Greetings:  I am selling a BRAND NEW set of Planet fenders for a
friend of mine.  He sold his Road before he put them on.  If anyone is
interested, they are $40 for the set.  He paid $90.  If anyone is
interested, contact me at donk@...

Michael Scott

Greetings:  I have 3 Schawlbe Marathons HS for sale.  The size is 20"
X 1.50.  I have less than 20 miles on them and I will guarantee them
to be in next to new shape.  My Road came with Marathon Slicks and
they are discontinued.  So..I bought the Marathons HS,s but would like
something a little narrower.  I will sell the three for $60.00..FIRM!

michael scott

Group:  Had Kenda tires mounted on my Road.  Well, I am happy at this
point.  I had the service guy put Tuffy liners in the tires too.  Took
it out for about an hour yesterday. This Kenda is just a shade wider
than the Schawlbe Slick.....but narrower than the Marathon.  It also
has less tread than the Marathon.

I did a free wheeling down this long smooth hill and gained 4 mph over
the set of Marathon tires.  I can still feel they are not quite as
fast as the Slicks....but very close.  Also, I want the best of both
worlds....decent speed, but a little tread for the chat bike trails.
Now to see if they hold up.

mike

Group:  I searched out reviews on about 4 different tires that would
be what I would call the "middle of the road."  I wanted something
narrower than my Marathons, but not a race tire as such. The most
consistent positive reviews I found were on the Kenda Kwest.  I am
having a set put on today along with checkup on my trike.
Considerable cheaper than the Marathon.  I will let you know how they
hold up.   mike

Group:  I am going on a three day trip next week and I need some tire
advice.  As previously stated, I had Marathon slicks on my 2006 Road
when I got it.  I wore them out.  I rode mostly on highway, but also
on loose chat on bike trails.  Never had a flat....Held up great.  As
you know, they have discontinued the Slicks.  So, they are history and
will just have to forget about them.  Presently, I have a set of the
new Marathons with snakeskin tread.  This is a super tire...very
stable, steers great....BUT...it is much slower than my Slicks.  I
free coasted down a hill and there was about a 4-5 mph difference in
speed.  So.....I guess I want the best of both worlds.  What would you
recommend for my Road?  I want a tire that can ocassionally be ridden
in loose chat...but I also want it to be a little faster than the
Marathons I have now.

mike

I've been riding trikes since 2000. The Corsa was my first bent bike.
I just found that, even though I'm a bit faster on the Corsa, I have
more fun on a trike. The 700 is the fastest trike I've owned.
However, I still prefer the handling of the Speed for fast, twisty
roads.

Here are some pictures of my many trikes:  http://shrinkster.com/nsp

On Jun 11, 2007, at 5:34 PM, Thomas Bartunek wrote:

> Interesting that you bring up a Corsa. I have been
> stuck between a Corsa and a Cat 700. I am selling my
> Rans to get something quite a bit faster to keep up
> with all the roadies here in the Bay Area.
>
> I know that the comfort on the Cat can't be beat
> though. Why did you change to a Cat?
>
> Still in information compiling stage,
>
> Tom
>
> --- mfbillesbach <billesbach@...> wrote:
>
> > Hi Philip,
> >
> > I've owned an 06 Bacchetta Corsa and various
> > Catrikes. For comparison, here are my
> > typical sustainable speeds on flat rides.
> >
> > Corsa 18-22
> > Catrike 700 16-20
> > Catrike Speed 15-18
> >
> > I could push any of these speeds quit a bit higher
> > in short bursts.
> >
> > --- In TeamCatrike@yahoogroups.com, "Phillip"
> > <philscearce@...> wrote:
> > >
> > > Hi Group!
> > >
> > > I bought a "new" (to me) 2005 Catrike Speed today.
> > It seems a little
> > > slow just cruising down the
> > Withlacoochee...granted I switched from a
> > > Bachetta. In any event, I was just wondered what
> > you average speeds
> > > are?
> > >
> > > Please post your Trike type and average or normal
> > cruising speed.
> > >
> > > (e.g. CT Speed -- 12 mph)...see a little slow...
> > >
> > > Thanks for the info!!
> > >
> > > Phillip
> > > Lakeland FL
> > >
> >
> >
> >
>
> Tom Bartunek
> Bartunek and Associates
> Voice Mail: 408.243.1361
> Fax: 498.243.1361
>
>
>

