Easy Racers Recumbents
Since 1979, Easy Racers has been building some of the world's fastest and most comfortable bikes; in fact, they built the Gold Rush, the bicycle which won the Dupont Prize for exceeding 65 mph. (That bike hangs in the Smithsonian, but replicas are available for sale!)
In addition, they designed several bikes and trikes in the Sun line; see the Sun page for more details.
Finally, be aware that many options are available for all Easy Racers bikes: custom colors, disk brake tabs, performance wheels, and fairings (a fairing REALLY makes these bikes fly!) can be arranged.
| Model |
Type |
Purpose |
MSRP |
Details |
| Javelin SS |
LWB |
Sport, general-purpose |
$1595 |
Details
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| Tour Easy SS |
LWB |
Loaded touring, commuting, day rides |
$2495 |
Details
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| Gold Rush SS |
LWB |
Touring, club rides |
$3495 |
Details
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| Fold Rush SS |
LWB (folding) |
Travel, touring |
$3995 |
Details
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| Ti-Rush SS |
LWB |
Performance |
$5900 |
Details
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Javelin SS
The Javelin is the first addition to the Easy Racers domestic production lineup in more than 10 years. Based on the legendary Tour Easy geometry, this bike is an excellent all-around sport recumbent that everyone can appreciate, from a novice to a seasoned ultra-marathon cyclist.
Featuring a custom designed, variable cross-section, 4130 cro-mo main tube and a triangulated rear end, the Javelin combines the rigidity of an upright with the aerodynamics and comfort of a recumbent.
MSRP: $1595
Specs
- Frame - Seamless 4130 Chromoly TIG
- Seat - Standard: Koolback, stainless frame, mesh back. Option: Cobra, carbon base & back fully padded
- Steering -
- Fork - Custom Chromo by Spinner
- Colors - Cobalt Blue, McLaren Orange, Ducati Red, Chaparral White, and Midnight Black
- Wheelbase - S=63", M=66", L=69"
- Seat Height - 22"
- Weight - Medium: 28 lbs
- Fit - 3 sizes cover 33-47" X-seam
- Weight Limit -
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- Bottom Bracket -
- Crankset - Shimano Easy Racer/Sugino, 26-42-52
- Pedals -
- Cassette - 11-34
- Gear inches - 21" - 128"
- F Derailler - Shimano 105 Triple
- R Derailler - Shimano XT
- Shifters - SRAM Rocket 9 Speed
- Brake Levers -
- Brakes - SRAM 7.0 V-Brake
- Wheels - 20"(451) front, 700c rear, Shimano LX hubs + Sun Alloy rims
- Tires -
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Review by Alan Barnard, The Recumbent Blog
MSRP: $1595
Tour Easy SS
This classic, solidly built, Long Wheelbase recumbent has been the choice of numerous recumbent riders for many years. Seven frame sizes accommodate riders from 5´2" to 6´4". The Tour Easy is available in the Speed and Sport or Expedition models. The Speed and Sport version has narrower tires and a 20" (451mm) front wheel. The Expedition comes with fatter tires and a 20" (406mm) front wheel, but narrow, high-pressure tires are also an option. The handlebars and fork are cleverly designed to serve as fairing supports making Tour Easy fairings easy to install and less expensive than other fairings.
MSRP: $2495
Specs
- Frame - Seamless 4130 Chromoly TIG
- Seat - Standard: Koolback (stainless frame, mesh back), Option: Cobra, carbon base & back fully padded
- Steering -
- Fork - Custom Chromo by Spinner
- Colors - White, Black, Red, Blue
- Wheelbase - S=63", S/M=64.5", M=66", M/L=67.5", L=69", XL=70.5"
- Seat Height - 22"
- Weight - Medium: 30 lbs
- Fit - 36"-45" X-seam in standard sizes, XS or XL available (33"-50")
- Weight Limit -
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- Bottom Bracket -
- Crankset - Shimano Easy Racer/Sugino 26-42-52
- Pedals -
- Cassette - 11-34
- Gear inches - 21" - 128"
- F Derailler - Shimano 105 Triple
- R Derailler - Shimano XT
- Shifters - SRAM Rocket 9 speed
- Brake Levers -
- Brakes - SRAM 7.0 V-Brake
- Wheels - 20"(451) front, 700c rear, LX hubs and Sun rims
- Tires -
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Review By Bryan J. Ball, BentriderOnline.com
MSRP: $2495
Gold Rush SS
Based on the famous bike designed by Gardner Martin for Fast Freddy Markham, the Goldrush won the $18,000 Dupont prize for the first bicycle to break 65 MPH. Three pounds lighter than the Tour Easy, the Gold Rush Replica offers more performance and better components for the more serious rider looking for uncompromised speed in a classic long wheelbase (LWB) recumbent. The Speed & Sport (SS) version is true roadie setup. It uses a tighter 11-30T cassette, 451mm front wheel and dual-pivot brakes.
