The
ICE Compact Flat Twist (C.F.T) fold is standard on all ICE Adventure and Sprint trikes. The folding
is based around a lightweight heat treated aluminium hinge on the main frame.
This allows the rear of the trike to pivot so that the rear wheel fits snugly
between the front wheels. To fold, you simply release the seat by unscrewing the
retention knobs and a quick release lever, once this has been done the
handlebars are folded by loosening a quick release lever, from here it's just a
quick release on the main frame and you're ready to go. Folding the trike is
normally completed in well under 30 seconds. The fold has been designed to work
with ICE accessories such as our racks and mudguards.
Whether
it's putting the trike in the back of the car to visit a local trail or loading
it onto a small airplane for the tour of your life, the ICE C.F.T fold provides
the convenience and portability you need.
Technical Information
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The ICE front and rear Road Response Suspension (R.R.S) is the result of over three years of continued development. The system has been specifically engineered to answer the suspension requirements of trikes ensuring a smooth and controlled ride whatever the surface.
The
ICE front Road Response Suspension (R.R.S) is the result of over three years of
continued development. The system has been specifically engineered to answer
the suspension requirements of trikes and delivers 40mm (1.57”) of smooth
controlled travel . As well as using our in house expertise, we've worked with
outside experts to ensure the delivered product meets our exacting standards.
Made from heat treated 6061 T6 aircraft grade aluminium the unit delivers
strength and stiffness combined with light weight to ensure you don't notice
the suspension working, you just notice the smooth ride and controlled
handling.
Rear Suspension
The
ICE rear Road Response Suspension (R.R.S) system is the result of over 10 years
of tireless development and testing. Providing up to 100mm (4 inches) of rear
wheel travel, the suspension delivers comfort without compromising the accurate
handling and control for which ICE trikes are famed. The system also minimises
rear end squat during pedalling to ensure optimum power transfer. The rear suspension has been designed to give a high level of adjustability and durability, we have also developed a full range of racks and accessories to be fitted to our suspension models.
Technical Information
Front
Suspension
Technical Information
Designing
front suspension for trikes provides unique challenges. How does the trike
perform under heavy braking? How do you eliminate bump steer? After examining
many options we decided to develop a double leading link system. The benefits
of this system are as follows:
Bump Steer
Bump
steer is a situation in which the steering of a trike is affected by the
movement of the front suspension. The ICE front Road Response Suspension
(R.R.S) eliminates bump steer. This results from the fact that the steering
track rod is independent of the suspension system and does not move up and down
with the suspension system. This ensures that the trike does not start steering
itself when it hits larger bumps and surface irregularities.
Brake Dive
The
ICE front suspension utilises a double leading link system with anti-dive built
in. This is a feature which cannot be added to the suspension, but has to
be designed in from the start. Many cycle suspension designs have no
anti-dive, and some can even provoke diving under braking. Single link and
parallel link designs are well known for producing unwanted suspension movement
when the brakes are applied; the quicker you stop, the more undesirable the
effect on the suspension. Our double link system provides an element
of stability under braking that helps to ensure a stable and predictable
steering response under the most challenging conditions.
Dynamic
handling & Minimal roll
Here
at ICE we love riding trikes which are sharp and poised with controlled and
dynamic handling. One of our concerns when developing a front suspension was to
avoid developing a trike with mushy or vague handling. To avoid this scenario,
we tested different suspension systems experimenting with differing levels of
suspension travel. We found that while longer travel systems performed well in
mountain biking situations they did not give precise on road handling without
requiring heavy and expensive anti-roll bars. At this point we decided to focus
our suspension towards road, track, and trail use, allowing us to reduce the
maximum travel to 40mm (1.57") to deliver precise handling and light
weight. We'll freely admit that our front suspension is not great for 8"
(200mm) mountain bike style drop offs, but if you're riding on roads, trails
and tracks; we feel it delivers an unmatched balance of precise handling and a
smooth comfortable ride.
Durability
and Longevity
ICE
trikes are renowned for their durability and longevity, this leads to them
being a popular choice for world tours. With this in mind, we've designed our
front suspension for minimal maintenance. All moving parts are made from
aircraft grade 6061 T6 aluminium which is precision ground or CNC machined
followed by heat treating and hard-anodising processes. These moving parts run
in replaceable self-lubricating bearing sleeves which are engineered to last
the life of the trike. To further aid longevity the springing system is
protected from grit and debris by a rubber gaiter.
Elastomer
Based System
The
ICE front Road Response Suspension (R.R.S) system is based on a elastomeric
spring unit. This has been optimised for both small bump and large bump
response and also has a natural damping effect which helps control wheel
movement over repeated surface irregularities.
Fully
Adjustable
At
ICE we always try to fit the trike to the rider. This is why we offer a
selection of spring units for the front suspension, so the suspension
performance can be optimised to rider weight and riding style.
Advanced
Design and Engineering
The
ICE front Road Response Suspension has been developed using the latest Computer
Aided Design (CAD) and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) technology. In addition to
this, our test rigs have simulated over 100,000 full load cycles to ensure the
suspension is up to rigorous use, many riders won't go this far.... but it's
nice to know.
Rear
Suspension
The
ICE Road Response Suspension (R.R.S) is based on a 7005 T6 series heat treated
triangulated rear frame which combines exceptional stiffness and low weight to
ensure precise handling even in extreme loading and riding situations.
Utilising self lubricating and adjustable bushes running on precision-ground
hollow oversized stainless steel pins, the suspension pivot gives low friction
conditions and virtually eliminates stiction within the suspension system.
Our
Road Response Suspension (R.R.S) uses an elastomeric springing unit; this was
selected due to its integral damping qualities, responsiveness and low
maintenance requirements. Three grades of elastomer of differing stiffnesses
combine with a five position adjustment system allow the suspension to be
quickly and easily tuned to precisely suit the rider and riding conditions.
As
with all ICE products our Road Response Suspension was developed and optimised
on our CAD systems prior to the first development prototypes being made for
testing.
Our Rider Positioning System ensures your trike is individually customised to fit you.
At
ICE we believe that good rides start with a trike which fits well. Our Rider
Positioning System (R.P.S) covers a combination of features which we've
developed to ensure the perfect rider fit.
Adjustable Boom and Seat
Angle Adjustment
This
starts with our adjustable boom which allows the boom to be extended and
retracted to fit your leg length. Riders can then adjust the seat angle to one of four positions over a 7.5 degree range. This may not sound like much adjustment but having the seat angle just right for you makes a big difference to your comfort. The ICE mesh seat can be tuned to the perfect fit to your back by adjusting individual straps on the back of the seat.
Custom Brackets and Short
Arm Cranks and Seat Types
We've
developed custom designed brackets for shorter and taller riders giving a total
X-Seam range of 35 to 50 inches (see our rider fitting page for more details).
Shorter riders can also order short arm cranks to ensure the most comfortable
ride. Where fitted, the ICE
headrest can be adjusted to provide optimum support.
Anodised Parts
Adjustable
parts such as the boom and the seat back rest clamp are hard black anodised,
helping to prevent cosmetic wear under continuous use, the boom also has
laser-etched fit markings which allow riders to quickly adjust the trike back
to their ideal riding position.
Technical Information
FF Bracket for Short Riders
The
FF bracket moves the front seat mount forward for very short legged riders.
Short riders on the Sprint or Vortex who use this bracket and would like to be
more upright would also need the TT bracket which can be ordered from your
dealer.
FB Bracket for Tall Riders
The
FB bracket - moves the front seat mount backwards for very long legged riders.
Note that using this bracket with the hard shell seat will reduce the maximum
recline available.
Short Crank Chainset Option
For
shorter riders we can supply a front chainset with 152mm cranks in place of the
more standard 170mm. These cranks come with alloy CNC machined 22/32/44 tooth
chain rings on a 64/104 - 4 arm spider. The rings are smaller than those used
on the standard chainset we use and hence give a more appropriate lower gear
spread. Short cranks give greatly improved comfort for shorter riders and are
recommended for those under approximately 5'4". They are essential for
riders under approximately 5'2" to give comfort and proper fit on the
trike. Please see Trike Size page for more information.
The
ICE Adventure has a custom designed frame to give a higher, more upright
seating position. This allows easy access and gives a great view of the route
ahead. The ICE Adventure also gives great ground clearance for those who are
riding on rocky surfaces.
At
ICE we're proud of our trike's handling and that's why we developed a custom
frame with a higher seating position as opposed to just raising the seat
height from a lower frame, thus ensuring you retain the hallmark ICE handling and ride qualities
combined with the benefits of a higher seating position.
One of the challenges for
trike designers is giving a wide gear range on a machine with a smaller back
wheel. Our custom Capreo gearing system gives a very wide range of gears
enabling riders to go from climbing mountain passes on a fully loaded touring trike to being able to pedal at over 30mph (45 km/h) – if you are fit enough!. A standard
bicycle gearing system when used with a 20” rear wheel gives a much reduced
gear range which can compromise hill climbing or high speed riding ability.
