Dave, i wanted to follow up with you on this...I emailed Rans about the availability of a smaller seat base...a Kim dopita replied and said they are only...
If you're bored this winter, check out my journal recounting my fall trip from Washington DC to Scranton, PA - a 7-day, 400+ mile ride on my Volae Expedition. ...
I thought about it.... How much differece did it make? I have the Tour and the front idlers bugs me as it is almost under my knee and the rear is a bit noisy. ...
Brian
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Jan 16, 2008 10:22 pm
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I'm planning to buy a trainer for my new Century. What are you using and how do you like it? Thanks! David Egan 2007 Volae Century, Red Maryland Riding...
Has anyone sprung for the $650 to get the separating frame ES option on a new Volae? What do you think about it? Can you really pack the bike into a standard...
... Brian I had the TC over/under idler on my Expedition. I liked the look much better and the idler worked very well, but just don't expect any performance...
David- I just set up my Century on my Performance fluid trainer. Worked fine, but first I had to swap out the rear wheel quick-release. The QR on the Thracian ...
I just installed the TC Idler a couple weeks and only rode about a mile. But it seems awesome. I used to get chain slap. The chain would hit the front brake...
Dave: I had trouble finding a trainer that would work and settled on a 1UP USA that has worked very well. The dérailleur is a snug fit, but makes it, and the...
Very nice journal! Good to see an Expedition in its "light touring" mode! How did the bike do for you?? I live between DC and Baltimore and have ridden many...
i have my tour on the blackburn trainer that i had my road bike on. had to move the rd cable a bit and make a few adjustments but it has worked out real well. ...
My Expedition did fantastic. I like the fatter tires and the disk brakes. Steep hills were a bit of a challenge. Recumbents are in instant conversation starter...
I just converted my steering/shifting/braking on my Reynolds T-Bone. So I have the following parts available... 1. Terra Cycle Handlbar Riser 2. Handlebars -...
I know I'm not part of your group, but I have some questions concerning the recumbent bicycle. Am hoping you all can help me out. Due to a back and shoulder...
Michele
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Feb 9, 2008 5:25 pm
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... Hi Michele, I ride regular upright bikes and recumbents - they are both fun - just different. You can definitely ride a recumbent on dirt roads as long as...
Welcome to the recumbent world. I like to think most bent riders are people that tend to think outside the box and try new things. Having said that there are...
I have to add my two cents... I've ridden only two recumbents, a Sun EZ Seedster CX (swb) and my Vision R40 (swb). Both bikes were fun, but the Sun is super...
Michele, I have a Volae Club for sale. You are correct - very sweet ! John From: Volae_Recumbents@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Volae_Recumbents@yahoogroups.com] On...
... ~~~You're part of the group now=:-) I'm in the market for one of these bicycles. Since ... ~~~I have yet to ride a tailwind. It is a short wheelbase...
... Michele, Welcome to the wild world of recumbents! Clearly, this is the creative side of cycling, where the number of choices is fascinating but somewhat...
Robert Nickels
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Feb 11, 2008 4:44 pm
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... Michele, Welcome to the wild world of recumbents! Clearly, this is the creative side of cycling, where the number of choices is fascinating but somewhat...