Tank Riot: Episode 21
Recumbent Bicycles
- Recording Date: August 23, 2006
- Running Time: 50 minutes 6 seconds
- File Size: 40 MB
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Show Notes
Tank Riot looks at the phenomenon of recumbent bicycles! When were they invented? The Tank Team explains the history, speed, and comfort. They also layout what to shop for in one of these controversial bikes. All this, listener feedback and more...
Tor lays out the history of recumbent bicycles starting in the 19th century. He covers the banning of recumbents from key races in the 1930s and their rebirth in the 1970s. Tank Riot talks about the technical advantages of recumbents, shopping for recumbent bikes and why you might need to purchase via mail order.
This episode also features viewer mail.
Music is by the National Beekeepers Society.
Related Links
Recumbent Bicycles at radbike.net
The Recumbent Bicycle
Plans to Build a Tour Easy Clone
Ground Hugger
Bentech Bikes
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