tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2838498765761167784.post8938506893294333282..comments2024-01-29T11:48:55.990-07:00Comments on Dave's ActiveMSers Blog: Freedom on a TrikeDave Bexfieldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09372910409976557944noreply@blogger.comBlogger22125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2838498765761167784.post-8845068099013587142021-10-14T10:45:58.165-06:002021-10-14T10:45:58.165-06:00Bev! Greenspeed makes a fine machine. thanks for t...Bev! Greenspeed makes a fine machine. thanks for the reader tip.Dave Bexfieldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09372910409976557944noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2838498765761167784.post-68047729184595232482021-07-29T08:16:38.778-06:002021-07-29T08:16:38.778-06:00Re. Trikes - I bought a Greenspeed recumbent cleat...Re. Trikes - I bought a Greenspeed recumbent cleat style trike almost a year ago.it is a bit pricier than some, but the advantage of multiple settings for the seat height and angle was worth the extra $. It also has pop-off front wheels and the frame folds, so it can be transported in trunk of even a small SUV , Subaru Outback, etc. Five minute setup/breakdown. Very convenient.<br /><br />Bev Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12045046606531853369noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2838498765761167784.post-64295100943556213272016-07-01T08:36:31.210-06:002016-07-01T08:36:31.210-06:00This Anon comment was deleted for some reason by B...This Anon comment was deleted for some reason by Blogger, so reposting.<br />----------------<br />Enjoyed this article about adult trikes. I just purchased a Jorvik Adult Trike from England. It is a 6 speed Trike. It really moves easily even on small inclines. Have owned it for less than one week. It certainly took some practice to adapt from a 2 wheel bike to an adult trike. But, after a few trips up and down my driveway. Riding into my flowers and rose bushes I got the hanG of it. I have used daily and put about 6 miles a day on the trike. I take it out in the morning, early afternoon and late afternoon. 2 mile rides each time. Don't hesitate to ride a trike especially with MS and balance concerns. You will not regret it at all.Dave Bexfieldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09372910409976557944noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2838498765761167784.post-53323778545123725922016-06-30T17:29:00.056-06:002016-06-30T17:29:00.056-06:00Enjoyed this article about adult trikes. I just p...Enjoyed this article about adult trikes. I just purchased a Jorvik Adult Trike from England. It is a 6 speed Trike. It really moves easily even on small inclines. Have owned it for less than one week. It certainly took some practice to adapt from a 2 wheel bike to an adult trike. But, after a few trips up and down my driveway. Riding into my flowers and rose bushes I got the hanG of it. I have used daily and put about 6 miles a day on the trike. I take it out in the morning, early afternoon and late afternoon. 2 mile rides each time. Don't hesitate to ride a trike especially with MS and balance concerns. You will not regret it at all.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2838498765761167784.post-59243654094826866542014-08-02T22:46:29.370-06:002014-08-02T22:46:29.370-06:00dkpjournal, the e2 that I mention is being planned...dkpjournal, the e2 that I mention is being planned for electric assist. There is also one by Horizon Trikes and another by Outrider USA. But they are pricey (and heavy, so no lifting): http://activemsers.wssnoc.net/showthread.php?t=1609Dave Bexfieldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09372910409976557944noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2838498765761167784.post-73178712565547654162014-08-02T21:30:04.402-06:002014-08-02T21:30:04.402-06:00There are many hills where I live.I have walking d...There are many hills where I live.I have walking difficulties and balance problems. A trike would be good but not sure that I could handle all the hills. I might need an assist. Have you tried any of the electric trikes out there? You can pedal like a regular bike, but there is power assist if you need it. Thanksdkpjournalhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17985938107868206451noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2838498765761167784.post-63203330660385525552014-06-11T16:25:09.072-06:002014-06-11T16:25:09.072-06:00Marina, fantastic! I only hope more MSers discover...Marina, fantastic! I only hope more MSers discover opportunities to rekindle their active passions. There are so many ways to adapt.Dave Bexfieldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09372910409976557944noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2838498765761167784.post-35596232209519625282014-06-11T15:52:38.877-06:002014-06-11T15:52:38.877-06:00I love my new trike! I think its a great option fo...I love my new trike! I think its a great option for MSers who have issues with a 2 wheel bike. It took all the anxiety out of cycling and gave me back and activity I loved. You don't get a lot back with MS, you mostly lose things, so that part was great :)Marinanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2838498765761167784.post-46178962814305491752014-06-09T08:25:56.335-06:002014-06-09T08:25:56.335-06:00MOS, I had a Ross Barracuda with a center gear shi...MOS, I had a Ross Barracuda with a center gear shift (just like a car!). I also had a purple chopper with flames on the seat. I discovered, sadly, that choppers--with that tiny front wheel--are easy to crash. I rode it with knee pads, severely damaging the coolness factor, which is probably the whole reason I bought that thing. $32.50. Saved for a year.Dave Bexfieldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09372910409976557944noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2838498765761167784.post-21102273232908266152014-06-09T07:37:20.921-06:002014-06-09T07:37:20.921-06:00These bikes look like something from a Mad Max mov...These bikes look like something from a Mad Max movie.