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You're going to need 1" to 1-1/8". Mark

I can't imagine, really. It's really funny with people. I've seen some people that struggle to go 20 feet on the bike and then a guy gets on and goes off like he's been riding one for years. I think you're better off being a total newbie, than an experienced cyclist. There are fewer habits...

I'm not Doug, but here's my take; I'm 6' and I run a triple with no troubles. If we can make the connection this weekend, you can try my bike and see for sure. 9 speed shifters will not shift a 10 speed cassette. It sounds like you will need a mountain bike cassette and derailleur, in which...

Great move! I think you'll be really happy. For me, I would be happy with a 12-27. I'm running a 12-23 right now and that's a smidgen too tall. I think it will be OK when I lose some more weight and get stronger, but I still might go to a bigger cassette. For a rear derailleur, I would...

Be very, very careful. Safety first, you know!??! We wouldn't want your new knickname to become "Lefty". ;) :lol: :lol: Mark

True, there's no denying that. Honestly, I was thinking more of an aftermarket upgrade, or revision for possible future generations of Silvios. It would be neat to see how it compares, anyway. Mark

Sir, I tip my hat to you!!! :lol: :lol: :lol: I especially appreciated the part about "He who fornicates with she who bore you". I speak frequently of him myownself. Mark

I still think a carbon wishbone (seat stays) in combination with the elastomer, even as is, would make a pretty smooth ride. Mark

Very true and I agree. The only thing I might add would be; conserving energy for a long distance ride is great and that is what you want to do. The flipside is; in order to bring your average cruising speed up, you have to push those thresholds of comfort on training rides. It's a good thing...

Yeah,, I thought about that, too. I discounted 7.5 because with all the ranting, raging, and screaming, by now, you've drawn a crowd. ;) Mark

I think it goes something like this: 1: remove the skewer nut and spring and place these securely in your pocket. 2: Pull the skewer out to what you determine to be far enough to let the wheel come free 3: Pull harder on the wheel. 4. Pull the skewer completely out and angrily throw it on...

Dry is right. You have to be particularly careful about dehydration. When you stop sweating, you start worrying. Mark

Really great write up and loved the pics. Especially the reflection in the window! Thanks! Mark

Technnique that depends on acquiring a Cruzbike Body! :D Mark

Yeah, reasonable. It also allows you to use your body weight and your upper body to throw the bike from side to side. More importantly, it allows you to rest your tender flesh covering your sit bones. Mark

Yes, I agree. I believe the Tour Easy comes pretty close, too. It sits you straight up, though and requires a fairing to get back the aero advantage. The other thing about a Cruzbike is you don't just gain recumbent legs. I'm of the opinion you gain a Cruzbike body. That is; your full body...

I believe that is the intention. In my case, because of my leg length, I have to extend the TFT farther than normal, so I think I'm still in more of an open riding position. I think.... I really need to post some riding pics/videos. Mark

You can adjust the front end of the Silvio to get the proper leg extension like you would on a road bike and to that extent, yes, you are mostly just rotated backwards. However, on a road bike, your riding position is more closed which puts more power to the pedals. On most recumbents, the...

Think outside the box. Because of the width of the dropout unit(s), there is no reason not to put the skewer in "backwards". That is to say, insert the skewer from the derailleur side. When you pull the skewer, only pull it far enough to allow you to pull the wheel out, then slide it back...

Yeah, what he said! :D Mark