Recumbent Trike Riders Group

and comments about their trikes

Our members support this site by offering their knowledge and experiences for fellow or possible riders. Read about our members road experience and contact one if you have a question about their model trike.
The best advise comes only from actual road experience.
 



San Marcos, TX
Catrike
(1000 miles since march 09)

I had severe spinal cord injury after a minivan came out a driveway and I hit it at 20mph. After months of therapy I got away from the walker and thought I'd try riding my mountain bike; I fell right over. A friend of mine (able-bodied)had gotten a trike and loved it, so I found Mike at Easy Street Recumbents in Austin, and he fixed me up with a Catrike Pocket. I started out with a mile or two--my legs had atrophied pretty badly, and it's all hills where I live. But now I've extended my range to about 15 miles, and my wife doesn't have to stop and wait for me. I've gotten to absolutely love it--it feels like a human-powered Formula One. Even if I get back my balance, I'll continue with it. I like that more people seem to be aware of me than when I was riding an upright--they wave and give me lots of room. And the riding has strengthened my legs and my general system. It's therapy that's a lot more fun than a stationary bike, and I'd recommend it to anyone whose legs still work.

 


IA
WINDCHEETAH,Greenspeed GTO
818-952-1500
Apoyo 20-26
(6000 miles since 06)

Took the Windcheetah hypersport across Canada last summer. Survived well without any mechanical problems. A blast to ride. My other trike is a Greenspeed GTO--It is too wide for my tastes. What I have learned: 1)Greenspeed Scorcher tires are really, really, great. Can't say enough good about them. 2) Steel/carbon are much more forgiving on the body compared to aluminum (sold a Windcheetah ClubSport). 3) If you don't want to worry on long rides, get a trike with standard parts (Windcheetah is great but has non-standard rear hub, etc. 4) Windcheetah is really comfortable and quick. Rides well compared to most other trikes I have ridden. 5) There is never enough biking time available.....

 



La Canada, CA

Greenspeed
818-952-1500
Apoyo 20-26
(400 miles since 04/07)

Have a Greenspeed GTT and a Greenspeed GT5.

 
M K Bailey
Gulfport, MS

Scorpion FX
(1200 miles since 06/07)

Have cycled for years. Owned a Vision R44, but never quite felt comfortable. Went back to an upright. Just purchased a Scorpion FX less than a month ago. I am now riding more than ever. I am averaging 85-90 miles a week. When someone asks me what it is like to ride a trike I say, "It's like a Big-Wheel on steroids." I feel like I am 10 years old and am loving every minute!

 



Melbourne, Australia

61 (0)428 330358
Apoyo 20-26
(1500 miles since 06/06)

I've been a recreational / fitness cyclist since my mid - twenties (about 30 years ago!) I've had an interest in recumbent trikes for several years, brought the Apoyo from Ian at Flying Furniture in Canberra. It was a 'pre-production" evaluation and demo. model, so the price was very attractive. I rie the trike as my commuter three to four days a week, 15 km (10 miles) each way, and then on longer rides over the weekend, about 40 - 60 km (25 - 35 miles) usually. We've already had some long trips together. Completed the 210 km Around The Bay In A Day in October, and then the 650 km Great Victorian Bike Ride in November / December last year. What do I enjoy about the trike? First, I Like that it's an unusual vehicle and provokes much interest with other cyclists and non-riders as well. Next, along with most recumbent riders, the sense of speed and the go kart handling give me every reason to display the trike rider's grin. And lastly, the sureness of handling and primary safety in all weather conditions.

 



Madisonville, KY

270-824-9747
wheelz 3.5 Race
(140 miles since 01/07)

Found it used with less than 100 miles total on it! I made the decision to buy a trike after looking and studying for about three years and after riding my V-Rex for two years. After getting it home and taking it out for a good test ride, I wonder why I waited so long!!! The TT is a blast to ride and after tinkering with it for a couple weeks, I think I got it the way I want it. I rebuilt an old rear rack to lower it so it would be sturdier and look a little more like it was made for it, which it was after I fixed it. Also I built a head rest to fit on the back of the rack and it sure does help! I added fenders, a Minoura mount and constructed a mount for my GPS to help me get around while touring. One othe rthing I installed was a 4"x6" 18 LED Taillight that really lets the motorists coming up behind me see me. It's cold here but since it's warm in Florida.....I'll be there next week!!!! I can't stand it! I gotta ride!!!

