If you are looking for a used Lenz Sport skibike in January 2016, there are a number of models for sale over in Steamboat Springs.
So far, I see a Blip, Brawler, Defender, and a Sortie for sale. If you want to find them yourself, go to the Boulder Craigslist and search for 'skibike'.
The prices that I'm finding.
Brawler: $700
Blip: $1600
Defender: $2100
Sortie: $2100
The Brawler has a springer fork but that is easy to upgrade. The springer has a different feel but fun once you get used to it.
The Brawler is a size small. Fits some about 5'6" and under.
The Blip is a smaller version of the Launch. Great for kids and smaller riders.
The Sortie is a lighter version of the Launch. Also built for women and kids. The ad does not state what size it is.
I can't remember the details about the Defender. Nothing about it is on the Lenz Sport website either.
While these skibikes are not being sold by Lenz, visit the Lenz Sport website if one wants to find out more about each model. Then contact the seller using the contact information on Craigslist.
These prices are really nice. Buy one of these now and one can enjoy it for the rest of the ski season.
by G. Kunkel
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Thursday, January 21, 2016
Tuesday, January 12, 2016
Replacement K2 Snowcycle seat covers are now available
Seat covers are available for purchase for K2 Snowcycles. If you have an original cover on your snow bike, I'm sure it's torn up by now.
The original seats were made from marine vinyl which just does not hold up in cold weather. It gets brittle and then cracks. Heavy duty arctic vinyl rated to -30 F is a much better option.
I'm now offering replacement seat covers that will fit all K2 Snowcycle models like: the SMX, Adult 1.0, Youth 1.0. They used a standard seat base for all their models.
These skibike covers are made from Spradling Arctic Vinyl in the black color. One can get all the fabric specifications here. The color pigments are UV stabilized to reduce any fading. Seams are double stitched for strength.
The seat covers with installation instructions are $80 plus shipping/tax. Discounts available to orders of 12+ covers.
Installation requires a heavy duty staple gun, staples, spray adhesive, hair dryer, hammer, heavy duty staple remover, patience, and brute strength.
If you don't feel like tackling the installation, drop by my house or mail me your seat. There is an additional charge for installation and shipping.
All seat covers are made by myself in my Colorado studio.
I am currently donating my time and expertise to making and recovering the seats for the K2 Snowcycle fleet at the National Sports Center for the Disabled at Winter Park Resort.
Here is the first replacement cover installed:
These K2 Snowcycle snow bike seat covers can be ordered at EpicSkibike.com or off Ebid.net. Or contact me at watertigerenterprisesllc(at)comcast.net.
If one needs an entire seat replaced due to degraded foam or wood base, SkiBikeFun.com offers them for $150 on their website.
by G. Kunkel © 2016 G. Kunkel and A Colorado Skibiker Goes Skibiking. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from this blog’s author and/or owner is strictly prohibited. Excerpts and links may be used, provided that full and clear credit is given to G. Kunkel and A Colorado Skibiker Goes Skibiking with appropriate and specific direction to the original content. Google
The original seats were made from marine vinyl which just does not hold up in cold weather. It gets brittle and then cracks. Heavy duty arctic vinyl rated to -30 F is a much better option.
I'm now offering replacement seat covers that will fit all K2 Snowcycle models like: the SMX, Adult 1.0, Youth 1.0. They used a standard seat base for all their models.
These skibike covers are made from Spradling Arctic Vinyl in the black color. One can get all the fabric specifications here. The color pigments are UV stabilized to reduce any fading. Seams are double stitched for strength.
The seat covers with installation instructions are $80 plus shipping/tax. Discounts available to orders of 12+ covers.
Installation requires a heavy duty staple gun, staples, spray adhesive, hair dryer, hammer, heavy duty staple remover, patience, and brute strength.
If you don't feel like tackling the installation, drop by my house or mail me your seat. There is an additional charge for installation and shipping.
All seat covers are made by myself in my Colorado studio.
I am currently donating my time and expertise to making and recovering the seats for the K2 Snowcycle fleet at the National Sports Center for the Disabled at Winter Park Resort.
Here is the first replacement cover installed:
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| K2 Snowcycle replacement seat cover |
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| K2 seat cover overhead view |
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| New seat cover next to torn up K2 seat covers |
These K2 Snowcycle snow bike seat covers can be ordered at EpicSkibike.com or off Ebid.net. Or contact me at watertigerenterprisesllc(at)comcast.net.
If one needs an entire seat replaced due to degraded foam or wood base, SkiBikeFun.com offers them for $150 on their website.
by G. Kunkel © 2016 G. Kunkel and A Colorado Skibiker Goes Skibiking. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from this blog’s author and/or owner is strictly prohibited. Excerpts and links may be used, provided that full and clear credit is given to G. Kunkel and A Colorado Skibiker Goes Skibiking with appropriate and specific direction to the original content. Google
Wednesday, January 6, 2016
Adaptive peg skibikers allowed at Copper Mountain
Adaptive peg skibiker? Your options have increased in Colorado.
Those peg skibikers with disabilities and are willing to work with management at Copper Mountain, can gain access. It seems they are softening their stance - a bit.
I was over at Devin's shop yesterday. He mentioned that a disabled couple that owned Lenz Sport skibikes had gained access to Copper Mountain. I asked how they did it.
The couple quietly contacted Copper management and said they would like adaptive access. After supplying all necessary medical documentation, they were issued permits that were affixed to their bikes frames.
They now can ride where the able bodied cannot.
So if you want to ride at Copper, have a disability, and politely approach their management - you may gain access.
I think I"ll inquire.
by G. Kunkel © 2016 G. Kunkel and A Colorado Skibiker Goes Skibiking. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from this blog’s author and/or owner is strictly prohibited. Excerpts and links may be used, provided that full and clear credit is given to G. Kunkel and A Colorado Skibiker Goes Skibiking with appropriate and specific direction to the original content. Google
Those peg skibikers with disabilities and are willing to work with management at Copper Mountain, can gain access. It seems they are softening their stance - a bit.
I was over at Devin's shop yesterday. He mentioned that a disabled couple that owned Lenz Sport skibikes had gained access to Copper Mountain. I asked how they did it.
The couple quietly contacted Copper management and said they would like adaptive access. After supplying all necessary medical documentation, they were issued permits that were affixed to their bikes frames.
They now can ride where the able bodied cannot.
So if you want to ride at Copper, have a disability, and politely approach their management - you may gain access.
I think I"ll inquire.
by G. Kunkel © 2016 G. Kunkel and A Colorado Skibiker Goes Skibiking. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from this blog’s author and/or owner is strictly prohibited. Excerpts and links may be used, provided that full and clear credit is given to G. Kunkel and A Colorado Skibiker Goes Skibiking with appropriate and specific direction to the original content. Google
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