Catrike Trail Recumbent Tricycle
The 2011 Catrike Trail Tadpole

2011 Catrike Trail
Catrike Trail 2011
The Trail is a Catrike built for riders on a budget. It brings Catrike
back to the price point they started at in 2000, considerably lower once
you factor in inflation. Like all Catrikes the Trail is still made in
the US. The Trail has most of the good points of a Catrike: 27 speeds,
dual mechanical disk brakes, direct steering, and a light welded
aluminum frame. At 32 lb it’s still lighter than most $3000 trikes. The
seat is a bit higher than on the Catrike Road and new for 2011 the seat
recline is adjustable from 39 to 53 degrees from horizontal. For riders
who want a tadpole trike they can get in and out a bit more easily and
sit more upright this is good. If you are focused on lowering your wind
resistance or enjoy high speed turns it is not as good. The Trail’s
shorter wheelbase and higher center of gravity make it a bit less stable
at high speeds but then it is not intended for speed freak riders. Not
that this is a slow trike, in its price range it is pretty fast. And it
isn’t tippy for casual riding, just high speed tight turns or panic
stops. Among Catrikes it is among the low performance model, it is still
suitable for longer rides and climbs well. It also has a fair amount of
ground clearance. The Trail has three 20” wheels so you can find a few
tires to fit at most any bike shop and a large selection at any
recumbent shop. At 32 pounds it is certainly the lightest trike in its
price range but it is not foldable.
Like most (all?) trikes in its price range the Catrike Trail has twist
shifters. I don’t like twist shifters much on any USS (Under Seat
Steering) recumbent. The twist shift is designed for a mountain bike
where it is operated by your stronger index and middle fingers. On a USS
recumbent bike or trike with vertical handlebars you must shift with
your less robust pinky and ring fingers. On a direct steer trike it can
take some practice to just twist shift without turning. We have had
several customers who find their hand strength is not up to the task.
Not to worry, we can install Shimano Dura Ace bar end shifters and a
Shimano LX rear derailleur on a new Catrike Trail or Pocket for $200.
So, what type of rider is the Trail for? Recumbent Trike Riders who want
fun & comfort more than speed, who don’t want a heavy trike, an import
or a budget buster.
A Budget-Priced multi-purpose Catrike, its light weight and friendly
ergonomics make it a great trike for novices and fitness riders.
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TECHNICAL DATA |
FIT & ERGONOMICS
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COMPONENTS* |
FEATURES |
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• Wheels Front &
Rear 20”(406)
• Weight 32 lbs (14.5 Kg)
• Wheel Base 36" (914mm)
• Wheel Track 29” (737mm)
• Total Width 33" (838mm)
• Seat Height 9.25" (235mm)
• Turning Circle 14'4" (4.37m)
• Turning Radius 86" (2.18m)
• Gear Inch Range 18” to 90”
• Ground Clearance 3.5” (89mm)
• Total Height 23.5" (597mm)
• Total Length 71" (1803mm)
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39 to 53 Degrees Seat (from horizontal)
• Rider Weight Limit 275Lb.
• Seat Width 14" (355mm)
• Bottom Bracket Height14.5" (368mm)
• X-Seam 39 to 46"
• (Option Extra Long Boom Up to 53") |
• 27 Speed Drive
Train
• SRAM SX5 Half Pipe Twist shifters
• SRAM long cage SX5 rear derailleur 1:1 Ratio
• Avid BB5 Mechanical Disc Brakes
• Avid FR5 Flat Pull Brake Lever
• Truvativ Touro 165mm arm Triple
Power Drive Bottom Bracket
• SRAM PG 950 11-32 cassette
• KMC X9 Chain
Standard
Colors:
Silver Cat or
Yellow
Optional Colors:
Basic MSRP $99 (White, Yellow, Red,
Blue or Black)
Neon MSRP $129 (Lime Green, Pink)
Sparkle MSRP $149 (Orange, Red, British
Racing Green, Blue)
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• Patent Pending
Catrike
Space Frame
• New Boom Clamp System
•Roomy cockpit
•Cane Creek Headsets
•Very Stable
•Ackerman Compensation
•No Brake Steer
•Self Centering
• Clipless Pedals
• Mirror
• Computer Sensor Mount
• Aluminum Rod Ends
• PTFE Chain Tube
•Up right seat
• Primo Comet Tires
• Presta valve tubes
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MSRP Complete US $1,750 PLUS SHIPPING TO DEALER
Catrike
Owner's Manual for the 700, Expedition, Pocket, Road, Speed & Trail
(pdf 2.95Mb)
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