Why don't most hybrid/comfort bikes have the same "crank forward" design as the Townie in the picture? It looks comfy and should reduce knee injuries. What's the advantage of the regular crank arm position over this forward one?
Hi,
You can't go as fast, go as far or climb as well with one. Out of
the saddle looks to be quite awkward and ideally needs a purpose
designed saddle, but other than that they are fine for pootling about.
(And doing wheelies if that is your sort of thing .... even if it isn't ....)
If I had one of these I certainly use it :
rgds, sreten.