<br />Far different from my old banana-<br />seat Schwinn!<br />Surprised you didn't put playing cards in the spokes.<br />Looks fun as I haven't ridden a bike in years.<br />Thanks for sharing.<br />My Odd Sockhttp://myoddsock.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2838498765761167784.post-40896665171103330002014-05-29T08:18:16.941-06:002014-05-29T08:18:16.941-06:00Lyla, I agree, egress is key. There are bars that ...Lyla, I agree, egress is key. There are bars that can be added to most bikes that can make getting off of the seat easier, mounted next to each wheel, but I don't know if they can be installed on this particular bike (and maintain folding).Dave Bexfieldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09372910409976557944noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2838498765761167784.post-90818121708236381822014-05-29T08:10:56.359-06:002014-05-29T08:10:56.359-06:00Portability is first on my must-have list too. Th...Portability is first on my must-have list too. Then I think the next criteria is ease of egress. I can usually point and plop myself down pretty accurately, but getting up is a whole different story. :-)Lylahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02211640615458255461noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2838498765761167784.post-6909499232741449792014-05-29T07:31:19.852-06:002014-05-29T07:31:19.852-06:00Anon, I do like the TriClassic (super easy entry/e...Anon, I do like the TriClassic (super easy entry/egress), but at 56 lbs, that delta is challenging to transport. The bike trail near my home is fantastic, but you need to drive to the trailhead, so portability is essential for me.Dave Bexfieldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09372910409976557944noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2838498765761167784.post-25112837968929364892014-05-29T07:27:15.996-06:002014-05-29T07:27:15.996-06:00Angela, alas the e2 is already sold out through Au...Angela, alas the e2 is already sold out through August, but there are three prototypes in the world (not for sale) available for testing and I am fortunate to have the opportunity to try one. If you lived in New Mexico, I'd let you test it with me!Dave Bexfieldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09372910409976557944noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2838498765761167784.post-64071395587550859282014-05-29T07:23:55.088-06:002014-05-29T07:23:55.088-06:00Thanks Veronica! Biker Dude Dave, I like the sound...Thanks Veronica! Biker Dude Dave, I like the sound of that. :)Dave Bexfieldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09372910409976557944noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2838498765761167784.post-37969852703061437582014-05-28T20:50:05.392-06:002014-05-28T20:50:05.392-06:00I have balance and problems with one leg I've ...I have balance and problems with one leg I've had good success with my recumbent Sun TriClassic.<br /><br />Good luck, David Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2838498765761167784.post-38847646574023791062014-05-28T19:16:25.392-06:002014-05-28T19:16:25.392-06:00I've been trying hard to figure out a way to g...I've been trying hard to figure out a way to get a really great tricycle because I want to do a triathlon, but know that keeping my balance on my own two feet is problematic, and a trike is the only thing that will work.<br /><br />Do they need more beta testers? LOL! Angelanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2838498765761167784.post-21805268524472590722014-05-28T15:15:27.466-06:002014-05-28T15:15:27.466-06:00Loved this! Yup, it's a great feeling to be m...Loved this! Yup, it's a great feeling to be moving at a clip greater than a snail, isn't it??? Reminds me of a note from one of my BikeMS donors my first year back on the bike which said "Congratulations on your Ride of Freedom"... Yipee for you, Biker Dude Dave!Veronicanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2838498765761167784.post-67717937305509662682014-05-28T13:11:48.574-06:002014-05-28T13:11:48.574-06:00Christine, my bike friends would be jealous of you...Christine, my bike friends would be jealous of your stable. After a regular bike, I'd suggest looking into a mountain bike and then maybe a snow bike. Those look fun!Dave Bexfieldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09372910409976557944noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2838498765761167784.post-31046054517131369782014-05-28T12:25:18.554-06:002014-05-28T12:25:18.554-06:00This was an awesome post at just the right time. ...This was an awesome post at just the right time. I have a Recumbent, trike, Stationary Bike and was looking at getting a bike to ride on the street, like a normal bike. There are so many different styles to choose from.<br /><br />Christine HaamscherChristinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13403594974788461194noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2838498765761167784.post-20965696371486779332014-05-27T15:26:01.934-06:002014-05-27T15:26:01.934-06:00A little motivation from a friend, who happens to ...A little motivation from a friend, who happens to bike a great deal and has MS and goes by the acronym AMF, didn't hurt.Dave Bexfieldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09372910409976557944noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2838498765761167784.post-89480162074181983892014-05-27T14:52:47.938-06:002014-05-27T14:52:47.938-06:00Fantastic Dave!!!!!!!!
AMFFantastic Dave!!!!!!!!<br /><br />AMFAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com