 
Mike Nickolaus
South Sioux City, NE
TRice XL NT
(3,600 miles since 02/2006)

After long research I purchased a Trice XL NT this February. I now have 1600 miles on it and can say that it's as good as I thought it would be. It is probably the best crafted tadpole trike and handles wonderful. I have ridden it on smooth, rough and terrible roads and it takes all of them great. The brakes are excellent and are the disc brakes. My gear range is from 9.6 to 117 gear inches. I have the ICE modified Capreo 9-34 on the rear and a dual 52-40 on the front with the Schlumph giving me a nice wide range of top to bottom. I wanted something that will let me your with a low range to climb about anything. The color is Metallic Maroon. I previously rode a Lightning P-38 for 18 years and I have now switched over to the Trice almost exclusively. I will say that my speed is probably 1-2 mph slower on the trike but I don't wobble!
I have a Burley Nomad trailer that I can pull and hope to do some touring with this setup. I also have a set of Ortlieb sport packer plus that I will use. As I am a Ham Operator I hope to mount an HF 5-watt QRP radio and antenna on this setup. If you are a Ham, my call is NF0N, give me a call if you hear me.

 
Erskien Lenier
Corona, CA
951-515-8905
WINDCHEETAH
(3,200 miles since 12/2005)
Hypersport Carbon and Ti. Front Fairing and Rear Tail Box. Installed Camel Back in rear pod. Install Lumicycle Halide - L-ion Lighting system.
Have had this rig up to 63 mph coming down off 8400 ft climb from Big Bear Mountain! Love it! Thanks Bob Dixon and company! It can be seen at:
http://www.imagestation.com/album/pictures.html?id=2107441388



St. Paul, MN
651-699-7206
Greenspeed
(700   15-30 thousand miles since 1997)

My trike is my workhorse. It's great daily transportation, and for trips, it carrys everything nicely. I usually travel with a curb weight around 60 - 65 pounds with camping gear and fairing and find it goes quite well... even up hills.  My normal gearing on the middle sprocket is 35 to 95 gear inches. That will get me up to 30 mph and up most hills, so I rarely use the other rings. They take me up to 115" and down to 30".  I swapped my 175mm cranks for a pair or 150s and lowered the gear ratios late last season, but had little time to evaluate them. My first surprise was how little difference I felt. My initial impression was that I don't get as much speed on the level or up hills. Whether I switch back is something I'll decide in the spring.

 



Severna Park, MD
410-647-4812
WINDCHEETAH, Big Wheel
 GT-5
(700   450 miles since 11/15/05)

See the following link to see pictures of my Trimuter and other toys and my favorite trails:

http://home.comcast.net/~vulcan751/toys.html

Ernie Savinsky
Crystal River, FL
925-634-9649
Greenspeed GT-5
(700   miles since 04/05)
http://greenluck.smugmug.com/

Visit link above for photo album's of Greenspeed GT5 and Flordia triking experiences




Discovery Bay, CA
925-634-9649
Greenspeed GTO
(500 miles since 08/05)

I bought my GTO from my my daughter Shawn's friend Ben, they own a GTT and she owns a GT5. They Live in Ketchum, ID and he is the Idaho dealer for Greenspeeds. So far I just ride my GTO in and around where live. I ride 5 miles every day. I bought the GTO because of it's "packability" but after putting it together I don't think I'll take it apart very often. I bought it with drum brakes, front fenders, 2nd mirror, Sigma Sport 1600. I've added Lights front & rear, a Swing Grip T-Bar & mount for my GPS & Camara, Grocery Getter Bags for going to the store. I've already "rolled" it and gotten a flat tire. Replaced all tubes with "Slime" tubes and if there is a increased "rolling resistance" I've not noticed it. When I travel im my motorhome I carry the GTO on top of my Jeep Wrangler. I also have blog so you can (or will be able to see post & pics soon) http://samsgsgto.blogspot.com/
 




St. George, UT
435 688 7584
Greenspeed GT-3
(7100   miles since 07/03)

My Greenspeed recumbent Trike experiences have been very positive, even the two "flip overs" have presented lessons. Three months back I changed over to "The Rotor System", I doubt that the improvement was worth the money? I will give the system its dues, it is an improvement in hill ascents. The Greenspeed is still the brand that everyone strives to emulate, I feel that my trike is a sound piece of equipment and a sound investment. Four set of tires have been on my Greenspeed in 7100 miles. This is a search that goes on for me. The Tioga Comp Pool 90 is the least rolling resistance and feel great on the road. Quality control leaves a lot to be desired, sidewall bubbles appeared after a few miles. The distributor was no help...Greenspeed company offered to replace if I would return them to Australia..it was cheaper to search for new tires...The search took me through two different tire sets until I finally settled on "Primo Comet" these are Kevlar belted which makes them tough! Sizing was wee bit smaller than previous tires (20X1.50) and I noticed the difference. Rolling resistance was better than the previous two sets of tires but not up Tioga standard. I have 3100 miles on the Primo Comet and will replace them with Tioga Comp Pool 90 to take with me to the midwest for a fall outing. The Greenspeed still gets a lot of attention around my town, I ride at least 5 days a week, it has been a real boon to my health.

