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Hello Group,
I just ordered a set of plans and had a question.
In the "FAQ" section on the main web page it states:

"A lighter frame can be achieved if thinner chromoly main frame tube
and an aluminum seat frame are employed. You will find that a
homebuilt frame can be made as light as commercial recumbents costing
thousands of dollars more."

How thin can one go and still retain sufficient strength and stifness?
Has anyone gone with a thinner main frame?
Thanks,
Carl












Mon Nov 8, 2004 8:07 pm

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Hello Group, I just ordered a set of plans and had a question. In the "FAQ" section on the main web page it states: "A lighter frame can be achieved if thinner...
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Carl, My 1st bike weight in at 35-36#. Maybe because I bought a EZ1 seat (about 10#). 2nd bike with 0.035 Thickness 4130 came in at 28# but has some flex I'm...
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