In fact, I rolled my expedition. Also, the 700 has placed the idler much further forward than other models or previous versions. Starting with the paint we used Prismatic Pearl White for the frame and boom and Tiger's Candy Red for the bits and pieces. It would also be a bit more aero while still having the extra ground clearance and width (important to me) of the Expedition. I climb equally well with either trike. Catrike 700 Racing Trike
* weight includes pedals, mirror, flag, computer mount and neck rest if standard on the model. Cycles |Bend It is paired with the SRAM Force road derailleur. | Lancaster Recumbent | Midwest Trike Megastore |Recycled The shifting is so perfect that it matches the precision of the rear derailleur. Additional customer shipping charge: $100.00. Based on my experience I would not recommend putting a 27" on the rear. The 26-inch rear wheel provides a broad range of gears for a variety of terrain. Come to for test-rides, and bent-talk.
The lumbar curve on the Expedition is a nice addition I really like it. The longer wheelbase also helps eliminate brake steer which is already low on a Catrike.
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Get your own custom Catrike 700 Recumbent Racing Trike. UtahTrikes.com is a wholly owned subsidiary of Guy Graphics, Inc. Now the downside (every bike/trike has them.) Starting with the already fast Catrike 700 we spec'd it out with the best road components out there and made some other mods to get a final ready-to-ride weight of 29lbs10oz. The Pocket, Speed, and 700 all have 16-inch front wheels which gives those models a slick racing look. A low, aerodynamic body position and lightweight vertebrae-spaceframe put the rider it the perfect position to generate power and speed. Catrikes are not cheap like a Walmart bicycle, they are a costly investment and most fear making the wrong choice. 700 are geared higher harder to get up hills. Hello, I have owned the 700 and now have the Expedition. Recumbent Cycle-Con| Clovis Bicycle Company | Alpaca | Amling's my choice was the Expedition. I just felt boxed in. It is fun and really fast.
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The tire pressure went from 80 to 100 psi. The pavement has a rather rough texture and is mostly a farm road. Additional customer shipping charge: $100.00. January 2023 appointments only:Wed-Sun 10-5 The cassette body is milled out of a solid piece and then hardened. Now before you say direct steer is twitchy at high speed try the Expedition (or the Catrike 700.) View All Recent Trikes, Richard's Liquid Black Catrike 700
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And, try trikes, trikes, trikes including the fully automatic ICE Adventure electric trikes. Not extreme but comfy and pretty aero. Place for exchange of information between Catrike owners and prospects. The difference in rolling resistance of the wheels on those two trikes is minor compared to the air-resistance of each package. I prefer 24T granny against a 34T cassette for climbing with a big wheel. To get a bit more speed on my expedition I just changed tires. On my Road I spin out at 27-30 mph which is fine for me.
A couple of my rides have speed bumps and I did not want to bottom out. The Expedition can "climb that grade" better than a 700. The final conclusion is that eCat is a non-optimum add on with As well, by replacing the tires our customer will enjoy the trails. The 700c Thru-Axle rear wheel offers excellent power transfer, and high gearing gives you the shifting options needed to reach your personal best. Recumbent Road Bikes |Peddlers | RANS Perfect for training and racing. CATRIKE: The 700 is designed to be fast and efficient. But a Larry worried about losing teeth due to hard tires is not a fast and energetic Larry. Catrike 700 The 700 is designed to be fast and efficient. I am , however , still a lover of speed. The reason I ask is I want the speed but also want to ride rail trails and paths as well as road and know I'll need the clearance. Price was not an issue, the Expedition just felt the best to me. I found that super-high tire pressure does help with speed but the rattle is enough to shake you teeth out of your head. To me they are pretty equal till you get above 15 mph and then the 700 really shines. it The roads here can be pretty rough. I have not ridden the 5.5.9 but I have the 700. To be prepared for any adventure, the Expedition comes equipped with a space frame for heavy touring loads. The size of the Expedition makes it the ideal Catrike for larger riders. The seat now also includes lumbar/kidney side cushions to fit the rider more snugly and work against centrifugal forces in turns. I chose the Expedition because of the extra ground clearance. While I really like the 700 if I could only have one trike it would be the Expedition as a general purpose trike. Catrike has discontinued the venerable Road recumbent trike model. In the end Iopted for the 700 as I