Jim and group, I have been thinking along the same lines, but of a seat that could be adjusted between two positions without stopping (just to expand the topic...
Bob Baldwin
volaebob@...
Sep 1, 2006 6:07 pm
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Bob, When I first read your posting, I started laughing thinking I would be the one ejected like out of the James Bond car due to malfunction. However, I do...
Bob, Really kool idea !! I really like it, and think that any extra weight would be min. Depending on 'cost adder' I might be one of the first ones in line...
To help us neophyes, what angle would you consider "closed" vs "areo"? This discussion will make us all ride better. thanks dvz ... could ... the ... aero, ......
The Bacchetta website "http://www.x-eyed.com/support/seatangle.htm" has some info on seat angle. Also, the Volae website shows the seat in different positions....
Bob Baldwin
volaebob@...
Sep 2, 2006 1:47 am
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Mike and group, I don't know if this idea would be practical, but our Volae's are so efficient that, at this point, it seems that an improved ability to climb...
Bob Baldwin
volaebob@...
Sep 2, 2006 2:10 am
825
30 degrees is pretty radical for most North Americans although on some of the Challenge models this is the most "closed." I ride at this angle and use a...
... From: Steve Katona To: Volae_Recumbents@yahoogroups.com Sent: Friday, September 01, 2006 10:53 PM Subject: Re: [Volae_Recumbents] Re: Thinking about an...
How are you guys coming up with the angle of your seats. Seems like everyone and I just keeing thinking of my Geometry school days and the protractor. I know...
There was a posting on Bentrideronline some time ago about a trike seat that could be adjusted "on the fly", or at least with a quick stop (which would work...
There was a posting on Bentrideronline some time ago about a trike seat that could be adjusted "on the fly", or at least with a quick stop (which would work...
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Hmmm... Rocket fuel - now we're getting somewhere! }:-D...
Bob Baldwin
volaebob@...
Sep 2, 2006 1:35 pm
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Mack: That's interesting - what change have you noticed? Arm extension? Low speed steering? I haven't touched my bars, mostly because they seem OK and I'm...
I finally solved the problem of squealing Shimano V-brakes on my Volae Tour. I installed a brake booster on each V brake and the squealing disappeared!...
Congrats in resolving your problem of squeling brakes. Wonder if I could install a body booster to get my body to stop squeling??? ... From: arodau1 To:...
Jim, My arm extension is more relaxed and it surprises me just a diference in change of vision. I had a problem with my hand position on the grips. Most of...
Hello, I just signed up for your group and wanted to learn more about the Volae recumbents. I currently ride an EZ-1 and was thinking about upgrading to an...
... Volae recumbents. I currently ride an EZ-1 and was thinking about upgrading to an Expedition or Sport. I was also looking at a Rans Enduro which has the...
In deciding to buy a Volae or another SWB recumbent I found some very distinct differences in frame setups. Typically, you will find some setups you like and...
Andrew Beckerman-Rodau
arodau@...
Sep 6, 2006 4:37 pm
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... Volae recumbents. I currently ride an EZ-1 and was thinking about upgrading to an Expedition or Sport. I was also looking at a Rans Enduro which has the...
I wanted to thank everyone for writing in with their various comments about buying a SWB bike. I have learned quite a lot, so keep them coming if you don't...
... Mickey, I bought my Volae Club in July this year. I went to a local dealer that handles Rans and Bachetta's. So I got to test ride both the Force 5XP and...
Just my 2 cents, I've been riding bent for only 2 short months. Yes I'm a newbie - on the bent. OK I rode a Corsa on a 15 minute test ride, but smitten with...
Hi, I own a uss swb 26-20 now and would like to get a highracer. I would like any and all oppinion-observations (the more detailed the better) as to the Volae...
I remember someone in here saying that they were using a Sigma 1606 wireless computer with cadence and speed. I am having some trouble getting it adjusted so...
Hello, My opinion would be to ride the models you are thinking about buying. A good long ride will tell you how the bike works/feels for you. In my opinion...
My experience is with a 2003 Volae Team and a 2004 Bacchetta Aero. I can't speak for the other models but I can between these two. Remember, these are my...