Bryan Ball Managing Editor
Bentrideronline – ICE Sprint test May 2010
“All of the components
worked well on the Sprint also. I especially appreciated the custom gearing
package that ICE has designed. Shimano no longer makes the Capreo rear hub and
its 9-26 cassette but ICE now builds their own version. The shiny sealed
cartridge bearing ICE rear hub is miles nicer than the Shimano version ever was
and the custom designed 9-32 9-Speed cassette provided a lot more range than
the original as well. ICE matches up this wide range rear wheel gearing to a
Truvativ Firex crankset with 26-36-48 chainrings. That yields a low gear of
about 15″ and a high gear of 97″. That is just about pitch perfect for your
average rider. The steps between the gears are very well spaced also. I never
felt like I was making a huge jump between them. I rarely condone plagiarism
but I would encourage every manufacturer of a trike with a 20″ drivewheel to
copy this layout immediately. Even with the full suspension, the Sprint was
quick enough to use all of those gear inches.”
All
models in the Adventure range are available with an HD (Heavy Duty) upgrade,
making them a more comfortable option for the larger or taller rider. The HD
option includes: a luxuriously wide deep seat, enhanced frame engineering for
riders up to 325lbs, wider track giving increased cockpit space and stability,
and Big Apple tyres for a smoother ride. The HD option is available in Marine Blue
only.
The ICE front and rear Road Response Suspension (R.R.S) is the result of over three years of continued development. The system has been specifically engineered to answer the suspension requirements of trikes ensuring a smooth and controlled ride whatever the surface.
The ICE front Road Response Suspension (R.R.S) is the result of over
three years of continued development. The system has been specifically
engineered to answer the suspension requirements of trikes and delivers 40mm
(1.57”) of smooth controlled travel . As well as using our in house expertise,
we've worked with outside experts to ensure the delivered product meets our
exacting standards. Made from heat treated 6061 T6 aircraft grade aluminium the
unit delivers strength and stiffness combined with light weight to ensure you
don't notice the suspension working, you just notice the smooth ride and
controlled handling.
Rear Suspension
The ICE rear Road
Response Suspension (R.R.S) system is the result of over 10 years of tireless development
and testing. Providing up to 100mm (4 inches) of rear wheel travel, the
suspension delivers comfort without compromising the accurate handling and
control for which ICE trikes are famed. The system also minimises rear end
squat during pedalling to ensure optimum power transfer. The rear suspension
has been designed to give a high level of adjustability and durability, we have also
developed a full range of racks and accessories to be fitted to our suspension
models.
Technical Information
Front Suspension
Technical Information
Designing front
suspension for trikes provides unique challenges. How does the trike perform
under heavy braking? How do you eliminate bump steer? After examining many
options we decided to develop a double leading link system. The benefits of this
system are as follows:
Bump Steer
Bump steer is a
situation in which the steering of a trike is affected by the movement of the
front suspension. The ICE front Road Response Suspension (R.R.S) eliminates
bump steer. This results from the fact that the steering track rod is
independent of the suspension system and does not move up and down with the
suspension system. This ensures that the trike does not start steering itself
when it hits larger bumps and surface irregularities.
Brake Dive
The ICE front suspension
utilises a double leading link system with anti-dive built in. This is a
feature which cannot be added to the suspension, but has to be designed in from
the start. Many cycle suspension designs have no anti-dive, and some can
even provoke diving under braking. Single link and parallel link designs
are well known for producing unwanted suspension movement when the brakes are
applied; the quicker you stop, the more undesirable the effect on the
suspension. Our double link system provides an element of stability
under braking that helps to ensure a stable and predictable steering response
under the most challenging conditions.
Dynamic handling & Minimal roll
Here at ICE we love
riding trikes which are sharp and poised with controlled and dynamic handling.
One of our concerns when developing a front suspension was to avoid developing
a trike with mushy or vague handling. To avoid this scenario, we tested
different suspension systems experimenting with differing levels of suspension
travel. We found that while longer travel systems performed well in mountain
biking situations they did not give precise on road handling without requiring
heavy and expensive anti-roll bars. At this point we decided to focus our
suspension towards road, track, and trail use, allowing us to reduce the
maximum travel to 40mm (1.57") to deliver precise handling and light
weight. We'll freely admit that our front suspension is not great for 8"
(200mm) mountain bike style drop offs, but if you're riding on roads, trails
and tracks; we feel it delivers an unmatched balance of precise handling and a
smooth comfortable ride.
Durability and Longevity
ICE trikes are
renowned for their durability and longevity, this leads to them being a popular
choice for world tours. With this in mind, we've designed our front suspension
for minimal maintenance. All moving parts are made from aircraft grade 6061 T6
aluminium which is precision ground or CNC machined followed by heat treating
and hard-anodising processes. These moving parts run in replaceable
self-lubricating bearing sleeves which are engineered to last the life of the
trike. To further aid longevity the springing system is protected from grit and
debris by a rubber gaiter.
Elastomer Based System
The ICE front Road
Response Suspension (R.R.S) system is based on a elastomeric spring unit. This
has been optimised for both small bump and large bump response and also has a
natural damping effect which helps control wheel movement over repeated surface
irregularities.
Fully Adjustable
At ICE we always
try to fit the trike to the rider. This is why we offer a selection of spring
units for the front suspension, so the suspension performance can be optimised
to rider weight and riding style.
Advanced Design and Engineering
The ICE front Road
Response Suspension has been developed using the latest Computer Aided Design
(CAD) and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) technology. In addition to this, our
test rigs have simulated over 100,000 full load cycles to ensure the suspension
is up to rigorous use, many riders won't go this far.... but it's nice to know.
Rear Suspension
The ICE Road
Response Suspension (R.R.S) is based on a 7005 T6 series heat treated
triangulated rear frame which combines exceptional stiffness and low weight to
ensure precise handling even in extreme loading and riding situations.
Utilising self lubricating and adjustable bushes running on precision-ground
hollow oversized stainless steel pins, the suspension pivot gives low friction
conditions and virtually eliminates stiction within the suspension system.
Our Road Response
Suspension (R.R.S) uses an elastomeric springing unit; this was selected due to
its integral damping qualities, responsiveness and low maintenance
requirements. Three grades of elastomer of differing stiffnesses combine with a
five position adjustment system allow the suspension to be quickly and easily
tuned to precisely suit the rider and riding conditions.
As with all ICE
products our Road Response Suspension was developed and optimised on our CAD
systems prior to the first development prototypes being made for testing.
Our Rider Positioning System ensures your trike is individually customised to fit you.
At
ICE we believe that good rides start with a trike which fits well. Our Rider
Positioning System (R.P.S) covers a combination of features which we've
developed to ensure the perfect rider fit.
Adjustable Boom and Seat
Angle Adjustment
This
starts with our adjustable boom which allows the boom to be extended and
retracted to fit your leg length. Riders can then adjust the seat angle to one of four positions over a 7.5 degree range. This may not sound like much adjustment but having the seat angle just right for you makes a big difference to your comfort. The ICE mesh seat can be tuned to the perfect fit to your back by adjusting individual straps on the back of the seat.
Custom Brackets and Short
Arm Cranks and Seat Types
We've
developed custom designed brackets for shorter and taller riders giving a total
X-Seam range of 35 to 50 inches (see our rider fitting page for more details).
Shorter riders can also order short arm cranks to ensure the most comfortable
ride. Where fitted, the ICE
headrest can be adjusted to provide optimum support.
Anodised Parts
Adjustable
parts such as the boom and the seat back rest clamp are hard black anodised,
helping to prevent cosmetic wear under continuous use, the boom also has
laser-etched fit markings which allow riders to quickly adjust the trike back
to their ideal riding position.
Technical Information
FF Bracket for Short Riders
The FF bracket moves the front seat mount forward for very short legged riders. Short riders on the Sprint or Vortex who use this bracket and would like to be more upright would also need the TT bracket which can be ordered from your dealer.
FB Bracket for Tall Riders
The FB bracket - moves the front seat mount backwards for very long legged riders. Note that using this bracket with the hard shell seat will reduce the maximum recline available.
Short Crank Chainset Option
For shorter riders we can supply a front chainset with 152mm cranks in place of the more standard 170mm. These cranks come with alloy CNC machined 22/32/44 tooth chain rings on a 64/104 - 4 arm spider. The rings are smaller than those used on the standard chainset we use and hence give a more appropriate lower gear spread. Short cranks give greatly improved comfort for shorter riders and are recommended for those under approximately 5'4". They are essential for riders under approximately 5'2" to give comfort and proper fit on the trike. Please see Trike Size page for more information.
Those who ride regularly will appreciate the
usefulness of a parking brake. ICE
has developed a V type parking brake which is fitted as standard to all ICE
Adventure and Sprint models. Actuated by a simple thumb shifter, the parking
brake is easy and convenient to use. For those who are touring on a heavily
loaded trike, ICE offer a disc parking brake which also can function as a drag
brake on long steep descents.
