Can't ride a bike? Try riding a trike!

PWP often experience balance problems. I sometimes drag my foot, regularly lose my balance, and am generally unsteady. Bike riding would seem like the last activity I should consider, but I couldn’t help myself. I grew tired of watching my neighbors whiz by me on their bikes, accompanied by family and friends and looking like they were having so much fun. I wanted to be part of the scene.

 I went to a friend's house and tried out her bike. I'm glad I did, because after immediately and repeatedly falling off, reality set in and I decided this was not for me. Still wanting to take to the road with everyone else, I picked myself up and decided to try a recumbent tricycle. Now my husband and I ride together almost every day.

There is no learning curve to mastering a trike. You just get on and go. The three wheels make it stable and easy to maintain control, no matter how slowly you pedal or what road hazards (sand or gravel) you encounter. Stopping at intersections (or when you need a rest) is simple: you just put on the brakes and lower your feet to the ground.

Unfortunately, recumbent trikes don’t come cheap. They range from $1,000 to many thousands. Depending on your state’s tax code, however, you may be able to deduct part of the cost as a medical expense with a script from your doctor.

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