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Forum: Recumbent
10-19-09, 09:15 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 7,583
Posted By Tourezrick

HPVelo Scorpion and Sun EZ3 AX with Cyclone 360W...

HPVelo Scorpion and Sun EZ3 AX with Cyclone 360W assist and solar panels. All well and good, but it is a velomobile (my Sun pretends to be one) for which my heart pines. Ah, one day, soon!
Forum: Electric Bikes
10-18-09, 10:19 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,044
Posted By Tourezrick

My crystal ball has never worked right, so I...

My crystal ball has never worked right, so I can't see or predict which of the many claims of "just around the corner" will come true or be relegated to the BS pile. At age 61, "just around the...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-13-09, 06:48 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 9,981
Posted By Tourezrick

Growing up is still as hard as it was in the...

Growing up is still as hard as it was in the '50's, '60's . . . . ad nauseum, ad infinitum. Kids want to think of themselves as being tough, even though they don't have the life experience to be so....
Forum: Recumbent
04-05-09, 10:23 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 4,957
Posted By Tourezrick

On my HPVelotechnik Scorpion - all the time. On...

On my HPVelotechnik Scorpion - all the time. On an orange metalflake recumbent trike with a Windwrap fairing and a 'Devilwoman' Scorpion flag, it's inevitable. I just realize folks are saying...
Forum: Recumbent
04-05-09, 10:17 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 6,066
Posted By Tourezrick

Never! My wife rides my last df - she's happy,...

Never! My wife rides my last df - she's happy, I'm happy. She likes to 'go fast', I like to smell the roses and enjoy the view (which is way better on a recumbent trike). A big plus is that it...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-05-09, 10:08 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,509
Posted By Tourezrick

FIAMM twin trumpet air horns - sold at most...

FIAMM twin trumpet air horns - sold at most 'discount' auto parts stores (ie. PEPBoys, Autozone). Very loud, runs off 12v, but for the short duration of each horn blast, I can't see why it wouldn't...
Forum: Electric Bikes
03-31-09, 03:25 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 9,981
Posted By Tourezrick

After the last time one of these questions popped...

After the last time one of these questions popped up, I over-reacted, so, I'm gonna try not to do so this time. As a cyclist, my bonafides in 2008 were 4400 miles riding a 37# recumbent trike, over...
Forum: Electric Bikes
01-29-09, 06:53 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,172
Posted By Tourezrick

"Physics suck" Da*n right, I hate physics, ruins...

"Physics suck" Da*n right, I hate physics, ruins everything, all the best ideas are ruined by physics. What we really need are hand held cold fusion generators! I'd work on it if it were not for...
Forum: Electric Bikes
01-29-09, 06:45 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 945
Posted By Tourezrick

Yup, cold, snow, hills (glacial moraines) but...

Yup, cold, snow, hills (glacial moraines) but generally well plowed streets. Just gotta wait for the slush to dry up, then, I'm out. Being retired, it isusually for a cup of coffee and a bagel. ...
Forum: Electric Bikes
01-06-09, 07:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 848
Posted By Tourezrick

Light snow, temps above 30 d. f., perfect day for...

Light snow, temps above 30 d. f., perfect day for an assisted trike ride to Panera, followed by a trip to Lowe's for some faucet water supply hose in braided stainless. State Trooper lit me up, just...
Forum: Electric Bikes
01-02-09, 07:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 848
Posted By Tourezrick

How was your commute today? 2009

BROL has a thread like this for those that ride their bikes to commute. I'm retired, so, I ride my home made assisted velomobile to commute to Panera for coffee, and for running errands. This would...
Forum: Electric Bikes
01-02-09, 07:15 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,062
Posted By Tourezrick

Ok - don't want to bad mouth any trike builders,...

Ok - don't want to bad mouth any trike builders, but I'd spend my hard earned $$$ on a MAJOR manufacturer. Suns are inexpensive, durn near bulletproof, but heavy (btdt, sold it, too) good platform...
Forum: Electric Bikes
01-01-09, 12:36 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 739
Posted By Tourezrick

Happy 2009 to all!

Start off the year with a nice ride! Had to get some coffeeand a scone from Panera in me after last night's calorie/champagne fest! Two glasses (flutes?) are enough for a geezer like me. Actually,...
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-31-08, 12:10 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,655
Posted By Tourezrick

Plain and simple answer - Monkeys are tropical...

Plain and simple answer - Monkeys are tropical animals, they don't like the cold. Well, that fulfills one of my 2008 resolutions - end the year making a lame joke in the form of a helpful post. I...
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-28-08, 12:30 PM
Replies: 1,064
Views: 1,043,893
Posted By Tourezrick

E-trike/velocar

See what kind of trouble one can get into when retired? It's 'Almost Finished'! What am I saying, these things are never really finished! The journey is always fun, though! The past seven days in...
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-23-08, 03:32 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,064
Posted By Tourezrick

Could happen!

