Trikes On The Trinity: Riders Explore Trails On Three Wheels

Arlington TX

07 March, 2022

6:48 PM

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By Cristian ArguetaSoto, Fort Worth Report March 7, 2022 Waxahachie resident Tom Stockdale, 67, became hooked when his friend and his wife bought used trikes on eBay. They introduced him to the three-wheeled vehicles that helped him stay active while suffering from back pain and arthritis. "If you're on a regular two-wheel bike, the gravity is pushing you down and pushing your knees. You can't get comfortable on your seat, and your back hurts from leaning over," Stockdale said. "So, on these things, I can go for miles." Stockdale now rides regularly with his neighbor, who he introduced into the world of trikes, and a group of friends who gather twice a month to cover North Texas trails. The group ride is organized by John Paulus, owner of John's Trikes & Bikes in Lancaster. Stockdale bought his trike at Paulus' shop. To read the full article, click here. Fort Worth Report is a nonpartisan, nonprofit news organization that produces factual, in-depth journalism about city and county government, schools, healthcare, business, and arts and culture in Tarrant County. Always free to read; subscribe to newsletters, read coverage or support our newsroom at fortworthreport.org.