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Old 09-27-2008, 05:22 PM   #4 (permalink)
Otto
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Forget the conventional bike layout, and go at least to recumbent, preferably an enclosed shell a la Battle Mountain HPV design. WAY less drag, and done right, maybe less overall weight, too. Therefore, much greater top speed & range, plus weather & impact protection.
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