Michael S's Homebuilt Recumbent - 1/2002
January, 2002 - Michael S. built this bike in less than a month from plans from Easy Racers a few years ago. He says, "The bike is great. The only problem is the longest amount of time I can ride is about 10-15 min. because everyone is stopping you and asking where they can get one."
Michael wrote, "A few years ago I purchased the plans for a recumbent
bike from Easy Racers. I built the bike in less than a month. Total cost
was about $250.00 because I did the labor myself. All that is needed is
a few old 27 inch English racer bike frames, (purchased at a yearly bike
auction at the local police station, 3 frames for $17.00). I had to buy
a 20 inch front wheel and all new gears, derailers, chain, handlebars
computer, long cables, etc.
"The bike is great. The only problem is the longest amount of time I can
ride is about 10-15 min. because everyone is stopping you and asking
where they can get one. Seriously, The ride is like being in a recliner
with pedals you can ride all day without getting stiff especially in
your neck and butt.
"Yes they are fast, very fast, this is why you never see recumbents in
bike races. They will blow away regular style bikes. I've done it."