had racing intentions. The Catrike seat cover has many buckles which allow you to in effect adjust the amount of lumbar curve but tightening and loosening them. Get a bright colour, you want to be seen. (700c is the other most available size.) The Catrike Expedition Recumbent Tadpole Tricycle The 26" rear, 20" front tires are probably the most widely available sizes found on a recumbent. Dumont The Catrike Dumont is a full suspension, folding trike which is easy to transport and super comfortable on the road. Any suggestions? Recumbent | Recumbent Bikes of Tennessee |Recumbent Bikes & Trikes Denver | Recumbent Trike Store |Rose City Recumbents | Recumbent World | Rocky Mountain Recumbents | RTR Magazine | Schlitter | Seattle Trike | Sport Crafters| Steintrikes USA | Sun Seeker | TerraCycle
He was on his racing bike. A comfortable Larry riding on fat softer tires is a happy and energetic Larry. Gonna be a fun summer!, Catrike Owners Manual for the 700, Expedition, Pocket, Road, Speed, & Trail (pdf 2.95Mb). View All Custom Catrike 700 Recumbent Racing Trikes
We raise funds for research by cycling. Add the lighter construction and in effect you fly the 700 while you ride all the rest. Thanks. And although Catrike takes some liberties with that 130" limit, the fact is that the 700 recumbent trike, with its longer rear fork (to accommodate the larger 622 ETRTO rear wheel) and more laidback seating angle, will always be a large shipping package. And, we raise hope by joining together in support.
But if I had to it would be the Expedition. 2009 Catrike Expedition CTE 586 2011 Catrike 700 CT7742 Sold bents Catrike Speed CS 74 Lighting Phantom Rans V2 Rans Stratus Performer JC 70 trike #5 04-20-2009, 10:34 PM bent eagle 'BentRider Legacy Partner : Join Date: Jan 2005. I think a large part of the equation is the engine. Accessories can be shipped nationwide. Add the lighter construction and in effect you fly the 700 while you ride all the rest. . For 2018, though, Catrike has formally redesigned the seat to include a special cushion on the upper seat covering the cross-bar. The 26-Inch rear wheel provides a broad range of gears for a variety of terrain. The rubber is a Schwalbe Ultremo ZX. Catrike has made wider hubs with through-axles standard equipment on all large-wheel models. Richard, you took the words right out of my mouth. I have owned a Speed and currently own an Expedition and a 700. $150.00 .
Shop for Parts and Accessories in our Online Store! The 700 is not a bone rattler but rather the tires you run on are unless you ride baby butt smooth trails like I do. Price was not an issue, the Expedition just felt the best to me. The diameter difference is only 1.3mm after all. CAT Expedition vs 700 Trikes. Simple and thoughtfully designed, the 700 is engineered to move. It's not about which trike as much as it is about the rider. Like all Catrikes the seat-recline is not adjustable. 2.
| Lancaster Recumbent | Midwest Trike Megastore |Recycled Compared with other similar trikes the Expedition is surprisingly stable but despite the wider stance not as stable as the ICE Sprint with a hardshell seat. With a 26 rear wheel it has high gears (25 to 130!) I had a TW-Bents with skinny tires. Eric's Liquid Black Catrike 700
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There are so many roads to explore that you . Catrike 700 Racing Trike
The Expedition offers a beautiful and sleek machine combined with a long, comfortable body position for all-day riding. To be prepared for any adventure, the Expedition comes equipped with a space frame for heavy packs. The result is a Expedition with the perfect combination of maximum efficiency, comfort and riding enjoyment. I am thinking that a 650c wheel on the back would be a good start, but do not know the axel distance of the rear hub ( 130mm, or 135mm ). Cyclery | Easy Street | Greenspeed | Hase | Hostel Shoppe | HP Catrike 700 Racing Trike Liquid Black
Paul's Lava Red Catrike 700
4. To me they are both fast trikes it you have the proper engine which I don't. I have been looking at the catrike expedition and catrike 700. The chainline was made more efficient by eliminating the upper chain tube and replacing the stock idler with the TerraCycle Elite Titanium idler with ceramic bearings. This website uses cookies for functionality, analytics and advertising purposes as described in our. This is the lightest 10-speed chain available and perfectly matched for the SRAM Red componentry. Catrike Front Fender Set. Dave's Liquid Black Catrike 700
It will be harder to fit in a car than most trikes. They may not have the tires you really want but they will get you back on the road. Fast, smooth and fun. I am 65 years old 6' 195 lbs and average 175 miles a week between the trikes. Lawrence's Candy Purple Catrike 700
The SRAM TT900 carbon fiber shifters are ultra precise and lightweight. The Expedition can be ridden on more than a Paved Road or Trail - any time that a rider wants to.