The
ICE Adventure has a range of carrying options from our custom designed rack to
recumbent specific panniers.
ICE Custom Designed
Suspension Rack
The
ICE luggage rack has been specifically designed to complement our Road Response
Suspension (R.R.S) by ensuring that heavily loaded trikes still have a
responsive suspension system whilst also providing a stable and strong platform
for luggage. ICE also sells a rack to fit our hard tail trikes.
ICE Radical Bags
ICE
has worked with Radical to create a range of custom designed removable
lightweight storage solutions for your ICE trike. Our Radical bags fit directly over the seat giving a lightweight
and useful storage system.
ICE Side Bag Mount
The
ICE side bag mount gives easy and convenient storage which can be accessed from
a seated riding position. The side bag mount fitting will accept a range of
handlebar bags; we sell and recommend Altura bar bags. Please see the
accessories section of the trike rotator for more information.
Fitted as standard to the 2011 ICE Sprint, the Ergo-Flow seat utilises the latest in advanced materials delivering comfort and great support combined with striking good looks.
The seat features several several advanced features;
Ergo-Fit Technology: The seat frame has been precisely designed and constructed to provide optimum support for your back. The frame is complemented by the integrated breathable seat pad and the side support bolsters.
Integrated All Weather Pockets: We've designed integral pockets into the seat which add convenience for small items such as phones and keys. The pockets are sealed with a mountain specification water resistant zip.
Breathable Technology: When riding a recumbent you want to stay cool. Our seats uses advanced breathable materials to maximise airflow around the rider helping to ensure a supportive, comfortable and cool ride.
Great Looks: We've taken the latest materials from the world of outdoor adventure and applied those to our Ergo-Flow seat. This ensures the seat looks good when new and is designed to stand the test of time.
All trikes in the Adventure HD range are fitted with a winder, deeper Ergo-Flow seat. The HD Ergo-Flow seat utilises the same high quality materials and construction technology as the standard ICE Ergo-Flow seat.
Technical Information
When we developed this new seat cover we decided to pursue a
no-compromise approach when it came to selecting the very best materials and
construction for performance and durability and comfort.
From June the covers will be enhanced further by the addition
of reflective patches.
Cordura 1000D
Used in the top section and edges of the cover
Cordura fabrics are used in military wear and performance
apparel.
It is used here for its durability and resistance to
abrasions, tears and scuffs.
Spacer mesh Used
for side cushions
Breathable, soft and flexible spacer material makes seat
covers comfortable in all weather conditions. The perforated nylon layer offers
high breathability. The construction allows the fabric to be stretched and
compressed in all directions, creating a cushioning effect. This helps provides
perfect fit and enhances the support of the seat.
Leno Mesh Used in
the central panel
Nylon low stretch, ultra strong, super breathable and very
durable material developed for marine applications.
Used here to provide a firm base to facilitate efficient
pedalling, while being supremely breathable.
CSM (Hypalon)
Used on back
Practically indestructible. High strength, excellent
weathering, and abrasion resistance, another material developed for marine
applications.
This material is used for its strength, abrasion resistance
at critical wear points and its ability to allow technical shaping of parts
that would be hard to achieve with other materials.
The Adventure HD (Heavy Duty) option is packed with features to ensure the larger rider a more comfortable ride. The HD-specific cruciform profile provides increased cockpit space and stability. A luxuriously wide deep seat is fitted for enhanced comfort, and Big Apple tyres allow for a smoother ride.
The
frame is the heart of any trike, dealing with the irregularities of the road
surface, handling external forces and the forces exerted by the rider. A well
designed and constructed frame is key to providing a great riding experience.
The ICE optimised frame is constructed from a 4130 Chromoly heat treated cruciform
combined with 7005 T6 heat treated aluminium boom and rear end sections. This
provides a stiff platform for efficient power transfer whilst providing a
comfortable ride which minimises rider fatigue on longer trips. The frame is
fitted with cable guides and brazes-ons to ensure tidy cable routing and enable
riders to attach racks and other accessories. For added convenience all ICE Adventure and Sprint frames fold.
At
ICE we take great pride in the detail finish of our products, many items of the
frame are CNC machined to reduce weight and deliver a product which is truly
exceptional, spend some time examining our rear drop outs or king posts and I'm
sure you'll agree the effort’s been worthwhile.
All ICE trikes have a high quality Mirrycle
mirror and ICE custom 3 piece flag fitted as standard.
The
Mirrycle mirror attaches to the handlebars and gives a clear view of
approaching traffic.
The
ICE 3 piece flag fits into a mount on the seat. The flag has been designed for
quiet operation and minimal aerodynamic drag; it has also been thoroughly
tested to ensure it is robust in strong sunlight and heavy rain and high winds.
During
the last 25 years the ICE team have pursued a relentless development program to
perfect the frame geometry. This has resulted in our No Brake Steer (N.B.S)
frame geometry which ensures the trike steering is not affected by braking:
vital for safe stopping from high speeds.
Stability
at high speeds is key to any trike, here at ICE we ride in demanding hilly
territory and regularly exceed 40 mph during our high speed stability tests.
This ensures that the trike is designed to deliver the ultimate ride on your
next descent.
At ICE our many years of design and riding experience has given us a deep understanding of what is needed to create a stable trike with good handling. This allows us to create trikes with good handling characteristics straight off the drawing board. This experience is complemented by a rigorous testing regime consisting of many miles of arduous riding. This ensures we have trikes which help riders enjoy a safe and secure ride on high speed twisty descents and on bumpy road surfaces.
All Adventure HD models have a wider cruciform track profile, increased cockpit space and stability compared to standard models.
The ICE trikes boast a 25 year lineage, relentless development combined with continuous improvement, resulting in what are arguably the world's ultimate trikes.
We've been designing trikes for over 25 years, and
we like to think we're pretty good at it now. Your new ICE trike is the
ultimate expression of those many years of continuous research and development.
It may be your first trike, but it's good to know that it's got a proud lineage
and some of the best minds in the business behind it as you descend that big
hill!
We
at ICE are proud of our trikes and want to ensure that you share that pride for
many years to come.
Our
painting process begins with a thorough preparation of our frames to remove any
welding residues, the main frame is then painted with an ICE selected tough
powder coat which gives a rich base coat, this is followed by a lacquer coat to
gives that lustrous finish which characterises ICE trikes. The frames are then given an internal
anti corrosion treatment to aid longevity. Parts such as the boom and the rear
end which interface with the main frame are given a hard black anodised coating
which helps ensure that these parts stay showroom fresh after many years of
use.
New technology enables us to develop more
sophisticated trikes and to analyse the performance of our trikes by computer.
Whilst this will never be a substitute for our rigorous real world and bench testing
programs it allows us to develop sophisticated technologies and bring these to
our customers in a shorter timescale.
All
ICE trike models go through a structured and rigorous testing program. Only
once this has been completed successfully are the products released to the
market. This testing consists of both real world riding with data logging
equipment and bench tests which simulate repeated harsh riding conditions.
It’s
unlikely that you will ever push your trike to these extremes in normal riding,
but it’s good to know that your trike was built for much more than everyday
riding.
ICE
trikes are chosen by some of the world's more adventurous long distance touring
cyclists. Long rides over rough and uncompromising terrain, combined with
extreme climbs and descents often form the backbone of these journeys. In
addition to the extreme terrain, the trikes are normally heavily loaded and
often receive maintenance only when time and the journey allows.
Through
all these challenges adventurers continue to choose standard ICE trikes for
their adventure. So you can be sure, whatever your next ride, your trike is
ready for the challenge.
ICE trikes are manufactured using the latest techniques combined with traditional craftsmanship and rigorous quality control ensuring a consistently high quality product.
ICE trikes are constructed using a variety of
methods, we use both traditional craftsmanship and advanced processes depending
on which will deliver the highest quality. Some of our manufacturing techniques
include CNC machining, laser cutting and forging. During our manufacturing
operations we have rigorous quality control processes to ensure that your trike
performs to the highest possible standard.
All ICE trikes are finished and assembled in our UK
headquarters by a team of dedicated technicians. Keeping these processes close
means that we are able to personally inspect each component before constructing
individual trikes to order. The care and attention taken to build and pack each
trike ensures the highest quality, consistency and customer satisfaction.
At ICE we're proud of the details which make our
trikes special. Our rear wheel drop outs are an example of this approach, these
press forged components save weight as well as looking great. They are also
compatible with rear disc braking systems and hub gear systems to give you the
flexibility to fit different components to your trike in the future.
There is deeper hidden design thinking behind the dropouts. On all our frames both dropouts are offset 6mm (1/4") to the right moving the chain over 6mm, this combined with our super strong un-dished rear wheels leaves the tyre in the centre of the trike while dramatically improving chain and derailleur clearances to the tyre.