 
John Dissauer
Carmel, IN
770-671-0338
Greenspeed GT-3
(120   miles since 05/05)

A friend introduced me to recumbents. At the LBS I was drawn to the 3 wheeled versions. Tried Sun (delta and tadpole), and Greenspeed. Tried a two wheeled recumbent but the handlebars and my kneew were frequently in conflict while turning. Not a positive thing in my opinion. Loved the responsiveness of the GT-3 and the foldability (it fits into a Toyota Camray trunk). Greenspeed won the day. Haven't ridden since mid-70's. I currently get out 3 times a week and look forward to each opportunity. The engine on this trike needs lots of work on technique, endurance, and strength. At 60+ years it takes time.
Howard Veit
Atlanta, GA
770-671-0338
Trice
(200  miles since 05/05)

Although I have been riding recumbents for three years, this is my first trike. It is a Trice XXL. It is a beautiful machine and I know I'm going to enjoy riding many miles over the next several years. I hope to do Century rides and Brevets in addition to some touring. I did have some problem getting my local bike shop to assemble the trike properly. Most traditional bike shops do not like to work on these machines. I had to assemble most of it myself and undo some of the problems created by the local bike shop. As I get more riding miles on the trike I will share my experiences.
Alvaro Paz
Buchkannon, WV
Greenspeed GTO
(1,200  miles since 03/04)

Enjoying this spring, now I make my GTO trike a daily companion in my retirement, I also ride with my dog Lucky the sheltie; although it was quite an investment , I believe every cent of it has made a difference in my life.
I 2would definitely reccomend anyone to ytake tzhe sport and ride as much as possible since this activity is proven to be safe, healthy and better than ending up under the surgeons knife, I will be traveling to South America soon ands will be writing from there until then byee
Steve Krosner
Marietta, GA
7707784906
Greenspeed GT3
(New 03/05)
James & kathy winner
Riverside, CA
951-275-9728
Greenspeed GTT Tandem
(1,000  miles since 1/10/05)

My wife Kathy and I are planning a Trans Am adventure in May'05 and had been traing hard when we decided there had to a more comfortable ride than the upright tandem we were riding. So last Jan. we switched in midstream to this trike and have no regrets except only one, and that is we soon realized the GTT 5S with the ability to break down to travel on air flights was the better choice. So we ordered a second trike and should pick it up the day we begin our trip.
Joel weatherhead
Vacaville, CA

Greenspeed GT3
(1100  miles since July 04)

I have owned a GT3 (one of the first production batch of 50) since i returned from korea at the end of jun 04. I love it. 3 weeks after recieving it, i took it on RAGBRAI (bike tour across iowa) and it held up great. i haven't had a single problem with it. I switched out the stock tires to marathons with the kevlar belt and have not had a flat tire yet (1000 miles so far). I did get it with the mountain drive in place of the front derailer and like the simplisity. I have also rode this trike down in Yosemite N.P and had no problems climbing some of the hills (the desents were really fun). A very stable trike at speeds of 40 mph.
Diane Bekel
Fairfield, IA
(641)472-7728
Greenspeed GT3
(50  miles since 04)

I sustained a TBI in late '03. I had been talking about going on RAGBRAI for several years previously, and I'm not going to let balance difficulties or fatigue get in my way.
I like the fact that I can pull over and snooze if I need to. :D My youngest tried it out when I got it, and it got so that I had to hunt him down if I wanted to ride, so he has his own GT3 now.
The GT3 is a hoot to ride. It feels like an extention of my body. It is very stable. I was trying to make a front wheel rise off of the ground on a turn, and I had to work hard and go very fast to get it to float.
Jay Singer
Pepper Pike, OH
Greenspeed GTO
(3,000  miles since 04)

My GTO is perfect for my intended use on long, self-supported tours. (See my tour journal at: http://aroundthelake.crazyguyonabike.com First, it is very comfortable. Second, it's very durable and solid. Finally, it is the ultimate in non-conformity which I really enjoy! I intend to eventually ride it on the AC Southern Tier route but, having ridden it around Lake Erie I have no doubt that a GS GTO is the way to go. For me, after several other bents, it's the ultimate ride!
Greg Lintner
Pittsburgh, PA

