Giro 26
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The Giro 26 was introduced in 2005 and became an instant recumbent bicycle classic. It's the perfect solution for recumbent riders that love the dual 26" recumbent format for commuting and hardcore touring, but want room for fatter tires and fenders not found on its roadie brethren. This bent is all about taking on life day to day; a great ride and an even greater value for 2010.

A word about our Giro line of short-wheelbase recumbents- Giro means “tour” in Italian and that’s the mentality we built these recumbents around: Tough bikes that handle extremely well and can be loaded up for the long haul or the hectic, everyday commute. In short, our Giro line is about dependability. If you want a “do all” bike, check out our Giro lineup and see why it’s the Gold Standard in short-wheelbase touring and commuting recumbents.

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Frame: Bacchetta Custom Ovalized Cro-Moly, w/Disc Brake Tab
Fork: Bacchetta Cro-moly, w/Disc Brake Tab
Seat: Bacchetta ReCurve or EuroMesh*
Handlebar: Bacchetta Aluminum "Tweener"
Stem: Bacchetta "B-Pivot" Adjustable Stem
Rear Derail: SRAM X5
Front Derail: Microshift R439 SS
Shifters: SRAM X5
Crankset: FSA/Tempo 52/42/30T
Bottom Bracket: FSA, square
Headset: FSA Orbit-X, 1-1/8" Threadless
Cassette: SRAM PG950 11-34t, 9spd
Front Brake: Avid Single Digit 5, V-brake
Rear Brake: Avid Single Digit 5, V-brake
Brake Levers: Avid FR-5
Front Wheel: Alex DA16, 26" (559) w/sealed bearing disc hubs 
Rear Wheel: Alex DA16, 26" (559) w/sealed bearing disc hubs 
Front Tire: Kenda Kwest, 26" x 1.25"
Rear Tire: Kenda Kwest, 26" x 1.25"
Chain: KMC Z99
Pedals: Wellgo LU 897 Platform 
BB Height: 33"
Seat Height: 25" mid range
Wheelbase: 46"
Weight: 33.5 lbs w/ReCurve seat and w/out Pedals
Weight Limit: 275 lbs.**
Gear Range: 26-116"
Color: Ferrari Red
Frame Size: Standard, Large
X-Seam: Medium: 38"-47", Large: 42"-51"
MSRP: $1,499.00
Accessories:

Fender Set, Universal Rear Rack, (OFA), Big Bag, Brainbox bag (Fits EuroMesh Seat Only), X-Eyed Top Tube Bag, Zefal Spy mirror

Prices are subject to change and do not include shipping and handling or sales tax. All specifications are subject to change without notice.

*No Charge For EuroMesh Upgrade
**Rider and Gear Makes Up Weight Limit Total

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What a pleasure
From: David Van Meter, Round Rock, Texas

Good Stuff: Very comfortable ride, great looks, low maintenance
Bad Stuff: Not enough time to ride
How I Ride: Roads, paths & trails

I purchased my Giro 26 back in 2008. After countless hours of research I made the choice and have had no regrets. Just had it tuned up after hundreds of miles and it is still in great shape. I went with a recumbent after having back problems on normal bikes. The Giro 26 rides like a dream. Low maintenance, very comfortable ride, stylish design, I could not ask for anything more.
 

Comfortable ride
From: Raymond McWilliams, Ford City, Pa.

Good Stuff: No more arm and shoulder pain.
Bad Stuff: Heel strike.
How I Ride: 75 to 100 miles per week.

Most comfortable bike i own (i have 9 Bikes) with the Giro 26 tired arms and sore shoulders are a thing of the past on long rides, when you hurt on a ride it takes away all the fun, shifts gears like a dream too!
 

Ride On
From: Paul Johnson, Amarillo, TX

Good Stuff: the comfort
Bad Stuff: not enough time to ride more
How I Ride: 75-100 mi/wk about 3000mi/yr

I have no criticisms about the ride. I tried riding a friend's equipped with the Euromesh seat and I prefer the recurve seat. I'm 57 and in Aug 2010 I rode a 650 mile, 8 day solo trek without vehicle support and I loved it. I'm ready to go again. I was carrying whatever I needed in saddlebags and a rack trunk and it all went well. Even with the additional weight I only had two flats. I experienced NO discomfort. I cannot rave enough about this bike.
 

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Easy Purchase Option*: You can purchase a complete bicycle directly from Bacchetta if you do not have an authorized Bacchetta recumbent dealer in your area. All Bacchetta short wheel base recumbents are shipped completely built up and ready to ride. All Bacchetta long wheel base recumbents require minimum assembly which is usually limited to putting the front wheel on.

*Applies to customers in the contiguous 48 states. Any customers outside of this area, including foreign customers, please contact us for other available options.