My first experience traveling the U.S.A. was way back in 1976, on a peugeot bicycle. It was BikeCentennial, going from the east coast to the west coast.
Thus started me no a touring trek that still exists today!
Now I want to share with you news and information on traveling by recumbent bicycle. The skys the limit! The main reason I ride a recumbent bike is because it is much more comfortable than an upright bike. My particular touring setup is also very aerodynamic because most of the gear is in the slipstream behind me. The bike climbs more slowly than most bikes because it’s slightly heavier, but it doesn’t slow down as much in a headwind. By the way, both of my recumbents are custom made (one of them being a long wheel base). Both fo the have underseat steering.
The ideal bike to use for touring and riding is the Easy Racer - Tour Easy, LWB. For me, headwinds are the most depressing aspect of bike touring. I like climbing mountains on a bike because climbing gives me a reward: an exhilarating descent and good views on the way up and down. But there is no reward after pedaling into a headwind
all day long. So I appreciate riding a bike that is faster in headwinds than most other loaded touring bikes (upright or recumbent). First time recumbent riders going right for the ease and fun of trikes and seasoned ‘benters are enjoying a new cycling experience. Most trikes are slower then their two wheeled counterparts, but the fun factor can out-weigh the limitations. For those with physical balance issues, there is no question. Trikes open up a world of fun, pain-free cycling.
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