The ICE kingposts are made from CNC machined 7005
T6 heat treated aluminium, the result of this is a lightweight stiff kingpost
with a 2010 kingpost weighing less than half of our old kingposts. The
kingposts support the front wheels and a stiff kingpost contributes to the
accurate handling for which ICE trikes are famed.
The ICE custom handlebars are made from heat
treated aerospace aluminium, which is hard black anodised. The handlebars are
adjustable for width and angle; these adjustments are quick and easy to do,
just loosen the quick release levers. The handlebars also have laser etched
markings so users can reposition the bars to their desired setting.
The boom on ICE trikes is hard black anodised on
the section which interfaces with the main frame, this tough surface helps keep
a smart finish on a boom which is frequently adjusted within the trike. The
boom also has laser etched markings which allow riders to know their preferred
boom position setting.
ICE have spent many years refining the geometry of their trikes, this geometry ensures that steering is not effected by braking – we call this No Brake Steer geometry
During the last 25 years the ICE team have pursued
a relentless development program to perfect the frame geometry. This has
resulted in our No Brake Steer (N.B.S) frame geometry which ensures the trike
steering is not affected by braking: vital for safe stopping from high speeds.
Stability at high speeds is key
to any trike, here at ICE we ride in demanding hilly territory and regularly
exceed 40 mph downhill during our high speed stability tests. This ensures that
the trike is designed to deliver the ultimate ride on your next descent.
Here at ICE we've spent a long time developing what we believe is the ultimate trike mudguard system. Front mudguards on trikes are only supported from one side which gives a unique design challenge. A good mudguard must be stiff, strong, light and protect the rider from the wet. It may all sound obvious but not all trike mudguards are the same.
The ICE front mudguard is supported by a powder coated 6061 heat treated aluminium frame with a durable plastic guard body, the guard is adjustable for different tyre sizes, this ensures that it hugs the wheel and keeps the rider dry.
We're aware that many riders like the look of a naked un-guarded trike, for this reason the front guards are quick and easy to remove with just one bolt, and retain all adjustment settings so they fit perfectly when refitted.
For the rear wheel we've developed a lightweight guard which protects the rider from the wet and road grime.
When
we design a new trike we create accessories as part of the design process. This
is very true for our rear rack. Made from aircraft grade heat treated
aluminium, the geometry of the rack has been developed to ensure that even a
very heavy load has a minimal effect on the action of the rear suspension.
To
achieve this the rack has some moving parts; all pivot pins are made from ground
stainless steel mounted in self-lubricating bushes to ensure a long and smooth life. We've put a lot of
effort to ensure that the rack complements everyday life, for this reason all
ICE trikes fitted with a rack can still fold. We've also added thoughtful features such as a comprehensive
rear light mounting plate and tabs to help prevent your luggage straying
forward whilst mounted on the top of the rack.
Customers
can select from buying a top rack without the side plates or buying both the
rack and the side plates for a wider range of carrying options.
The ICE neck rest is fully adjustable for both height and angle, we have versions which can be fitted to hard-shell and mesh seats to provide neck support for increased comfort on long rides. Fitted with a removable padded cover, the neck rest also includes a light mount which provides a good location for fixing any rear light with a "Seat Post" style mount.
The
ICE side "handle bar bag" mount is built to fit a standard bicycle
handlebar bag alongside either side of all mesh seats. The side handlebar bag mount is very
useful for accessing items without getting off the trike.
For
bigger loads, the ICE custom-designed "side pods" are ideal; these
throw-over panniers fit directly to our mesh seats and are significantly
lighter than any rack/pannier combination.
Radical ICE special
side pods for mesh seats
We've
had these bags specially made by Radical for use on all of our mesh seat
models. At 2 x 12.5 liters capacity they are the perfect day riding or
commuting bags with plenty of room for lunch, water-proofs or even an A4
folder. The pair of bags fit directly onto the seat so there is no need for a
rear carrier (saving weight) or you can run these bags and a conventional pair
of panniers if you want to add more touring capacity. The bags can be quickly
removed from the trike just by lifting the pair off the seat. The two front
straps are custom-sized to our seat so there is no need for bulky buckles. The
top strap has an adjustable snap buckle and fits with or without the neck rest.
The zip opening is arranged so that the front of each bag can be opened whilst
riding along - perfect for getting at the snack bars or a camera. Available in
black only with reflective tapes at the rear.
Radical Side
Panniers US
These
larger bags (2 x 28 liters) offer many of the advantages of the ICE sidepods
while allowing higher load capacity on trikes with rear suspension, as some of
the load is supported by the seat instead of it all being on the cantilevered
rack (compared to conventional panniers).
The Flex Pack consists of ICE custom front and rear mudguards, rear rack and ICE custom chain-ring guard. All models in the Adventure and Sprint ranges can be fitted with the Flex Pack to facilitate your commute to work, epic tour or cruise to your local café.
The Flex Pack consists of ICE custom front and rear mudguards, rear rack and ICE custom chain-ring guard. All models in the Adventure and Sprint ranges can be fitted with the Flex Pack to facilitate your commute to work, epic tour or cruise to your local café.
Technical Information
The Convenience Pack consists of a front light mount, neck rest and quick release kit for the wheels, boom and (if fitted) front mudguards. All models in the Adventure and Sprint ranges can be fitted with the Convenience pack, adding helpful accessories to aid your journey.
The Convenience Pack consists of a front light mount, neck rest and quick release kit for the wheels, boom and (if fitted) front mudguards. All models in the Adventure and Sprint ranges can be fitted with the Convenience pack, adding helpful accessories to aid your journey.
The ICE Adventure folding recumbent trike is ideal for exploring the trails or loading up for your next big adventure. With a higher riding position and more upright seating position the Adventure gives excellent accessibility and a great view of the trail ahead.
All Adventure models are available as an HD (Heavy Duty) option, giving a sturdier frame, wider seat and increased cockpit space. The HD is ideal for the larger or taller rider.
ICE Optimised folding frame with 4130 Chromoly steel cruciform and 7005 series aluminium heat treated boom and rear section
Fold
ICE Compact Flat Twist (C.F.T)
Steering
Trackrod ends
Igus Long Life
Headsets
FSA Orbit-X A-head type
Handlebars
ICE Adjustable quad bend
Stem
ICE custom
Standard Fit Accessories
Flag
ICE reflective 3 piece
Mirror
Mountain Mirrycle
Accessory Mounts
Dynamo mount
Left hand mounting
Rear disc parking brake mount
Yes
Rear V brake parking brake mount
V brake fitted
Rear rack mounts
Yes
Bottle mounts
Front boom + Frame
Configuration options
Price so far $2,941.00
If you have already generated a configuration of your trike and emailed/printed it for personal use then you can enter the configuration code located on your document to re-load your personalised trike.
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ICE's High Quality 750ml water bottle is a finishing touch to any ICE Trike and the best way to fill any bottle cage. The ICE water bottle includes a measuring guide.
Bar end shifter upgrade – includes Shimano Deore shadow rear dérailleur, Shimano Dura Ace bar end shifters, in-line adjuster and a mirror mount.
For shorter riders we can supply a front chain-set with 152mm cranks in place
of the more standard 170mm. These cranks come with alloy CNC machined 22/32/44
tooth chain rings on a 64/104 - 4 arm spider. The rings are smaller than those
used on the standard chain-set we use and hence give a more appropriate lower
gear spread. Short cranks give greatly improved comfort for shorter riders and
are recommended for those under approximately 5'4". They are essential for
riders under approximately 5'2" to give comfort and proper fit on the
trike. Please see Trike Size page for more information.
This pack consists of ICE custom front and rear
mudguards, rear rack and ICE custom chain-ring guard.
Customers who require an easy adjust kit will need to select these options separately on the Build & Price tool as opposed to selecting them as part of the Flex pack.
Helping Handles offer the extra assistance you may need to get on and off your trike by giving secure leverage for a smooth recline and easier rise. The Helping Handles clamp firmly onto to the cross-axle of your ICE trike (Adventure Only) without interfering with the steering or ride; once fitted they do not need to be removed. Made from lightweight anodised aluminium with laser etched detailing, Helping Handles look stylish as well as being practical and convenient.Adventure and Adventure HD only.
This pack consists of neck rest, front light mount and a quick release kit giving
quick release wheels, boom and, if fitted, mudguards.
Our disk parking brake upgrade is ideal for riders
on longer tours in mountainous terrain. As well as functioning as a parking
brake, it has been developed for use as a drag brake to regulate speed on long
descents on a heavily loaded trike.
Our ICE rear mudguard with custom mount kit has
been tested over many miles and is ideal for protecting you on those wetter
days.
The ICE front mudguard is supported by a powder
coated 6061 heat treated aluminium frame with a plastic guard body. The guard is adjustable for angle, vertical height and
horizontal position, ensuring that it hugs the wheel and keeps the rider dry.
The ICE front mudguard is supported by a heat
treated aluminium frame with a plastic guard body. The guard is adjustable for
angle, height and horizontal position, ensuring a good fit. The rear mudguard
has a custom mounting kit delivering good rider protection.
