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First post here.

After the bike accident four months ago and ongoing physical, cognitive, and occupational therapy, I have finally dealt with the vertigo, short breath, and boredom at home.

Rather than take a chance on falling again to end up with a more severe tbi or rebroken ribs, clavicle, shoulder blades, and skull, I purchased a Catrike 700 recumbent trike. It allows me to cruise at 20 mph without passing out and is very comfortable and fun.

While it is disappointing to give up bicycles after riding century rides , touring the Oregon Coast bike trail solo, and riding 100 miles a week after work, the Catrike is amazing.

After the first ride of 20 miles, I completely forgot about the deafness and tinnitus in my left ear, the depression and insomnia, and the four months off of work. I ride with a friend mornings before cognitive and occupational therapy, and this weekend we are going for 30 miles.

I know that there are others who were injured in bike accidents.a the recumbent trike is a good consideration if like me, you want to avoid further injury.

Cheers,

Matt