[python] Re: New Python - 20" or 26"?

Hi Jaime,
Yes, the turning circle tends to be smaller for smaller wheel bikes (has mainly to do with the smaller trail). But a 5 meter radius(!) will be very easily possible with 26" wheels. I think a radius of 2.5m on a 26" should be possible. However, I don't own a 26" so may be somebody else knows better.
The 26" sized will probably be faster because of the lower rolling resistance of the tires (all else same), but I do not think it is more stable or comfortable. 

So if you'de prefer a 26" wheeled, make one! ;-)

greetings,
Dirk

Jaime Cristovao wrote:

Hello all
As I want something more practical to day-by-day use, I decided to build a bike. As I want something different, I decided it would be a recumbent one. After some research, I found Python on fleettrikes, and despite the fact it seems a "little" difficult to ride at the first attempts, I decided to build one. After all, I want something different. One thing I did not decided yet: what is the best, 20" or 26" front wheel? I think I will need a "small" turning radius - about 5 mts... I prefer the 26" one, as it will probably be faster and more stable and comfortable, but I don't want to end up with something absolutely unpractical I will never use. So, in your opinion, what will be my best option? Thank you all Jaime Alexandre 

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