I went ahead and purchased the "Savage" unicycle yesterday. It
rides well, but here is my assessment...
The frame is essentially the same as the CyclePro that I currently
own. It is slightly narrower, but not very noticably.
The fork is joined to the hub by two hex nuts on either
side. It is not drilled through both sides, so they only stick
out on the exterior. The seat post is infinitely variable and has
a quick-release collar!
The cranks are joined to the axle by cotter pins, but they are not
sunk as deeply as the CyclePro. The pedals are light-weight plastic
with orange reflectors. They don't spin freely, so freemounting is
easier (This may change over time).
The saddle is the same design as the CyclePro, with chrome bumpers
on either side and may be titled about the post by means of a geared
nut. The saddle is well padded and has imitation leather rather
than plastic. Very comfortable!
The big problems:
o The quick-release handle hits the inside of the rider's thigh
o The padding shifts slightly and rubs
o Cotter pins in the cranks
o Pin based frame-hub joint
The good parts:
o Very well padded saddle
o Quick-release seat post
o Bumpers on the saddle
o Cheap (US$80)
I don't know how many crossings the spoke arrangement is. What
are the choices? I also am not certain the bearing arrangement
in the hub.
Does anyone else have experience with this brand? It seems to
be a good first-unicycle to learn how to ride, but the cotter pins
may deteriorate quickly and render it unridable. I'll post an
update later if there is any interest.
Back on top!
Tramm
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