Introduction: What is an adult trike and why is everyone talking about ...

Introduction: What is an adult trike and why is everyone talking about ... Momentum Mag

Adult trikes, especially an electric trike, are having a moment and we are here for it. Anything that can get people active and engaging in active transportion is a huge win. Two years ago, Tiffany Robinson decided to buy her first trike. She came to bicycles later in life and never really learned the ride […]

Adult trikes, especially an electric trike, are having a moment and we are here for it. Anything that can get people active and engaging in active transportion is a huge win.

Two years ago, Tiffany Robinson decided to buy her first trike. She came to bicycles later in life and never really learned the ride the two-wheeled variety, so she was more comfortable on three wheels. This particular purchase has made a huge impact on her life. And, she’s not the only one.

“I looked at getting a two-wheeler but realised I’m really not comfortable balancing on a two-wheeler, particularly when taking off at a traffic light in an on-road situation,” said Robinson, from Auckland, New Zealand. “So rather than waiting until I was comfortable, I went for the e-trike. Zero barrier to entry for me when it came to riding on-road.”

All about trikes
An adult trike is a three-wheeled, pedal-driven vehicle that is designed for primarily for adults who come to cycling later in life, or have issues that make two wheels a less than ideal choice such as those that have problems with balance. But, trikes have a lot of love to offer no matter who is riding. So don’t be shy. They are everywhere right now. And no wonder. It is an ideal choice for people who want to get around in a fun and efficient way without having to rely on traditional modes of transportation such as cars or buses.

And, as Robinson says, she likes the swag as well.

“I’ve never had a bike that I loved so much. She’s got a name, an Instagram, and name recognition at the bike locker at work,” says Robinson, who works on the sustainable mobility team at Auckland Transport as a senior active modes specialist managing the Regional Walking Programme. “I’m used to walking or taking PT but now I’m known around town as the girl with the e-trike.”

Investing in an adult trike can provide a number of benefits, including improved physical and mental health, convenience, cost savings, and the ability to reduce your carbon footprint.

Types of Adult Trikes and How to Choose the Right One
There are various types of adult trikes available on the market, each with their own unique features, advantages, and disadvantages. Depending on your needs, you can choose from traditional trikes that have three wheels for stability or folding trikes which are ideal for storage when not in use. Other types of adult tricycles include recumbent trikes with a more comfortable seating position that is perfect for riders who experience back pain while riding. But what’s really getting people excited is the e-trike. When choosing the right type of adult Tricycle for your needs, it is important to carefully consider factors such as size and weight capacity, manoeuvrability and cargo capacity.

This past year, there have been some major introductions into the e-trike market including a new model from Rad Power Bikes that is just starting shipping this month. The new RadTrike is already the brand’s single most requested model.

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