Re: [Greenspeedtrikeowners] Re: Getting X5 at the end of the month
I can't speak too highly of the Crank Brothers Pedals. I converted several years ago and my wife got her first set last week and thinks they're superior to her life long SPD choice. I have a set of Candies on my Volae Century and their simplest, the Eggbeater, on my Greenspeed. Lots of float, easy in and easy out, and I've never popped out in several years and several thousand miles.
On Mon, Jun 23, 2008 at 4:33 PM, blanks.brad <bblanks@...> wrote:
Thanks for all of the great replies. I will try to address a few of them.
As far as disc brakes go, I believe that they come standard on the X5, if they do not I will
certainly add them. I also believe that they ship with a rack and rear fender but no fronts. I
am not sure about adding the front fenders due to the additional weight, that will have to be
a decision for later.
I think I am going to order the headrest, I would rather have it and be able to take it off.
Clipless pedals. Right now I am using SPDs on my Bacchetta Corsa but I have been looking at
some Speedplay Frogs for the trike, I have heard great things about them.
I have the fastback 3.0, pump and tool kit. I like it but it is a pain to refill. I like the idea
about sewing the buckles on and would love a picture of your setup if you get a chance.
As for the fairing, what brand does everyone suggest? I would not use it during the summer
but for winter riding I think that it would be great.
Thanks for all of the great replies. I have been reading the board for a while and was worried
about the lack of activity, we just needed a question or two to respond to.
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