Since I am also in the early stages of building, it might be good for
us to get together. So, where do you live? I'm in Kent, WA, southeast
of Seattle.
I share your interest in most of your questions, I'll be looking for
the answers also.
Tom Hale
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On Friday, December 3, 2004, at 09:14 PM, ttp44 wrote:

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> stay on the road. After looking at the Bentech web site, I have
> ordered plans for both the LWB and SWB models. I am currently
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> I have some questions about the bikes and would appreciate opinions
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> wheels. Is there a problem using road bike type wheels on a
> recumbent? Are there real advantages to the fatter tires?
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> 2. For the hills around my home, I definitely want a triple chain
> ring. However, how many speeds are common for the rear? Should the
> sprockets be about the same as for my road bike (11-28 I think)?
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> 3. What type of shifters work best. I really like the old Shimano
> RSX integral brake lever shifters on my road bike. But they might
> not work as well with a recumbent.
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> 4. How do recumbents do in wet and/or snowy weather? I worry about
> getting my back and butt drenched with cold, dirty, water or slush
> from the road. Is that a problem? If so, how can one avoid or
> minimize the problem?
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> Thanks in advance for any advice you can give me.
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