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Trikke T7 Review

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• Originally published in TrikkeWord Magazine

In the beginning when Trikke started out, There were four main versions of the carving vehicle. We had the T5, T6, T7 and the timeless T8. The numbers represent the wheel size with a frame to match. A Trikke sized for everyone in the family.

They were all polished aluminum beauties. There weren't any color choices, except for the wheels. Over the years many of these models either changed or were replaced. With all the current carving vehicles in the Trikke line-up, It seemed now was the time to fill a gap. What gap you ask? A gap that brings performance, versatility and affordability to the entry level consumer. While there are a full line of standard fold-able Trikke's available, one model that faded into the history books, the T7, has come back to us with a whole new look.
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Trikke T7 Assembly


Trikke T7 Assembly
Originally published in TrikkeWorld Magazine

The all-new
Trikke T7C is a fully convertible model that can accept 6-8 inch poly-urethane wheels and 8.5 inch air tires. This carving machine is presented at an affordable price from $169 to 179. Assembly requires a bit more than what we are used to with Trikke, but one needn't fret.  The Trikke T7 shouldn't take more than 30 minutes to set up (and that's being generous).
For those with a phobia against assembly manuals, check out the video,
(Trikke T7 "What's in the Box" Assembly)
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City Councilwoman Rae Gabelich Tries a Trikke. She Likes It!

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Originally published in TrikkeWorld Magazine

The relationship between the three-wheel wonder known as the Trikke and the city of Long Beach, CA, just got a little friendlier after Mayor Bob Foster and Councilwoman Rae Gabelich were introduced to yet another bike-like alternative for the most bike friendly city in America.

The meeting took place on Wednesday, June 1, 2011, in the Bixby Knolls neighborhood at a press conference highlighting the city’s Bike Friendly Districts, designated areas where local businesses and residents are encouraged to cycle their way to discounts, better health and a more active community.

The diverse, urban beach town with half a million residents is in the midst of a decades-long makeover that’s turning Long Beach into, not only the most bike friendly city, but the most bike-alternative friendly city as well.
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Record Attendance at Socal LSM

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Originally published in TrikkeWorld Magazine

A total of 45 So Cal carvers
rock and rolled their way along the Pacific Coast during today’s Last Saturday of the Month Ride in Long Beach, setting a new attendance record for a group Trikke ride in Southern California.

The May edition of the LSM Ride, sponsored by
SouthBay Trikke, Long Beach Trikkers and TrikkeWorld Magazine, signaled the unofficial start of the summer season for the So Cal Trikke Circuit, which includes endurance rides in Orange and Ventura Counties over the next two weekends. Read More...
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New Fashion Trend

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Our SouthBay Trikke customers do all kinds of unique and interesting things with their Trikkes. Here is what Heather Cohen, a talent agent of the Weiss Agency, decided to do with her Tribred Pon-e.

She could have had Harry Winston adorn her with a diamond encrusted necklace, or Gucci design her a little black dress, but for last night’s 36th annual Gracie Awards honoring women in the media, talent agent Heather Cohen of the Weiss Agency chose a different kind of fashion statement: a little black dress and a white Trikke Tribred Pon-e.
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Safety in the shop

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Today reality hit me like a ton of bricks. I had a situation where a customer came in for a tire change. The trikke owners are close friends of ours here at SouthBay Trikke. My customers were sitting, chatting it up with me. Mary Lou on a stool to my left and Dave in a chair to my right.

Nothing out of the norm. I removed the tube and installed a new one....
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What is a Carving Vehicle?

What is a Trikke?
The Trikke is an innovative three-wheeled vehicle that takes the best of the popular vehicles of today and combines them into a completely new machine in form, function, and riding experience. The patented technology makes it possible for a rider to propel the Trikke forward without pushing or pedaling... just rock and roll!

How is it different?
Often mistaken as a scooter when seen for the first time, the Trikke immediately sets itself apart when a rider hops on and takes the first few turns. People often ask "What makes it move?"
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Buying a Trikke online.

Should you buy a Trikke online? This question has been asked many times over. One of the reasons is obvious in that there are not a lot of places to see a Trikke let alone ride one. Read More...
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Trikke Size Chart

Trikke Size Chart
Making the right choice when buying a trikke can really affect how well you progress. Learning to ride a trikke is not difficult but takes a bit of practice to get the groove on. If you start off on a model that does not fit you, riding can be a bit more challenging.

I had a conversation with a gal who wanted to purchase a Trikke for her grandson, she had no idea which model would work best for her family member. The best possible way to know for sure is to actually go and see one for your self and stand next to it. That is not always an option. Here is a link to a Trikke Sizing Chart to get a basic head start on which model will be right for you. Read More...
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Steve in NM

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Although Spring sprung upon these tendrils of the Rockies with rain showers and wildflowers — today (April 23) we’re socked in with a massive snow event! Between the rain and snow storms, I’ve managed to get in the first Trikke Lessons of the season — the first being a great gentleman who trekked all the way up to me from El Paso with his new T8A.

After the intro lesson, and making assurances that he’d get past the initial frustration and get rolling — and putting him on my T12 and TPone – so he could feel the joy of riding other Ts — he’s ordered a T12 for himself – and a T67 for his grand daughter! Read More...
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