ilovemypork
2009-07-23, 02:23 AM
In February I ordered a Torker Unistar CX 24" for about 100 dollars. Being a beginner, I opted for a cheaper beginner unicycle because I would not sure if I would remain interested in unicycling.
When it arrived I was extremely excited and noticed many things about the uni.
1. Small seat- this was a problem since day one since I'm about 6 feet tall and 160 pounds.
2. Large wheel- I knew a 24 inch wheel was going to be big, but it caught me by surprise when the uni was delivered. The big wheel later turned out to be great when I was able to ride around my town.
3. weird seat post clamp- This was useful when I let other people try to ride my uni
After many weeks of riding I became able to ride fairly well, free mount with ease, and idle to some extent.
As I rode more and more, I began to figure out what I liked and disliked about the uni, and I have come to these conclusions:
1. The small seat was very uncomfortable, even to the extent that sometimes I didn't want to ride because it hurt so much. However, I eventually became used to it and the seat became only a minor nuisance. The seat also does not have a proper handle.
2. The tire was more like a freestyle tire and was not completely suited for the riding I did around my yard. I quickly switched it with a tire I had on a mountain bike, instantly improving my riding experience.
3. The Torker was extremely durable. I never had a problem with it, even after constant dropping(including once into a pool) and manhandling.
4. The pedals did not have the greatest traction, and my feet often slipped. If the pedals became wet, I had to get a towel to dry my feet and the pedals to even consider trying to ride. Wearing skateboarding shoes helped combat the slipperiness.
5. When I sat on the uni, the tire compressed so that the wheel nearly hit the ground. Though it didn't hinder my riding, many people commented that the tire looked flat even though it wasn't.
Overall I felt that my money was well spent. As of today I just purchased a Nimbus X Street unicycle as an upgrade and now lend the torker to friends interested in unicycling.
OVERALL:
Pros: many choices for wheel size, durable, inexpensive,
Cons: small seat, not really a specifc style, pedals can be slippery
When it arrived I was extremely excited and noticed many things about the uni.
1. Small seat- this was a problem since day one since I'm about 6 feet tall and 160 pounds.
2. Large wheel- I knew a 24 inch wheel was going to be big, but it caught me by surprise when the uni was delivered. The big wheel later turned out to be great when I was able to ride around my town.
3. weird seat post clamp- This was useful when I let other people try to ride my uni
After many weeks of riding I became able to ride fairly well, free mount with ease, and idle to some extent.
As I rode more and more, I began to figure out what I liked and disliked about the uni, and I have come to these conclusions:
1. The small seat was very uncomfortable, even to the extent that sometimes I didn't want to ride because it hurt so much. However, I eventually became used to it and the seat became only a minor nuisance. The seat also does not have a proper handle.
2. The tire was more like a freestyle tire and was not completely suited for the riding I did around my yard. I quickly switched it with a tire I had on a mountain bike, instantly improving my riding experience.
3. The Torker was extremely durable. I never had a problem with it, even after constant dropping(including once into a pool) and manhandling.
4. The pedals did not have the greatest traction, and my feet often slipped. If the pedals became wet, I had to get a towel to dry my feet and the pedals to even consider trying to ride. Wearing skateboarding shoes helped combat the slipperiness.
5. When I sat on the uni, the tire compressed so that the wheel nearly hit the ground. Though it didn't hinder my riding, many people commented that the tire looked flat even though it wasn't.
Overall I felt that my money was well spent. As of today I just purchased a Nimbus X Street unicycle as an upgrade and now lend the torker to friends interested in unicycling.
OVERALL:
Pros: many choices for wheel size, durable, inexpensive,
Cons: small seat, not really a specifc style, pedals can be slippery