Group:  My 2005 Road came with Marathon SLICKS.  I rode them not only
on the highway surface...but bike trails composed of hard and loose
chat.  I have over 800 miles on them..and not one flat.  Tires are
showing wear.  I went to order another set of SLICKS.....and Schwalbe
no longer makes them.  I took a look at the Marathon Racers.....but
they are lighter and even more delicate than the SLICKS...So....does
anayone know where I might be able to still get a set of three of the
SLICKS?  I did buy and put on the new Marathon HS 368.  They are a
nice tire...but my speed is 4-5 miles per hour slower.....It is not
unbearable...but I sure did like the SLICKS.
mike

Interesting that you bring up a Corsa.  I have been
stuck between a Corsa and a Cat 700.  I am selling my
Rans to get something quite a bit faster to keep up
with all the roadies here in the Bay Area.

I know that the comfort on the Cat can't be beat
though.  Why did you change to a Cat?

Still in information compiling stage,

Tom

--- mfbillesbach <billesbach@...> wrote:

> Hi Philip,
>
> I've owned an 06 Bacchetta Corsa and various
> Catrikes. For comparison, here are my
> typical sustainable speeds on flat rides.
>
> Corsa 18-22
> Catrike 700 16-20
> Catrike Speed 15-18
>
> I could push any of these speeds quit a bit higher
> in short bursts.
>
> --- In TeamCatrike@yahoogroups.com, "Phillip"
> <philscearce@...> wrote:
> >
> > Hi Group!
> >
> > I bought a "new" (to me) 2005 Catrike Speed today.
>  It seems a little
> > slow just cruising down the
> Withlacoochee...granted I switched from a
> > Bachetta.  In any event, I was just wondered what
> you average speeds
> > are?
> >
> > Please post your Trike type and average or normal
> cruising speed.
> >
> > (e.g. CT Speed -- 12 mph)...see a little slow...
> >
> > Thanks for the info!!
> >
> > Phillip
> > Lakeland FL
> >
>
>
>


Tom Bartunek
   Bartunek and Associates
   Voice Mail: 408.243.1361
   Fax: 498.243.1361

----- Original Message -----

From: mfbillesbach

To: TeamCatrike@yahoogroups.com

Sent: Friday, June 08, 2007 6:22 PM

Subject: [TeamCatrike] Re: Average Cruising Speed???

Hi Philip,

I've owned an 06 Bacchetta Corsa and various Catrikes. For comparison, here are my
typical sustainable speeds on flat rides.

Corsa 18-22
Catrike 700 16-20
Catrike Speed 15-18

I could push any of these speeds quit a bit higher in short bursts.

--- In TeamCatrike@yahoogroups.com, "Phillip" <philscearce@...> wrote:
>
> Hi Group!
>
> I bought a "new" (to me) 2005 Catrike Speed today. It seems a little
> slow just cruising down the Withlacoochee...granted I switched from a
> Bachetta. In any event, I was just wondered what you average speeds
> are?
>
> Please post your Trike type and average or normal cruising speed.
>
> (e.g. CT Speed -- 12 mph)...see a little slow...
>
> Thanks for the info!!
>
> Phillip
> Lakeland FL
>

Hi Philip,

I've owned an 06 Bacchetta Corsa and various Catrikes. For comparison, here are
my
typical sustainable speeds on flat rides.

Corsa 18-22
Catrike 700 16-20
Catrike Speed 15-18

I could push any of these speeds quit a bit higher in short bursts.

