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Are you using clipless pedals? That has been the way to go for me, and once you are over the initial learning curve, these bikes become easier to ride while clipped in because your feet give you added control over the steering. I use double-sided Shimano SPD pedals and shoes. Easy in, easy...

The new V20 will be 142 thru-axle with flat mount disc brake tabs. Hmmm...

Like the others have said, comfort at speed comes with time on the bike. You may not even be aware of the improvement over time, but one day realize, "holy smokes, I'm flying right along, and I feel fine." On the V20, many people routinely crack 50mph.

I am right handed, so I use that hand to grab, drink from, and stow my water bottle. But since in America, we ride on the right side of the road, my left hand is for waving to passing cyclists (and I wave to all of them--especially the too-pro-to-wave riders). I am comfortable with taking...

1000km, no hands... Check. I'm on it. :D

I agree with both of you. I recently learned to ride no hands on my S30, simply to see if I could do it (I can). It didn't take me long to realize this: when riding a DF bike, I, and most others, ride no hands for a time to give our neck and shoulders a short break, and to briefly shift our...

Perfect! Thanks, Robert.

@Robert Holler I'm not looking for you to give away trade secrets, but I'm looking ahead to the new V20 frame kit coming out, and will be building my own wheels. Could you tell me if the rear hub spacing will be 100mm or 110mm? I'd like to order the correct hub. Many thanks.

I was wondering the same thing for my S30, but then I remembered from the one picture CB has leaked so far, that the headtube looks larger, especially for the bottom headset bearing, meaning that the V series and S series forks will soon have different steerer tubes, ending cross-compatibility...

And as an English major, I tend to take the as-long-as-it-works-and-you-don't-ask-me-to-explain-how-it-works-I'm-good approach. I mean, I know a little bit about physics, such as Alfred E. Newton invented gravity, and that before he did that, apples just kind of floated around in the air, and...

My story is similar. After 27 years on a DF, my first recumbent was a Vendetta. No test ride. Had never seen one in the wild. I just went ahead and did it, desperate for something that my back could handle while still being fast. I like to say that my first time out was "a seven mile ride...

I remember back a couple years ago, when 3T put its pro team on its Strada 1x13 bikes. Even with that extra cog and pro-level legs, many of the riders complained about the gearing--not enough low end for steeper climbing, not enough high end for sprints, and a few awkward spots in between, due...

Hi @Robert C. I don't want to hurry your process, but these bikes are noticeably easier to handle when your feet are clipped in, which gives you more control over the front end and the steering. Put another way, some of your wobbles could be because you aren't clipped in. I started with...

My order is in. While I was at it, I bought some other CB swag. A clever marketing move. :)

Back when I sold my S40, I started he. I had a few people who weren't in the market comment that my price was good and that it should sell quickly. Then nothing happened. After four weeks of that, I moved my ad onto ebay with the same price, and sold it quickly with a five-day auction. I...

Hi Larry. I sent you my interest via email a while back. Just checking in here to make sure that you have Craig Mathews on the list. If not, sign me up.

It seems that handlebars are one of those high personal preference items, up there with crank arm length and headrest design. I use the Genetic Digest flared dropbar (weird name and hard to find, but light weight, affordable, and I love the shape). I don't cut off any of the length, but being...

In my experience, you can't go wrong with the SRAM GPX bb. They last a long time (I've never worn one out or had the bearings get crunchy), and they don't cost much.

I mostly ride my V20. I tend to pull when I need to on the hills and sprints, but most of the time, my arms are doing just light work to keep the steering stable.

The V20's speed is completely addictive. I have owned a V20, S30, and S40, and have never found the V to be that much more to handle in traffic. And once I do make it to the less travelled roads, the thing just wants to romp! And since your head is closer to the ground than the more upright...