The ICE rear rack complete with custom fixing kit
is the ideal complement to your ICE trike giving a robust luggage carrying
system. Suitable for panniers and top bags.
Maximum rack load - 25kg (55lbs)
The ICE side "handlebar bag" mount is
built to fit a standard bicycle handlebar bag and is very useful for accessing
items without getting off the trike. It is designed to accept most bike
handlebar bags and has a maximum recommended load of 8lbs (3.6Kg).
The ICE side "handlebar bag" mount is built
to fit a standard bicycle handlebar bag and is very useful for accessing items
without getting off the trike. A fixture which is designed to accept most bike
handlebar bags and has a maximum recommended load of 8lbs (3.6Kg). The Altura
Arran handlebar bag is recommended by ICE and gives an ideal day ride storage
solution.
The custom ICE side pods are ideal for day riding or commuting bags The bags fit
directly onto the seat (must be used as a pair) and can be quickly removed from
the trike just by lifting the pair off the seat. The zip opening is arranged so that the front of
each bag can be opened whilst riding along - perfect for getting at the snack
bars or a camera. Available in black only with reflective tapes at the rear.
The Cyclone IV trailer is the fourth generation of the mutiple award-winning Cyclone trailer. The Cyclone is used all over the world for cycling holidays, long trike rides and even expeditions. Due to its robustness, minimal rolling resistance and quick conversion to a duffelbag its the perfect trailer for each trike ride with luggage. (The Radical Cyclone Trailer can not be used in conjunction with rear suspension trikes with a fully fitted rack, however the left side of the rack can be removed to resolve the issue).
The ICE neck-rest is fully adjustable for both
height and angle, and can be fitted to mesh seats to provide neck support for
increased comfort on long rides. Fitted with a removable padded cover, the neck-rest
also includes a light mount which provides a good place for fixing any rear
light with a "Seat Post" style mount. (Light not included).
Designed by ICE, this optional chain ring guard is a light-weight and
durable unit made from heat treated aluminium alloy. The guard is an added
safety feature but is also very good in preventing you from accidentally
brushing against the oily chain rings and avoiding the tell-tale prints on your
legs or trousers.
The
guard may be fitted without removing the chain set by means of its convenient
2- bolt fixing. A chain ring of up to 58 tooth size can be fitted.
Weight 200g (0.44lbs)
The easy adjust chain kit fits to the trike and
makes quick changes to the front boom length very simple, making the system
ideal for riders who share a trike. The easy adjust kit includes quick release levers to
allow rapid loosening of the front boom. The system allows easy boom extension
adjustment removing the need to shorten or lengthen the drive chain.
The easy adjust chain kit fits to the trike and makes quick changes to the front boom length very simple, making the system ideal for riders who share a trike. The easy adjust kit includes quick release levers to allow rapid loosening of the front boom. The system allows easy boom extension adjustment removing the need to shorten or lengthen the drive chain.
Designed by ICE, this optional chain ring guard is a light-weight and durable unit made from heat treated aluminium alloy. The guard is an added safety feature but is also very good in preventing you from accidentally brushing against the oily chain rings and avoiding the tell-tale prints on your legs or trousers.
The FB bracket - moves the front seat mount backwards for very long
legged riders. Note that using this bracket with the hard shell seat will
reduce the maximum recline available.
Please see our rider size page for more information.
The quick release kit is ideal for those who wish
to easily remove mudguards, front wheels and adjust the boom without the need
for tools.
The front light mount provides a firm light
mounting point, ideal for taking one or more lights for those winter rides.
The EL-530 has an output in excess of 1500 candlepower! It uses one
massive LED within Cateye's patented opticube technology to provide an
intense beam of light for up to 10 hours, with an additional 40 hours
back-up. The EL 530 also features a magnetic switch, making it totally
waterproof for use in all weathers.
The TL LD
1100 LED rear light has flashing and normal modes for increased visibility.
Our
central mount allows easy fitting of the computer head unit to the trike. The
mount is removable and is fitted to the bottle boss mounts on the top of the
main frame
The
king post sensor mount attaches to the end of the kingpost arm and allows the
sensor to be easily positioned to pick up the magnet signal.
The Cateye Strada is a very small and neat unit but still with a large
screen. The computer head unit can
be fitted to the mirror arm as supplied with the trike. In this configuration
the computer is in the ideal position to be easily operated by a press with
your thumb. No fiddly buttons just press the top and the whole unit rocks to
operate the switch.
We recommend SPD type
pedals for trike riding as they securely attach your feet to the pedals. This great value lightweight touring
SPD pedal is compatible with Shimano mountain and touring bike type cleats. Adjustable cleat tension means you can
start off with loose tension for extra easy engagement and release, and turn up
the tension as you progress.
We recommend SPD type
pedals for trike riding as they securely attach your feet to the pedals. The Shimano PDP M324 SPD pedal is ideal for recreational riders who commute and tour. Combines SPD
mechanism on one side and flat pedal body on the other, you can ride with
cleats or normal shoes. Serviceable cup and cone bearings add to long life of
the pedals. Adjustable cleat tension means you can start off with loose tension
for extra easy engagement and release, and turn up the tension as you progress.
The best multi tool that we have come across. A clever break-apart
design makes it easy to find and use the right tool. And with 26 high quality
tools at your fingertips, you’ll rarely find yourself without exactly what you
need. There’s even a bottle opener for post-ride celebrations! Comes in its own
carry case with belt clip.
Designed to meet the demands of a professional racing and training schedule this elegant and sleek mini pump features a full aluminium body, head and pump handle. An extendable hose helps take stress off the valve stem and the dependable single action stroke fills tires fast. The RaceRocket’s compact size easily fits in a jersey pocket and its low weight is welcome on long training rides and endurance races. 140 psi / 9.6 bar. 85 g / 2.99 oz
The Mio Sior Elite bottle cage is the highest quality bottle cage ICE sell. The bottle cage is extremely strong, lightweight and durable. The spring action arms means the cage can comfortably hold almost any bottle.
This bottle cage comes with a built in clamp. This means that it can be attached to the frame of a mush seat.
The bottle cage riser is custom built by ICE to ensure easy access to your water bottle. The bottle riser mount fits directly in-front of the rider and rises the angle of the bottle cage allowing the cage to be fitted facing the rider. This means that the bottle can be extracted in the laid back position and by pulling towards the rider. Some bottle cages wont work in conjunction with the ICE Bottle Cage Riser. (Bottle cage not included)
Total cost: $2,941.00
Includes UK VAT and delivery to dealer within the UK. Delivery to other markets is not included.
Can't find the trike you're looking for? Contact ICE to talk through our custom trike options.
Fantastic Bike and Great Support as Well!
By: Dan McFadden - USA/Washington, 02 May 2013
Edition: Adventure RS Good Points: Comfort, speed, reliability and service Bad Points: Slow up hills. How do you ride? 200 miles per week during summer
Review: I wanted the comfort of a recumbent, but when I crashed my recumbent bike a few years back (very unstable ride), I was afraid I'd have to go back to the angst of a sore butt, shoulders and hands of a regular bike. But then I purchased (after a great deal of research) my ICE Adventure. I ride it every year in the 200 mile Seattle to Portland ride, and I'm comfortable the entire distance (while I watch those on two-wheelers raising their tushes and trying to massage their wrists). And though in my 60s, I can stay up with those half my age, regularly maintaining an 18 mph average. I have added a small windshield to my ride which gave me a boost of about 2.5 mph on average. But at the end of the day, even the speed isn't all that important. Comfort is. Because it's not how fast I ride, but how far I ride. And I can ride this for eight hours straight and when we stop to rest? I just stay on my ICE while everyone else goes looking for a comfortable seat. Just saying....
Finally a trike for us bigger guy's!
By: Eric Hisey - USA / Ohio, 13 January 2013
Edition: Adventure HD Good Points: Width, Weight capacity, Style, Everything Bad Points: Drum brakes seem weak if you have rode disks before. How do you ride? Commute, Tour, Casual with friends
Review: I got into trike back in sept. of 12 and have owned 5 trikes since. Never could really find one that fit me right, till now! I love this trike! The HD is a bigger frame size for us bigger people but it don't skimp on features. I did not like the drum brakes as they seemed a little weak after riding everythine else with disks. However ICE has the parts to convert the trike, which I did. ICE also has a awesome selection of well thought out accessories. Bottom line, you can't go wrong here!!