MSRP: $3495
Specs
- Frame - Aluminum 6061-TIG, Post Heat Treated
- Seat - Standard: Koolback (stainless frame, mesh back), Option: Cobra, carbon base & back fully padded
- Steering - Kalloy Hi-Rise stem
- Fork - Custom Chromo by Spinner
- Colors - White, Black, Red, Blue, Polished Aluminum (Add $100)
- Wheelbase - X/S=61.5",S=63", S/M=64.5", M=66", M/L=67.5", L=69", XL=70.5"
- Seat Height - 22"
- Weight - Medium: 27 lbs
- Fit - 36"-45" X-seam in standard sizes, XS or XL available (33"-50")
- Weight Limit -
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- Bottom Bracket -
- Crankset - Shimano Easy Racer/Sugino 26-42-52
- Pedals -
- Cassette - 11-34
- Gear inches - 21" - 128"
- F Derailler - Shimano Ultegra
- R Derailler - Shimano XTR
- Shifters - SRAM Rocket 9 speed
- Brake Levers -
- Brakes - Racing Dual Pivot, Custom Machined
- Wheels - 20"(451) front, 700c rear, Ultegra hubs and Sun/Mavic rims
- Tires -
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MSRP: $3495
Fold Rush SS
Sharing the Gold Rush Replica's geometry and dimensions, the Fold Rush adds two great new features: suspension and portability. While performance purists may still opt for the Gold Rush or Ti-Rush, many riders will prefer the softer ride and ease of transport that a Foldable Gold Rush provides. The Fold Rush weighs approx. 2 lbs more than a standard Gold Rush and features an elastomer rear shock absorber.
MSRP: $3995
Specs
- Frame - Aluminum 6061-TIG, Post Heat Treated
- Seat - Standard: Koolback (stainless frame, mesh back), Option: Cobra, carbon base & back fully padded
- Steering - Kalloy Hi-Rise stem
- Fork - Custom Chromo by Spinner
- Colors - Pearl White, Black, Polished Aluminum($100 extra)
- Wheelbase - X/S=61.5",S=63", S/M=64.5", M=66", M/L=67.5", L=69", XL=70.5"
- Seat Height - 22"
- Weight - Medium: 31 lbs
- Fit - 36"-45" X-seam in standard sizes, XS or XL available (33"-50")
- Weight Limit -
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- Bottom Bracket -
- Crankset - Shimano Ultegra Racing Triple, 26-42-52
- Pedals -
- Cassette - 11-34
- Gear inches - 21" - 128"
- F Derailler - Shimano Ultegra
- R Derailler - Shimano XTR
- Shifters - SRAM Rocket 9 speed
- Brake Levers -
- Brakes - Racing Dual Pivot, Custom Machined
- Wheels - 20"(451) front, 700c rear, Ultegra hubs and Sun/Mavic rims
- Tires -
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Review by Bryan J. Ball, BentriderOnline.com
MSRP: $3995
Ti-Rush SS
Biking is so important in some people's lives that they simply must have the ultimate bike. Nothing else will do. For these folks, Gardner built the Ti Rush. The titanium frame on the Ti Rush is 1/4 pound lighter than the aluminum frame Gold Rush Replica and does not have the fatigue or corrosion problems that aluminum does
MSRP: $5900
Specs
- Frame - Titanium 3AL-2.5v, purged, TIG
- Seat - Standard: Koolback (stainless frame, mesh back), Option: Cobra, carbon base & back fully padded
- Steering - Kalloy Hi-Rise stem, Dura-Ace headset
- Fork - Custom Chromo by Spinner
- Colors - Polished Titanium
- Wheelbase - X/S=61.5",S=63", S/M=64.5", M=66", M/L=67.5", L=69", XL=70.5"
- Seat Height - 22"
- Weight - Medium: 26 lbs
- Fit - 36"-45" X-seam in standard sizes, XS or XL available (33"-50")
- Weight Limit -
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- Bottom Bracket - Avid Speed Dial
- Crankset - Shimano Ultegra, 26-42-52
- Pedals -
- Cassette - Shimano XT 11-34
- Gear inches - 21" - 125"
- F Derailler - Shimano XTR
- R Derailler - Shimano XTR
- Shifters - Rapid Fire, Grip Shift, or Rapid Shift Bar End
- Brake Levers - Avid Speed Dial
- Brakes - Avid Single Digit Ti Brakes
- Wheels - 20"(406) front, 700c rear,Dura Ace hubs and Velocity/Mavic rims
- Tires -
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MSRP: $5900
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