412-854-2100
Greenspeed
(200  miles since 8/3/04)
Alvaro Paz
Cumberland, MD
Greenspeed
(300  miles since April/02/04)

I bought my trike following open heart surgery, it is less than 6 months and I put 300 miles on it, it is great, easy on my back and a great rehab tool,keeeps my spirits up, also I ride with my dog ( Lucky) a sheltie running by mi side, I reccomend to anybody for fitness and just plain joy!
Douglas Coulter
Ft Bragg, CA
 Greenspeed
(6,000  miles since April/01/04)

Hi I'm the gimprider, a former long distance wedgie tourist with 30,000+ miles experience. After a head on car wreck left my ankle looking like an erector set I discovered the wierd world of recumbents. I bought a used Greenspeed and built up the miles. My low gear is around 7" so I'm no speed demon. People ask how fast will that go and I tell them how far it will go. At 52 I'm not in a hurry anymore. I'm heading around Northwestern America to show people that disability does'nt have to mean dispair or an electric scooter and a rag to wipe my chin. I'm self powered and in love with the highway. If God keeps me out from under the wheels of a logging truck I hope to log 5,000 + miles on this trip. I'm carring a big load so I won't log more than 30 miles a day most of the time. I'll log on from public libraries around the country and list my progress. Watch for me.

Jim"Parky"Wetherell
Hemet, CA
(909) 652-7230
 
Voyager Tandem,Logo Trike / MASA Slingshot
(31,000+  miles since Jul/98)

I  started riding a trike after a Dr. told me to give up cycling because I have Parkinson's disease, & this disease is taking my ability to balance. So now you might say that I am in a ride for life.  My initial purpose for cycling was to try to control an anxiety disorder that is a part of the PD package. But after my first 12,000 miles, I noticed that my tremor was gone. You can read more about my challenge at www.inevergiveup.org, & while you are there, don't forget to sign my guestbook.
Serge Sretschinsky
Woodland Hills, CA
wheelz
(200  miles since June/03)

I have the TT3.4 it's been a real blast. I almost got a 2 wheel bent, a Haluzak Horizon, but what I really wanted was a trike. When I was a kid I wanted a GoKart and never got one, and trikes remind me of GoKarts. So when WizWheelz had their $1899 promotional price, which was just a little more than the 2 wheel Haluzak, I took the plunge. I can't really compare it to other trikes as it is the only one I've tried, but I have found it to be as much fun as I'd hoped. It works well and I think the price is quite reasonable compared to machines like the Greenspeed. The positives are all the usual trike 'bent positives: the comfy seat, the stability, the fun of being close to the ground. The negatives are there too: you are slower on hills, having to get your 'bent legs. Some other negatives to consider is transporting the thing. I plunked down the $300+ bucks for a Hitchrider rack after plunking down $200 bucks for a hitch reciever for my Accord. If you have a truck you'll be ahead of me on this score but on a car the Hitchrider is well worth it. Also you will not be taking mass transit with your trike. Those racks on the front of busses don't work and most rail systems do not like 3 wheelers, so consider that too. As for riding on the street, I've gotten used to that after being a little scared at first, but I much prefer dedicated Class 1 bike paths. Fortunantly here in Los Angeles we have a good selection of those. BTW, if there are any fellow trikers out there in LA who want a riding partner, feel free to email me. Anyway, good luck with Triking. I love it.
estolkne@maine.rr.com
Saco, ME
WINDCHEETAH
(1000  miles since Sept/02)

The Windcheetah is a wonderful combination of beautiful form and efficient function.
Don Gallion
St. George, UT
435 688 7584
Greenspeed
(2500  miles since Jul/03)

I have been riding 6 days a week since I took delivery on the GreenSpeed.  A few things I have found out:  1. wire FREE COMPUTERS do not function reliably on the trike  2.  Tioga Comp Pool 90 tires are way better than other rubber  3.  Dual mirrors are a necessity if you ride at all in traffic  4.  An inexpensive head rest makes all the difference on a longer ride  5.  Hope disc brakes are worth the money  6.  72 Speeds are not excessive gearing regardless of the age of the engine  7.  You will meet many new people riding a trike, every one wants to talk about a trike...  8.  I consider the GreenSpeed a good investment for health & recreation.
Graham Bungay
Sidmouth, Devon EX10 9XB  UK
Hase Kettweasel
(1000 + miles since Aug/01)

