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Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
12-15-23, 11:20 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 428
Posted By newbert

POV Youtube Videos?

Can anyone recommend any POV (Point-of-View) bike or trike riding Youtube videos from scenic locations good for "riding along" on my stationary trike adapter during these clod winter months? Any...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
12-15-23, 11:16 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,346
Posted By newbert

Well, I guess (judging from the lack of...

Well, I guess (judging from the lack of responses, that the answer is that there are none.

FWIW - found a work around - Instead of a dedicated app, I watch Youtube videos of POV (Point-of-View)...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
12-11-23, 12:10 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,346
Posted By newbert

Biking Apps For Meta Quest 2 or 3 VR Headset?

I'm not sure whether this is the correct forum to ask this, but here goes anyway.

I live in an area of the US where days comfortable enough to ride outside from December thru March are pretty...
Forum: Recumbent
09-16-23, 03:40 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,387
Posted By newbert

I'm guessing here, but among the reasons may be: ...

I'm guessing here, but among the reasons may be:

1. It allows the frame to be shorter, which lowers cost of materials
2, It makes the trike more "nimble" (ie - smaller steering radius).
3. ...
Forum: Recumbent
09-15-23, 08:30 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 560
Posted By newbert

FWIW - I know that my HPV Scorpion needs at least...

FWIW - I know that my HPV Scorpion needs at least 38 inches - possibly more when you consider how you mount your mirrors.

I have the same issue with my local bike trail - some of the existing...
Forum: Recumbent Bike and Trike Marketplace
09-01-23, 03:00 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 352
Posted By newbert

Sold!

Sold!
Forum: Recumbent
08-17-23, 03:48 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 431
Posted By newbert

Is It Possible to Mount a Headlight onto Shimano Steps eMotor?

I have a Shimano Steps mid-drive motor on my tadpole trike - meaning the motor is located in front with the pedals. I'd like to get a good headlight for the trike and the best place to mount it...
Forum: Recumbent
08-17-23, 03:42 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 8,269
Posted By newbert

I think that it all comes down to intended use....

I think that it all comes down to intended use. If you just want "ease of use" (ie - minimal effort) get an ebike with a throttle. If you are looking for exercise out of your ebike, with a bit of...
Forum: Recumbent Bike and Trike Marketplace
07-11-23, 02:48 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 352
Posted By newbert

2022 Catrike Villager with eBosch Pedal Assist

I have a one year old Catrike Villager Recumbent Trike with motorized pedal assist for sale. It has about 800 miles on it and was used only for the past year. Excellent, near mint, condition. ...
Forum: Recumbent
07-11-23, 02:22 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 781
Posted By newbert

Thanks for the responses, guys!

Thanks for the responses, guys!
Forum: Recumbent
07-10-23, 07:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 781
Posted By newbert

How to Get "Permission" to Post Something For Sale?

I have a recumbent trike that I would like to post FOR SALE in the "Recumbent Bike and Trike Marketplace" sub-forum. However, when I click on "New Thread" I'm getting a message that I "don't have...
Forum: Electric Bikes
06-07-23, 07:46 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,560
Posted By newbert

FWIW - I jumped the gun when initiating this...

FWIW - I jumped the gun when initiating this thread.

Bluetooth works fine on the controller, and I was able to re-adjust power settings to my liking.

Sorry for the false alarm and I appreciate...
Forum: Recumbent
05-21-23, 07:06 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,216
Posted By newbert

Yup, it's a bit pricey, but what isn't these...

Yup, it's a bit pricey, but what isn't these days? Especially with regard to recumbent trikes.....
Forum: Recumbent
05-18-23, 05:09 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,216
Posted By newbert

OP here, again. FWIW, I got something installed...

OP here, again. FWIW, I got something installed today that. I think, will be a big help for me in shifting the Rohloff with less effort:

shift star (rad-innovations.com)...
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-13-23, 12:24 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 232
Posted By newbert

Thanks for clarifying that for me.

Thanks for clarifying that for me.
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-12-23, 09:36 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 232
Posted By newbert

Shimano Steps and the E-Tube App - Torque

I finally got my Shimano Steps EP8 to communicate with the E-Tube app so that I can dial-in various settings to my liking. Unfortunately, I don't have a manual for the system so I need the answer...
Forum: Recumbent
05-11-23, 04:50 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,216
Posted By newbert

O.P. here ----Yes, the OEM shifter is indeed a...

O.P. here ----Yes, the OEM shifter is indeed a grip shifter, that requires significant force to change gears. Operating it on a horizontal plane might indeed do the trick for me and is a solution...
Forum: Recumbent
05-11-23, 04:41 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,216
Posted By newbert

Hmmmm.......very interesting, Thanks. I wonder...

