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New Recumbent General.
This thread is made for the discussion of velomobiles, all kinds of two-wheeled recumbents and open tricycles.
BaconRider is welcome.
FAQ
>Why do people ride a recumbent?
Comfort. A recumbent is extremely comfortable, since your whole back is supported, your vision is undisturbed and there is no strain on any part of your body.
Also, depending on the type and model of recumbent, they are more aerodynamic then uprights and thus also faster.
>Why are velomobiles so expensive?
They are cheaper then high end carbon bikes if you compare the building hours-to-price. If you use one to replace your car, it will save you money in a few years of usage. If you're to poor to afford a new one, buy a second hand one, they go for about 3000e, but I've seen them for 1000e.
A few video's for the interested:
Velomobiles:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0oURhBY1VKU
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a14JHJ83mcY
All of them:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uR9Nykvp_-I
if you have any questions feel free to ask too.
This thread is made for the discussion of velomobiles, all kinds of two-wheeled recumbents and open tricycles.
BaconRider is welcome.
FAQ
>Why do people ride a recumbent?
Comfort. A recumbent is extremely comfortable, since your whole back is supported, your vision is undisturbed and there is no strain on any part of your body.
Also, depending on the type and model of recumbent, they are more aerodynamic then uprights and thus also faster.
>Why are velomobiles so expensive?
They are cheaper then high end carbon bikes if you compare the building hours-to-price. If you use one to replace your car, it will save you money in a few years of usage. If you're to poor to afford a new one, buy a second hand one, they go for about 3000e, but I've seen them for 1000e.
A few video's for the interested:
Velomobiles:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0oURhBY1VKU
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a14JHJ83mcY
All of them:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uR9Nykvp_-I
if you have any questions feel free to ask too.
