switching from a trike to an upright?

07-03-2004, 12:19 PM

Watching the TdF this morning pulled some feelings I've had
recently that maybe I don't get something. I've had 2 two-wheel
recumbents and now have a trike. I like the recumbents, but
it sometimes feels like a production to get on the bike and
ride. Would it be easier if I went back to an upright?

I enjoy the trike, but it seems 'wide'... like I have to be
aware of every stick or post. And the rumble strips just
flat annoy me.

I'm concerned about the uprights seats, the bending over,
having a sore back, shoulders, wrists, hands, etc.

I appreciate everyone's comments on this thought.

Mike

07-03-2004, 01:19 PM

In article <[Only registered and activated users can see links. ]>,
Mike <[Only registered and activated users can see links. ].cx> writes:
> Watching the TdF this morning pulled some feelings I've had
> recently that maybe I don't get something. I've had 2 two-wheel
> recumbents and now have a trike. I like the recumbents, but
> it sometimes feels like a production to get on the bike and
> ride. Would it be easier if I went back to an upright?
>
> I enjoy the trike, but it seems 'wide'... like I have to be
> aware of every stick or post. And the rumble strips just
> flat annoy me.
>
> I'm concerned about the uprights seats, the bending over,
> having a sore back, shoulders, wrists, hands, etc.
>
> I appreciate everyone's comments on this thought.

Well, I've just got 3 friendly li'l comments:

1) There's really only one way to satisfy your curiosity.
If you're so inclined, maybe you could borrow or rent
an upright bike for a little while, and just see
what it says.

2) Having options is good. Maybe sometimes you'd prefer
to ride the trike, and other times you might prefer
an upright.

3) Riding an upright doesn't have to be a painful experience.
In fact, it /shouldn't/ be (exceptional personal
physiological considerations notwithstanding.)

cheers,
Tom

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07-03-2004, 01:19 PM

In article <[Only registered and activated users can see links. ]>,
Mike <[Only registered and activated users can see links. ].cx> writes:
> Watching the TdF this morning pulled some feelings I've had
> recently that maybe I don't get something. I've had 2 two-wheel
> recumbents and now have a trike. I like the recumbents, but
> it sometimes feels like a production to get on the bike and
> ride. Would it be easier if I went back to an upright?
>
> I enjoy the trike, but it seems 'wide'... like I have to be
> aware of every stick or post. And the rumble strips just
> flat annoy me.
>
> I'm concerned about the uprights seats, the bending over,
> having a sore back, shoulders, wrists, hands, etc.
>
> I appreciate everyone's comments on this thought.

Well, I've just got 3 friendly li'l comments:

1) There's really only one way to satisfy your curiosity.
If you're so inclined, maybe you could borrow or rent
an upright bike for a little while, and just see
what it says.

2) Having options is good. Maybe sometimes you'd prefer
to ride the trike, and other times you might prefer
an upright.

3) Riding an upright doesn't have to be a painful experience.
In fact, it /shouldn't/ be (exceptional personal
physiological considerations notwithstanding.)

cheers,
Tom

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07-03-2004, 01:19 PM

In article <[Only registered and activated users can see links. ]>,
Mike <[Only registered and activated users can see links. ].cx> writes:
> Watching the TdF this morning pulled some feelings I've had
> recently that maybe I don't get something. I've had 2 two-wheel
> recumbents and now have a trike. I like the recumbents, but
> it sometimes feels like a production to get on the bike and
> ride. Would it be easier if I went back to an upright?
>
> I enjoy the trike, but it seems 'wide'... like I have to be
> aware of every stick or post. And the rumble strips just
> flat annoy me.
>
> I'm concerned about the uprights seats, the bending over,
> having a sore back, shoulders, wrists, hands, etc.
>
> I appreciate everyone's comments on this thought.

Well, I've just got 3 friendly li'l comments:

1) There's really only one way to satisfy your curiosity.
If you're so inclined, maybe you could borrow or rent
an upright bike for a little while, and just see
what it says.

2) Having options is good. Maybe sometimes you'd prefer
to ride the trike, and other times you might prefer
an upright.

3) Riding an upright doesn't have to be a painful experience.
In fact, it /shouldn't/ be (exceptional personal
physiological considerations notwithstanding.)

cheers,
Tom

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07-03-2004, 01:19 PM

In article <[Only registered and activated users can see links. ]>,
Mike <[Only registered and activated users can see links. ].cx> writes:
> Watching the TdF this morning pulled some feelings I've had
> recently that maybe I don't get something. I've had 2 two-wheel
> recumbents and now have a trike. I like the recumbents, but
> it sometimes feels like a production to get on the bike and
> ride. Would it be easier if I went back to an upright?
>
> I enjoy the trike, but it seems 'wide'... like I have to be
> aware of every stick or post. And the rumble strips just
> flat annoy me.
>
> I'm concerned about the uprights seats, the bending over,
> having a sore back, shoulders, wrists, hands, etc.
>
> I appreciate everyone's comments on this thought.

