ActionBent T1A Aluminum Recumbent Tadpole Trike

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ActionBent T1A Aluminum Recumbent Tadpole Trike
By: Actionbent

Features:

All Aluminum Alloy 7005 Frame
27 Speed All Hi-End Shimano Drivetrain
Ackerman-Compensated Steering Linkage
Ultralight FRP (Fiberglass-Reinforced Plastic) Seat
3 Year Frame Warantee 1 Year Components

Product Description:

The ActionBent T1A Tadpole Trike! -- Same geometry and component level as the standard T1, just about 4 pounds lighter. Full Aluminum Alloy 7005 Body, Shimano Drivetrain, Dual Avid discs, new Ackerman-compensated steering linkage, 700c rear drivewheel, 20" front wheels, ultralight composite seat with headrest. 9" seat height, 32" outermost width, load capacity 120kg or 265 pounds. Specifications: Frame: Full Aluminum Alloy 7005 Axel: Transverse bolt-on axel with wheels and disc brakes pre-mounted Boom Tube: Alloy 7005, telescopes in/out via two hex nuts Seat: Fiberglass-reinforced plastic w/headrest Handlebar: Alloy, Handlebar radius adjustable approx 21-29" lever to lever Shifter: Diacompe Bar-End Shifters, 27 Speeds Lever: Avid Digit 5 F/Derailler: Shimano 9-sp R/Derailler: Shimano Deore Crank: FSA Gossamer 50/39/30, alloy in silver Freewheel: Sram 970, 11-34 9 speeds Chain: Z9000 KMC Hub: Alloy CNC, left in front 20 holes. Standard in rear 32 holes Spoke: 14# stainless Rim: DA16 double wall, black, CNC side wall, F/20" (406mm) R/700c Tire: 100PSI 20"/1.25 front; 700c x 1.25" rear Pedal: Alloy VP 196 Combo clipless/strapped Brakes: Avid Digit 5 Disks H/t parts: Ahead type, color black B/Bracket: Mega EXO BC 1.37" x 24t Wheelbase: 41" -- Outermost width 32" Overall Len: 75" (variable due to telescoping boom) Seat Height: 9" ground to base B/B Height: 15" Load Rating: 120kg or 265 pounds Weight: 38 pounds with rack Specifications can change SLIGHTLY, we will work with you to resolve any issues.

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Seller	Price	Shipping
ActionBent	$1,395.00	6-10 business days

Reviews

Fact, Truth, Reality. Sorry if You Cannot Handle It rating

by: on: 11-Sep 2009

I'd like to share my one and only experience with "ACTIONBENT."

I recently emailed Actionbent on the sizes of trike available to see if they had anything that would fit me. I am 6'8" so I need a little extra length. Randy and Steve are the owners, and Randy kindly explained the range of trikes currently available, but wasn't completely clear on the sizes, so I asked for clarification. Steve got involved at that point, and while the response I got was not entirely surprising, it was a little shocking, especially after such a brief exchange.

"Thanks Randy. I am 6' 8' and my x seam is about 52". Any way to extend the boom just a hair more?"

"NO, there is nothing more we could possibly do for you."

"Gee, Steve, thanks for such an encouraging, customer-friendly reply." Now I'll admit to being taken aback and being facetious, but it only gets better...

"Would you prefer I send you a cycle that wont fit you and then have you be frustrated and return it? I really dont see why your having any problems with what I've said to you. fact, truth reality. Sorry if you cannot handle it."

Wow, is that great customer service or what? I have to severely question Actionbent's commitment to both sales and service after that. I won't go back.

I currently own a WizWheels Cruiser that I like fairly well, but am looking for a better design. WizWheels has terrific customer service though; even after 3 years of ownership, they replaced a broken seat frame for free, no questions asked.

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