--- In TeamCatrike@yahoogroups.com, "Phillip" <philscearce@...> wrote:
>
> Hi Group!
>
> I bought a "new" (to me) 2005 Catrike Speed today.  It seems a little
> slow just cruising down the Withlacoochee...granted I switched from a
> Bachetta.  In any event, I was just wondered what you average speeds
> are?
>
> Please post your Trike type and average or normal cruising speed.
>
> (e.g. CT Speed -- 12 mph)...see a little slow...
>
> Thanks for the info!!
>
> Phillip
> Lakeland FL
>

Hi Group!

I bought a "new" (to me) 2005 Catrike Speed today.  It seems a little
slow just cruising down the Withlacoochee...granted I switched from a
Bachetta.  In any event, I was just wondered what you average speeds
are?

Please post your Trike type and average or normal cruising speed.

(e.g. CT Speed -- 12 mph)...see a little slow...

Thanks for the info!!

Phillip
Lakeland FL

Group:  In my post concerning tire preference...I mislabeled the
Racer...it should have said SLICKS!!

mike

Greetings group:  I have a 2006 Road and as I have said before I love
it.  I have had it for a year and I enjoy more each day I ride.  Got a
question.  Keep in mind..I am in shape and condition.  When I
purchased my Road, it had Schwalbe Racers on it.  Well, I have
practically worn them out.  I rode on both highway surfaces and
chatted bike trails.  I never had a flat or any problems.  I had a new
set of Schwalbe Marathons put on in place of the Racers due to the
fact that they ahd a little more tread and I figured would do better
on the bike trail.  Now remember..I AM IN SHAPE.  Well I rode the new
tires for the first time yesterday and man......talk about slowing me
down!  For real!!!  Is it in my head or is there really that much
difference in the two tire types?  Help!
mike

Greetings Barboyr:  Thanks for the support..but I went back to my
conventional pedals.  I feel like after 4 ride.....10 miles, 2-20's
and a 40........that the burning sensation remains.  As a matter of
fact, just got back from a ride (30 miler) on Sunday...and feet were
fine.  Also, I have not had any problems with keeping my feet on the
pedals.  Thanks a bunch....but I am still going to sell the shoes and
pedals.....  mike

P.S.  You are absolutely right about power loss.


-- In TeamCatrike@yahoogroups.com, bheinbau@... wrote:
>
> Please keep trying, I have the same setup.  When I am not clipped
in,
> I find myself comming off of the pedals.  Think of all of the power
> that you use and not even realize it.
> Barboyr
>
> >
>

-Spencer:  I had the same questions prior to buying my Road in 06.
I ride both trails and highway.  I always use my flag and flashing
lights (front and back)  I also have a mirror.  I ride a 23 mile
loop once a week, which half is on the highway.  I have NOT had one
close call yet.  I keep an eye in the mirror when I notice someone
coming up from behind.  I may zig zag a little to let them know I am
there...But still....no close calls on the hills and straightaways.
The only close call I have ever had actually was in a parking
lot...That is dangerous because people cannot see you at all.

As far as a good  choice of trike......I rode three different
brands..and for the money Catrike is the best buy in design and
mechanics....  I also ride with several bikers.....and on the level
and downhill, I can stay up with all of them....of course going
uphill, you are at a disadvantage.....I just shift and take my
time....I will say this..the 20-40 mile ride is a piece of cake on
my Road.  When all is said and done, I will take my Road over the
conventional bike for comfort, and the ability to sight-see alot
more.  After you are in shape...it seems that you don't even notice
you are pedaling....too busy enjoying the land and the scenery.  So
I guess you can tell that I am very happy with my Road.....For a
little bonus, I got up to 32mph on the flat and 48 mph on the
downhill..Not bad for a 62 year old guy???  I am not out to win any
races.....but wanted to push it a little...I know there are Catrike
guys that fly.....but for me I probably like the Road best because,
(1) I am getting exercise, and (2) what a way to sight-see...As a
matter of fact....I am leaving next weekend for the KAty Trail in
Missouri.  My last advice is..decide how much you are willing to
spend, ride different brands, and decide which one you would think
works for you at that 40 mile ride.  I am not trying to sell the
Road to you..but after all of a my studying and riding..by far the
best value!!!  mike
  P.S.  Keep in mind the Road doesn't lay you back in the seat like
the Speed or the Expedition.......

