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Slowly increase the strain
We recommend you to perform only short ri-
des without much power during the first
weeks.
Always use a low gear and ride with a high pe-
daling frequency. Only after having acquired so-
me training do increase the strain slowly.
When you ride on a recumbent you use other
muscles than on a conventional bicycle, and
they have to be trained first.The very high po-
sition of the bottom bracket requires your
muscles and blood transport system to slowly
familiarize with the new position.
In case of an overload the blood circulation in
your legs may be affected which shows in loss
of power, a prickling in the toes, falling asleep
of the legs or cramps.When you have a sporty
way of riding it can take up to 6 months until
you have become accustomed to your new re-
cumbent.
Should you have pain in your knees while ri-
ding this is usually the result of too much po-
wer put into pedaling.The good support of the
back sometimes misleads to putting the full
power of the legs in the pedal, similar to the
leg training machines in a fitness center.When
you repeat it regularly it is harmful for the
knees. Pain in the knees often results from an
overuse of the muscles in the knee that can al-
so be strengthened through exercise.
Also, a wrong adjustment of the front boom to
the leg length (in most cases too short) can le-
ad to pain in the knees.
Your pedaling cadence should stay between
80-100 revolutions per minute and not fall be-
low 60 revolutions when going uphill. If neces-
sary have your specialist dealer adjust the gear
range to your riding style and the terrain you
usually ride.
You will find many tips on proper training for
cyclists in miscellaneous books and magazines
for cyclists.
In case of persistent problems please consult
your doctor.
Do not ride freehand
How to ride correctly and safely
Always adjust your speed to the traffic, the ro-
ad and the weather conditions. Ride slowly in
curves and on unknown roads.Always ride at a
safe distance from other road users, and when
you ride in a group never ride side by side.
When you approach a traffic light never ride
past the line of waiting cars since even the
most attentive car driver may not see you due
to your low seating position.
Strain, riding freehand, way of riding
Danger! In order to ride safely you have to
keep both hands at the handlebar. Even
when signaling keep at least one hand at the
handlebar. Otherwise, unforeseen bumps in
the road or oscillations of the steering may
lead to a serious fall.