Well, I've just got 3 friendly li'l comments:

1) There's really only one way to satisfy your curiosity.
If you're so inclined, maybe you could borrow or rent
an upright bike for a little while, and just see
what it says.

2) Having options is good. Maybe sometimes you'd prefer
to ride the trike, and other times you might prefer
an upright.

3) Riding an upright doesn't have to be a painful experience.
In fact, it /shouldn't/ be (exceptional personal
physiological considerations notwithstanding.)

cheers,
Tom

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07-03-2004, 01:19 PM

In article <[Only registered and activated users can see links. ]>,
Mike <[Only registered and activated users can see links. ].cx> writes:
> Watching the TdF this morning pulled some feelings I've had
> recently that maybe I don't get something. I've had 2 two-wheel
> recumbents and now have a trike. I like the recumbents, but
> it sometimes feels like a production to get on the bike and
> ride. Would it be easier if I went back to an upright?
>
> I enjoy the trike, but it seems 'wide'... like I have to be
> aware of every stick or post. And the rumble strips just
> flat annoy me.
>
> I'm concerned about the uprights seats, the bending over,
> having a sore back, shoulders, wrists, hands, etc.
>
> I appreciate everyone's comments on this thought.

Well, I've just got 3 friendly li'l comments:

1) There's really only one way to satisfy your curiosity.
If you're so inclined, maybe you could borrow or rent
an upright bike for a little while, and just see
what it says.

2) Having options is good. Maybe sometimes you'd prefer
to ride the trike, and other times you might prefer
an upright.

3) Riding an upright doesn't have to be a painful experience.
In fact, it /shouldn't/ be (exceptional personal
physiological considerations notwithstanding.)

cheers,
Tom

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07-03-2004, 01:20 PM

Sat, 03 Jul 2004 20:19:02 -0000, <[Only registered and activated users can see links. ]>,
Mike <[Only registered and activated users can see links. ].cx> wrote:

>I'm concerned about the uprights seats, the bending over,
>having a sore back, shoulders, wrists, hands, etc.
>
>I appreciate everyone's comments on this thought.
>
>Mike

We don't lovingly call them wedgies for nothing.
If you want one, get one.

But get one that fits properly so your niggling complaints are
eliminated.

At the East Van Chopper Fest, riding both bent and upright stationary
generators, my output and comfort were greater on the uprights.

Endurance on the bent was limited by how long it took before my bum
got numb.

On the wedgie it was easier to stand on the pedals and dance to the
tunes we were cranking. That way I could work out my shoulders,
wrists, hands, neck, etc.

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07-03-2004, 01:20 PM

Sat, 03 Jul 2004 20:19:02 -0000, <[Only registered and activated users can see links. ]>,
Mike <[Only registered and activated users can see links. ].cx> wrote:

>I'm concerned about the uprights seats, the bending over,
>having a sore back, shoulders, wrists, hands, etc.
>
>I appreciate everyone's comments on this thought.
>
>Mike

We don't lovingly call them wedgies for nothing.
If you want one, get one.

But get one that fits properly so your niggling complaints are
eliminated.

At the East Van Chopper Fest, riding both bent and upright stationary
generators, my output and comfort were greater on the uprights.

Endurance on the bent was limited by how long it took before my bum
got numb.

On the wedgie it was easier to stand on the pedals and dance to the
tunes we were cranking. That way I could work out my shoulders,
wrists, hands, neck, etc.

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07-03-2004, 01:20 PM

Sat, 03 Jul 2004 20:19:02 -0000, <[Only registered and activated users can see links. ]>,
Mike <[Only registered and activated users can see links. ].cx> wrote:

>I'm concerned about the uprights seats, the bending over,
>having a sore back, shoulders, wrists, hands, etc.
>
>I appreciate everyone's comments on this thought.
>
>Mike

We don't lovingly call them wedgies for nothing.
If you want one, get one.

But get one that fits properly so your niggling complaints are
eliminated.

At the East Van Chopper Fest, riding both bent and upright stationary
generators, my output and comfort were greater on the uprights.

Endurance on the bent was limited by how long it took before my bum
got numb.

On the wedgie it was easier to stand on the pedals and dance to the
tunes we were cranking. That way I could work out my shoulders,
wrists, hands, neck, etc.

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zk

07-03-2004, 01:20 PM

Sat, 03 Jul 2004 20:19:02 -0000, <[Only registered and activated users can see links. ]>,
Mike <[Only registered and activated users can see links. ].cx> wrote:

>I'm concerned about the uprights seats, the bending over,
>having a sore back, shoulders, wrists, hands, etc.
>
>I appreciate everyone's comments on this thought.
>
>Mike

We don't lovingly call them wedgies for nothing.
If you want one, get one.

But get one that fits properly so your niggling complaints are
eliminated.

At the East Van Chopper Fest, riding both bent and upright stationary
generators, my output and comfort were greater on the uprights.

Endurance on the bent was limited by how long it took before my bum
got numb.

On the wedgie it was easier to stand on the pedals and dance to the
tunes we were cranking. That way I could work out my shoulders,
wrists, hands, neck, etc.

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