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• 1. Steve Feldman  |  July 27th, 2010 at 5:41 pm

  Review by Steve Feldman for Trikke T78 Deluxe Green
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  Watch Video Here: http://www.amazon.com/review/R1KCHOKLUHW01R I have been looking for something different, something fun, but also something that gives a fantastic full-body work-out. I found it all in the Trikke, especially the T-78 Deluxe with its redesigned handlebars, all air tires, sporty fantastic looks, and a nice color.

  I have had the Trikke for one week and I have used it every night – it is very addicting. It is not unusual for me to ride for several hours.

  There certainly is a learning curve. I spent the first 2 nights riding in front of my house trying to get the movements right to make it go. Even if not hard to make it roll, there is some practice looked-for to make it go quick and fluid. Though, regardless of my experience amount, I still got a work-out.

  The video is of me on Day 3 – still learning and practicing. Since then my abilities have greatly increased and I am now riding all over the city and picking up real excellent speed on the flats. Uphill is still a small hard, but getting simpler.

  I highly recommend the Trikke, especially the T78 Deluxe model. In my area, I must be either the only one or one of the few that owns a Trikke. As I ride around the city I consistently hear, “Nice Scooter”, “What is That?”, “That’s Cool”, “Can I ride It?”, “Does That Really Work?!”- I just keep carving on as people stare in awe. Even if it looks very graceful and natural once you get the hang of it, it is one fantastic work-out. When I am done riding, I am always sodden in sweat, but it was fun.

  So if, like me, you despise the back and butt pain of bike-riding, don’t like the impact of jogging or running, and want something different that is also fun… well the Trikke is the real deal and it really works.

  As to the delivery, I ordered through Amazon on the 26th and the distributor had it delivered to me on the 29th as a free ordinary delivery. So for me, Lifestyle Sports really delivered a fantastic manufactured goods and had it to me very quickly.

• 2. Mr. Bang-For-The-Buck  |  July 27th, 2010 at 6:29 pm

  Review by Mr. Bang-For-The-Buck for Trikke T78 Deluxe Green
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  I bought the other similar vehicle at “half the price” and had to send it back due missing parts, terrible weld and overall poor quality. The other brand was such a disappointment, especially after waiting a month due to late delivery.

  I bought this one, got it out of the box and noted the significance in high quality. It came on time and I place it together in 10-min. I am 46 with terrible knees and can not run anymore so this is one way I can keep up with my wife (a marathon runner) without provoking knee surgery. The riding motion is a bit awkward, similar to downhill snow skiing but works the core, legs and arms. Once you get use to it (10-15 min), its a lot fun. I look forward to small breaks where I can take it out (even for 5-min) and will be scootering with my kids and doing a longer ride this weekend. The T78-Deluxe (steel version) is only 2-lbs heavier than the T8-Air (aluminum) (25 vs 23 lbs), so at my amount it is a better value. I would certainly buy this again.

• 3. tShine  |  July 27th, 2010 at 6:57 pm

  Review by tShine for Trikke T78 Deluxe Green
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  Where to commence. OMG, I ordered my trikke T78 Deluxe a Monday, it was delivered on Friday that same week. Thank you Amazon for your prompt shipping.

  All I had to do was snap on the front wheel, tighten a bolt. Then place on the handlebars (for that I did need some help, ’cause the instructions were for a model with different handlebars than the T78 Deluxe and I had by no means place handlebars previously on anything…ever). A call to Trikke Tech 15 minutes before their closing time, got me the clarifiction I looked-for. The handlebars were installed and the young man giving me tech support and I got off the buzz with time to emergency and he could leave work on time. Thank you Trikke Tech for helping this female.

  Next I had to run over to a bicycle shop to get air in my tires, I did not have a tire pump with a pressure guage.

  I had this small gizmo for 2 full days before I got a chance to take it out for a test drive. The first time I had it out to ride it, I stood on it for a full 35 minutes powerless to get it to go. I might add I was stubbornly refusing to “kick off”. Here is a hint: DO NOT initiation out by trying to learn on an incline. Either find yourself a long,gentle downhill slope or a flat surface.

  Once I change locations, wah lah and eureka! With only about 20 minutes left I got to have some, allbeit slow-going, fun. But I learned a “sweet spot” in making forward momentum.

  I got to truly ride it for a bit more than an hour the following day…..what a fantastic work out…..and I was exhilerated, hooked, and tired. It was fantastic!

  The third ride I only had about 10 minutes…then two days of close to 20 minutes to ride. None of these were as excellent as the 2nd time I got to ride it.

  Now today my 5th ride…..I had 40 minutes. It was key. I was able to go up some hills and all around my neighborhood (of course, strategically training it so I was not going uphill the whole way). I rode for about 4 miles.

  This is such a hoot. I would heartily recommend the T78 Deluxe. Do your research, get a trikke that is size appropriate for you, be determined that if a name else can ride one of these, so can you! If you get a trikke and need help in getting it moving, there’s all kinds of help online. If you know a name who rides one, it may help you get going quicker than I did if you can at least watch them ride for a bit.

  The 3-wheeled platform gives the rider stability, the rubber tires are excellent for traction and give a soft ride. I am so glad I got a model with rubber tires!

  I was very tentative and thought about making this buy for about a month or so before I bit the bullet. It has been a fantastic buy for me.

  I researched several other brands, I liked the way this company makes their 3-wheeled cambering vehicles.

  If you get one, I hope to see your review here, too. I look forward to reading about how much fun you are having on your trikke.

• 4. S. Oneill  |  July 27th, 2010 at 7:48 pm

  Review by S. Oneill for Trikke T78 Deluxe Green
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  I received my trikke and had my spouse help me place it together. I have been riding it now for 2 weeks and in all honesty you must be patient as it is a learned skill to figure out how to make it go. Once you find your sweet spot as they call it, it’s a lot of fun! Not sure how much winter riding I’ll get done in the New england winter but can’t wait for jump.

• 5. Gregory Jaurigue  |  July 27th, 2010 at 8:26 pm

  Review by Gregory Jaurigue for Trikke T78 Deluxe Green
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  The Trikke is an innovative device that is somewhat like a scooter and a Ripstick. Forward motion is done via swerving left and right in a excellent rhythm. It gives quite a workout once you get the hang of it. The only complaint I have is the price which runs in the $300 range. I was able to get this Trikke at $74 cheaper than from the Vendor site thanks to Amazon. If you are looking for a new workout leisure activity, have superfluous money and would use it to get around then I recommend buying a Trikke, if not it’s cheaper going with a Ripstick or Scooter or you could really buy both for the price of a Trikke.

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