I am looking to make the move from a traditional road bike to
a `bent', and have a few questions
1 - Any suggestions or knowledgeable dealers that have stock and fit
bikes? I need to find someone who knows their stuff and have bikes I
can try.
2 - Do any of you commute to downtown Seattle on a recumbent? I am
concerned about visibility and the ability to go fast quickly. I
ride along 3rd with buses in the AM and 2nd Avenue with the crazy
cars in the PM.

For a bit of background: I live in Newcastle and ride a traditional
road bike 15 miles to work in Seattle year round. I am generally in
good operating condition, but have a few structural issues -broke my
back 12 years ago in a car accident, and broke both wrists falling
off my roof and skiing. Anyhoo, I am starting to have problems with
my arms and one leg going numb and tingling. The doctor thinks that
biking is a contributing factor. I do not want to join the car
crawl, and have heard that a recumbent might be a good option. I
have never ridden a 'bent', but have seen a few on the road and they
look comfy.

Thanks in advance for your advice and information.