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Forum: Recumbent
06-05-05, 04:40 PM
Replies: 1,046
Views: 497,480
Posted By Bigfoot

What went wrong with my post? Uploaded but...

What went wrong with my post?

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Catrike Road 2004, #116
Cats just don't feel safe on a moving bicycle, no matter how much duct tape you use.
Forum: Recumbent
06-05-05, 04:39 PM
Replies: 1,046
Views: 497,480
Posted By Bigfoot

Catrike Road 2004, #116 Cats just don't feel...

Catrike Road 2004, #116
Cats just don't feel safe on a moving bicycle, no matter how much duct tape you use.
Forum: Recumbent
05-30-05, 01:46 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 826
Posted By Bigfoot

This Is Not Your Normal Household Cat!

This is not your normal household cat!

Pics at http://members4.clubphoto.com/larry912063/owner-d87a-1.phtml

I had the following installed on my recumbent Catrike Road 2004, #116:
1. 24" rims...
Forum: Introductions
03-26-05, 10:31 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 251
Posted By Bigfoot

Triking Grandpa here. I am 54 years old, got two...

Triking Grandpa here. I am 54 years old, got two grandkids in town.

Welcome to recumbents...

I own a three-wheel Catrike recumbent.

Bought it last year. Ride about 100 or so miles a week....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-12-05, 07:19 AM
Replies: 119
Views: 7,461
Posted By Bigfoot

I am 54 years old and moved away from the...

I am 54 years old and moved away from the two-wheel design to a three-wheel recumbent trike, the Catrike Road.

I furthermore customized it by installing/modifying it with Marathon Plus tires and...
Forum: Shameless Promotions.
03-12-05, 07:06 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,373
Posted By Bigfoot

I wait until another car arrives to trip the...

I wait until another car arrives to trip the circuit so the light will change or I move out on red when my patients run out.


Catrike Road #116
"Cats just don't feel safe on a moving bicycle, no...
Forum: Recumbent
03-12-05, 07:01 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,315
Posted By Bigfoot

http://www.bentechbikes.com/buildrs3.htm I...

http://www.bentechbikes.com/buildrs3.htm

I do not own a Bentech LWB. I own a recumbent Catrike Road with a long boom for extra tall guys.

The Bentech and Catrike are similar in that they...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-12-05, 06:53 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,287
Posted By Bigfoot

I may be confused on this topic. If so, I...

I may be confused on this topic. If so, I apologize for my reply up front.

I tell what gear I am in by the amount of effort I am putting forth in the pedal strokes.

If the stoke is too hard...
Forum: Commuting
03-01-05, 10:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,838
Posted By Bigfoot

I bought a carrying/folding case for $12.50 from...

I bought a carrying/folding case for $12.50 from Walmart.

Works great. Slip clothes in fold over rear of bike, bungie down.

Catrike Road #116.
"Cats just don't feel safe on a moving bicycle,...
Forum: BMX
03-01-05, 10:11 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,251
Posted By Bigfoot

"Cats just don't feel safe on a moving bicycle,...

"Cats just don't feel safe on a moving bicycle, no matter how much duct tape you use"--Author unknown


Catrike Road #116
Forum: Commuting
03-01-05, 10:05 PM
Replies: 31,391
Views: 1,282,556
Posted By Bigfoot

I over loaded my trike for what the rack could...

I over loaded my trike for what the rack could stand.

I bent the rack. Had a tire rub all the way to work.

I figured this out after stopping and adjusting fender and thinking I needed more air...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-01-05, 10:01 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,654
Posted By Bigfoot

Ride my Catrike Road from El Paso, TX to Canada...

Ride my Catrike Road from El Paso, TX to Canada and back.

Catrike Road #116
"Cats just don't feel safe on a moving bicycle, no matter how much duct tape you use"--Author unknown
Forum: Commuting
03-01-05, 09:57 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,015
Posted By Bigfoot

I am in at 14 miles one way. Catrike Road...

I am in at 14 miles one way.

