RANS
V-Rex Recumbent Bicycle

RANS V-Rex
The V-Rex's name
means "King of speed." As the big brother of the Rocket the V-Rex has
several improvements. The larger 26" rear wheel provides a smoother ride
and allows a huge selection of tires. Its larger diameter allows the use
of standard Shimano chainrings, which improve the front shifting. Custom
high-speed gearing is easier with the larger wheel. To figure gearing, the
stock "26 inch" Primo is ~24+1/4". The V-Rex frame is triangulated at the
bottom-bracket for greater stiffness, which improves sprinting and
climbing. The components are a grade better too. Tall riders, over 6'3 or
so should consider the XL frame version. The XL costs the same as the
regular size though it is made in the US. For rougher roads we can set up
a V-Rex with a front shock and 2" wide tires (We call it the "Gilman
Special" as Mike and his wife each have one of them. They love them.) The
feel and handling of the V-Rex is quite similar to the Rocket. I like 'em
both.

V-Rex
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Warren with his well traveled RANS V-Rex in Egypt |
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