Hmmmm.......very interesting, Thanks. I wonder whether it's still available or how well it works when installed on a vertical bar (such as on a trike).
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-08-23, 08:01 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,560
Posted By newbert

Thanks, Mike. While what you say about the...

Thanks, Mike. While what you say about the dealer is true, my dealer is 5 hours away - so not much of an option.

Fortunately, I've found a video that explains the process using my display, so...
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-08-23, 04:06 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,560
Posted By newbert

Yes, I'm afraid I'm finding that out. Here's the...

Yes, I'm afraid I'm finding that out. Here's the Shimano Cycle Computer that came with my EP8. (Stop the video at 5:02 to see it.) It seems that perhaps here's the one that the EP8 should have come...
Forum: Recumbent
05-08-23, 08:00 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,216
Posted By newbert

Question For Tadpole Riders with Rohloff

My new trike is outfitted with a Rohloff hub. While I'm generally quite happy with it, the gear-shifting controller is awkwardly mounted IMO. Right now it's on the handle of the right-hand...
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-08-23, 07:49 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,560
Posted By newbert

I tried connecting via Bluetooth a few weeks ago...

I tried connecting via Bluetooth a few weeks ago and could not get a connection. Perhaps I'll try again when I have a little more patience.

That said, I'm getting more used to the EP8 - 85 nm is...
Forum: Recumbent
04-26-23, 09:17 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 694
Posted By newbert

Shimano E8000 Battery Bracket Lock Sticks

The lock on the bracket that holds the Shimano E8000 battery in place on my brand new trike has been a royal PITA for me so far. Lining up the key is difficult because the bracket is so low and...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-24-23, 03:39 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 500
Posted By newbert

Got it sorted out guys. I needed a new router. ...

Got it sorted out guys. I needed a new router. All is back to normal again.

Thanks!
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-23-23, 07:19 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 500
Posted By newbert

Don't know how to change the channel,. :foo: ...

Don't know how to change the channel,. :foo:

I tried unplugging the power to the router, then plugging it in again. It made no difference.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-23-23, 07:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 500
Posted By newbert

Thanks - but with Wifi currently too weak for my...

Thanks - but with Wifi currently too weak for my phone to use, reaching the app store is a problem for me right now.....
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-23-23, 03:42 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,481
Posted By newbert

FWIW, I have a Varia mounted behind the seat of...

FWIW, I have a Varia mounted behind the seat of my tadpole trike - in horizontal configuration and NOT perfectly squarely facing rearward - and it works just fine. I only wish that its battery life...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-23-23, 03:38 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 500
Posted By newbert

Thanks for your feedbacjk, guys! After a little...

Thanks for your feedbacjk, guys! After a little digging it appears that my Wifi signal is weak. Although TV streaming still works, my ROKU settings say that the Wifi signal is "poor". And none of...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-23-23, 09:16 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 500
Posted By newbert

Problem with Garmin Connect?

For the past 3 days, the Garmin Connect app on my iPhone won't load any of my data and I eventually get a message that the Garmin Connect servers are down. Is anyone else experiencing this, and do...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-21-23, 12:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 476
Posted By newbert

I wish I knew what specific crank length I'm...

I wish I knew what specific crank length I'm thinking of. That's why I was wondering whether a crank shortener that covers any length between two points exists. Apparently it does, as someone a few...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-20-23, 11:20 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 476
Posted By newbert

Does This Sort of Thing Exist?

I know that there are crank shorteners available to set the crank at 170mm either/or 155mm, Just wondering whether there's a crank shortener that allows you to set the length anywhere between 170mm...
Forum: Recumbent
04-18-23, 11:03 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,449
Posted By newbert

Guys, This excellent discussion made me think of...

Guys, This excellent discussion made me think of another, even more obvious solution. I'm embarrassed to say that I didn't think of this earlier or at least mention this one additional factor.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-17-23, 07:40 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 573
Posted By newbert

How to "Improve" Your Cadence?

...By "improve", I don't necessarily mean an increase in speed. My problem is that, due to age and/or health reasons, my left leg doesn't seem to want to spin throughout the stroke at quite the same...
Forum: Recumbent
04-17-23, 07:23 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 796
Posted By newbert

I don't see how that screw helps to keep the boom...

I don't see how that screw helps to keep the boom straight, but it certainly does (correction: did) limit moving the boom in too far. (Why that needs to be prevented is beyond me too. (I do...
Forum: Recumbent
04-17-23, 07:13 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,449
Posted By newbert

Thanks for your thoughts, Leisesturm. I...

Thanks for your thoughts, Leisesturm.

