R-D Bike Shop: Crank Forward, SWB and LWB Recumbent Bicycles

Crank Forward Recumbents: A good article that explains the benefits of CF bikes can be found at: http://www.crankforward.com/Advantage.htm Below are some sample Crank Forwards.
the Fusion is Rans most popular crankforward. It features a low stance, and over all good performance. Pictured is the bike in blue, but we also offer it in metallic red.
the Dynamik,is Rans second most popular crankforward. Look for it in a light silver on our showroom floor.
The Smoothie by KHS is considered to be one of the most comfortable, easy to ride bicycle available!
You can find answers to questions regarding riding and transporting recumbents on our Recumbents FAQ page, or you can email us. Recumbents are our specialty. We carry short wheel base (SWB), long wheel base (LWB) bents' as well as trikes. SWB bikes place the bottom bracket/pedals forward and above the front wheel. The bike is popular for city riding, sport touring and performance riding, due to the compact size, lighter weight and quick handling. SWB has downsides, the position of the pedals can cause foot numbness. They can also have heel interference with the front wheel-during some tight turns, or knee interference with the handlebars.
the Enduro Sport , by Rans Bikes, is a SWB (short wheel base) recumbent. It features a lower seat height that will accommodate a wide range of rider heights. The seat choices for this bike include the Hoagie, Sling Mesh, or the classic Mesh seat.
the Giro 26 by Bachetta, has the original steel frame of the Giro 26, but with a new steel fork, x-5 drivetrain and v-brakes. As with their other SWB models you can opt for the stock Re-Curve seat or the EuroMesh seat.
LWB- Long wheel base: a chopper like recumbent. The pedals are behind the front wheel and usually below seat height. The Stratus XP has pedals below seat height. This position makes the bike the most popular and user friendly type of bent' available. Good for commuting, touring, day and sports rides. This bike also features duo 26" wheels, which make for a fast ride as opposed to a front 20" wheel, like the Bacchetta Bela. The Bella is a long wheelbase touring recumbent that features a 26" rear wheel and 20" front wheel. The other position for pedals on LWB can be at or above seat height -- like the Formula LE. The higher pedal position translates to more power due to a reclined seat position -- this helps for hills and speed, however some may experience foot numbness due to position of the pedals.
the Stratus XP, by Rans Bikes, a LWB (long wheel base) recumbent
the Formula LE by Rans Bikes, a LWB (long wheel base) recumbent
the Bella by Bachetta, a LWB (long wheel base)recumbent
Trikes: Recumbent trikes come in two varieties: Tadpole, (two wheels in front), and Delta,(two wheels in back). By far, our most popular type sold is the tadpole type trike. Tadpole trikes sit low to the ground. They work well for sport riding, and performance. Due to their ability for the rider to lean and use body english, tadpoles make fine commuters and tourers. The low seat does make getting in and out of the seat more difficult for some riders. One tip on exit and entry: stand with your feet straddling the boom just in front of the seat, reach down and grasp the the grips and close the brake levers as you finish lowering your self to the seat. Reverse the procedure to stand back upright.
the 700 by Catrike, built for speed. Its aerodynamic seating position, 700c wheels and high gears make it arguably the fastest recumbent trike in the world.