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Hi Bob,
I ride a fully suspended trike with Cane Creek shocks. The shocks are pumped to 85 psi and the tires are approximately at 100lbs. live on Long Island and the roads are bumpy with repair patchs. I feel rough surfaces and the bumps aren't that bad. My last suspension design didn't work as well as this one because the steering knuckle needed more caster (angle back of the kingpin or knuckle). Lower pressure or softer rubber or taller wall height can make for a softer ride at the cost of speed and it will be harder to pedal which means gearing down and spinning more. I go for more speed so I can ride further and my legs will be less sore. I usually ride 30-70 mile rides and some that go for 2 days up to 180 miles. My trike, stripped, weighs 55lbs and I weigh 170 lbs. Its about compromise or what is more important to you on that ride. Short ride comfort, long ride/hilly, pump more air in the tires. Another factor is that 20' tires will
ride harsher that larger tire due to the diameter. I personally prefer comfort with speed, that why I designed my trike with suspension. I hope I
answered your question. I have attached a picture of my trike if you would like to see it.
Mike
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