax return is just burning a hole in my pocket... I'm looking pretty seriously at getting a recumbent trike, but there isn't really anywhere close at all to be able to ride one... I have searched the internet and any viable forum for any feedback regarding these trikes, and I still want to know more!
I'm attracted to the weight limit, as I'm a big guy for sure. I'm not interested in being a total speed freak, but I also don't want a total pig. (I'm aware that step #1 is swapping out the 40psi max OEM tires) Anybody have any experience with these machines?
I'm attracted to the weight limit, as I'm a big guy for sure. I'm not interested in being a total speed freak, but I also don't want a total pig. (I'm aware that step #1 is swapping out the 40psi max OEM tires) Anybody have any experience with these machines?
04-23-07, 01:33 PM
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Check out the trike forum at BROL - you should find some WW owners there.
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I agree with VIK as BROL has a lot of triking members. I would definitely search out a local recumbent dealer and ride a few trikes, even if they are way past your pocketbook limit.
Also keep an eye out for used trike. Often times you can get very low milage trikes for a significant discount.
Personally I consider WW the "Ford" of the trike world but that's from a Chevy fan's perspective. So having said that, I will also have you look at the Actionbent trike. Pricewise it is comparable with a 265# weight limit. But... it all has to do with how skilled you are with bicycle wrenching in general. Unless a shop deals with recumbents a lot, they often shy away from them or charge way to much for service.
Also keep an eye out for used trike. Often times you can get very low milage trikes for a significant discount.
Personally I consider WW the "Ford" of the trike world but that's from a Chevy fan's perspective. So having said that, I will also have you look at the Actionbent trike. Pricewise it is comparable with a 265# weight limit. But... it all has to do with how skilled you are with bicycle wrenching in general. Unless a shop deals with recumbents a lot, they often shy away from them or charge way to much for service.
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TerraTrike Cruiser Input/feedback?
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