Update to review on August 22, 2012
By: Dave - USA/Minnesota, 07 September 2012
Edition: Adventure Good Points: Still comfortable, fun, cool-looking, standard componants Bad Points: Folding may bend chain links How do you ride? Trails, group rides
Review: I figured out what happened to my rear derailer. When folding the trike I must have not pushed the chain (in flexible section of tube) away from the hinge (like it shows in the trike folding instructional video... duh!). This bent several chain links which caused my rear derailler problems. Otherwise, I love my Ice Trike and picked up a trailer hitch carrier so I don't have to fold it anymore :-)
Thank you
By: Rebecca (Becky) M. Thomas - United States of America, 02 September 2012
Edition: Adventure Good Points: Seating positioning (adjustability and height),comfort,parking brake,smooth seamless changes between shifting gears,rear suspension and well- everything! Bad Points: None:ABSOLUTELY How do you ride? I was not able to ride any form of bicycle for about four (4) years due to a disability(permanet for over ten (10) years. I had a very bad right knee and lost a great deal of my range of motion. Finally,after a number of surgerys I had a total knee replacement at the ripe old age of fifty four (54).LOL! My goal was always to ride my bicycle again (and it was a beauty). One problem occured however,my healing had its own time table. My Doctor told me,"Becky its probably going to be another two (2) years before you can ride again". This was unacceptable for me. I found the Bicycle Man in Alberta,New York on line. I studied "recumbents" ,trikes(delta ,tadpoles and everything in between). Peter the owner assisted me in finding the right trike for my disabilities. The "fit" was perfection(I could not be there for Peter to make sure the trike "fit" me. Pure JOY. Pure joy from the moment my trike was delivered to the present! Riding my ICE ADVENTURE,in my opinion can only be compared to being home on a "Lazy Boy Recliner". I couldn't stop smiling. Well,a few days later my car decided to completely die (transmission,gaskets needed reworked and front bearings went...lol!). How do I ride? Everyday rain or shine. I ride with my nephew whom I've helped raise since birth. He's ten (10) years old (also loves my trike and sometimes needs reminding to whom it belongs). Our day starts on weekdays with pedaling to school. I go grocery shopping with my ICE ADVENTURE,exercise on my trike,visit friends,go to mass,pick my nephew up from school...the list goes on and on. After school I pedal with him to his home where he lives with my brother. I then pedal home to feed my rescue dogs(really) and then on to my nephews football practice). It's dark when I finally get home. I started off pedaling about five(5) miles and am now doing well over twenty (20). In some ways,it has slowed me down. So many people have their own story. They want to know what this strange l
Review: Looking bike is(guess I'm out of space). I happily tell them! My mail carrier has even been on it and now wants one for her and her husband!
I am diabetic also. Both my legs -almost clear up to my knees -were a dark purplish color. Since my trike is presently my only transportation and I ride happily everywhere my legs are close now to a normal color! I'm thrilled! My ICE ADVENTURE is the only thing I'm doing differently!
I see things everyday I would have never seen before. I can sit on the 15" seat. I don't have to worry about balance. Everything about this trike is perfect and well thought out. I will never ride anything else-ever!im sorry I ran out of space...there is so much to say! I had surgery on my right kidney and missed the 9-1-12 deadline. That's ok. I relish the opportunity to tell the world how great this ICE trike is! I have never felt so lucky. You see,I have my life back.
Thank you,Becky Thomas,Ohio
Good all rounder
By: Julie - Scotland, Edinburgh, 27 August 2012
Edition: Adventure Good Points: Handling, ground clearance, brakes, general build quality Bad Points: Nothing really, headrest is a minor niggle - see below How do you ride? 10-15 mile trips, not as often as i should
Review: This is my second trike but my first ICE trike. I have a Catrike Pocket - it's great but has a lousy ground clearance and doesn't fold so I started hunting around for a trike I could get in the car with my husband's hybrid bike so we could go further afield onto cycle paths/Sustrans routes. My local dealer (Laid Back Bikes) had an Adventure he'd ordered with some optional extras which I took for a ride and immediately wanted to buy. Here was the trike I can get in the car with the hybrid, it's got excellent ground clearance for off-roading which by the way is much more fun on 3 wheels than 2 wheels, and makes it easier to see the view if you're riding paths/roads with verges. Mine has bar end shifters which are excellent and worth the upgrade, the standard drum brakes are great, they're as close to zero maintenance as you can get, I admit they don't stop you like disc brakes but discs are so powerful they tend to lift the back wheel unless you have a rack and panniers. I also have the short cranks which have changed the gearing making it more suitable for our hilly terrain. I would have loved rear suspension but couldn't afford it at the time but I have Schwalbe Big Apples tyres all round and they work really well to soak up the bumps and seem to roll really well too. I understand I could save up and buy a new back end however I'd probably then want the front suspension too.
I can pack my trike down into a regular bike bag (takes about 30 minutes)so we're taking it to Austria for a week's riding next month.
Overall it's an excellent trike and fun to ride.
great trike, ordered with front suspension only
By: Karla Pfennig - USA Texas, 24 August 2012
Edition: Adventure Good Points: gearing, very little bump steer, it folds fast! Bad Points: seat straps, see review How do you ride? everyday, on and off road
Review: I had a very early Catrike Pocket that I loved. When I bought a large wildlife managed property several years ago I tried taking the Pocket off road, it was not good. I saw the ICE trikes when I went to a recumbent shop for some parts and they had the Vortex and the Adventure. The Vortex is drop dead gorgeous but not practical for me. I could have purchased the taller Catrike but the fact that this trike folds was the tipping point. I haul everything in my basket, snake guards, boots, feed, wire, machete, even a rifle now and again. Truly this is a ranch trike, it beats getting the tractor out for just getting stuff out into the back part of my property. Geesh, reading the other reviews, I suddenly feel a bit old... (apparently the Adventure is for us mature folks). I am 62 and my complaint about the seat is yet another injury to report. I herniated a disk years ago and need more slouch in the seat, the loop tape on the straps was too short when I adjusted the back for more curve. Gratefully I can sew and I always have Velcro for making useful items! I stitched some more on so it would be tidy and stay adjusted!I opted for a front suspension only. I theorized, correctly, that it would cut down on the steer effect when hitting a bump with one front wheel, my Pocket could be entertaining at high speed down a steep hill (I used to ride in west Austin, Tx, a very hilly area). And, I must admit, it does make for a cushier ride. Having both front and back would have been over-kill for me.
Having so much fun, my wife had to get one too!
By: Dave Ventura - USA/Minnesota, 22 August 2012
Edition: Adventure Good Points: Comfortable, fun, cool-looking, standard componants Bad Points: X5 rear derailler, weak, replaced by X7 How do you ride? Trails, group rides
Review: Bought mine last fall, rode on wind trainer during winter. Riding in earnest this summer and brought it to the Midwest Recumbent Rally where I convinced my wife to get one too!
The SRAM X5 rear derailer self-destructed,so I replaced/upgraded with SRAM X7. Other than that issue I have no complaints. I recently did 34 mile ride with no pain :-)
I often allow DF riders to test ride it and seeing that smile on their faces is priceless.
A good introduction to triking
By: Roy Myers - New zealand, 21 August 2012
Edition: Adventure RS Good Points: Design heritage, build quality, finish, comfort, ergonomics, security on the road, equipment, after sales support Bad Points: Price, weight, suitability for use, gearing, quick releases on handle bars limited resale oppoprtunities How do you ride? For leisure 150 - 200k per week
Review: ICE ADVENTURE REVIEW
Model: Ice Adventure 2(RS), SRAM X7. Twistshifters, Sturmey Archer hub brakes
Extras: Easy adjust, quick releases, headrest, front light bracket.
I came to trike riding having injured my neck after being knocked off a road bike by a car. I would consider myself an experienced rider on and off road and a competent bike mechanic having dealt with the developments in cycling over the past 35 years.
I chose the ICE Adventure initially because of its more upright seating position, which I thought I needed because of my injury, and its apparent ability to deal with rougher roads which abound where I live in the South Island of New Zealand. I wanted to be able to transport the machine easily and its folding feature was appealing. I have not yet got to grips with transporting it by air.
I purchased the trike from a New Zealand dealer who despite his claims I found neither particularly helpful in terms of an appropriate choice or knowledgeable about trikes or bike tech in general and whose after sales support was zero. Fortunately as I outline below ICE themselves have been very responsive and compensated for this deficit.
When the trike arrived I was immediately impressed with its brilliant red paint finish and the way it was put together. It had bike parts but assembled in a different way. It probably took me about an hour to assemble the machine which had been repacked by the dealer for transport and everything went together very easily and logically.
Once I sat on the machine it just felt right. The seat was comfortable and supportive the handlebars and controls fell easily to hand and the set up felt intuitive and right. Adjustment for leg reach was easy using the quick releases* on the boom and the chain adjusted with the easy adjust system* (optional extras) I feel that the quick releases for the wheels which I had purchased as extras were superfluous as I cannot see what actual advantage they offer over the standard fixings which if anything are neater.
The supplied Mountain Mirricle mirror is a real boon, it is ergonomic in its location and remarkably shake free except on very uneven gravel. I have fixed a Sigma computer, which attaches with rubber bands, to the horizontal arm of the mirror and have a really good information centre from a glance to my right.