Catrike Road #116
"Cats just don't feel safe on a moving bicycle, no matter how much duct tape you use"--Author unknown
Forum: Road Cycling
02-24-05, 11:23 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,521
Posted By Bigfoot

Water in one. And, coffee in other. ...

Water in one.

And, coffee in other.


Catrike Road #116.
"Cats just don't feel safe on a moving bicycle, no matter how much duct tape you use"--Author unknown
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-24-05, 11:09 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 580
Posted By Bigfoot

I rode today. Am from El Paso, TX. Went...

I rode today. Am from El Paso, TX.

Went outside at 0400 and it was drizzling. Went back to bed, got back up and left at 0500. Rode about an hour and half. Roads a bit wet, but ride was nice...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
02-24-05, 10:53 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,144
Posted By Bigfoot

I eat about 30 to 60 minutes before ride. ...

I eat about 30 to 60 minutes before ride.

Usually half slice peanut butter sandwich, banana, something sweet, and bunch of coffee.

I take a food bar, and drink.

All if I am riding for two...
Forum: Commuting
02-21-05, 09:50 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 7,771
Posted By Bigfoot

http://www.panniers.com/panniers/rt60/overview.asp...

http://www.panniers.com/panniers/rt60/overview.asp?color=&site=

I bought the RT 60. They have lots of room and can be easily carried as a back pack.

Catrike Road #116.
"Cats just don't feel...
Forum: Recumbent
02-20-05, 12:56 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,071
Posted By Bigfoot

1. Drivers tend to see you because they do not...

1. Drivers tend to see you because they do not know what it is.
2. Can drink and drive (e.g., coffee).
3. Cannot fall over.
4. Can stop and not have to put my feet down to balance.
5. Are...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-20-05, 12:53 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,799
Posted By Bigfoot

I use car jack stands. I own a three-wheeled...

I use car jack stands.

I own a three-wheeled Catrike Road.

Catrike Road #116
"Cats just don't feel safe on a moving bicycle, no matter how much duct tape you use"--Author unknown
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-11-05, 10:25 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 632
Posted By Bigfoot

I pulled off a part secured to my rear axle,...

I pulled off a part secured to my rear axle, right side, looking to see what I must unbolt to change a tire.

I put part back on axle and now I have gears.

Ok...what should this idiot now do to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-02-05, 09:53 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 3,938
Posted By Bigfoot

Only in my wallet! Catrike Road #116

Only in my wallet!

Catrike Road #116
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
02-02-05, 09:51 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 486
Posted By Bigfoot

I am a night rider... I bought reflector...

I am a night rider...

I bought reflector belts that you see runners, especially Soldiers, wearing, and a reflectorized vest. I also have one too many lights off my flag staff and an emergency...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
02-02-05, 09:47 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,452
Posted By Bigfoot

There have been many discussions on various...

There have been many discussions on various message boards regarding knee pain. Thought I would provide summary and what worked for me.

Being a member of the human race, a solution to all is...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-02-05, 09:44 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,100
Posted By Bigfoot

There have been many discussions on various...

There have been many discussions on various message boards regarding knee pain. Thought I would provide summary and what worked for me.

Being a member of the human race, a solution to all is...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-31-05, 09:35 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,397
Posted By Bigfoot

There have been many discussions on various...

There have been many discussions on various message boards regarding knee pain. Thought I would provide summary and what worked for me.

Being a member of the human race, a solution to all is...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-25-05, 09:44 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,162
Posted By Bigfoot

I am 54 years old. Bought a Catrike Road...

I am 54 years old.

Bought a Catrike Road recumbent May 04 after riding two-wheels for many a year. The recumbent is a complete turn around and eliminated many of the two-wheel hurts.

Find I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-17-05, 01:44 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,264
Posted By Bigfoot

There have been many discussions on various...

There have been many discussions on various message boards regarding knee pain. Thought I would provide what worked for me.

Being a member of the human race, a solution to all is difficult (e.g....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-11-05, 09:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 780
Posted By Bigfoot

Kness Pain...My 2 Cents

There have been many discussions on message boards regarding knee pain. Thought I would provide what worked for me.

