One thing that Schwinn have factored on this Schwinn Meridian 26 adult tricycle is providing a low step through the clearance. Cruise around town in style and remain comfortable throughout your ride in the easy-to-use Schwinn Meridian. This is a single-speed model, so there aren’t any gears you have to keep straight. This has the advantage of simplicity, and it removes one of the most common items that will break down. The disadvantage is that you don’t have the option to change gears. If you’re on flat, paved ground this is not a big deal.
The handlebar’s upright design makes it easier to keep your balance and provides a better view of the road ahead. And finally, the seat is adjustable and can be made higher or lower as needed so that riders of different heights can enjoy it comfortably. Located at the rear, the basket is collapsible enabling ease of stowing away when not in use and a dual-function as a valued picnic basket.
Tadpoles are way more likely to skid the outer front tire in a turn, than the rear. It has better handling but you have to pay attention to it. You sit very low and your feet go uphill or at least it feels that way.
The thick brake pads provide the trike’s braking power. They have situated on the opposite part of the wheel in front and the rear wheel on the left. They are located on the side of the handlebars to allow you to stop the trike without much effort when riding. Its Schwinn Meridian trike is equipped with an ergonomically created seat.
First up, I puchased a Worksman wheel set from ind-chuckz, and 26×3 Duro whitewall tire to shoehorn up front. I had to cut the V-brake mounts to get the wheel to fit. If you select Site to Store delivery, you can call your local store as complimentary assembly may be offered at that location. There’s a HEAP of information on bikeforums.net/utility-cycling/… – too much to duplicate here. I’m guessing you have a problem with the freewheel part of the front shaft.