Delta (2 wheels at rear) 9 speed drive to r/h rear wheel. Now 69 used to race in time trials in the distant past. Then many bikeless years later got interested in 'bents after seeing some reports in my son's bike mag. Went on a trike weekend organized by the sadly defunct RUK where I went down hill on a Greenspeed at the speed of light and on rails. The Kettweasle is fun, BUT the offset drive causes problems on hills, which are many in Devon (you leave Sidmouth by going up steep hills) and the seat could be better. A double chainring is planned, changing by manually moving chain.
Will be Morris dancing in Boston (US) area May 22nd/30th I'll keep a look out for any nutters on 3 wheels.

Steve Sparrow
Lancaster, England
01524 33002
Hase Lepus
(1000 miles since 08/02)
The trike has been excellent in all situations other than steeper than 20% inclines. Over that sort of level and you get a lot of front wheel hop from the offset drive. Other than that I have done a couple of camping trips over mixed country and a lot of day rides of up to 70 miles.
I have had "Tadpole" trikes before but I didn't take them too seriously (Pashley!!!!!!). I would not be able to pay out the sums involved in a Greenspeed or a Trice so I got the Lepus.
The brain injuries mean that three wheels is safer a lot of the time but I do use bikes as well (upright and recumbent). I am happy for anybody to e-mail or call me for my thought on the Lepus and the world in general.
Doug Carl
Riverside, OH
Raven by Just Two Bikes
(200 miles since 06/02)
Built by Just two Bikes.  Great ride, easy to handle, light weight for transport and GREAT FUN!
Rickey Horwitz
Austin , TX
(618)537-2984
T'bolt, Spitfire
(2,000 miles since 1994)
As the former owner of Practical Innovations, I haven't stopped playing with bent trikes.  Over the last 6 years I have retained my Thunderbolt trike as my only bent toy.  However, as of August 2002, I am now playing with my new Spitfire design.  This new trike is only 30 Lbs, has a wheel track of 28.5" and a wheelbase of 40".  Just to be weird, I'm using a 24" rear wheel.  Well, soon as I paint it, I'll post some pictures.  BTW- If you are in the Austin area and would like to go for a serious ride, give me a jingle.
John Abbey
, MI
Greenspeed GTT5S
(15 miles since Apr 02)
My wife has had a WizWheelz TerraTrike for two years and loves it. We wanted to be able to ride together (on my RANS Stratus our speeds are too different). The GTT5S has an optional rear disc and the lightSPIN dynamo. We hope to ride across the US (northern route) within two years and also go to Germany next summer, hence the 5 S&S coupled model. The trike is solid, but I need to learn to be a better captain, shifting/turning/communication issues are still being learned.
Bob and Diane Moore
Lebanon , IL
(618)537-2984
Trimuter
(300 miles since Apr 02)
Following a non-biking accident (head injury) my confidence level in maintaining balance of my two wheel ReBike (older-low end recumbent) suffered.  Fortunately, we learned of Wick's Trimuter trike. Our demo ride sold us immediately.  We ride every opportunity we get and enjoy the comfort and stability...makes longer rides very enjoyable.  Looking forward to retirement and being able to make some longer adventures. Highly recommend the "recumbent trike" to people of all ages!
Bob Lindner
San Antonio , TX
210-566-7804
Trice
(550 miles since Apr 02)
I ride a Trice XL. Nicely engineered and very fast. To go faster am adding a Schlumpf Speed Drive. Still have nice upright bike but don't seem to want to ride it anymore. Will be taking the trike to RAGBRAI in July - hope to see other trike riders there.
Ken Hix
Torrance , CA
Greenspeed GTO
65 miles since 06-22-02)
I've been riding recumbents since 1997 (Haluzak Horizon and Hybrid Race) and just recently got the trike bug. I got a Sidewinder on Easter weekend this year and what a blast. I've put almost 200 miles on it. It is a great trike for trips up to around 30-40 miles and you couldn't ask for a better bike going through street fairs (it will spin around one wheel). But, because the gearing isn't high enough for me (I like speed) and speeds above 20-25 can get quite exciting (rear wheel steering)I decided to look for a second trike. I'll keep the Sidewinder because it's quality is the highest and the attention it gets can't be matched when you spin it around itself. I might also say that the people at Sidewinder are really great (www.sidewindercycle.com). While looking for a second trike, I rode several and in my mind found the Greenspeed GTO was just what I wanted. What a trike! It's so much fun when a line of wedgie race bikes with kids (20 and 30 something, I'm almost 60) pass you and you fall in behind. They keep looking back to see you're still there and can't believe it when you pass them and pull away. Of course I only hold that pace for another half mile or so and turn off before these kids pass this heavy breathing old man. I was going to take my Haluzak Hybrid Race on a Century ride coming up, but think I'll take the Greenspeed instead.
Bill Rawlinson
Beaumont , TX
801-737-4502
(Trimuter)
(200 miles since 11-15-01)
Surgery for a non-malignant brain tumor in 1983 left me without any sense of balance, some nerve damage, and ataxia on my right side resulting in my not being able to walk. Since then, I have learned to walk with two quad canes. Anyway, I started riding an adult trike 10 years ago and was scared to death a couple times as I almost tipped over. Then, about 18 mos ago, my son saw a Trailmate Lowrider in a local bicycle shop and I immediately bought one. It really improved my "quality of life" as I could now, ride almost anywhere (trails) without fear of tipping over. But, I then participated in a local Bike Ramble and I could see I would never be able to keep up with bikes on the street on the Lowrider-this led me to researching trikes on the internet and ultimately purchasing a Trimuter from a recumbent shop in Houston. I am very well satisfied. I have a new "lease on life"!
Rick
Astatula , FL
352-343-6804
(Hotmover)
(94 miles since 03-03-02)
Hotmover,made in New Zealand
Geoffrey Parsons
Harrisville , UT
801-737-4502
(Greenspeed)
(200 miles since 10/01)
I used to ride a Serotta road bike which I'm thinking of using as a Christmas tree ornament since in Dec 1998 my health went down the toilet. My left arm went paralyzed, had an MRI which showed a massive lesion on my right motor strip, had brain surgery for what was supposed to be a malignant looking primary brain tumor, found out that the surgery was for nought as it was just a huge MS lesion. WOOPSY DAISY! I have a permanent deficit in my left arm, Multiple Sclerosis and seizure disorder now and the US Army said I could no longer play with them, so here I am...retired at 35. Naturally I did what any reasonable man would do and bought a Greenspeed to try and relive the glory of my recently departed youth. Best therapy I've been to yet. Time will tell if I can redevelop my lesty zesty manly physique.
