🎥 Laidback Bike Report Today: Magic Drive from Grin Tech
Learn more about the history of GRIN Tech motors from Canada and their latest development the Freegen and Magic Drive hub motors.
Learn more about the history of GRIN Tech motors from Canada and their latest development the Freegen and Magic Drive hub motors.
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Although a bit late, here is a summary of all the different recumbent news, stories, and other interesting topics I came across in January.
The Sun Trip 2021 has started 12 days ago and leading racers have already covered over 3000 km / 1870 miles. Many participants use recumbent bikes, or trikes and both leaders ride in a velomobile.
What would a patented Shimano gearbox look like on recumbents? Does it even make sense? Is it possible to adjust its position on the frame?
Shimano patented a thirteen-speed gearbox in early 2019. Is it somehow interested for recumbent enthusiasts or is it something what doesn’t really make sense for our great bikes?
But this year, in my opinion, there was a turning point. There were a lot of smart devices. Among others the smart helmets.
Eurobike is the world’s largest bike show and is held every year in Friedrichshafen, Germany. It has around 14 huge halls and its size is simply overwhelming.
Let’s have a look into the factories. How are the recumbent bikes produced? And where? Here are a couple of videos from different companies and their production.
A comparison of V-brakes and disc brakes, some advantages and disadvantages and my experience with both types.
This might be the first question for many of you planning to purchase a recumbent cycle. Let’s mention just the major advantages of both types now.