Before knowing people who rode Recumbents, and before I bought one the stereotypical image that came to mind typically was a late middle aged guy, likely with a notable belly, but great legs. Maybe once a hippie in their day. I think of geeky (this is a compliment from me) guys, like engineer or physicist types. Of course if they’re Physicists they likely have a beard. .
I imagine that these recumbent riders are well enough off and far enough along in their careers to be able to afford a recumbent bike or trike.
I guess I’m a geeky type, and I don’t have a beard. Don’t have a big belly OR great legs....