Tell me about the Fusion Recumbent

R40

Hello

Im in love with this bike, and i really want to know more about the Rans Fusion! Anyone have one? If so how many miles ect... Do tell! I want to know what you think about this bike
http://www.ransbikes.com/ITRFusionEvolution.htm


Thanks for stoping by...

Tom

sukispop

Hi Tom,

I own the current 26"/20" Fusion, and I love it! It really does ride like Randy Schlitter says! It doesn't have a learning curve, like most recumbents--you just get on and ride! Because it's a semi-recumbent, it doesn't have a seat back...so it's not quite as full-out cushy, comfy for the back as a full fledged recumbent would be. But, to be honest, with this bike, I really don't miss it. It handles very much like a traditional, upright "df"(diamond frame) bike--very sweet. To climb, you pull on the handlebars...and you'll be surprised at how much power that'll help put to the pedals.

The bike in the "Evolution" article is a new version, with dual 26" wheels, and straight tubing, instead of the curved cruiser-like tubing on my version. The dual 26ers should make handling even a little sweeter, and should make the bike a little faster than the current version. And, on this new version, you should be able to stand('though not for mashing); you really can't on the current one. I understand that this new version is supposed to be available later this year.

But, in the meantime, Hostel Shoppe has a current version(track demo) available at a discount. Check it out:
http://www.hostelshoppe.com/specials.php