On the road the Adventure was amazingly easy to ride with excellent forward vision and straightforward control. The steering was steady with good feedback. The brakes were very controlled and did not affect steering as claimed. The SRAM gearing controlled by Twistgrip changers worked well and I particularly liked being able to trim the front changer.
There were initially some problems with the chain(s) relating to noise and poor changes which were caused by strained links which I assume was the work of the NZ dealer because of the way the chains were patched together. With advice from ICE I replaced the chains with locally sourced SRAM chains and changing is now quiet and faultless.
The Schwalbe Marathon Racer tyres have worn well, been puncture free and proved surprisingly tough given that they are regularly ridden on rough sections of gravel road. I have purchased a Kenda Small Block 8 tyre for extra rear grip on extended use on gravel. This helps but the Marathons on the front tend to dig in and I am about to experiment with some Schwalbe Big Apples to see if they roll over gravel more easily. For road use however the Marathon Racers are superb tyres and I would continue to use them. I have been slightly surprised that on a trike it is the front wheels which wear because of scuffing on corners.
The ride is softened by an ingenious, simple and adjustable elastomer suspension on the rear swing arm pivoting on a large bush which works away without noticeable bobbing reducing road buzz from the 20” rear wheel.
It has taken some trial and error to get the leg reach absolutely right for me and I would encourage riders to experiment with this to ensure they are getting max power but avoiding injury or discomfort. This is the only adjustment that one needs to make on a trike apart from the seat angle.
Initially I was quite cautious about riding on roads with other traffic given past experience and the fact that New Zealand roads are narrow, carry some very large trucks and that Kiwi drivers can be quite aggressive. Consequently I have done my trike up like a Christmas tree – I have a 1 watt rear light fixed to the headrest, a hi vis tailgate (normally worn around the waist of a road cyclist) attached to the seat and I have swapped the supplied rectangular flag for an orange pennant which moves about more. Together with the mirror I now feel pretty secure with other traffic.
I regularly ride the machine at speeds of 55 (downhill!) and have absolute confidence in it at those speeds. It always feels stable and the brakes are easily modulated to regulate speed without any panic. I have managed to get a front wheel to lift but usually with an extreme steering movement.
The machine folds for transportation with a clever off centre quick release hinge which places the rear wheel between the front wheels once the seat is removed. The Adventure will then fit in the rear of a hatch or estate. Once practiced the fold to unfold / ready to go takes only a couple of minutes. The only quibble I have with the fold relates to the quick release on the handlebars. I have found it difficult to get these adjusted so that the bars do not move under pressure on the road and the rubber washers on the quick releases tend to split with frequent use.
A couple of problems have arisen about which I have needed advice and ICE have been unfailing in their timely responses to my emails and readiness to assist in sorting matters out. If parts need to be despatched they can get to me 20,000 kilometres away in about 6 days.
Having come from a cycling background I have got a little frustrated with my inability to go faster and particularly to slow progress on any gradient– which I attribute largely to the weight of the trike against a road bike. I think I may have been a little conservative in choosing the Adventure and better dealer advice at the time of purchase may have helped here. The Adventure does not appear to be as versatile as the Sprint and would appear best suited either to riders who require a higher or more accessible seating position or for laden touring on hard packed but rough roads. It does not have any advantage on gravel for which trikes may not be particularly suited. I think ICE’s marketing should more clearly identify the particular virtues of the Adventure and the relative versatility of the Sprint.
My preference would be to go faster on the road. I currently achieve speeds of around 21 – 22 kph on undulating roads which is about the speed I would have achieved on a mountain bike whereas I would probably have been doing 26 – 28 kph on a conventional bike across the same terrain. The trike is not, in my view, particularly suited to extended travel on gravel roads, particularly the type with loose gravel which abound in NZ, largely because small wheels just don’t roll that well. However as indicated above I am about to experiment with different tyres to see if that affects gravel travel. Riding along with conventional bikes I am not aware of any clear aerodynamic advantage with the Adventure. The ride however is not affected by deflection by the wind and hitting rough surfaces or having a wheel move off the road edge does not cause any anxiety. Going downhill is a blast. I am surprised however that the lower position and absence of stress on the body from contact points does not translate into easier or faster riding. The ICE Adventure is also a relatively expensive item and would probably have very limited resale possibilities in New Zealand.
However owning the Adventure has convinced me of the advantages of trike riding because of the comfort, the vision and absence of contact point problems. It is a very well thought out machine, well executed, well built, well finished, and undoubtedly strong. ICE are a very responsive company to deal with, providing excellent back up and after sales support which has impressed me. I will be going to them when I want a replacement for the Adventure.
PROS:
Design heritage, build quality, finish, comfort, ergonomics, security on the road, equipment, after sales support
CONS:
Price, weight, suitability for use, gearing, quick releases on handle bars limited resale oppoprtunities
ICE REVIEW
By: Kriss Stutzman - USA, 15 August 2012
Edition: Adventure FS HD Good Points: Drum brakes, quality construction Bad Points: None How do you ride? Rail Trails
Review: In 2012 my wife and I bought two sidewinder trikes. Good design, but inferior components and no factory support or involvement. They made terrible noise. In 2011 my wife fell in love with the Adventure FS and got one. In 2012, I gave up on my sidewinder and got the Adventure FS HD, although the dealer worked mightily to make the siewinder adequate. The only issue for the Adventure FS HD is minor. We seem to be the only bikes or trikes on the trail that make the locust/cicada sound when we glide. The machines even looks like racehorses wanting to race. The clamps on the bottom seat rail seem somewhat difficult to slide on and tighten. We are old and the recumbent trikes are the only way that we can exercise. They free us.
excellent ride worth every penny.
By: jonathan edwards - united kingdom, 01 August 2012
Edition: Adventure RS Good Points: downhill speed mega fast !!!!! Bad Points: uphill speed bit of a crawler How do you ride? as often as i can
Review: after having five operations to hands and having damaged ulna nerves i could'nt bare any weight on a standard road /mountain bike handlebars,so out went the allez sport 27 and in came adventure RS, although expensive it's worth every penny, it's ease of use and professional look add to a very pleasing ride everytime,i'm glad i chose mudguards allround as you can get very wet from front wheel spray, thumbshifters are a must and rear suspension helps with shock ,along with cleated pedals and crank guard,also quick release kit helps when folding into a car. it's a very eye catching trike which always gets attention and ....cool!!! remarks off the kids.
A Beautiful Portable Convertible
By: Kelly Berg - USA / California, 31 July 2012
Edition: Adventure FS+ Good Points: Comfort, visibility, customer service Bad Points: None. I would prefer quick releases to threaded seat clamps. How do you ride? With a smile on my face
Review: The Adventure 2FS is a good machine for strolling around towns, for quick store runs, for jaunts on bike trails, for long country rides, and for some unpaved trails.
It can be made to go fast enough for a real thrill, and slow enough for me to absorb, appreciate and respond to my surroundings.
The suspension and seat soak up much of the road shock. The high and fairly upright riding position help me see more, and be seen better.
The trike folds into a reasonably compact package. That makes it fairly easy to bring it with me on trips to distant places.
It provides for a wonderfully relaxing pedaling experience, and is a whole lot of fun to use.
Enjoying the View
By: Gary Hammer - USA WI, 31 July 2012
Edition: Adventure FS Good Points: Comfort, solid, easy handling and transporting Bad Points: Haven't found one yet How do you ride? I ride every day 20-35 miles
Review: I have all the medical issues that would keep one from biking.The ICE has given me biking back. When shopping for a recumbent and test riding most ICE was the only one that fit all my needs.Totally solid, sharp looking,easy transport. The mechanics are easy to understand and operate. Up hill alittle tough down hill sail with the birds.You can ride for hours and have the energy when you come home to do the choresA great investment in life.
Quality, Quality, Quality
By: Michie O'Day - Maine, USA, 28 July 2012
Edition: Adventure FS Good Points: Comfort, stability, good handling on hills, head-turning quotient, FUN Bad Points: I'll let you know if I find any How do you ride? Year round in dry weather, 10-25 miles/day, 4-5 days/week
Review: After multiple neurosurgeries 30 years ago which destroyed my sense of balance, I regrettably gave up cycling, skiing, mountain hiking and water sports. Life goes on... I worked in a big city and found other (mostly boring) ways to exercise. Shortly after moving to Portland in 2011, I walked past a local bike shop and, on the spur of the moment, went in to ask about trikes.... It was the beginning of a happy odyssey. My first trike was a tadpole manufactured in Florida, and although it was a good trike it lacked a suspension system, and the steering was unstable at speeds greater than 14 mph. In July of 2012, I test rode an ICE Sprint trike. It was love at first pedal push. Because of my balance issues, I like a higher seat so I ordered an Adventure FS. I've only had it four days, so one may question my authority to write a review. But this is what I know: As an artist (I am a painter), I recognize kindred spirits. The good folks at ICE are passionate and they experts at what they do. They are artists, and their medium is trikes. Me, I'm a 55-year old woman with multiple disabilities (I am also deaf). Being able to cycle again has revitalized my life. My doctors and friends are amazed, but no one is more surprised or happier than me. Thank you ICE!
