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Observation and Perspective
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| Ride Stats |
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Distance:
17.20 miles
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Time: 01:17:00
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Max Speed:
0.00 mph
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Avg Speed:
13.40 mph
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Temp:
Min: 55
Max: 65
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Category: general: commute -
solo
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Route:
Hybrid Work Commute
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Weight:
243
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Altitude Gain:
0 ft
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Avg Power: 0 W
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Calories Burned: 0
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Avg HR: 0 bpm
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Terrain: Road: Flat
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Bike: Cruzbike 43lb-Sofrider a FWD, MBB, SWB Bent
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Club: Commuter Cycling Century |
| Weather Conditions: Sunny-Breezy, falling temps; NE winds gusting over 10mph; |
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As the owner of 2 Cruzbikes -the somewhat unique and rare FWD recumbent bikes, I consider myself an aficionado on FWD recumbents -Cruzbike's specifically..
Sofrider -vs- Quest
Some comparative thought after nearly 9,000 miles on the 2 FWD designs -(Cruzbike's forte of uniqueness). I'm beginning to solidify some impressions on the difference between these two models.
I've modified the basic components of the Sofrider with a 700c x 1.25" front wheel and tire, plus a triple crank setup, Power Grip pedals, and full fenders too. The Quest is stock -except for the front stem, pedals and 1.25" wide tires.
Even as the Sofrider outweighs the Quest by 8 pounds or so, I'm faster on the Sofrider -vs- the Quest.
Sofrider adapts very well to my body geometry.
Gearing on the lighter Quest has a reasonable high end, but is not geared quite as low compared to Sofrider.
The Sofrider climbs a bit easier due to gearing and perhaps its 700c -vs- 26.0" front wheel.
Again the frame geometry differs.
The handlebar on the Quest is closer to my chest -due mainly to the difference in the shorter stem height. That equates to less pulling power on climbs and a less comfortable arm position.
Higher seating on the Sofrider does not translate over to a higher center of gravity mostly because of the heavier frame.
It's been great commuting on bike this Spring. Cruzbikes are a quick, aerodynamic way to get somewhere. Cruzbikes have all the allure of recumbent biking with an added increase in climbing ability and maneuverability.
I expect to do some tweaking yet on the Quest, which could change/improve my performance on that bike. Wish I could afford a Vendetta too.
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