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Old February 19th 06, 07:02 PM posted to alt.rec.bicycles.recumbent,nyc.bicycles,rec.bicycles.misc
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Hey, trikes do look like lotsa fun! More expensive, hmm. Anyone in
NYC (or some other metro area) do trikes? Besides poor Jeff Grippe
(hope all is well).

Just wondering. Links, etc., much appreciated. Don't expect to get
into this for another decade at least -- and can't really imagine where
I could ride, or how to transport such a contraption through the
subways if necessary (hey, any you two-wheeled 'benters take the train
with your bikes?) -- but it's an interesting idea which I think most
girls would take to much more gladly than a 'bent, basically on account
of the obvious safety thanks to three wheels...indeed, I think I read
somewhere that trikes sell mostly to females!

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Old February 19th 06, 09:28 PM posted to alt.rec.bicycles.recumbent,nyc.bicycles,rec.bicycles.misc
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NYC XYZ wrote:
Hey, trikes do look like lotsa fun! More expensive, hmm. Anyone in
NYC (or some other metro area) do trikes? Besides poor Jeff Grippe
(hope all is well).

Just wondering. Links, etc., much appreciated. Don't expect to get
into this for another decade at least -- and can't really imagine where
I could ride, or how to transport such a contraption through the
subways if necessary (hey, any you two-wheeled 'benters take the train
with your bikes?) -- but it's an interesting idea which I think most
girls would take to much more gladly than a 'bent, basically on account
of the obvious safety thanks to three wheels...indeed, I think I read
somewhere that trikes sell mostly to females!


You would not believe how many trikes are around NYC. There are trikes
that fold and can be carried on the subway. My trike fits in my Hyundai
Santa Fe and there is plenty of room. Some trikes have very small
wheelbase and the width is narrow. Mine is 32" wide, but no it doesn't
fold and the subway is out. If you try this forum
http://www.bentrideronline.com/ in the speciality listing there are
many trike users. Ask your question there.

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Old February 20th 06, 02:20 AM posted to alt.rec.bicycles.recumbent,nyc.bicycles,rec.bicycles.misc
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Joelw135 wrote:
NYC XYZ wrote:
Hey, trikes do look like lotsa fun! More expensive, hmm. Anyone in
NYC (or some other metro area) do trikes? Besides poor Jeff Grippe
(hope all is well).

Just wondering. Links, etc., much appreciated. Don't expect to get
into this for another decade at least -- and can't really imagine where
I could ride, or how to transport such a contraption through the
subways if necessary (hey, any you two-wheeled 'benters take the train
with your bikes?) -- but it's an interesting idea which I think most
girls would take to much more gladly than a 'bent, basically on account
of the obvious safety thanks to three wheels...indeed, I think I read
somewhere that trikes sell mostly to females!


You would not believe how many trikes are around NYC. There are trikes
that fold and can be carried on the subway. My trike fits in my Hyundai
Santa Fe and there is plenty of room. Some trikes have very small
wheelbase and the width is narrow. Mine is 32" wide, but no it doesn't
fold and the subway is out. If you try this forum
http://www.bentrideronline.com/ in the speciality listing there are
many trike users. Ask your question there.


Keep in mind that the aforementioned forum is moderated (i.e.
censored).

--
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Old February 20th 06, 02:31 AM posted to alt.rec.bicycles.recumbent,nyc.bicycles,rec.bicycles.misc
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Johnny Sunset aka Tom Sherman wrote:
Joelw135 wrote:
If you try this forum
http://www.bentrideronline.com/ in the speciality listing there are
many trike users. Ask your question there.


Keep in mind that the aforementioned forum is moderated (i.e.
censored).


Which keeps the rif-raf out and makes it an excellent place to get
actual information on trikes.
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Old February 20th 06, 04:15 AM posted to alt.rec.bicycles.recumbent,nyc.bicycles,rec.bicycles.misc
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Rich ? wrote:
Johnny Sunset aka Tom Sherman wrote:
Joelw135 wrote:
If you try this forum
http://www.bentrideronline.com/ in the speciality listing there are
many trike users. Ask your question there.


Keep in mind that the aforementioned forum is moderated (i.e.
censored).


Which keeps the rif-raf out and makes it an excellent place to get
actual information on trikes.