This gives me hope. Cycles |Bend Starting with the already fast Catrike 700 we spec'd it out with the best road components out there and made some other mods to get a final ready-to-ride weight of 29lbs10oz. | Bacchetta | Bent The best Ive felt in a direct steer bike and better than many indirect steer trikes, in my opinion. Comfort and speed. They have very similar designs, and both companies are known for making a quality product. Speed on a trike is determined by the gearing (which can be switched on any trike), weight of the trike, tire type, width and the strength of the rider. Metal is so last century. Yes, there is no substitute for test rides! The 700c Thru-Axle rear wheel offers excellent power transfer, and high gearing gives you the shifting options needed to reach your personal best. This is the primary reason Catrike has been unable to increase the frame length to gain the extra space to dip the upper seat cross-tube backwards to move it away from the rider's upper back. 1, Road is $600 + $50 tax=$650 cheaper than the Dumont. Exploring hidden roads and seeing nature sliding past in near silence is an experience only rolling through the country on a Catrike can provide. You can find replacements at any bike shop. Most of my riding is city streets and some well traved bike paths. Catrike 700 Racing Trike Liquid Black
The sense of freedom that comes with taking the path less traveled can be yours with just a pedal stroke.
I like to ride on mostly flat roads. $225.00 . Join Kyle Bryant and the Ataxians for theRideAtaxia Norcal 2018 on June 2, 2018 in Winters, California. Sorry I was not clear on the style of ridding I do. Obviously a steep hill as I'm 59 and not an Olympic athlete. Catrike Chain Tensioner. I do not know where to purchase a set of fast front wheels that are trike specific, or what tires would help in the speed area. Catrikes and Their Owners -- Let's See You. 5.5.9 is heavier and has more drag than 700. Cycle | Angletech | Avenue Trikes | Archer | Azub Brakes Just throw some fast tires on it and bring the speed up. A comfortable Larry riding on fat softer tires is a happy and energetic Larry.
A low, aerodynamic body position and lightweight vertebrae-spaceframe put the rider in the perfect position to generate power and speed. That is why I got the 5.5.9 with 2" Big Apples on it. It also gives a bit smoother ride, never a strong point on a Catrike due to their rigid frames. I think the big rear tire also gives a bit less rolling resistance, certainly on rougher roads (chip seal) or gravel bike paths.
You just have to decide what you want to do with it.
I like low seat angles that the 700 provides but most trikes can be made to go fast. Trikes can be delivered throughout California. I sure wish being at a recumbent trike forum was a safe place for T-R-I-K-E enthusiasts.
Catrike Expedition eCAT All adventure seeking capabilities of the standard Expedition with an added boost of the latest in electric assist systems from industry leader Bosch. Ultra precise, super lightweight and nearly silent. Is it faster? Catrike Road, and Catrike 700. Here is my test ride and walk-around of the Catrike 700 high performance recumbent trike. Quicklinks: Home | Calling Cards | Message Board | Dealer Locator | DONATE | BENTRIDER STORE!!! And don't forget you want a molded seat back. For chain we used the SRAM 1091R hollow pin chain. I agree with you, this is one sweet trike. At first glance, there are more similarities than differences between the Expedition and the 700. It even has 4- of ground clearance, not bad. The 700 felt a lot stiffer and twitchy than the Expedition. And now own a Speed CS#1103. Perfectly paired with the Red derailleur shifting is incredible. The bike lost a bit of stability on turns. Capable of handling heavy loads for long distance touring and a fast performance ride. The 700c Thru-Axle rear wheel offers excellent power transfer, and high gearing gives you the shifting options needed to reach your personal best. Other makes and models of trike may exceed the Expedition in one feature or another, but this trike is the paradigm. It would beat me up pretty bad. The frame has a 275 lb warranty weight limit, like many of the other Catrikes. The new wheels will be compatible with newer 11-speed drivetrain technology. I like the Expedition. The 2008 Catrike Speed has less recline than the 700 for a more comfort oriented rider. At our recumbent trike shop, we have addressed this issue for years simply by bolstering the upper part of the seat with large-pore open-cell foam, or with a Ventisitseat-pad. The SRAM Force derailleur was used in the front because there is no compatible Red derailleur that will work with the Catrike derailleur post. Place for exchange of information between Catrike owners and prospects. Catrike announces the Eola, a new recumbent trike model for 2019. Catrike 700 Racing Trike Liquid Black
Posts: 1,718 . The Speed was always a smaller trike than the 700 and it retains the portability advantage. As mentioned before you could possibly setup up each trike for the best at getting the speed, but in the end what do you really want out of your Cat.
