I got in a pretty bad skiing accident in 2002, and have since not been able to comfortably ride a regular style bike. I’m not sure if a recumbent would help, since it’s mainly the seat of the bike that causes discomfort. (I fractured my pelvis in 5 places.) Does anyone know of a different style bike seat or affordable bike that I might be able to use? I live in Missoula, MT if anyone knows of any helpful bike shops. Thanks!
Back injury prevents normal bike riding, any other models available?
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D'Artagnan
March 18, 2010 at 3:56 pm
Recumbent bikes have a completely different style seat, kind of like a mesh fording chair. Can’t think of anything more comfortable than that.
Tetranova
March 18, 2010 at 4:27 pm
I’d have to second D’Artagnan, a recumbent would probably be your best bet. The geometry on a bent would distribute your body weight differently- which might solve your problem.
scott.braden
March 18, 2010 at 5:12 pm
There are lots of different kinds of ‘bents, look here for a good catalog and good advice:
http://www.hostelshoppe.com
Also consider the new “flat foot” or “crank forward” style of bikes like these, it’s similar to a regular bike but you’re sitting upright.
http://www.hostelshoppe.com/cgi-bin/readitem.pl?Bike=1175879842
Food Doc
March 18, 2010 at 6:02 pm
Look on E-bay for recumbents. I got a pretty nice one for $600 and enjoy riding it as a second bike.