Craig Johnsen
Palm Desert, CA
760-328-8892
(Trice XL)
(3200 miles since 03/00)
I am currently riding a Trice XL, commuting about 20 miles daily and enjoying weekend rides in company with my wife on her Stratus. The Trice has been the finest quality machine I have ridden and I find it quite comfortable on long rides. I ride at full recline and, taking a page from Fred Lenk's work, fashioned a padded neck rest for the occasional slow uphill spins.... I had experimented with a Zzipper bubble front fairing and a molded foam rear tailbox for speed enhancement (there was some) however, I usually ride simply with small panniers on the rear rack. Now in our 50's, Vicky and I are beginning to seriously research tandem trikes in order to better enjoy long tours together.
Matt M
St. Louis MO.
(Greenspeed GT20/20)
(5 miles since 8/06/01)
My Greenspeed trike is a GT20/20; it is almost like a GTR but it only has 21 speeds. I just got my trike a little over one month ago so I have not put many miles on it yet because of college starting. I will update people when I have more info and more experiences with my trike.
Andy
Longmont, CO
(Greenspeed)
(121 miles since may,01)
Wanted to attest to my new refound independence!I was diagnosed with a benign obligedrum brain tumor in 1998. This gives me seizures on the right side of my body for about a minute. So as you can see falling off my bike every day was not to appealing. So after stumbling across info on recumbents I discovered recumbent trikes. This was the trick, I now own a blue Greenspeed I purchased from the Hostelshoppe in Collage Point ,Wisconsin. I have now the freedom to motor around town since 3 yrs ago when I had to give up driving.This boost in moral helps and now instead of a seizure every day when first diagnosed . I have not had one in 5 months (knock on silicon).THANK YOU GREENSPEED! My life feels worth something again. Thanks to Danny Thomas on this page for letting me ride his trike to find out how great Greenspeed trikes are! Thanks Danny!
Adrian Disney
Wales
(Greenspeed Hand Cranked)
(Lots of miles since 1998)
I am paraplegic since breaking my back nearly four years ago. The hand-cranked trike is a great way to travel- on and off road; and for someone who normally relies on a wheelchair to move it is a real bonus. The mountain drive gets you up anything, slowly but you get there.
Danny Thomas
Louisville, CO
(Greenspeed)
(1,800 miles since July 99)
I used ride a lot of week-long road tours in the Colorado mountains. In July 1997 I was diagnosed with a brain tumor. The tumor was sucessfully removed, but the scar tissue left by the surgery has left me with intractable (uncontrolled) seizures that affect my left arm and leg. During 1998, I was able to get back on a bike and commute to work/from work every day on my Bike Friday. But in early 1999, I started having more seizures while riding and falling over in traffic was not really a good idea. I had run across the concept of recumbent trikes while researching the Sachs 3X7 that is used on the Bike Friday, so I did as much research as I could and ended up getting a Greenspeed from a shop in L.A. I also rode a WindCheetah (which was light, fast, fragile and not very available) and an S&B frog design trike (which had a dangerously high center of gravity). I ended up with the Greenspeed because is was fun, available, and used pretty much standard components. The shop that I bought the trike from did not do a very good job of gearing it for where I live, so I had to spend some more time and money getting a decent high gear for decents and low gear for climbs. I have really enjoyed being able to get back out on the road again and ride just about every day that I can (weather permitting, of course). I can take riding in the cold (down to about 30 degrees) and in the rain, but riding in snow and snow melt (which is common throughout the winter around here) are not much fun. I will probably be installing a front fairing this spring and have spent a good deal of time looking into what would be the best of the three brands that I have found. Any input that anyone has on front fairings of trikes would be welcome. I sure can't get around as fast on my trike as I could my road bikes -- part of that is the weight of the trike and part of that is the "engine". The engine is getting stronger -- I never realized that the muscles used to "p! ower" the trike are so much different than those that are used on a road bike. I mostly ride to Drs' appointments and doing errands now, but will hopefully be back to metric century type rides by this summer. I am kind of an isolated triker out here and have only seen one other trike since I bought my Greenspeed (although AngleTech is only about a hundred miles from where I live). I have been pleased with the responsiveness of Ian from Greenspeed - he will always respond to an e-mail within a day.
Larry Page
Appleton, WI
920-739-2332
(Raven and Greenspeed)
(100 miles since July 00)
I owned the Tricumbent Raven SN 001 (first production one ever sold) which I rode for about two years. I see that "Just Two Bikes" has acquired the patent and is starting production on the Raven again. I ultimately sold my Raven and have just obtained a Greenspeed GTR which I have had for only three weeks. So far I am delighted with my Greenspeed and in fact have just ordered another one for my wife. FYI I am 63 years old and quite heavy (260 lbs)
Tihamér
Ravels (Belgium)
(Greenspeed)
(6,000 miles since 1997)
I own an GTR 20/20 which my friend and me build up from a tube set (could not afford to buy a complete trike). The low milage is due to the fact that in 1998 and in 1999 a crack appeared in the frame so we'd have to fix the frame again (and put the trike out for a couple of months. I used to ride on Vredestein's Monte Carlo 20" tires (very puncture proof, but NOT comfortable), but switched to the Comp Pool tires on Ian's suggestion, which turned out to be a VERY large improvent (both in trike control as in comfort!). Still have to find out though how long the Comp Pools will last 'til they'll be worn out (I used to have around 4000 km on the Vredesteins' front tires before I had to replace them).
Jeff Libby
Colorado Springs, CO
(Greenspeed)
( miles coming soon)
I have not yet taken delivery of my recently ordered Greenspeed GTC coupled trike. Having ridden tandem, single & mtn bike here in the Colorado Rockies - I am looking forward to the experience on the trike. I will be adding components to the trike frameset from here & would like to ask for comments on wheels & rear hubs/derailleurs for the Greenspeed. What works best, what may be best in rims/spokes and 20"-406 tires for an upcoming 1600 mile self contained summer trip from Calif to Colo...will be using a Schlumpf mtn drive with a 2.5-1 gearing ratio...any comments on a front chainring (teeth,etc)? I look forward to joining the trike riding community!
Bill Raley
West Lafayette, IN
765-583-4606
(Greenspeed)
(100 miles Since: 4/2001)

