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Catrike Expedition Recumbent Trike
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Catrike Expedition Recumbent Tricycle
The Catrike Expedition Tadpole Trike
Catrike Expedition
First off let me reveal my bias: I like the Expedition. It is rugged
enough for commuting or touring but it as faster than some more
expensive performance trikes. With a 26 rear wheel it has high gears
(25 to 130!) with standard size chainrings that will shift well. I
think the big rear tire also gives a bit less rolling resistance,
certainly on rougher roads (chip seal) or gravel bike paths. It also
gives a bit smother ride, never a strong point on a Catrike due to their
rigid frames. The 26 rear, 20 front tires are probably the most widely
available sizes found on a recumbent. You can find replacements at any
bike shop. They may not have the tires you really want but they will get
you back on the road. (700c is the other most available size.) All this
and its 2008 price of $2550 is less than some heavier, slower carbon
fiber trikes. Like all Catrikes the Expedition has direct steering. Now
before you say direct steer is twitchy at high speed try the
Expedition (or the Catrike 700.) I think the long wheelbase of these
trikes gives them very good high speed stability, the best Ive felt in
a direct steer bike and better than many indirect steer trikes, in my
opinion. The longer wheel base also helps eliminate brake steer which is
already low on a Catrike. The size of the Expedition makes it the ideal
Catrike for larger riders. The frame has a 275 lb warranty weight limit,
like many of the other Catrikes.
"I took my new 2008 Expedition out for a short ride yesterday.
I agree with you, this is one sweet trike. Gonna be a
fun summer!"
MSRP Complete & assembled, $2,550 PLUS SHIPPING TO DEALER. Price as of 03/01/08
The Catrike Expedition Tadpole
We also carry these recumbent brands:
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