Vendetta - 54 miles and 5,300 ft

psychling

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First serious long and technical mileage on the Cruzbike Vendetta. I was ultra-cautious on the downhills. The bike is a rabbit on the uphills. Cautious and prudent judgment on the downhills had me reduce my typical max speed from 40's to the 20's.

Pretty pleased with the result and feel much more confident with this racehorse of a bike. Unlike any other recumbent I've ridden my arms and grip were `into the ride.' Felt liberating!

Started out tight and tense. After successful navigation of several mountain grade twisty ascents and descents I relaxed and felt much more confident.

Aside from finding it comfortable climbing in the 34/30 as my lowest gear on 7% inclines the most notable observation is how quick the Vendetta wants to accelerate on the flats and slightest decline. This is a racehorse of a bike!

Anticipating more strength and agility with the Vendetta. At this point the `pilot' is the limiting factor.

Tuckered out.

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