-- In TeamCatrike@yahoogroups.com, "Spencer" <w4erc@...> wrote:
>
> Question Trike riders,
>
> Ive been riding bents for a few years and now I am considering the
> purchase of a Catrike Road and just wanted to know how does it
feel to
> sit lower to the ground near traffic on roads with or without bike
> lanes. do you feel that a trike is a good choice for road riding
or
> short tours 20-40 miles. My area does not have many bike trails
but our
> roads are not normally over crowded either. But there always seems
to
> be that guy who loves to buzz you on your bike.
> Thank you,
> Spencer in Avon Park, Fl
>

I ride in the western part of KY and this state does not know the meaning of bike lanes! But, having said that, I will also state that riding a trike on the highway is the best choice I have ever made. It seems like the cars think your are physically challenged and give you a lot more room. It also maybe that they also think they will not be able to see you when they are close and move over just to watch out for you. Also cars here have been a lot more courteous to a trike than a bike. I have yet to have a car blow the horn at me in anger or when I am going up a hill and they are behind me. I take my lane to the extent of using the part next to the white line with my right tyre about a foot from it. That way the cars does not have to make the decision as to wheather he can zoom around me as another car approaches. also the choice of a Road is a good one! I love mine. If you do decide on one, get a good flag or sail so cars will be able to see you.

Rick



On Tue Jun 5 20:35 , "Spencer" sent:

Question Trike riders,

Ive been riding bents for a few years and now I am considering the
purchase of a Catrike Road and just wanted to know how does it feel to
sit lower to the ground near traffic on roads with or without bike
lanes. do you feel that a trike is a good choice for road riding or
short tours 20-40 miles. My area does not have many bike trails but our
roads are not normally over crowded either. But there always seems to
be that guy who loves to buzz you on your bike.
Thank you,
Spencer in Avon Park, Fl

Question Trike riders,

Ive been riding bents for a few years and now I am considering the
purchase of a Catrike Road and just wanted to know how does it feel to
sit lower to the ground near traffic on roads with or without bike
lanes. do you feel that a trike is a good choice for road riding or
short tours 20-40 miles. My area does not have many bike trails but our
roads are not normally over crowded either. But there always seems to
be that guy who loves to buzz you on your bike.
Thank you,
Spencer in Avon Park, Fl

Please keep trying, I have the same setup.  When I am not clipped in,
I find myself comming off of the pedals.  Think of all of the power
that you use and not even realize it.
Barboyr

>

Group:  I own a Catrike 2006 Road and love it.....I recently purchased
shoes and pedals with clip mounts......I have used them 4 times and I
cannot get use to them.......They are virtually new..  I purchased  a
pair of Shimano SH-MT20D (size 10) for $65 and I paid $80 for the
Shimano SPD Compatible Pedal (PD-M324)  Is anyone interested in
these?  I would take $80 for both pedals and shoes.....

mike

I know this question has been addressed....but would like some
restatements from those who know first hand.....
I have an 06 Road.......

PLease tell me the advantages and disadvantages of placing a fatter
tire on the rear and keeping my Schwalbe Marathons on the front?  It
was suggested that I use a 2.0 Schwalbe Big Apple.  Please give me the
+'s and the -'s.
mike

Group:  Is it possible to do away with with my chain tube on my 06
Road and add another pulley?

mike

Has anyone ever used open-cell foam to increase the seat incline?
Do you think this might work?

Thanks

Phillip

We entered our Team Catrike Group at www.bikejournal.com for those
interested in keeping track of there stats. It's a free site.
http://www.bikejournal.com/club_home.asp?clubID={07E0CDF5-0D20-458A-BAE5-DF77779\
35819}As
of this date we have 27 members and have logged 21839 miles and rank
3rd out of 62 different clubs.