They've learned to talk (see 'Babe'), so, can flying, or piloting skills be far behind?
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-23-08, 10:12 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,470
Posted By Tourezrick

I bought a BL36 400w pedal first kit from...

I bought a BL36 400w pedal first kit from We'reElectrified, was a good unit, served it's purpose well until the 'more power' bug bit me, then went to a C'lyte X5 1400w vs. 400 - both are good units!
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-22-08, 04:38 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,064
Posted By Tourezrick

There's a reason why Segway's haven't caught on...

There's a reason why Segway's haven't caught on with the general population as an electric vehicle. It is probably safe to say that cost is the primary reason. $4500.00 buys you the most basic...
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-16-08, 08:04 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,024
Posted By Tourezrick

Saw ND's comment on my video

Yeah, know about Ping - biggest problem is that his batteries are only rated 1.5C, and I'd like 3C to feel safe, as I know my C'lyte X5 draws because of the weight of my rig with the velobody on it...
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-14-08, 08:44 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,024
Posted By Tourezrick

E-trike video

Posting this for informational purposes - it ain't art, that's for sure. Trying to focus in on the Cycle Analyst for screen shots is hard when using a video camera designed for right hand use in...
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-10-08, 08:29 PM
Replies: 153
Views: 97,786
Posted By Tourezrick

I just love looking at your trike - it just seems...

I just love looking at your trike - it just seems - so right - for want of better words. I know you must enjoy riding it, maintaining it, even talking about it, the classic simplicity of the whole...
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-09-08, 12:42 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 5,733
Posted By Tourezrick

I got my MPPT controller from John Drake Services...

I got my MPPT controller from John Drake Services - paid $104 for it, nice, small package. John has a wide range of products available, shipped promptly, personal note of thanks written on invoice....
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-06-08, 07:11 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 5,733
Posted By Tourezrick

A123's are a different dog than Chinese packs like . . .

A123's are better packs than Ping and YESA. Lots of folks swear by the Ping packs, but they are not hauling the heavy loads I do. A recent trip to the lumber yard came in at a total (trike w/motor,...
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-06-08, 01:48 PM
Replies: 153
Views: 97,786
Posted By Tourezrick

A Goblin, and it's not Halloween any longer!

http://goblinmotors.com

This is a Sun USX trike with a Subaru Robin or Honda 33 - 50 cc gas engine mounted onto an industrial strength gearbox with a partial velomobile body. The drive is by...
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-06-08, 01:13 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 5,733
Posted By Tourezrick

Ah, you might want to che k out my post on my...

Ah, you might want to che k out my post on my experiences building a solar - electric trike, just scroll down the page until you see "Solar charged e-trike". For me, a hub motor was the only way to...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-28-08, 05:36 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 6,686
Posted By Tourezrick

"If a legitimate question is asked online...

"If a legitimate question is asked online (regardless of intent), a productive discussion that is helpful for others can result. " says recumelectric. Some questions ARE legit - others, I call...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-27-08, 10:20 AM
Replies: 117
Views: 6,686
Posted By Tourezrick

First - my apologies to any I may have offended...

First - my apologies to any I may have offended in my original post. I will take Ziemas at his word that he was only looking for answers to questions he had.

Second - I live in a city where any...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-27-08, 09:19 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 800
Posted By Tourezrick

Yes, that's it. Trying to wrap an old brain...

Yes, that's it. Trying to wrap an old brain around new terms can lead to some interesting results. Thanks!
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-25-08, 09:13 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,989
Posted By Tourezrick

Or, have you seen the video of the bike with an...

Or, have you seen the video of the bike with an engine driven propeller? Probably wouldn't work on a helmet unless you have a gorilla neck. Better stick to your idea, blue-white light, right?
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-25-08, 08:34 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 800
Posted By Tourezrick

First ride with a Cycle Analyst

More info than I'll probably ever need on watts/mile, watts used, amp hours used. Found out I used 302 watts on today's ride, of 12 miles, an average of about 25 watts/mile. All to haul home an 80#...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-25-08, 01:21 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 6,686
Posted By Tourezrick

Thanks for sharing. It's been illuminating. ...

Thanks for sharing. It's been illuminating. Goodbye!
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-25-08, 01:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,989
Posted By Tourezrick

If you're REALLY a geek, that propeller will...

If you're REALLY a geek, that propeller will somehow hook up to a micro wind turbine! Otherwise, you're just a poser! (No diss implied or meant - it's the long way of saying LOL!)

Oh, and invest...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-25-08, 12:49 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 6,686
Posted By Tourezrick

I stand by my post. Again, I ask, what...

I stand by my post. Again, I ask, what constructive element do you bring to this discussion? As far as bizarre behavior, I'll quote Billy Joel, "You may be right, I may be crazy." But in the...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-24-08, 07:18 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 6,686
Posted By Tourezrick

FWIW, I have ridden over 4000 miles this year on...

