Originally Posted by STEEKER
I have to wait till the prices come down
Steeker:
You could be waiting a long time! I recommend you look into getting a used bent, or a cheaper new one (Actionbent, Rebel Cycles, Sun, entry level models from Rans/Bacchetta). Recumbent manufacturing, for the most part (IMO), is a small-scale cottage industry (er, almost), and high prices are not uncommon. European bikes such as the HP especially go for a premium. However, many experienced riders would say that the price is worth it. Don't forget a lot of roadies happily drop $1700+ for their bikes.