Catrike Lineup 2024
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- čas přidán 20. 07. 2024
- Catrikes are the benchmark of quality for an affordable recumbent trike. Built with great quality features and so many models to choose from. That's why today Harold is going to take you through all 8 models of Catrike and show you the strengths of each one compared to the other.
You can find all of these trikes available on our website here -
www.utahtrikes.com/UTBRAND-1....
Catrike 559 vs Catrike Trail video -
• Catrike 559 vs Catrike...
Catrike Villager vs Catrike MAX Video -
• The Ultimate Showdown:...
Catrike Expedition vs Pocket
• The Catrike Expedition...
Our article on this topic
www.utahtrikes.com/ARTICLE-13...
Chapters
0:00 Intro
0:32 Catrike History and Overview
1:41 Spaceframe
3:08 Catrike Pocket
4:02 Catrike Expedition
4:57 Catrike 700
6:01 Reclining and Adjustable Seat Models
6:54 Catrike Villager
8:15 Catrike Max
9:56 Folding Trikes
11:05 Catrike Trail
11:40 Catrike 559
12:24 Catrike Dumont
13:35 Similarities
15:50 eCat
17:08 Customization and UTCustom
19:01 Bloopers
About two years ago I bought my first trike, a Catrike Dumont. I test rode their 700, Villager, 559 and Dumont. I also the chance to ride a couple models of Terra Trike, sorry I don’t remember the model names, but one had fat tires, I almost flipped that one because if it’s high seat position. I rode the Catrike 700 just before I rode the Terra Trike, and took a corner a little too aggressively. The 700 blew through the corner like it was on rails, the Terra Trike just isn’t built for that kind of riding. The trike I tried was an HP Scorpion, nice trike, but way out of my price range. I also have the 559 and Dumont E Catrikes test rides. Funny fun to ride, both they make riding fast and breeze. (Pun intended) cost and was the main reason I didn’t go with an E trike version, down the road, I can always add a Bosch motor. The 700 is a rocket, ya it’s a race car, not a bad ride, but like sport or pony car you feel every bump. But if need speed it’s fun. The Terra trikes and Villager for me anyway would be good for casual riding, there’s nothing wrong with fit and feel, the Villager has a nice ride, but it’s slow, if you just like to ride around park or the neighborhood, are looking for a short trip trike, short being something under 10 miles and speed isn’t a concern for you the Villager would be nice, but it wasn’t for me. Then I trying the 559 and Dumont. Nice rides both of them. The 559 a bit harsh, more like the sports car feel. But both are easy to pedal, for me again, I’d say they are similar to pedaling a mountain bike or gravel bike with 26” wheels. Both are moderately easy to get in and out of and both have a quick and responsive feel. I ended up buying a Dumont. It’s the Cadillac of trikes with the gel seat and full suspension, it really is like riding in a nice sedan with great suspension. As far a pedaling difficulty, it’s comparable to pedaling a mountain bicycle or gravel bike with 2” road tires. I’ve had my Dumont for two just going into my second season with it. I’m 62, use to ride road bikes in 20s and early 30s and I’ve done a couple cross the country bike tours. I use to take off every a week ever summer for a week long bike tour. But for the last 6 years age and out injuries caught up with me. Riding a diamond framed bike became to painful, numb hands and feet the would last for days after a few miles of riding, painful back and sciatica pain, put me off bikes altogether. Then I discovered Catrike. The Dumont with its full suspension eats up all bumps and vibrations that were causing my pain. I’m now riding about 20 miles a day averaging 16mph, I know nothing to brag about, but you gotta start somewhere, without pain. The only things the the Dumont doesn’t have, or you want to upgrade are front fenders. One rainy day ride, and you’ll wish you had them. The pedals that come with the Dumont are OK, they are Shimano compatible, but a pair of real Shimano pedals are nicer, get a pair of platform pedals with some from of heel lock system. You do not want your foot slipping off the pedal as speed, leg suck is not good for your legs and knees. And I wish the head/neck rest was better. Catrike’s neck rest is OK, but it could be better. Other than these suggestions the Dumont is a great ride, good for long distances, gas reasonably speed and easy of pedaling. For me it’s the trike I’m planning a week long trip with later this summer. Assuming I get my distance back up to at least 60 miles a day. My Dumont has put the fun back into riding. 😎
I'm 73 and own a Catrike Dumont and love it, I went with Kampway Pedals, no locking in and I removed the straps and only use the heel strap. Works great. With the Clipless Clits and expensive shoes the Kampway Pedals have paid for themselves. Besides walking around with those shoes, I felt like I was on a roller bearing, now can wear any shoe even flip flops and sandels.
I don't miss the neck pain, shoulder pain, wrist going numb, back pain, lower back pain, butt really hurting and the scary part, the Bruising between the legs. Also balance issues.
I am no speed demon and like seeing nature and historical places so I may go 15mph or 2mph but want to smell nature.
Enjoy your Catrike Dumont. I got one of those rollers for the rear tire so I can pedal in the house during the Illinois winters. Got off eBay for $50 and everywhere else they want between $260 & $310, crazy.
Nice video. I was able to zero in on the best Catrike for me. The Villager will fit my aging body and extend my cycling into my older years.
I have had my villager for 15 years and had electric added about 4 years ago. Can’t go wrong with a catrike!
Thank for sharing this with us.
My favourite bike ever made, that I made the massive mistake selling was the Catbike Musashi. I wish I could convince them to build me a custom one - I loved that bike, and there has never been anything like it since.
Love the video. Thank you!!!!
A folding Max and folding Villager would be killer bcs they would have higher seats, adjustable seat angles, easy ingress/egress bcs of design, easy transport bcs folding.
I have road with a triple crank set up front with a nuvinci 360 in back from you guys , now that I am 66yr Old l want a motor and something a little higher off the ground
❤ very cool great job excellent presentation! The folding catch right is definitely interest. I just bought a 2024 Toyota Camry. My other folding truck would not fit in the trunk which really sucks. I wonder if the cat trikes or any better fit please let me know if you have any information about this.
Im not sure of the dimensions of the Camrys trunk space, but if your looking at the Dumont its folded dimensions would be 45 in x 32.5 in x 25 in
I'm in the market for a Catrike 700 with Sparkle Granny Smith green paint, including the boom to match.
With a few custom upgrades.
shoot us an email at trikes@utahtrikes.com! We'd love to help you out!
@@UtahTrikesOnline
Thanks I'll email you this evening, stating exactly what I want in my custom Catrike 700.
I wish they would give an option of 30 mm rims, I don't want a second set of rims for a new trike...
We bought two villagers in 2020 and had them shipped to North Pole Alaska. We're wondering if there is a fat tire option.
Yes, we have V3 conversion kits for the Villager!
Que precio tiene?
And a folding
its a darn shame Florida just banned all ebikes
Are you talking about Key Biscayne? If so, it is only for 60 days so far is just the city.
the vlog i saw said the state...you are likely correct@@ronsteed
So are all the Catrikes able to fold or only a select few? I asked a while back and you guys said all of them fold, but after seeing this video I find myself wondering again.
The only folding Catrikes are the 559, Trail, and Dumont.
@@UtahTrikesOnline Thanks for answering my question. And you guys were correct in response to my previous question. I just misinterpreted the answer.