I think that what you're saying makes sense - for a stock HP SF26. But mine has the Shimano motor at the pedals and a 14 gear Rohloff internal hub on the...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-16-23, 10:37 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,560
Posted By newbert

Disappointing Experience with New Shimano Steps EP8

Not sure if this is the correct place to post this. My new trike has a Shimano Steps EP8 e-Assist motor which feels pretty under-powered to me. This thread...
Forum: Recumbent
04-16-23, 10:29 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,449
Posted By newbert

DeadGrandpa - Thanks for those suggestions. ...

DeadGrandpa - Thanks for those suggestions.

As far as I can tell, the parking brake is fully disengaged. All wheels spin freely.

I've checked the chain path and everything looks fine there...
Forum: Recumbent
04-15-23, 01:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,449
Posted By newbert

HP Velo Scorpion Rqres More Effort than Catrike Villager?

Just got a brand new HP Velotechnic Scorpion FS 26 with the intent to replace my Catrike Villager. It's only been 2 days so far but I'm frankly shocked at how much more pedalling effort this HP...
Forum: Recumbent
04-15-23, 11:17 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 796
Posted By newbert

FYI - OK - Finally got it adjusted. It turns out...

FYI - OK - Finally got it adjusted. It turns out there is a small allen screw on the bottom of the boom in addition to the 2 bolts mentioned in the instructions. The allen screw is not obvious...
Forum: Recumbent
04-14-23, 10:47 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 796
Posted By newbert

Yeah, I've been trying that, but not with WD-40...

Yeah, I've been trying that, but not with WD-40 (yet). It twists with some effort but won't go in or out. The guy at the bike ship did it with no problem, but he's young and does it every day. I'm an...
Forum: Recumbent
04-14-23, 08:35 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 796
Posted By newbert

HP Velo Scorpion FS 26 Boom Length Question

I need to shorten the boom length just a small bit (1/2 inch?) on my newly purchased HP Velotechnic Scorpion FS26 and I can't get it to budge. Per the scale on the boom I'm currently at 245,, but I...
Forum: Recumbent
04-03-23, 09:33 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,054
Posted By newbert

Thanks for your thoughts, DeadGraandpa. I do...

Thanks for your thoughts, DeadGraandpa. I do plan to make an overnight drive to my nearest HP dealer in a week or two,and will be test-riding as many trikes as I can. I started this thread just to...
Forum: Recumbent
04-02-23, 05:09 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,054
Posted By newbert

HP Velotechnik Scorpion FS vs FX and Other Questions

I'm considering getting a new trike this year and am focused on HP Velotechnik. I'm confused about a few things and hope to get some answers about:

1. Scorpion FX vs FX - Other than price and...
Forum: Recumbent
04-02-23, 04:51 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,400
Posted By newbert

Tadpole Trike: Where Should You Feel Fatigue?

The weather is finally getting to the point around here where I've started riding by tadpole trike again. It's already clear that it'll take awhile for me to get back whatever stamina and...
Forum: Recumbent
03-29-23, 02:54 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,319
Posted By newbert

Wow! If you manage to fit your unfolded trike...

Wow! If you manage to fit your unfolded trike into a Prius, I would think that just about any trike with 3 20-inch wheels would fit into my Rav4 with no problem. Thanks!
Forum: Recumbent
03-29-23, 02:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,319
Posted By newbert

These...

These (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07YTQQPDT/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1) are the ramps that I hope to use.
Forum: Recumbent
03-29-23, 08:47 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,319
Posted By newbert

Thanks for responding, DeadGrandPa.. I was hoping...

Thanks for responding, DeadGrandPa.. I was hoping to just use 2 ramps to roll the trike, facing forward as I lift the rear, into the Rav4 with the pedals placed between the front seats. From what you...
Forum: Recumbent
03-23-23, 09:29 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,319
Posted By newbert

Does Anyone Transport Their Tadpole Trike IN a RAV4?

I drive a 2019 Toyota Rav4 and want to make sure any new tadpole trike I buy will fit INSIDE it without folding or removing the wheels. (Removing a seat with Quick release or folding down the seat...
Forum: Electric Bikes
03-22-23, 05:26 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 674
Posted By newbert

Thanks for the info! One other thing that seems...

Thanks for the info! One other thing that seems would be important to me is finding service here in the US. I would think that for Shimano and Bosch, there shouldn't be much of a problem, no? I'm...
Forum: Recumbent
03-22-23, 04:39 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 666
Posted By newbert

Seeking Feedback on Shimano STEPS EP8 XT Di2 630Wh?

I'm considering purchasing an HP Velotechnic Scorpion FS20 tadpole trike. I want electric pedal-assist and have read good things about the Shimano STEPS EP8 XT Di2 system. I'm looking for some real...
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