--Robert:  Thanks for the advice.  I did lubricate the DR....and it
stopped for about a minute.  I am going to completey clean my chain
and relube.  It is funny that it only happens on the one gear!  mike


          - In TeamCatrike@yahoogroups.com, "Robert Gallaway"
<rlgallaway@...> wrote:
>
> Lubricate your rear derailleur and see if that takes care of it.
>   ----- Original Message -----
>   From: Michael Scott
>   To: TeamCatrike@yahoogroups.com
>   Sent: Friday, March 30, 2007 6:57 PM
>   Subject: [TeamCatrike] squeak!
>
>
>   Need some help! I have a 2006 Road and love it....but Ihave a
squeak
>   which is driving me nuts!!!! When I have my chain on any of the
front
>   gears.....but have the back of the chain on the smallest gear..I
get a
>   squeak! It only happens when the chain is in that position. I
will
>   click up a gear in the back and it stops! Any suggestions?
>   mike
>

----- Original Message -----

From: Michael Scott

To: TeamCatrike@yahoogroups.com

Sent: Friday, March 30, 2007 6:57 PM

Subject: [TeamCatrike] squeak!

Need some help! I have a 2006 Road and love it....but Ihave a squeak
which is driving me nuts!!!! When I have my chain on any of the front
gears.....but have the back of the chain on the smallest gear..I get a
squeak! It only happens when the chain is in that position. I will
click up a gear in the back and it stops! Any suggestions?
mike

Need some help!  I have a 2006 Road and love it....but Ihave a squeak
which is driving me nuts!!!!  When I have my chain on any of the front
gears.....but have the back of the chain on the smallest gear..I get a
squeak! It only happens when the chain is in that position.  I will
click up a gear in the back and it stops!  Any suggestions?
mike

Another thing to consider if you are doing some upgrades for speed
would be to install a Schlumpf Speed Drive or High Speed Drive. Not
cheap, at about $500, but it replaces the front end sprockets with an
internal gear drive. The Speed Drive gives you 1.66 X whatever gear
you are in when engaged. The High Speed Drive gives you 2.5 X
whatever gear you are in. The Speed Drive leaves two gear rings on
the front, so you still need a front derailleur. The High Speed Drive
has only one gear ring, so the front derailleur goes away.

I've used these internal gearing drives on several trikes now and
love them. If you have the strength, they can add much to your high-
end speed without losing hill-climbing lower gears.