Being a member of the human race, a solution to all is difficult (e.g. one size...
Forum: Recumbent
01-11-05, 05:41 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,228
Posted By Bigfoot

Kness Pain...My 2 Cents

There have been many discussions on message boards regarding knee pain. Thought I would provide what worked for me.

Being a member of the human race, a solution to all is difficult (e.g. one size...
Forum: Recumbent
01-04-05, 06:46 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,071
Posted By Bigfoot

1. I can't fall over. 2. Can drink and drive...

1. I can't fall over.
2. Can drink and drive (e.g., coffee, water).
3. No arm nor rear end pain.
4. Can ride longer with fewer breaks.
5. Can stop and change CD without putting feet down....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-02-05, 09:12 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,816
Posted By Bigfoot

I am 54 years old and ride a recumbent Catrike...

I am 54 years old and ride a recumbent Catrike Road.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-02-05, 05:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 424
Posted By Bigfoot

Night Riding

I need a light set up that will provide me as a minimum of three hours of excellent light illuminition. This is what I have done...

1. I bought a Pep Boys 25 watt driving light set (2...
Forum: Introductions
12-29-04, 05:17 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 230
Posted By Bigfoot

Catrike Road Owner

I am new to this forum and enjoy reading your posts on your riding experiences.

I am 54 years old. I ride a Catrike Road (i.e., two wheels up front, one rear). Is hard to fall over on three...
Forum: Recumbent
12-28-04, 02:51 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,457
Posted By Bigfoot

How long had you used the Catrike as delivered...

How long had you used the Catrike as delivered before the modifications? Five months...150 miles or so a week.

Any turning instability? No.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-26-04, 06:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 808
Posted By Bigfoot

PS...The hose clamp secures a mounting bracket to...

PS...The hose clamp secures a mounting bracket to the frame for my reflector flag.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-26-04, 12:14 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 808
Posted By Bigfoot

Catrike Road Owner

Pics can be see at following link:

http://members4.clubphoto.com/larry912063/2924832/owner-d87a.phtml

Hope the pics take.

I had the following installed on my Catrike Road for X-mas:

1. ...
Forum: Recumbent
12-24-04, 05:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,457
Posted By Bigfoot

Catrike Road Modifications: 24 Inch MTBs All Way Round and Others Update (two weeks)

I had the following installed on my Catrike Road:

1. Marathon Plus tires and thorn proof tubes
2. 24" MTB rims all way round
3. SRAM - 81 gear set up
4. Rotor cranks
5. Fenders and rear rack
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-16-04, 05:43 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 541
Posted By Bigfoot

Night Riding

Ideas welcomed!

Am looking for a home-made simple solution that gives me bright illumination at night (e.g., can see a shoe or brick in time to serve) for an extended period of time (4-12 hours of...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-16-04, 05:32 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,241
Posted By Bigfoot

Help with good ideas. I am looking for a...

Help with good ideas.

I am looking for a process that I can buy a light from Pep Boys (e.g. any auto supplier) and hook up a six volt motorcycle battery.

Intent is to get great illumination for...
Forum: Commuting
12-12-04, 09:49 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,611
Posted By Bigfoot

There are always two sides to a story. Caged...

There are always two sides to a story.

Caged person may have forgotten to lock doors. He noticed at the traffic lite. You just happen to be there. Could have been a person in a VW.

Wud say...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-07-04, 01:32 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 4,537
Posted By Bigfoot

I ride a Catrike Road and wear a helmet. ...

I ride a Catrike Road and wear a helmet.

Catrike Road #116
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-06-04, 09:36 PM
Replies: 125
Views: 14,960
Posted By Bigfoot

I am 54 years old. Own a recumbent trike made by...

I am 54 years old. Own a recumbent trike made by Catrike. Has two wheels up front, one in rear. Real hard to fall over.

Been riding all my life, most off and on. Am now riding 120 or so miles...
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