Video My Ride, Pt 1 – Mounting a Camera
I like to video my rides for blog articles. I chose 360 for perspectives and events I may have missed while riding. It begs the question, "where to put the...
How to Transport a Recumbent Trike on a Town Car
One of the challenges facing us is how to transport a recumbent trike to where we want to ride. Smaller hatches or sedans and tight budgets exacerbate the problem. With...
Insta360 One X2 Camera Quick-release
I use a 360 camera for trips on Recumbent Rambler. This article is about the Insta360 One X2 Camera quick-release. The Insta360 One X2 is a slim camera that can...
Self Centering Steering for your Recumbent Trike
Have you ever got stuck pushing or pulling your trike around? Recumbent trike steering will move the wheels to full lock when pushed forward or pulled backward with the rear...
A Recumbent Trike for an Ageing Rambler
I started riding for exercise, then for commuting, and now for pleasure. I have learned a lot during my years riding a recumbent trike, and I intend to learn much...
Peacehaven Park – A Good Place for Lunch in Your Highfields Ride
Plan your ride around Highfields such that you are riding down Kuhls Road at lunchtime. But don't expect it to be a quick stop. There is a lot to enjoy...
The Ideal in Big Dog Walking – A Recumbent Trike
Problem: Most big dogs need long walks for exercise and stimulation. Is dog walking more than we can handle? We are minding Aki, a Malamut Kelpie cross, for our son. She...
Take Your Trike with You Using a Simple Ramp
Carry your trike anywhere on the roof of a hatchback, sedan or station wagon with this economical recumbent ramp. Make it yourself with $50 worth of components. You won't have...
Try Davidson Arboretum for a Peaceful Break in Your Highfields Ride
For a unique retreat donated to the area by Highfields residents, try Davidson Arboretum. While designed for walkers, its paths are wide enough for recumbent trikes. Take the time to...
My Story
I find it beneficial to understand the person behind a blog. To that end, I have published this page. Like most of us, I find talking about myself uncomfortable. Hence...
The Ultimate Recumbent Trike Pedals
OK, "ultimate" recumbent trike pedals is a bit of an exaggeration, but you can do better than you have now. Given shoes with good tread, pinned moutain bike pedals and...
Choosing to Go Powered
I see a fast-growing movement to convert trikes and bikes to electric assist. There are good reasons, excuses and problems for the electric recumbent trike. (more…)
Introduction
Enjoying the ride The recumbent trike - affectionately known as a bent - is the rambler of the cycling world. The rider is relaxed in what can only be called...