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Forum: Adaptive Cycling: Handcycles, Amputee Adaptation, Visual Impairment, and Other Needs
07-01-22, 02:18 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,142
Posted By FortMaceo

Thank you for the suggestions. It's always good...

Thank you for the suggestions. It's always good to hear from someone with more experience, and in the world of handcycling, everyone has more experience than me. I'm working on everything you...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-26-22, 07:23 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 641
Posted By FortMaceo

Thank you for the thoughts. I agree that I'm...

Thank you for the thoughts. I agree that I'm pretty limited by the frame design. Some of the lower, sportier ones are built exactly like you're saying: longer frame, rear wheels further back (hence...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-25-22, 06:47 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 641
Posted By FortMaceo

Thank you for the information. I'll look into...

Thank you for the information. I'll look into that tire brand, and definitely appreciate the explanation about tire pressures and pinch flats. I've got a lot to learn and appreciate you helping me...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-24-22, 05:26 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 641
Posted By FortMaceo

Good thought, but that's another slight...

Good thought, but that's another slight difference in mine and the later Top End model. Mine doesn't have that connection mid-frame. If it did, I'd add an extender in there. Could still be done with...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-24-22, 05:23 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 641
Posted By FortMaceo

Good catch. I hadn't noticed that Top End's...

Good catch. I hadn't noticed that Top End's similar bike uses 24" tires. Mine (on this Action brand) are definitely 26". Did those Continental tires have pretty good grip?

I'll get some weight out...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-24-22, 05:19 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 641
Posted By FortMaceo

Dan, thank you for the artwork and suggestion....

Dan, thank you for the artwork and suggestion. The "sportier" handcycles come with footrests like you're suggesting - out by the front wheel instead of low, in front of the seat. Probably because the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-23-22, 06:30 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 641
Posted By FortMaceo

Thank you for the additional explanation. That...

Thank you for the additional explanation. That makes sense. I'll keep going down on front tire pressure and see how it goes.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-23-22, 06:28 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 641
Posted By FortMaceo

You're correct that I'm somewhat limited by my...

You're correct that I'm somewhat limited by my height and huge feet. I do think that I can adjust the footrests forward an inch or so. Will give that a try, as it will move some weight forward. And I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-22-22, 02:57 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 641
Posted By FortMaceo

Clyde, thank you for all of the suggestions. Will...

Clyde, thank you for all of the suggestions. Will try some weight out front and lower front tire pressure. Your idea for narrower front/wider rear tires is interesting. Do you think the traction lost...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-22-22, 02:19 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 641
Posted By FortMaceo

Thank you for the suggestions and the information...

Thank you for the suggestions and the information about tread compounds and sidewall flexibility. It is important for me to avoid flats if possible. Imagine changing out a tube on your bike with your...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-22-22, 02:14 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 641
Posted By FortMaceo

Bill, thank you for the idea. There's not really...

Bill, thank you for the idea. There's not really room for a basket or a rack. There is room for something like strap-on ankle weights. I might try that.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-22-22, 12:00 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 641
Posted By FortMaceo

Handcycle traction improvement

Greetings all. I initially posted this in the adaptive cycling/handcycle forum, but it looks like it might fit in here and reach different viewers here. A little background on me to help explain my...
Forum: Adaptive Cycling: Handcycles, Amputee Adaptation, Visual Impairment, and Other Needs
06-22-22, 10:39 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,142
Posted By FortMaceo

Handcycle traction improvement

Greetings all. A little background on me to help explain my question. I'm paralyzed from the waist down for 31 years now. Using a wheelchair for that long has started taking its toll on my body, so...
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