Wednesday, June 5, 2019

Directions For Riding A Recumbent Tricycle

By Martha Murray


As summer approaches most people will begin to make plans for getting out and exercising in order to be fit. One of the most popular ways of achieving this is by writing a bike or trike. Using a recumbent tricycle makes the ride easy and fun. This is a very popular type of exercise because it does not place a strain on your legs or knees.

Some may question why using a trike with three wheels. In the past, the tricycle actually came before bicycle. People had trouble balancing the bike and often reverted back to the more stable trike. It's an easy way to ride and be able to view the scenery without worrying about toppling over.

Another question that is often asked is why should they use a recumbent vehicle instead of a regular 10-speed bike or dirtbike. The advantage to having a recumbent trike is you are able to lean back and ride in a relaxed pose rather than leaning forward over the handlebars. Another advantage is by leaning back on the vehicle you're also able to see the scenery around you and ride for many more miles.

Getting in and out of this type of vehicle can be a little bit intimidating. But it doesn't need to be because you can simply start off by making sure that the trikes brakes are completely locked so that it doesn't roll while you're trying to get into it. The first step is to straddle the front and back in towards the seat as you sit down. With the brakes on you should be able to easily sit down. Make sure not to use the handlebars or steering because are not load bearing and could easily be damaged. Exiting the bike is the reverse start by locking the brakes and lean forward and stand up and then step to the side.

Pedaling can take some time to learn. It is recommended that you use the type of pedals that have a clip or strap so your feet don't slip out. If they do, they could slide under the bike and cause an injury. You won't have to worry about tipping over when you stop since you're on three wheels instead of two. This way, you can keep your feet strapped in until you come to a complete stop, lock the brakes and step out.

There are two types of steering mechanisms that are popular. The first is the linkage steering which feels more like power string for a bike. This type uses a sway bar and can be controlled with just one hand. The direct steering seems to be more like a sports car where you would need to use both hands.

Changing gears is also a problem that some people wonder about. An advantage of this type of trike that you don't have to worry about the gear you are in. Simply switch the gears as you wish as you are climbing the hill or speeding downhill. The top steering assembly is very closely related to the 10-speed bike which has two sets that can be adjusted to engage the right gears.

Summer is a great time to get out and enjoy exercise, fitness, and riding bikes. Not everyone can ride the traditional 2 wheel bike so using a recumbent version is helpful. Being able to look up and watch the landscape as you ride enhances the experience. With options like a trike that leans back, everyone can easily get out and enjoy the summer.




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