ZeroEm
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Trying to narrow down my next project.
Wanting wish list:
long recumbent bike (mid racer type). reclined like high/low racer type.
Should survive 350lbs/159kg plus.
Pedals/BB height should be level between my hips and heart, not below.
Big front wheel 26"-29".
I read about a member turning his old tandem into a recumbent. Thought this is a great idea! Designed to carry two people, long frame, big front wheel and room to put pedals where I want them.
Have been looking for a tandem to transform. This is the first one that has me excited.
KENT Northwoods
Have seen Kent bikes but thought they were on the cheap side so unsure about it. Planning to do a major over haul on any bike that is purchased.
Why I like this bike:
All steal frame, rated at 400lbs.
29" front tire, 20" rear tire (great for my 5T 1500w DD running 72V)
Frame slopes down in the back where seat would go, leaving the front high for the BB to be mounted.
lots of room to mount batteries and balance the weight.
So why is this a bad idea?
Wanting wish list:
long recumbent bike (mid racer type). reclined like high/low racer type.
Should survive 350lbs/159kg plus.
Pedals/BB height should be level between my hips and heart, not below.
Big front wheel 26"-29".
I read about a member turning his old tandem into a recumbent. Thought this is a great idea! Designed to carry two people, long frame, big front wheel and room to put pedals where I want them.
Have been looking for a tandem to transform. This is the first one that has me excited.
KENT Northwoods
https://www.amazon.com/KENT-Dual-Drive-Tandem-Comfort/dp/B0126UH9L4
Have seen Kent bikes but thought they were on the cheap side so unsure about it. Planning to do a major over haul on any bike that is purchased.
Why I like this bike:
All steal frame, rated at 400lbs.
29" front tire, 20" rear tire (great for my 5T 1500w DD running 72V)
Frame slopes down in the back where seat would go, leaving the front high for the BB to be mounted.
lots of room to mount batteries and balance the weight.
So why is this a bad idea?