[python] Re: update on Sacramento Python
- From: Jürgen Mages <jmages@xxxxxx>
- To: <python@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Wed, 9 Jun 2004 11:11:09 +0200
Hi Burket,
sorry for the delay - I was on tour several days.
First let me say: When the python building process is
finished, the real hard work just begins.
This is not a recumbent, that you can ride after several
tries. The steering principle is similar to other center-
steered recumbents like the airbike or flevo, but it is
still different. It is harder to learn, regarding the stability,
but easier regarding the seat height.
Nonetheless it is possible for everyone who has the
absolute will to learn it. The price is high but the
benefits will be much higher.
Some remarks to your bike:
Steering angle of 65 is good. The pivot solution with the
head tube is also ok. The front part might not be strong
enough to stand the stress of forceful pedalling. As well
I would not trust the rear part with only one tube and no
suspension. The seat inclination could have some degrees
more backwards. Additionally a front fender is of great use
to protect your legs.
If the frame and seat construction has not too much flex or
slack, your bike should be rideable with enough practice.
The stability of the seat back is very important because it is
part of the steering process.
As reality shows, it takes about three prototypes to gain a
good homebuilt recumbent ;-)
Regards from Jürgen.
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