FWIW, I have ridden over 4000 miles this year on my non-assisted Scorpion trike. All on leg power, most of the miles were on the road, sharing it with soccer moms and A-Type dads dreaming of their...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-24-08, 07:14 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 6,686
Posted By Tourezrick

And your point is**********

[QUOTE=Ziemas;7906787]^^^^

What is the percentage of time you folks spend pedaling to the amount of time used riding with the motor running?[/QUOTE

Ridicule? No doubt of that! If we ride with...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-23-08, 08:03 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 912
Posted By Tourezrick

Nice looking velomobile!

Using a delta is the way I would go/went. Went with a WE hub, then a C'lyte X5 on 26" rims all around on my EZ3. !Hijack! I do like the way that body looks! Coroplast? Fiberglass? Carbon? Kevlar?...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-23-08, 07:48 AM
Replies: 117
Views: 6,686
Posted By Tourezrick

It's all part of the "I'm better than you"...

It's all part of the "I'm better than you" syndrome. This can manifest itself in so many ways, we've all run into it on many occasions, it's just the way that we humans make ourselves feel better...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-19-08, 02:39 PM
Replies: 1,064
Views: 1,043,893
Posted By Tourezrick

Wow! Allofasudden, I'm a senior member? How'd...

Wow! Allofasudden, I'm a senior member? How'd that happen?

Oh, must be because the spirit of Bruce McLaren and Denny Hulme live on inside me. That's all I can figure.
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-19-08, 02:35 PM
Replies: 1,064
Views: 1,043,893
Posted By Tourezrick

Crikey - how'd I miss posting here?

Leaving the solar panels home for the time, 26" wheels all around on my Sun EZ3 AX. Body rig under construction - part fabric, part coroplast, part clear plastic sheet, all kludge! All I want it to...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-18-08, 08:33 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,556
Posted By Tourezrick

Why wait?

http://www.pingbattery.com

This guy is reported to be the most honest/reliable/inexpensive of the LiFe Chinese sellers. A lot of folks seem to use YESA as well, but I'm gonna buy from Ping just...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-17-08, 05:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,008
Posted By Tourezrick

There's no way I'd consider a Bionx hub a high...

There's no way I'd consider a Bionx hub a high power setup. Now, a Crystalyte X5303 hub running at anything 36v or higher - now, we're talking power! At 36v, the C'lyte produces almost 2 hp, almost...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-15-08, 09:26 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,031
Posted By Tourezrick

C'lyte hub on 26"

Got it all together, rode it, bailed on the throttle at 25mph! At 60y/o and insulin diabetic, I just don't heal the way I did when I was young and needing speed to prove masculinity. 26" wheels...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-11-08, 04:42 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,031
Posted By Tourezrick

Is that a home made body? Fine looking, in any...

Is that a home made body? Fine looking, in any case. New fork arrived today, decided to use a 1 1/8" Cane Creek " headset, only to find out that Easy Racers and Sun decided not to make life easy...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-10-08, 01:51 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,031
Posted By Tourezrick

Ya Hooie! The C'lyte X503 arrived Friday last,...

Ya Hooie! The C'lyte X503 arrived Friday last, but, the 26" fork my lbs sold me as 1 1/8" X 250mm turned out to be only 1"! Durn mech. had the caliper in his hand and measured, so, either he...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-02-08, 08:36 AM
Replies: 153
Views: 97,786
Posted By Tourezrick

I'm old enough to remember such vehicles (if you...

I'm old enough to remember such vehicles (if you want to call them that) in Chicago, only we called them "weenie wagons" or hot dog carts. Same copious venting of steam, large yellow umbrella...
Forum: Electric Bikes
10-24-08, 11:31 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,031
Posted By Tourezrick

Click on the thumbnail photo for a larger pic. I...

Click on the thumbnail photo for a larger pic. I used thetwo sets of seat strut mounts to attach - 1. seat struts (rearmost set), 2. mounts for trailer, 3. aluminum angle stock attached to both...
Forum: Electric Bikes
10-23-08, 11:04 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,031
Posted By Tourezrick

Solar Charged E-Trike

I wanted something to take the place of driving my car on errands. It just wasn't practical to hitch a trailer to my HPVelotechnik Scorpion trike, so the answer was to sell my Tour Easy and get a...
Forum: Recumbent
05-06-08, 07:10 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,232
Posted By Tourezrick

And my fastest downhill on my Scorpion was 38...

And my fastest downhill on my Scorpion was 38 mph. I'd never try that on a df!
Forum: Recumbent
05-06-08, 07:09 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,232
Posted By Tourezrick

Not necessarily downhill!!

One of Chicago's big rides is "Bike the Drive", where Mayor Daley allows Lake Shore Drive to be closed to all but bikes for a few hours. At the inaugural BTD, Ed Gin rode with the police sweep car...
Forum: Recumbent
05-03-08, 06:46 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,232
Posted By Tourezrick

Check out http://www. recumbents.com and the...

Check out http://www. recumbents.com and the companion site WISIL.com (for 'bent racing) both run by Warren Beauchamp. Lots of good info about recumbents and racing (Warren is one of the fastest...
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