I'm selling the Lynxx
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I'm selling the Lynxx
Postby Uba Tracker » Tue Feb 19, 2008 9:32 pm
So if anyone would like to know more I can thoroughly recommend the http://www.optimabikes.com/eng/2.htm home page or you can PM me and I'll do my best to fill in the gaps. No I'm not getting out of 'Bents I'm on the hunt for a Bacchetta Agio or similar, I need a ride with a more upright seating position and preferably lower BB.
So what's it worth? Look it's always hard to come up with a price that seems fair, but I thought somwhere around the $2600 mark, all up it owes me $3350 and considering the lack of work it's done I feel that's fair.
cheers
Harry
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Postby europa » Wed Feb 20, 2008 12:54 am
Best of luck mate. I'm flat out getting my Toscana working without buying another bent.
Just for interest - what differences did you find between USS and OSS?
Richard
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Postby Leigh_caines » Wed Feb 20, 2008 9:58 am
"What are you getting to replace it??"
As I said before this is the first bike I looked at to buy and it was only the seat that put me off. Still it's a nice bike and worth the $s
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Postby Uba Tracker » Wed Feb 20, 2008 3:50 pm
Hi Richard,europa wrote:Pity you left it out in the rain and the front wheel shrunk
Best of luck mate. I'm flat out getting my Toscana working without buying another bent.
Just for interest - what differences did you find between USS and OSS?
Richard
I personally found the OSS to be too cramped, having the bars so close to my chest and yet right up in my line of vision was quite off putting. The difference between the two configurations is enormous, USS allows you an unfettered view and a significantly more relaxed riding position than the 'Begging Hamster' style.
To answer Leigh's question I really like the look of the Bacchetta long wheelbase models, in particular the Agio.
cheers
Harry
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Postby Leigh_caines » Wed Feb 20, 2008 4:35 pm
Interesting
I rack my brain [not much of it] wondering why?
That's not in the same class as what you have...
S*** there I go giving my thoughts with out even been asked
Have you had a ride on one?
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Postby Kalgrm » Wed Feb 20, 2008 4:57 pm
You should also check out the RANS Stratus if the Agio is to your liking. One of the guys in the WAHPV group just got one and it's a very nice piece of kit. Considerably improved over previous models, apparently.
(I'm with Leigh though - I'd stick with the Lynxx if it were me! )
Cheers,
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Postby Leigh_caines » Wed Feb 20, 2008 5:42 pm
and that's even better
But to each his own...
we all know what we like once we ride them a 1000k
but that's not how it is and we have to make the choose mainly on one short ride
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Postby Uba Tracker » Wed Feb 20, 2008 9:22 pm
The main reason I began to look at different models was to try and alleviate some new found aches. My ride frequency/distance has risen sharply in the last 3 or so months and some new unwelcome side effects have surfaced, pain across my lower back and tingling to numb feet. In the early days I didn't notice it due to short ride times but now I'm doing two to three hour rides every second day and it always starts the same way, first the aching back then the tingle in the feet which will change to numbness and then a burning sensation if I persist. When I first started riding the Lynxx I put the seat in the most upright position which assisted me in feeling comfortable and getting used to the new riding style. However the seat remains in the upright position and I noted only today that this is effectively causing my hips to roll forward. The Lynxx seat (like many other), is, by default, set up in quite a reclined position which no doubt is where it best supports the torso, so it may well be that I have inflicted this on myself. Ian at Flying Furniture has jumped all over the issue and has offered all sorts of advice to remedy the problem, right up to seeing if a Bacchetta ReCurve seat can be retro-fitted to the Lynxx, many many thanks to Ian, what a lad. Anyway that's the unabridged version of events, so it goes without saying that if you, my fellow bent riders, have any advice, suggestions or ideas please let 'em loose. I would rather not sell the Lynxx but if I can't remedy the situation then it's the likely step.
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Postby Leigh_caines » Thu Feb 21, 2008 6:15 am
Bummer as if you spend that much, you want it right
For me
It's all about comfort and been able to stay in the seat all day when I'm touring
And that seat of yours wasn't right for my back so I guess it's understantable that it might not be right for others.
