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Wally
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What's the received wisdom on steering arrangements for recumbents? I gather
the main approaches are normal straight bars under the seat/thighs, straight
bars underneath with vertical 'bar ends' to mount brake and gear levers, and
some sort of arrangement where the bars are extended above the legs.
Do the low-mounted bars have any issues with steering lock? How about
stopping and putting the feet down - do the bars get in the way? Similarly,
is it awkward to start with this type?
Do the high-mounted bars get in the way of the legs while pedalling, or are
there designs which get around that?
What's the typical amount of chain needed on a recumbent? Three standard
chains?
Cheers,
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Wally
www.artbywally.com
www.wally.myby.co.uk
the main approaches are normal straight bars under the seat/thighs, straight
bars underneath with vertical 'bar ends' to mount brake and gear levers, and
some sort of arrangement where the bars are extended above the legs.
Do the low-mounted bars have any issues with steering lock? How about
stopping and putting the feet down - do the bars get in the way? Similarly,
is it awkward to start with this type?
Do the high-mounted bars get in the way of the legs while pedalling, or are
there designs which get around that?
What's the typical amount of chain needed on a recumbent? Three standard
chains?
Cheers,
--
Wally
www.artbywally.com
www.wally.myby.co.uk