I am a woman and I ride for the thrills. Thank you all for your input. Your young and sound uninjured I don't think you belong on one just yet. My trike was outfitted with all my commuting gear, and weighed about 60 lbs. Use tab to navigate through the menu items. Christopher's Atomic Orange Catrike 700
You can find replacements at any bike shop.
so, my question is why a Speed instead of a 700? Catrike 700 Recumbent Racing Trike Hyper Yellow
The 1091R chain has hollow rivets to save weight, but then they go a step further and take material out of each link to save even more weight. | Bacchetta | Bent I'm done with expressing all the reasons why I am faster on my 700 than my df, because the naysayers just keep coming. Like all Catrikes the Expedition has direct steering. Visit CBD Store Please Support Our Sponsors Listed Below Cyclery | Easy Street | Greenspeed | Hase | Hostel Shoppe | HP So I did pick-up a couple more mile per hour and maybe a bit smoother ride. Thanks Chaim can you confirm the extrusion for the boom is also AL7005? Up Cycle | Angletech | Avenue Trikes | Archer | Azub of the Catrike 700 Recumbent Racing Trike:
The shifters felt better on the 700 than the Expedition. Azub & Expedition Touring Review January 14, 2014 .
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And, of course it has to look spectacular. John, let me start by saying I have zero mechanical brains. Making a race machine means keeping it lightweight and efficient. Still, it is something to be aware of. You wont catch the 700 with either 559 or Expedition but from what I read on BentRrider the 559 is made for that combination: better speed than Trail and better endurance than Expedition. Velotechnik | ICE | Industrial Bicycles | Jersey Bents | John's Trikes & Bikes | KMX Karts | Labmake | Laid Back Cycles | Linear | Lightning Cycle Dynamics| Oklahoma most are not super smooth but do not often have chuck holes in the pavement. A track racing coach disbelieved my claim that the trike is the best drag racing platform in the hpv world, and challenged me to a race. The 26-inch rear wheel provides a broad range of gears for a variety of terrain. | TerraTrike | Triot | Sun Cyclery | Trident | Utah Trikes | Victory Bicycles | Vite, I am getting near that age where a trike starts to make sense. Share this .
Catrike says: The 700 is designed to be fast and efficient. I ran each of them over a speedbump and could tell a difference in the smaller frontwheels on the 700. I finally decided, that the ground clearance was my concern over anything else. Road will recline 4 degrees lower seat angle than the Dumont. Signature Color: Lava Red. If you prefer the ergonomics of the 700, then that's a plus in its favor. Location: Just Dadeville, AL Lake Martin area. Donald's Lava Red Catrike 700
At 30 lb it's a bit lighter than the 700 too. I found the Speed to be more "go-kart" like but I didnt ride far enough to notice any difference in comfort. Dave's Liquid Black Catrike 700
The Expedition and the 700 both have larger rear wheels with a 26-inch and 700c wheel, respectively. 87.1" For Speed = 26MPH @100RPM. Before I got my two Roads, in testing, I never managed to get to the speeds of the 700 over any long stretch. * weight includes pedals, mirror, flag, computer mount and neck rest if standard on the model.