Me..I;d be trying a differant seat befor selling
This seat [cost under 20$ to make] and while this pic is not a good angle to show the back suport it's very comfortable for long days
While my work is a bit rough for 50 you could have it done by a pro.
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Postby Leigh_caines » Sun Mar 02, 2008 11:37 am
So Harry are you selling or re-seating?
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Postby Uba Tracker » Sun Mar 02, 2008 2:05 pm
cheers
H
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Postby Leigh_caines » Sat Mar 15, 2008 4:22 pm
And you with a big smile on your face
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Postby Uba Tracker » Sat Mar 15, 2008 4:37 pm
cheers
Harry
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Postby Leigh_caines » Sat Mar 15, 2008 5:11 pm
week now for me since having the gall bladder out
has kept my off both recumbents
but I have been rideing the old Raleigh with high bars at a slow but steady speed around town...
but looking forward to getting back to the bents
Will be looking out for you on new seat
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recumbents/seats neck pain
Postby Paulw » Tue Jul 08, 2008 8:11 pm
If you haven't yet sold the Lynx try this:
A mesh seat solves most 'seat' problems, if you can get one fitted. There's a 'Euromesh' seat available that might be suitable. Everything can be 'done' it's just a matter of time and money and working out whether it's worth it.
You will initially find that seat angles lower than about 35 degrees cause neck strain. It takes a few weeks riding to strengthen the muscles and depending on your physiology there will be a lower limit (angle) beyond which you won't adapt.
I have the reverse problem on a road bike - my neck strains up and I don't like it.
I have an Optima Raptor (Baron) and I find the upper part of the seat doesn't support my shoulders enough. I made a wedge shaped cushion from blue camping foam by sticking several layers together, the top layer being half the total size and each lower layer increasing in length to make a gentle wedge. (Make a rectangular stack and shave it to a wedge shape.)
Try propping your shoulders with some foam stuck to the seat with duct tape and see if it feels better (it will.) What you're doing is making a 'recurve' seat. The triangular cushion can sit under the Optima cushion.
I fit cushions with velcro - hard velcro (hook) glued to the seat, soft velcro sewn to the cushion. Investigate 'Ventisit' seat pads. A guy in OzHPV will make you one.
Headrests are available but can be annoying. They help temporarily on hills while you're neck muscles are adapting.
Email me if any of this makes sense and if I can send pics or whatever.
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Postby Uba Tracker » Tue Jul 08, 2008 10:29 pm
cheers
Harry
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Postby Uba Tracker » Mon Jul 14, 2008 8:56 pm
The final seat angle is yet to be determined but initial impressions are OMGosh why did I put up with the other one for so long. Am really looking forward to a long haul to put it to the test.
cheers
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Postby Paulw » Mon Jul 14, 2008 9:25 pm
Although my Baron seat is comfortable "for a hardshell" there is no comparison between mesh and carbon. The mesh seat on the P-38 is soooo comfortable.
I've ordered my Lynxx for touring (from Flying Furniture) and while I'd like a mesh seat, I would be a little concerned about added weight, or a seat which is harder to pack.
Nice photos. I'll wait for your final report.
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Postby Uba Tracker » Mon Jul 14, 2008 10:55 pm
Yes guilty as charged, actually the rollers and pins are lubed up its the red Toowoomba dirt, it stains every bloody thing even bike chains apparently.Low Racer wrote: PS The chain looks like it could do with some lubes
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Postby Paulw » Tue Jul 15, 2008 12:20 am
That's excellent news because it shows us that the Lynxx can be made a 'comfort' bike.Uba Tracker wrote:....snip.... I just went out for an hour and a half ride since I posted the pictures and honestly I could sit in that seat all day, not even a hint of back ache.
....snip....
Apparently you had no trouble buying the seat, even though Bacchetta have a little disclaimer on their web site?
Who made the brackets?
Will the rear rack still fit?
So many questions!
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