The right fit and a little routine care turn a great trike into a great ride for years. Here's our process — and the tips we share with every customer who walks out the door.
Your trike must fit you — and your riding style. Period. As we learn more about how you ride and you test trikes in our showroom, we narrow the wide list of options down to the trikes that fit you best.
We're experienced and trained to offer the best custom fit possible, so you'll enjoy your trike from the very first ride. Email rocketcitytrikes@gmail.com or text/call 938-900-2821 to set up your fitting.
Eight habits that keep every ride safe — for you and everyone else on the trail. Print these and stick 'em in the garage.
Pre-ride check. Bolts, brakes, tire inflation, steering, all components. A few minutes that'll save your day.
Top condition. Keep your trike in top condition — small issues become big issues fast.
Wear the gear. Foot restraints (clips or straps), helmet, flag, hi-vis clothing, bell or horn, lights.
Pick the right roads. Ride in protected areas like greenways and bike paths whenever possible.
Smooth inputs. Learn to ride and steer smoothly. Avoid over-braking and over-steering.
Eyes on traffic. Use extra caution around drivers and pedestrians — they may be distracted and not see you.
Rules of the road. Follow them. Communicate with other drivers and use good old common sense.
Enjoy.
You may be a cycling pro — or you may be like most of us and need an occasional reminder on shifting basics. Here's the short version.
Always pedal while shifting.
Start with the right shifter. Take it slow and concentrate on smooth shifts with the rear cassette. Most riding can be enjoyed with this shifter alone. Explore the left shifter (front chainring) once you're comfortable.
Light, steady pressure. Shift one click at a time to find a comfortable, efficient cadence. Avoid mashing the pedals through the shift — a slight, momentary ease of pedal pressure helps.
Anticipate hills. Start downshifting before you start climbing. Your legs and your derailleur will both thank you.
Ride comfortably and enjoy.
After riding your new trike for a few weeks, set an appointment so we can double-check all components and make sure everything has settled in well.
This is included with every new trike purchase.
We're equipped to perform all regular service and maintenance for your trike. We recommend at least one tune-up per year, more if you ride heavily.
We work closely with our manufacturers to make sure your trike is assembled and tuned to perform exactly as it was designed.
The first year of ownership includes a free tune-up and adjustments. After that, we keep maintenance simple and affordable so your trike stays a joy to ride for as long as you own it.
Whether it's our trike or someone else's, if we can help, we will. Schedule a service appointment and we'll get you rolling.