ICE Adventurre
By: John Till - United States of America /California, 26 July 2012
Edition: Adventure Good Points: sturdy, comfortable and foldable for transporting. Bad Points: needs readjusting of shifter ccables after repeated foldings. How do you ride? mostly 30 to 50 mile trail rides on weekends and shorter rides on work days.
Review: I have had my trike since April 2012 and have ridden about 2000 miles with few problems. I had a two wheel recumbent and was a little hesitant about switching to a trike. Best move I ever made. My two wheeler was hard to climb hills on do to the weight of the bike. The trike is easier on hills even when you have not shifted properly prior to climbing the hill. The only downside is that if you plan on storing in the folded position you better know how to adjust your shift cables because they will need to be re adjusted after folding a few times. I now store mine hanging on the wall in a vertical position to avoid the shift issues. Overall I would say the adventure is an excellent bike sturdy,, comfortable yet lightweight and easy to ride.
Nice Trike
By: Nic - Australian capital territory, 24 July 2012
Edition: Adventure Good Points: handles well, easy to handle Bad Points: none How do you ride?
Review: Great fun.
I ride my Ice Adventure trike about 10 kilometers a day, more on the weekends. It has really good gears so it makes it easy to tow a trailer. the other handy feature is that they twist fold so the back wheel rests on its side between the two front wheels, this makes it much easier to pack into a car or train, which gives me more opportunities to travel with my trike. And its great exercise .
LIFE SAVER
By: WAYNE KILL - CANADA, 24 July 2012
Edition: Adventure RS Good Points: COMFORT - EASY FOLD - EASY TRANSPORT - GREAT CONSTRUCTION - WONDERFUL ENGINEERING Bad Points: NONE How do you ride? CITY AND LOCAL SEAWALL
Review: I am 61 years old, I have had open heart surgery (7 by-passes, 11 stents, 22 angioplasties) I am also diabetic. My trike is absolute fun to ride and as such, it gets me out more often than any other exercise I have tried. I am convinced that my Ice trike will extend my life by many years.Thanks to everyone at Inspired Cycle Engineering,Wayne
67 and still going
By: Diane Pope - Florida, 24 July 2012
Edition: Adventure Good Points: comfort, agility,cornering, ride Bad Points: haven't found any How do you ride? 30 to 40 miles on rails to trails
Review: I was afraid I would have to stop riding my bike, until I got the Adventure. I can not begin to tell you how much I love this bike. I have my freedom to ride and not worry about falling. 40 miles is a breeze for me and am looking forward to cooler weather in Florida to go farther. I put it in the back of my car and go were I want. I could ride this bike all day without getting uncomfortable, no more butt ache, arms falling asleep, or extreme fatigue. Did I mention I love this trike, worth every penny.
Great Trike and Great Fun
By: Greg Singewald - USA, California, 23 July 2012
Edition: Adventure Good Points: Comfort, Handling, Fun Bad Points: None How do you ride? 3-4 times a week, 15-30 miles
Review: I had problems with RSI in my hands and elbows and got to the point where I could not ride a diamond frame bike, I was riding a semi recumbent, but when I saw and test rode the ice trike, I knew I had to have one. Ive had the trike for just over two months and already have over 500 miles of fun and enjoyable riding.I have the FS+ and love the hydrolic brakes, and the thumb lever shifting. It is just a great ride.
Back issues with fears of falling off?
By: Cynthia Neidinger - USA, Missouri, 23 July 2012
Edition: Adventure Good Points: Easy on and off, handles quick turns and high speeds. Bad Points: none - good quality-best on the market! How do you ride? 25-30 miles daily, plan to take trips again.
Review: My adventure was purchased about 4 months ago. I had broken my ankle the following summer while test riding a single recumbent, and was afraid to ride a two wheeled bike again. My husband bought a Sprint right after my accident, because we had been riding a tandem recumbent together for years and my recovery was very very slow. He had purchased the Sprint thinking that it could double as a bike for him to ride while I was recovering and then later, he was going to give the Ice Trike to me. That thought process changed quickly, because he fell in love with his new Trike. I then expected to also get a Sprint after I recovered. That was, until I test rode the Adventure. I found the Adventure to be easier to get on and off. I was surprised how little time it took to be comfortable navigating the Adventure on roads and paved bicycle trails. I have found that when I do not ride my Adventure on a regular basis, that my lower back hurts. My Adventure riding also doubles as my lower back therapy! Both the Adventure and the Sprint are great machines that respond well to quick turns and high speeds. I have had it up to 40 miles per hour down hills thus far. That's fast enough for a 52 year old woman not wanting to fall again! I have in the past month felt comfortable enough to ride in two organized paid day rides, and they were hilly rides. My trike goes slow up hills, but flies down the hills. I am now, after 4 months averaging 10 to 11 miles per hour. I should also mention that I am a plus sized woman and am able to get the execise I need by riding my ICE Adventure Trike. I suggest test riding to see which ICE machine suits you before purchasing.
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By: John A. Shook - USA, North Carolina, 23 July 2012
Edition: Adventure Good Points: Handling, comfort, ease of entrance Bad Points: None How do you ride? Smelling the flowers and exercise rides
Review: My original Ice Adventure is now my wife's trike. I purchased a 2011 Ice Adventure 26 recently beacause of ICE's great comfort, trouble free operation and it's superior engineering and production results. I really like the 26. Handling is different than the other ICE Adventure but does not impact with my riding. Being narrower and longer I feel that it rides a bit better and the only negative is the turning radius, but it really does not affect my riding style. Disc brakes are excellent and the gearing was a bit streched for my old body, so I installed 155 MM crank arms which really helped me. Just rolled over 9k on the trikes. Will be going to New England shortly to ride the Cape Cod Rail Trail and also Acadia National Park in Bar Harbor, Maine. Thank you ICE for extending and enjoying my life. Health has improved a great deal!!!!John A. Shook
GREAT Touring trike
By: Jon Blumhagen - USA, Florida, 24 August 2011
Edition: Adventure Good Points: Nimble, perfect width, solid construction, excellent cross-over folding Bad Points: None really - a couple pointers below How do you ride? Not often enough! Toured 92 days last summer.
Review: Photos of our tour last summer can be seen on the Journeys for Life page on this web site. My wife actually rode the Adventure, and I had a 2009 "T". If I bought another trike it would be the Adventure. Big plus's: The Adventure is a true 31" in width, the "T" was 33....just about every hotel door we tried to go thru on our trip was 32 inches, and she could glide right thru, even with her gear on. I was forced to unload and tip sideways. The back carrier for the Adventure was a PERFECT fit for the Jandd Large Mountain Panniers - just slide the hook on to the loop on the carrier and cinch tight; quick and easy.
On downhills she was quicker than me. We got up to over 40mph on several downhills, and she would end up passing me.
The folding on the Adventure was also better. The twisting fold-over makes for a smaller package to ship to the start, or from the end of your trip.
These trikes are solid! (one reason we picked them for the tour)....she carried about 40 pounds on her trike, and I topped out at about 100 pounds, and we still had enough low gear to climb Chestnut Mountain.
Couple things to watch for: on the Adventure....when the trike was fully loaded, and she sat down on it, the carrier ended up rubbing on the tire, and we didn't notice at first; make sure you have the carrier adjusted high enough to compensate.
And the water bottle posts could be an inch or two closer to the crossbar. With my wife's short legs, the standard Polar Bottle won't fit on her shortened boom.
P.S. With a recumbent trike, on a sweltery day, you can hook an umbrella to the back of the seat to keep the sun off your head, and help keep you cooler! (Just remember to hang on to it when a semi truck goes by!)
Ideal machine
By: Ian Watson - United Kingdon, 22 September 2010
Edition: Adventure FS+ Good Points: Comfort; handling Bad Points: None How do you ride? around 10 to 15 miles on sunny days
Review: Being a disabled rider I find that the machine is easy to get on and off and because I live in a valey I find that I can climb the hills with relative ease. Plus the fact that it folds means that I can take it with me and use it instead of a mobility scooter (except when I am shopping in a mall) Disadvantage is that I cannot use local cycle tracks because of the anti motorcyle barriers. Good advantage; other road users give me lots of room!
Average speed 8mph, top speed 30mph (down-hill) have done 24mph on the flat though usualy 15 to 18mph
Great trike for older people
By: John Shook - USA, North Carolina, 01 August 2010
Edition: Adventure Good Points: Great comfort, easy access, great handling Bad Points: None to bare. How do you ride? daily 20/30 miles, take on trips
Review: I ride everyday that is not raining. I am 67 yrs old and the trike is extremly comfortable for me. No sore rear end!!!!. Gearing is perfect for my abilities. Avarage 11-12 mph for the most of the ride. I replaced the brake handles with locking brake type for parking. The drum brakes work extremly well. Shifting is mostly smooth. It is just a great pleasure to ride.
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