How does /n/ feel about recumbent bikes?They seem to get a bad rap from snobby cyclists but they look more comfortable and are apparently faster on flats.
>>2055744nobody has really figured out a way for bents to handle like a conventional bicycle over bumps so they're only practical on glass-smooth tarmac. you can throw 700c wheels and suspension at the problem but then you're taking on an even larger weight penalty while sacrificing some of the aero benefit. most designs also involve weird chainline problems and/or extra drivetrain losses. it's a fine idea that just doesn't work well in the real world for the most part.
>>2055746you don't need suspensionthe seat and reclining position means bumps feel less impactful rather than them connecting directly into your sit bones (or worse, your perineum)actual road speed bumps can eat my ass though
>>2055747>bumps feel less impactfuldon't care, they slow you down more than on a conventional bike and the only valid reason to ride a bent is to go really fast. comfort is a boomer meme.
>>2055744>faster on flatsand slower on climbs
>>2055747>the seat and reclining position means bumps feel less impactful rather than them connecting directly into your sit bonesif you connect bumps into your seat bones, you are doing it wrongwhen it's bumpy, you get off the seat and your legs become suspensioncan't do that on a rectum bent
>>2055744Death traps
>>2055744>How does /n/ feel about recumbent bikes?Gay
