Aluminum is known to be super lightweight but more robust at the same time. As a result, it can support a vast weight without yielding to excess stress. Overall, the 26” Schwinn Meridian has a slightly bigger capacity because its wheels are slightly bigger. The wide, swept-back handlebar with ergo grips and anti-slip pedals ensure a stable, balanced ride. Schwinn Meridian Adult Tricycle comes with a large basket that can hold your daily luggage.
I am an old geezer with balance and mounting/dismounting problems using bicycles, and this trike solves both problems. Remember, with any bike, you need to ride safely and obey the laws in your particular town. To watch a brief video about the basic rules of the road, go to my article,Bicycles and Seniors – I Bet You Haven’t Forgotten How.
That being said, bicycles aren’t everyone’s cup of tea & balancing on two wheels can be unnerving, particularly if you’ve fallen off a bike before . The Huffy Nel Lusso features a low step-through frame for getting on and off the trike more easily. The wide handlebars let you maintain an upright position while seated, helping to reduce strain on your back and neck. There’s also a padded spring-loaded saddle that is quite comfortable and has good shock absorption to keep the ride feeling smooth. Also, Schwinn builds the Meridian with alloy rims, stainless steel spokes, and smooth-riding tires in a light-weight aluminum frame.
It can be done safely at reasonable speed, if necessary. I avoid turning while riding downhill whenever possible. I have 26 x 2.125 cruiser tires on my Meridian, and they grab the road so well going downhill I dont need to hang on but do for unexpected hazards.
Tadpoles are way more likely to skid the outer front tire in a turn, than the rear. It has better handling but you have to pay attention to it. You sit very low and your feet go uphill or at least it feels that way.
Put seat on top of the axle assembly too keep the mass weight down low ,,, you might need a pedal forward cylinder … The wheels are garbage as we found out the other day,,, they fold up like pop cans… The seat on this trike isn’t much different from sitting in a chair. He is also going to be holding on to the handlebars. This beautiful bicycle has very minimal rust and the tires are in great shape.