I have owned three recumbents in the past, many EXPENSIVE uprights also.This trike is so much more fun and comfortable to ride! I like the disc brakes. I also have the Shimano component upgrade. I have added a few things for safety and this is just a blast to ride. I believe that once someone rides on it, they won't enjoy an upright much ever again.
John J. Fisher
Casa Grande , AZ
520-836-7494
(Greenspeed model: GTO)
(100 miles Since: 4/2001 )
I have been a wedgie rider for approximately 20 years. Over the past 5 years I have been riding a Tour Easy, a Double Vision, and a Screamer. The Greenspeed is the first trike I have owned. I tried a delta as well as other tadpoles but liked the Greenspeed the most. At this point I am VERY happy with the Greenspeed....as a matter of fact it is the only "single" that I have ridden since I bought it.....
Jason Forbes
Sydney, Australia
Visit Jason's Website
(Greenspeed)
(1,800 miles since 1995)
Jason is an extrodanary man who remains active riding his Greenspeed trike despite living with Cerebral palsy.
Keith Serxner
Los Angeles/La Canada, CA
(Greenspeed)
(1,400 miles since Janurary 01)
My wife and I were looking for a tandem that would feel safe and not require a lot of falling down while getting used to it. We have been riding solo uprights together for 7 years. We ordered a tandem directly from Greenspeed and quickly developed a warm personal relationship with the company. They got our trike to us just in time for Xmas. We love the trike. Putting it together was a learning experience, but not a terrible one. We ride it 1-3 X a week locally. We are planning to take it on a weeklong tour of the Napa Valley with VBT in September. We ordered the trike stock, and the gears can handle anything that our local mountains can throw at us. We are in our mid forties and are not at all elite athletes. This trike should last our lifetimes and take us on many adventures. We are planning on trying the AIDS ride, and eventually going across the U.S.. I would encourage people to order directly from Greenspeed if they are at all inclined to do so.
Jez Hammond
Welsh Marches
(Trice)
(2,0000 miles since June 00)
Am I the first Trice XL here? I just got back from a quick 10 miler after work. Top speed just over 40mph. Nice corners, no where for the cars to pass. They will just have to wait. Spin out too soon. I guess I need a 56 front ring. Grin.
Randy Thompson
Ottawa, KS
785-242-7472
(dragonflyer, Terra Trike)
(15 miles since 04-01)
Just received the Dragonflyer today. It was a long 6 month wait but if the first 15 miles are any indication it was well worth it. It came set up and ready to ride. I need to work out a way to mount the computer pickup on the rear wheel. Disk brakes on the front make this necessary. Any ideas would be welcome. My wife has had her Terra Trike for about 2 months. She likes it alot. A very nice ride for the money. Whizwheelz is a good company to work with.
Phil McWilliams
Lawton, OK
(580) 248-4535
(wheelz)
(300 miles since June 2001)
TeraTrike 3.0 with steering upgraded to 3.2. I was very uncomfortable (scared) with handling downhill at high speed. The 3.2 steering is much better for me.I have only rode 20 miles since upgrade but handling has greatly improved.
 
