I just learned from BROL that a trike owner lives in my area–Ft. Bragg, NC. He, Is Maisin [BROL Name] owns a Catrike Speed. We have exchanged emails and plan to ride together at some point. Again Sir, welcome to the world of recumbent cycling and trikes. I look forward to riding with you.
Monthly Archives: May 2008
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Earlier I said: I removed the idler chain keeper [the chain stays in place--had some shifting of the keeper, resulting in noise during the FOA Bike Ride]
Well, even though the chain does not drop down. It does not stay on the idler, frequently moving to the inside. So, back on it goes.
There is nothing like trial and adjust.
Fairing Installation Adjustments Reply
Here is what I have done:
- I lowered the fairing, and then had to raise it, to allow my large ridding sandals to clear the horizontal mounting bar. I still look through the faring. When I ride fast, I no longer have the wind in my face feeling. That may be OK if bugs also stay out of my mouth.
- I also used the upper mounting holes for the lower attachment point. This allows the fairing to sit with 1/2″ of my NiteRider Flight Light. Eventually, I plan to replace it with a DiNotte 600L Lamp and then use the Flight as a helmet light.
- I shorten [by about 3/8"] the 2 screws that go in the horizontal bar. This took care of my uneven problem I described earlier.
I have a busy computer day today, I’d love to get a long trike ride in however. Since Friday of last week, I’ve been riding about 10 miles per day on my DF as I have used it for transportation while my van is down. It has been good interval training.