Like all Catrikes the Expedition does not fold, but the pedal boom can be removed if you have to. This annual ride raises much-needed funds for research to cure Friedrich's Ataxia (a progressive neurological disease.). If you mostly peddle on flat terrain, I strongly suggest use a very tight gear ratio like a 12-23 but not a 11-36. I am running Kojacks up front and Durano's on the rear of the 700 and Durano's all around on the Expedition. I tried to induce brakesteer on each of them and it was barely detectable. Sounds like either would work for you. For example, the ICE Full Fat big-tired adventure tricycle. Catrike is giving the venerable Catrike 700 racing trike a makeover for 2018 and addressing rider feedback gained over the years. The top of the derailleur post was cut off to eliminate some weight. There is a big difference in gear inches between the two Trikes in stock format. I promise you that these are the same guys who would ask exactly the questions raised in this thread. Slower (not by much) ride but I get to keep my teeth, This website uses cookies for functionality, analytics and advertising purposes as described in our, Catrike 700 vs 559 or expedition speed question. Stability on nearly any trike takes a while to give a fair evaluation. I own a 700 but test rode a Speed prior to purchasing my 700. Clearance is an issue but larger tires will help a little. It does ride a little harsher but one must remember, it's a performance machine.
I have ridden an expedition but was afraid to sit on the 700 ( my knees are so bad I think I would be asking passer-bys to help me get out of the seat of the 700 ) .
If you don't have the horsepower, you aren't going to see much of a difference between the two. What ever CAT you decide on you will love it. Up These wheels are significantly lighter than the stock 16-inch wheels and allow us to use the Ultremo ZX tires on the front. Furthermore, the best racing surface in Kentucky is their blue grass, and the Expedition would undoubtedly be faster than the 700 on turf. $125.00 . A long wheel base Sport-Luxury Catrike. I think the long wheelbase of these trikes gives them very good high-speed stability. Catrike 700 Racing Trike Candy Purple
You have opened a can of worms here. Face-time with ICE. Find out what happens behind the scenes. (700c is the other most available size.)
Location: DFW area, TX. Well, if they have no choice but to ride one because of their ailments, why bother coming onto a forum to dis them? I have a 26 x 1 on the rear and 20x1.5 on the front.
The brakes are Ashima hydraulic pancake brakes. I know Paulo rides a Speed. Recumbent Cycle-Con| Clovis Bicycle Company | Alpaca | Amling's For those of you who have ridden a 700 how much faster is the 700 over the expedition? The Catrike Expedition has been one of the most popular long distance touring tricycles for years. The New Join AlphaBENT in welcoming HP Velotechnik during their 2017 West Coast Tour. @Pockets would be right if both machines were the same. The 700c Thru-Axle rear wheel offers excellent power transfer, and high gearing gives you the shifting options needed to reach your personal best. The 26 rear, 20 front tires are probably the most widely available sizes found on a recumbent. Lawrence's Candy Purple Catrike 700
Materials on this site may not be used without express written permission. BRC Featured in Trike Asylum January 8, 2014 . This change affects the following recumbent trike models: Expedition, 559, Dumont, and 700. Read the full review on my Average Joe Cyclist blog - https://avera.
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All the stock Catrike wheels are black lightweight aluminum. The difference in rolling resistance of the wheels on those two trikes is minor compared to the air-resistance of each package. I saw a little pedal steer on each of them. To be prepared for any adventure, the Expedition comes equipped with a space frame for heavy packs. The seat recline is not adjustable, but at 37 degrees from horizontal, I find it nice. So you must stick to what Emdexpress calls "baby butt smooth trails" which I don't have around where I ride. The choices of tires for the Expedition is much larger than for the 700, which is what Larry was referring to. I have to say that they seat w/ angle is the most comfortable I have been on. I have both a 2011 700 and a 2009 Expedition. I test rode the 700 and Expedition before I bought the Expedition. I took my new 2008 Expedition out for a short ride yesterday. The original racer tires and got 2 front wheels from Catrike and put on a little fatter tires and my friend built a complete rear wheel for me with the same kind of tire. I have an idea for that with minimal effort. Black is the color of choice for either, so the final cost difference is negligible. Making a race machine means keeping it lightweight and efficient. The 700 can be pretty fast on the open road when you get those big gears rolling. I'd love to have a trike that is mostly an Expedition but with a seat angle a bit closer to that of the 700. I know this has probably been beaten to death for years.But I'm having difficulty deciding between the 700 and the Expedition. PBW and Alphabent are registered trademarks of Peregrine Bicycle Works, Inc. "Fun, Health, and Adventure" is a trademark of Peregrine Bicycle Works, Inc. A low, aerodynamic body position and lightweight vertebrae-spaceframe put the rider in the perfect position to generate power and speed. You are going to get a lot opinions. |Backcountry Recumbent Cycles All the other models have 20-inch rear wheels. More comfortable? Another nice addition is the TerraCycle chain idler. I think there are only two considerations for you. Catrike 700 Racing Trike Liquid Black
One constraint that has been a sticking point over the years is simply the 130" ground-shipping limit imposed by UPS and Fedex. It also has far better ground clearance. The Expedition offers a beautiful and sleek machine combined with a long, comfortable body position for all-day riding. This is consistently rated as the best cable-actuated derailleur available. This crankset is incredibly lightweight. I did not care for the Speed but it is a great trike. The space neck rest is a nice one but I dont like neck rests much myself.
