What kind of vehicle is rhis velomobile? It look cute. Is it powered by engine or a motor? My orher concern is its roadworthiness rating or is it just like bicycles that have registration.
I like it an really curious how did you build it. I do hope you can share.
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The Velo is a recumbent tricycle with a carbon fiber faring, which reduces wind drag. Mine is completely human powered, but there are models that include a battery assist (with a significant trade off on one’s range). It is categorized legally as a ‘bicycle’, which in most US jurisdictions allows a rider the right side of the road...
(Whether or not driver’s respect the rider’s legal right to be on the road is another matter...😁)
It was built for me by Velomobile.nl and shipped from the Netherlands to the US...
I’ve gone on several lengthy trips or tours... Because it is a recumbent and has a significantly reduced wind resistance, a person of average to above average fitness can go quite a distance. I’ve travelled 125 miles in a single day and 65-85 miles on consecutive days without too much distress... And been able to pack significant cargo - tent, sleeping bag or (on one occasion) a set of golf clubs...
It isn’t cheap but will tell you - I’ve never been less than thrilled that I bought it! There are times when it feels like gliding on air...
Thank you spending your time explain your Velo ride. Its just my curiousity and ignorance. I really like it and do more research on recumbent velo. Keep on posting.