David Lawson
Santa Barbara, CA
(805) 893-8808
(WizWheelz TerraTrike)
(6,000 miles since mid June 97)
Recumbent triking is cycling at its best! http://www.wizwheelz.com makes safe, fun, and highly efficient trikes. Safe: because their tadpole design (two front wheels and one rear) makes for the most stable trike platform. Fun:because the trike is a veritable pedal-powered go-cart. Highly efficient: because its low weight and ergonomic design allows for ease of use whether pedalling around the neighborhood or doing long rides--I've done half a dozen 40-70 mile bike club rides, myself. It's my daily commute to work vehicle and fits conveniently in my office at work. Finally, don't fall into the misconception that low profile recumbent trikes are unsafe in traffic: I use a flag and lights (at night) and believe me--motorists NOTICE these unique creations. Of course, I wear a helmet and ride defensively. I get praises and cheers from motorists virtually every time I'm out on my trike. For much more on my triking experiences, go to http://www.impulse.net/~dms/trike.html Cheers, and happy triking!
David Nolton
Charlotte, NC
704-525-4644
Low Rider (Trailblazer)
(2,000 miles since 99)
This was obviously intended for flat terrain and has a heritage of old folks trikes. Only three speeds, which was an extra cost option. I bought it in despiration to provide me with cycling exercise with no chance of taking a spill. It has proven to be more than adequate exercise. It is a delta trike, very low, delightful to ride despite being rather slow. I would love to see a 15-120 gear-inch 21 speed version. I could have spent $80,000 on a Posche and not have attracted the attention this trike commands. It has proven more fragile than I had hoped. All the bearings (except the four axle bearings) have been replaced, the three speed hub, and the front (14") tire, the rears (20") will be due shortly. I will likely replace it with another delta trike in the next 10 months or so, therefore I will be watching for information on products.  

 

Support this site by going to the submit form and offer or update your knowledge or experience to fellow/ possible riders or the manufacturer.

Submit your information.
Didn't find what your looking for?
Check our message board.