How Many Recumbent Cyclists Do We Currently Have?

[TrailTracker]

"Uncharted territory ahead! Recumbent cyclists, a rare breed indeed! ICE Adventure 26, a machine worthy of respect, but can you tame its power?"

 

[TexasTriathlete]

"Recumbent cyclists? You're not exactly racing the Tour de France on that thing. Rohloff hub and a folder, nice features, but let's be real, it's a recreational vehicle, not a performance machine. ICE may be a British company, but that doesn't make it a top-tier brand. You're not going to be keeping up with the pros anytime soon."

 

[balaclavas]

"Recumbents? You think they're practical? I've seen more efficient designs on a balaclava-clad cyclist's head than on those laid-back contraptions. What's the point of a Rohloff hub if you're just gonna lounge around on three wheels?"

 

[Ozgur.Nevres]

You think a recumbent trike is the way to go? I've got to disagree. Those things are glorified shopping carts on wheels. I mean, what's the point of cycling if you're not going to challenge yourself with a real bike? And a folder? That's just a compromise, a halfway measure. If you want to get serious about cycling, you need a proper road bike, not some contraption that's only good for puttering around the park. And don't even get me started on the Rohloff hub - that's a beginner's choice if I ever saw one. You want to talk about real cycling? Let's talk about climbing the hills of Istanbul on my Cannondale CAAD8. That's where the real cyclists are.