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bikephillycatrikeTravis is the webmaster, resident blogger, and A/V geek of RBR. He is a fan of recumbents but couldn't possibly talk in terms of gear ratios, so don't expect his blog entries to be a technical tour de force. But do expect them to be down to earth if not a little overenthusiastic at times.

And please excuse his strong bias for Catrike, Hase, and HP Velotechnik.

RBR's Fall Demo Sale in full effect

Written by Travis Prebble Wednesday, 09 November 2011 21:25

Looking for a deal on lightly used recumbents (or recumbents restored to lightly used condition)? Then the RBR Fall Demo Sale is for you! And now we will stop with the words so you can enjoy our fine sale ad.

 

Photos of a very red Optima HighBaron

Written by Travis Prebble Wednesday, 31 August 2011 17:11

It's so very red. Yes, the new Optima HighBaron frames we've ordered have arrived, so we grabbed one and kitted it out with SRAM Red cranks, SRAM XX components, and American Classic 700c wheels. And it sparkles so beautifully in the sun.

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Introducing the Bunge Butterfly Bars

Written by Travis Prebble Friday, 03 June 2011 15:04

Frank had a problem with the hamster bars on his Optima Baron - they hurt his wrists. So for improved ergonomics, he flipped them! And then, to rest his hands a bit, he added bottom grips (wrapped bar ends). And now we have what is likely the first ever recumbent "butterfly" bar configuration. 

Yes, there are "butterfly" bars on upright bikes, but do theirs have distinct upper/lower wings and brake lever antennae? Didn't think so.

Frank transformed his cockpit from hamster to butterfly. :: Because he can. Frank transformed his cockpit from hamster to butterfly. :: Because he can. Frank transformed his cockpit from hamster to butterfly. :: Because he can. Frank transformed his cockpit from hamster to butterfly. :: Because he can. Frank transformed his cockpit from hamster to butterfly. :: Because he can. Frank transformed his cockpit from hamster to butterfly. :: Because he can. Frank transformed his cockpit from hamster to butterfly. :: Because he can. Frank transformed his cockpit from hamster to butterfly. :: Because he can. Frank transformed his cockpit from hamster to butterfly. :: Because he can.

Tagged underfrankoptimabaronbutterflyhamstercockpitcrazy but it works
 

We have a new jersey!

Written by Travis Prebble Wednesday, 01 June 2011 10:38

Well, we've always had a New Jersey. In fact, we have quite a few customers from there. We suggest you not underestimate the staggering drawing power of the Garden State.

But, that's not the new jersey we're talking about. Oh no, we're talking about our new jersey design now available via Bend It Cycling!

rbr-jersey

Yes, gone is the large RBR "superman" logo and toned down is the square footage of yellow. The colors are still quite striking and unofficially "hi vis" in a non-neon green sort of way.

The image here of the jersey doesn't show it, but the jersey does feature two slanted side pockets, which is two pockets more than the old jersey had.

We will of course stock a variety of sizes at the shop, but you can also order this directly from Bend It Cycling.

 

It's a little less ICEy around here

Written by Travis Prebble Monday, 07 March 2011 10:46

We've received word from ICE that they have officially discontinued their B1 short wheelbase bike due to low sales. It was a nice little bike, especially after the folding mechanism was added last year. 

But hey, we still have the Adventure, Sprint, and Vortex to play with! If you're into the recumbent trike thing (and most people are).

 

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