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6 February 2006 Following on from my test ride of the Greenspeed GT3, I took two "sports" trikes for a ride last week. The Greenspeed X5 and the Catrike Speed. Sports trikes feature a more "extreme" riding position: the seat is inclined at 30 degrees (against 40 degrees or for 'normal' trikes), are lower to the ground and feature a narrower seat/handlebar setup. Much to my amazement, given what I've read about their unfriendly ergonomics, both trikes were actually more comfortable than the GT3. Visibility wasn't affected by the flatter angle, and pedalling felt easier with the torso and legs being at less of a right angle. Both offered a similar riding experience. Handling was sensational, and there seemed to be less "pedal steer" than on the GT3. Comfort was super. Rear visibility is still a nightmare, so mirrors are essential, as is a head-rest, which comes free with the Catrike, but is only an option of the X5. The gearshifting on the X5 was quick and smooth. The traditional bar-end index shifters were easy to use, unlike the dreadful twist-shifters on the Catrike, which were hard to use, partly because the inward-angle handlebars were jammed against my torso and made to shifters hard to get to. Thankfully, 'straight' handlebars and bar-end shifters are a no-cost option. On balance, I prefered the Catrike. It felt lighter, tighter and more responsive. A change of handlebars would fix the only problem I have with it. Lumbar support isn't as good as the X5 but it's still plenty comfy. It's also a beautiful piece of engineering. Stylish, lean, beautifully finished with heaps of nice touches. The X5 looks a little bland in comparison.
Yup, I may have to get me one of these.
Respect our peaceful religion, or we'll kill you The Religion of Psychotic Death Monkeys has its beards and burkas in a twist over a bunch of cartoons.
Charming people. And they wonder why their religion has an image problem. As I've already flushed my koran down the toilet, here are the pictures for all the wannabe Jihadis out there:
No word yet from Thommy's lawyer. I've had a bunch of legal folk offer their help though, which is fantastic. Needless to say, I have no intention of shutting up about this lying greenie lunatic. Come to think of it, it's strange he even hired a lawyer. Remember when he said this?
Heh. Oh, Thom is the vice president of the American Ex-Servicemen's Association of Victoria. I have advised them of Thom's "activities". They will be looking into the matter. Watch this space.
The Chinese just ushered in the Year of the Dog. Auspicious, really, since I've resolved that I'm gonna get a puppy this year. Other than mini dachshunds, I also think Cavaliers and Pugs are ridiculously cute, and perfect for apartments:
Awwww. Aren't they adorable? Just for the hell of it, here's a dachshund picture:
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