Recumbent bicycles are special type bicycles in which the rider is seated as in a chair. The back of the rider is supported and the rider's legs are extended forward to pedals. They give a very relaxed riding position with no weight on the wrists. They also provide a natural view. Recumbent bicycles are more comfortable to operate than normal bicycles and are great for touring and day rides.
Recumbent bicycle designs date back to the middle of the 19th century. But they became popular only recently. Depending on the length, there are three types of recumbent bicycles - long wheel base (LWB), short wheel base (SWB), and compact long wheel base (CLWB). Most of them are powered by pedaling with legs. But some types are hand powered.
Recumbent bicycles are more expensive than other bicycles, but the costs are coming down all the time as the market expands.
Recumbent bicycles are mainly used for exercise. As they provide different benefits for men and women, most physicians and personal trainers recommend them for people of all fitness levels. They offer you a few cardio exercises that put no force on your knees and other joints. Since their seats are much larger than other exercise bicycles, they are perfect for people who are overweight. Athletes choose these bicycles as a challenge. Recumbent bicycles are easy to use even for people with back and knee problems.
Compared with traditional upright bicycles, recumbent bicycles have several advantages. Their steering and handlebars are placed above the seat at shoulder level or below the seat. As the rider's body is comfortably maintained in a sitting position, there will not be any stress mounting on the hands. Their aerodynamic designs make long distance ridings free from saddle sores, neck strains, and wrist pain.
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