Ignore what I wrote at your peril.

If ya can't stand the heat...

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Old February 20th 06, 05:07 AM posted to alt.rec.bicycles.recumbent,nyc.bicycles,rec.bicycles.misc
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"NYC XYZ" wrote in message
oups.com...

Hey, trikes do look like lotsa fun! More expensive, hmm. Anyone in
NYC (or some other metro area) do trikes?


Hell no!

GG

Besides poor Jeff Grippe
(hope all is well).

Just wondering. Links, etc., much appreciated. Don't expect to get
into this for another decade at least -- and can't really imagine where
I could ride, or how to transport such a contraption through the
subways if necessary (hey, any you two-wheeled 'benters take the train
with your bikes?) -- but it's an interesting idea which I think most
girls would take to much more gladly than a 'bent, basically on account
of the obvious safety thanks to three wheels...indeed, I think I read
somewhere that trikes sell mostly to females!



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Old February 20th 06, 07:27 AM posted to alt.rec.bicycles.recumbent,nyc.bicycles,rec.bicycles.misc
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NYC XYZ wrote:
Hey, trikes do look like lotsa fun! More expensive, hmm. Anyone in
NYC (or some other metro area) do trikes? Besides poor Jeff Grippe
(hope all is well).

Just wondering. Links, etc., much appreciated. Don't expect to get
into this for another decade at least -- and can't really imagine where
I could ride, or how to transport such a contraption through the
subways if necessary (hey, any you two-wheeled 'benters take the train
with your bikes?) -- but it's an interesting idea which I think most
girls would take to much more gladly than a 'bent, basically on account
of the obvious safety thanks to three wheels...indeed, I think I read
somewhere that trikes sell mostly to females!


I ride a trike, but I certainly do not "do" trikes.

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Old February 20th 06, 07:30 AM posted to alt.rec.bicycles.recumbent,nyc.bicycles,rec.bicycles.misc
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GaryG wrote:


Hell no!

GG



The girls I wind up meeting are almost always scared or uncomfortable
when it comes to bike-riding, so trikes seem like a nice way to get
them involved.

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Old February 20th 06, 11:07 AM posted to alt.rec.bicycles.recumbent,nyc.bicycles,rec.bicycles.misc
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NYC XYZ wrote:
Hey, trikes do look like lotsa fun!


Up to a point. I was playing on an HPVel Scorpion on Saturday, and
while they're fun I don't personally find them particularly more fun
than a bike. Mileage varies, of course, but don't assume you'll really
feel the need for one.

(hey, any you two-wheeled 'benters take the train
with your bikes?)


Yes. Check with the train company what their general cycle policy is
and if there are any limitations.

girls would take to much more gladly than a 'bent, basically on account
of the obvious safety thanks to three wheels...indeed, I think I read
somewhere that trikes sell mostly to females!


Judging from what I see in the UK that's not the case.

Pete.
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Old February 20th 06, 03:00 PM posted to alt.rec.bicycles.recumbent
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"Johnny Sunset aka Tom Sherman" wrote
Rich ? wrote:
Johnny Sunset aka Tom Sherman wrote:


Joelw135 wrote:
http://www.bentrideronline.com/ in the speciality listing there are
many trike users. Ask your question there.

Keep in mind that the aforementioned forum is moderated


The quality of moderation is the key. bentrideronline is a private
enterprise, but in my experience, it provides a decent perspective
in news articles and reviews. Their forums seem to offer civil
discussion within the bounds of moderation.

There are many other forums that offer otherwise...

Others may calibrate differently.

[bentrideronline forums moderated] (i.e. censored).


Then by that measure, so too, censored are the New York Times,
Fox News, ABC, NPR, etc... All of these, and bentrideronline,
of course, lack the official standing and scope of control for
actual censorship of ideas to obtain.

[Rich wrote]
Which keeps the rif-raf out and makes it an excellent place to get
actual information on trikes.


Ignore what I wrote at your peril.


Certainly, know the characteristics of the medium, but in this
case, *peril*?

People often mistake USENET newsgroups as sources
for information. Trust the "information" here, at your peril,
indeed!

If ya can't stand the heat...


A properly designed kitchen, used cooperatively, can accommodate
collaboration of quite a few chefs without overheating.

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