Russ

--- In TeamCatrike@yahoogroups.com, Thomas Bartunek <tbartunek@...>
wrote:
>
> Thanks Cary,
>
> Another trike member who has been coresponding with me has an
expedition, which weighs a bit more, but he tricked it out a bit.
The other thing he mentioned was that the trike owners that he knows
that have 700's say they are not so comfortabel due to the fixed seat
and the padding (what padding) on them, and also on longer rides they
tend to get some hip rub because they are a bit narrower in the
seat.  They weigh just a bit lighter than an expedition but are
heavier than what your speed weighs.
>
> I have been trying to find a local (within 45 miles) dealer and try
to test ride one before I buy.  The one thing that I have been
wanting is a trike with a larger rear wheel.  The 26" size on the
expedition is an easy swap for a 650 (which is time trial size) which
means that I could get a real high pressure thinner tire.  (That's
why I was interested in the 700 rear.)  After reading the reviews, I
am not so sure that the 700 is the machine.  I have narrowed it down
to the speed and the expedition, leaning a bit towards the expedition
because of rear wheel size and ground clearance.  But as I write this
to you I am thinking that I would be able to purchase a used speed a
lot easier than an expedition.
>
> I need to test ride each and see what I think.  I appreciate all
your help because the speed was the other bike that I was initially
considering.  I will stay with Catrike though because I don't want to
send my money overseas.
>
> Please send me more information if you have time.
>
> Thanks again,
>
> Tom Bartunek
> Bartunek and Associates
> Voice Mail: 408.243.1361
> Fax: 498.243.1361
>
>
>
> ----- Original Message ----
> From: carylstrickland <carylstrickland@...>
> To: TeamCatrike@yahoogroups.com
> Sent: Thursday, March 29, 2007 12:57:09 PM
> Subject: [TeamCatrike] Re: new member looking for a used speed or
700 (if there is one)
>
>
> Hi,
>
> I have ridden a Catrike Speed for the last two years and put over
10,000
> miles on it. As far as comfort goes (important to me, I'm 65 years
old
> and weigh 225 pounds) I ended up buying a removable gel cushion
(stadium
> seat size) off the internet that works better on long rides than the
> plain web seat. Never had any problem with the back of the seat as
far
> as comfort issues. Biggest thing that happened to the speed was when
> Greenpeace introduced the Scorcher 16 inch tires - tire mileage
went up
> considerably over the Stelvio's and my average speed did also. It
will
> be a lot easier finding a used Speed than a 700, but the 700 would
> probably be a just a little faster.
>
> Cary Strickland
>
> --- In TeamCatrike@ yahoogroups. com, Thomas Bartunek
<tbartunek@ ..>
> wrote:
> >
> > Al,
> >
> > Thanks.
> >
> > One of my concerns is that except for one of my friends that
rides a
> TourEasy, all the others ride wedgy's, and good ones so I need a
trike
> that would be equivalent. I can do okay on the V-Rex, but wanted
> something a bit faster and a trike. What did you do to your
expedition
> as far as wheels? I liked the looks of the 700 because of the large
700
> in the back and thought that it would also be fast. My other thought
> though was the speed, so I could still do the distance rides over 55
> miles with some small accessories that I would need.
> >
> > Any more thougths?
> >
> > After your coments, I will seriously look at the expedition. I
just
> like the larger wheels for less rolling resistance and a better
chance
> to be able to get high pressure tires when needed, but maybe your
setup
> would be what I need.
> >
> > Thanks again,
> >
> > Tom Bartunek
> > Bartunek and Associates
> > Voice Mail: 408.243.1361
> > Fax: 498.243.1361
> >
> >
> >
> > ----- Original Message ----
> > From: allen freeman big-all@
> > To: TeamCatrike@ yahoogroups. com
> > Sent: Tuesday, March 27, 2007 7:04:18 AM
> > Subject: RE: [TeamCatrike] new member looking for a used speed or
700
> (if there is one)
> >
> > Have you sat in a 700??
> > It is a great machine, with a lot of wonderful features, and they
> handle great. BUT, they have a molded in seat with several curves
in the
> metal bars. I have found that a lot of people find them
uncomfortable
> after a few miles. I rode one and loved it, but I have spoken to
many
> others that feel the seat angles are in the wrong place and chafe
on the
> hips or shoulders when riding.
> >
> > Just an fyi, I hope you find what you are looking for. After
riding
> them all I decdided upon the expedition, and I could not be happier
with
> my purchase. Needed to change the tires and a few things right when
I
> bought it, but the setup now is fast and handles well, is extremely
> durable, just feels right to me.
> >
> > Hope you can find the same for yourself!!
> >
> > Keep up posted!
> >
> > Al
> >
> >
> >
> > From: TeamCatrike@ yahoogroups. com [mailto: TeamCatrike@
yahoogroups.
> com ] On Behalf Of Tom Bartunek
> > Sent: Sunday, March 25, 2007 1:11 AM
> > To: TeamCatrike@ yahoogroups. com
> > Subject: [TeamCatrike] new member looking for a used speed or 700
(if
> there is one)
> >
> > I've been a recumbent rider for 8 years from Rans V-Rex and Tour
Easy.
> Want a more
> > comfortable and faster ride for hills (northern california - lots
of
> hills) For the money I
> > would spend on a P-38, I would rather get a 700 (preferably) or a
> speed. Purchased new,
> > they are really not that far apart in price, but since I have
never
> ridden any distance on a
> > trike, I'm not sure what would be best. I am also only 5'7" and
160
> lbs. I figure if I can get
> > a used trike I can put the extra money into components.
> >
> > Thanks for any help - see you down the road.
> >
> > Tom
> >
>