Hi, folks. Cycling | BicycleMan | Bike Hub | The Bike Rack | Catrike | Connecticut Yankee Pedaller | Cruzbike | Charlotte Cycles | Draftmaster & Topper Racks | Fairfield If you gear withequivalentGear Inches and comparable tires should they not be the same?Thanks. Crazy On Three, My Bent Up Cycling Journal, http://poweroncycling.com/product/po-wheel-869.htm. Catrike 700 Racing Trike
Furthermore, the best racing surface in Kentucky is their blue grass, and the Expedition would undoubtedly be faster than the 700 on turf.
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Catrike's build quality and high quality componets makes the Expedition a real winner. The 26-inch rear wheel provides a broad range of gears for a variety of terrain. Catrike 700 Racing Trike Candy Purple
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Mirror Mount Right. With that all said the 700 is fast but fast compared to what. I've only ridden my Road and test rides on a Speed, I for one don't miss the 100+ gear inch high gear(s). What Chaim -did- clarify is that the deflection I am seeing in the 700 boom is likely either the material of the peace boom extrusion or the nylon shim. When I want speed its the 700. Donald's Lava Red Catrike 700
Even the jockey wheels have ceramic bearings. Catrike 700 Recumbent Racing Trike Hyper Yellow
When I want just general riding it's the Expedition. Then a Speed. It is rugged enough for commuting or touring but it is faster than some more expensive performance trikes. Larry's Liquid Black Catrike 700
Azub will be at AlphaBENT on Wednesday, October 23 to show the latest Czech recumbent technology. Our most popular adult trike, the Catrike Expedition is a Sport-Luxury recumbent trike with a wide track and long wheel base. They are not.
The Expedition will never have an ride quality as a "Pallet Jack". View All Custom Catrike 700 Recumbent Racing Trikes, Get your own custom Catrike 700 Recumbent Racing Trike, Articles, Reviews, Tips, and Modifications. The anodized red bottom bracket has ceramic bearings. =12.0ptI have an expedition but not have had the pleasure to ride a 700. catrike expedition vs 700 does bill pullman have sciatica/are rangers in financial trouble again 2021 / catrike expedition vs 700. catrike expedition vs 700 maine high school baseball rankings May 21, 2022. send money inmate santa rita jail . Eric's Liquid Black Catrike 700
On paper, the 700 is going to be faster - but by how much, that's where the engine comes in. Chester's Liquid Black Catrike 700
I rented a 700 for three days. 4000 km later and still loving it. As long as its a Catrike you really can't go wrong. The roads you describe may be a bit rough on skinny tires. Same rear wheel and gear ratio as Expedition but higher for more off-roadability Plus foldable like the trail.
Across two different sites I post to most regularly, there are those who really are df bike-biased folks, who express disapproval of trikes. Mask policy and social distancing may be observed. The front wheels are custom 20-inch Velocity A23 with bladed spokes and ceramic bearings.
The 700 is the only Catrike in the lineup that doesn't have an eCat option but with your legs and the low aerodynamics of the trike, you will be going at a high speed. The change promotes laterally stronger wheels and prevents movement within the dropouts under load at the expense of compatibility with equipment such as electric hub moters that are designed to the older 135mm dropout widths. Ride them all..You will not pick the Cat it will pick you. The choices of tires for the Expedition is much larger than for the 700, which is what Larry was referring to. Recumbent Road Bikes |Peddlers | RANS It is a few hundred less expensive too. It send any little pebble right to your body one fellow that writes a Blog even says he could tell the difference between a dime and a nickle. Chester's Liquid Black Catrike 700
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