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The Ice "T"; "Tnt" "Q" and "Qnt" were discontinued late in 2009 and
replaced by the new Ice Adventure and Sprint. These new, improved Ice
trikes are described on our new Ice
Recumbent Trike pages.
ICE
Trice Q and Trice QNT Tadpole Recumbent Trikes
/ Tricycles ~ ICE Inspired Cycle Engineering


The Trice Q with optional hard-shell seat
Trice Q is a great all round trike from a world-leading manufacturer at a very
affordable price! Now with rear suspension and folding as standard. Also
available in a narrow track (NT) version called the QNT.
Has the design stood the test of time?
The Trice Q is a great sports trike from ICE. Its frame is based on the
world renowned Trice XL, one of the most popular trikes in the ICE
stable. The Trice Q has been designed from the ground up to give you
unbeatable value for money in a machine with rear suspension and the
ability to fold and separate without tools as standard.
What do I get?
Q stands for Quick and this trike delivers what its name promises. This
machine handles with sure-footed confidence and is nothing short of
exhilarating to ride. The tunable rear suspension is extremely
comfortable on uneven pavement. This trike is practically guaranteed to
put a smile on your face, a smile that is not easy to remove!
How Wide is the Trice Q?
The Trice Q is available in two track widths. Standard track is 31” (795
mm) wide, and narrow track is 27” (695 mm) wide. Standard track gives
you loads of stability so you can really have some fun in the corners
without worrying about shifting your weight. Narrow track sacrifices
some of this stability to make it easier to get between bollards or
through doorways.
Which ever width you choose, it will come painted in sparkling candy
apple red. This machine is a real head turner.
Trice Q - Sport or recreation?
The Trice Q comes as standard with our ultra cool and comfortable mesh
seat but if performance is what you crave you may like to spec your
Trice Q with the optional hard shell seat. Turning your Q into an ultra
fast trike, with the hard shell seat installed there is a massive 16
degrees of adjustment available for the seat angle (28-44˚). To maximize
the aerodynamic advantage of recumbents you need to lie back. The hard
shell seat allows you to do this more so than the mesh seat. If you want
to go very fast you also need a solid platform for efficient power
production and the hard shell seat does this best. The contoured shape
is also enhanced by a unique set of lower body side supports made by ICE
to improve cornering performance.
Can I ride the Trice Q off road?
If you wish to ride your Trice Q on unpaved trails you can. Trikes are
confidence inspiring off road. If you start to get adventurous then the
trike has the necessary clearances to fit a set of BMX knobby tires. We
also offer a set of ‘off-road brackets’ which shifts the seat backwards
towards the back wheel, increasing traction for those steep and slippery
up hill stretches. Down hill the rear suspension and surefooted handling
will give you the ride of your life.
How do I store or transport the Trice Q?

Trice Q Folded
When you are not riding, the Trice Q can be separated and folded down to
a convenient size for easy & secure transportation and storage.
To sum up the Trice Q offers:
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Low and Fast |
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Tunable rear suspension |
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Separates and folds tool-lessly |
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Available in Two track widths |
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Mesh or hard shell seat |
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Both seats are adjustable for recline angle |
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20” wheels all round |
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Drum brakes or Hydraulic Discs |
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Great looking Candy Apple Red powder coat finish.
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Price includes a Rear Mudguard (fender), a mirror, a flag, and a full
set of chain tubes to keep the oil on the chain and off of you.
A great range of accessories are also available from ICE for the Trice
Q, so you can select from the list of extras to enhance your machine.
Trice Q 2008 Specifications
The Trice Q is only recommended for riders of body weight up to 252 lbs,
(18 st., 114 kg).
TRICE Q
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Specification
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Overall Width |
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34.6" (88 cm), 30.6" (78 cm) for the Q NT |
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Overall Height |
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26" (66 cm) |
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Overall Length ( Approx. for 6' rider) |
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74" (188cm) |
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Front Track |
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31.5" (80 cm), 27.5" (70 cm) for the Q NT |
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Wheelbase |
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42" (107 cm) |
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Turning Circle |
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17' (5.2m) diameter |
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Seat Height |
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8" (20 cm) |
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Seat Back Angle (adjustable - 3 steps) |
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37 - 44 Deg (mesh seat) 28-44 Deg (hard shell
seat and brackets) |
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Bottom Bracket Height (approx.) |
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13.5" (34 cm) |
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Ground Clearance |
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3.2" (8.2 cm) |
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Approx folded / dismantled size |
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Length 46.5" (118 cm), Width 24.8" (63cm),
Height 14.6" (37cm) |
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Weight without accessories or pedals from
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36.07lbs (16.36Kg) |
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Wheels |
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20" (406) |
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Tires |
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Schwalbe Marathon Slick 20" x 1.35" all round
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Gear shifters |
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Micro 9 speed long twist grip |
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Brakes |
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Sturmey Archer front Drums |
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Chainset |
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Alloy 30/42/52 (Optional 26 or 55
tooth chainrings) |
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Front Derailleur |
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Micro |
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Rear Derailleur |
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Shimano Deore |
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Cassette Sprocket |
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11-32 9 speed |
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Gear Range |
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18.2" - 91.7" |
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with optional 26 tooth inner ring 15.7" -
91.7" |
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with optional 55 tooth outer ring 18.2" - 97" |
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Trades Description Act
1968. The manufacturers reserve the right to change
the description and specifications to improve the
product. Ask for the latest information.
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Then there is the ride quality of each. Come try both and decide for
yourself!
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