Catrike Dumont

Catrike Dumont Recumbent Trike: Versatile, Comfortable, and Ready for Adventure

The Catrike Dumont Recumbent Trike is engineered for cyclists who demand the best in comfort, style, and performance. With its foldable frame, adjustable seating, front and rear suspension, and customizable motor options, the Dumont provides an exceptional riding experience, whether you’re taking a leisurely cruise or tackling long-distance rides. This trike is built to deliver a smooth, comfortable, and versatile ride on a variety of terrains, making it the perfect choice for adventurers and casual cyclists alike.

Key Features of the Catrike Dumont Recumbent Trike

✅ Comfortable, Adjustable Seating
The Catrike Dumont features an adjustable seat angle ranging from 42 to 49 degrees, allowing you to find the perfect riding position for maximum comfort. The seat frame is powder-coated for added durability, and the design provides excellent lumbar and shoulder support for long rides, keeping you comfortable throughout your journey.

✅ Front and Rear Suspension for a Smoother Ride
The Catrike Dumont is equipped with both front and rear suspension for an incredibly smooth and comfortable ride across rough or uneven terrain. The front suspension features 0.5-inch (12.7mm) of travel, while the rear suspension offers 2 inches (50mm) of travel, ensuring optimal cushioning for bumps and vibrations. These advanced suspension systems work together to enhance stability and performance, making the Dumont ideal for cyclists who enjoy diverse terrain without sacrificing comfort.

✅ Foldable Frame for Easy Storage and Transport
One of the standout features of the Catrike Dumont is its foldable frame, designed for easy storage and transport. Whether you're storing it at home, in your car, or even taking it with you on an RV adventure, the Dumont folds compactly to fit in tight spaces, providing unparalleled convenience.

✅ Precision Performance with Smooth Shifting
The FSA Gossamer Pro Triple crankset paired with a SRAM GX 10-speed rear derailleur gives the Dumont a total of 30 gears, allowing for smooth shifting and the versatility to tackle any terrain. The trike is equipped with 20-inch front wheels and a 26-inch rear wheel, delivering superior stability and agility on both flat roads and challenging inclines.

✅ Powerful Motor Options for Extra Assistance
The Catrike Dumont offers three motor options for riders who desire extra power and support on their rides:

• ⚡ Bosch 250W Motor: A reliable, efficient motor for everyday cycling and longer rides.
• ⚡ EBO 350W Motor: Provides extra power for tackling steeper hills and longer distances.
• ⚡ CYC 750W Motor: The most powerful option, ideal for steep climbs, rough terrains, and higher speeds, offering ample assistance for demanding rides.

✅ Made in the USA
The Catrike Dumont is proudly made in the USA, showcasing top-tier craftsmanship and quality materials. Every detail of the Dumont is designed to ensure you receive a high-performance trike that offers reliability and durability for years of enjoyment.

Technical Specifications of the Catrike Dumont

✅ Frame Material: Lightweight and durable 6061 aluminum alloy for responsive handling and long-lasting performance.
✅ Steering Type: Direct steer for quick, precise handling.
✅ Seat Angle: Adjustable from 42 to 49 degrees to customize comfort.
✅ Seat Height: 10.5 inches from the ground, offering a comfortable and stable riding position.
✅ Wheel Size: 20-inch front wheels and a 26-inch rear wheel for excellent stability and maneuverability.
✅ Weight: Approximately 41 lbs (18.6 kg).
✅ Weight Capacity: Up to 275 lbs (125 kg).
✅ Brakes: Avid BB7 mechanical disc brakes for reliable stopping power in all conditions.
✅ Drivetrain: FSA Gossamer Pro triple crankset with SRAM GX 10-speed rear derailleur for a smooth and versatile shifting experience.
✅ Turning Radius: 10 feet for enhanced maneuverability.
✅ Front Suspension Travel: 0.5 inches (12.7mm) for smooth handling and comfort on bumpy terrain.
✅ Rear Suspension Travel: 2 inches (50mm) for excellent shock absorption and added comfort.

Why Choose IndustrialBicycles.com?

✅ Wide Selection of Customization Options
The Catrike Dumont can be tailored to your specific needs with a range of motor kits and accessories. Whether you're looking for extra storage, lighting, or performance upgrades, we have everything you need to make your ride perfect.

✅ Expert Guidance and Support
Our knowledgeable team is here to assist you in selecting the right configuration for your needs, ensuring you have a tailored and enjoyable cycling experience.

✅ Exceptional After-Sales Service
We offer comprehensive after-sales support, from troubleshooting to maintenance advice. Our customer service team is dedicated to ensuring you get the most out of your trike.

Ready to Take Your Ride to the Next Level?

The Catrike Dumont Recumbent Trike is perfect for those seeking comfort, style, and adventure. With its adjustable seat, advanced suspension system, and powerful motor options, the Dumont is designed to deliver a smooth, stable, and fun ride on any terrain.

Explore the Catrike Dumont Recumbent Trike and its motor kits at IndustrialBicycles.com today and take your cycling experience to the next level!

Standard Features

Padded seat

Ergonomic adjustable seat back

Roller wheels for rolling when folded

Padded wrist rests

Rear Fender

Flag Mount & Flag

Mirrycle Rear View Mirror

Multi Purpose Clipless Pedals

Computer Sensor Mount

Brake Lever Velcro Strap for Parking

No Brake Steer

Self Centering

Ackerman Steering Compensation

Structural Front Boom

Quick-Release Indexing Boom Clamp

Aluminium Rod Ends

Low Friction PTFE Flared Chain Tube

Components

Frame & Geometry

Reviewed by Adulttricyclereview.com

Catrike Dumont Review on December 14, 2020

Finally, is the first word that pops into my head when I got my first chance to ride one of the prototype Dumont trikes from Catrike. I saw one of the first nonrideable prototypes in 2015 and I know Catrike has been working on the Dumont for even longer than that. Catrike did listen to consumers and dealers. Consumers want 26 inch rear wheel trikes that fold and have suspension. Catrike delivered with the Dumont. The Dumont is a totally new design from the ground up. Catrike calls the Dumont a “performance trike” which seems about right to me. The seat is 10” high, where the 5.5.9 is 11” but not like the Catrike 700 which is the “race trike” at 8.5”. One of my favorite features is the two transportation wheels. The Dumont can easily be rolled around the house or garage folded, and then stood on end for storage.

Frame: The frame on the Dumont is TIG welded aluminum. Catrike does it all, cuts, bends, welds, heat treats, paints and assembles every trike in their Florida factory. I would have to say the welds are beautiful and of the highest quality in the industry. The frame is constructed out of oversized, shaped and manipulated 6161 aircraft grade aluminum tubing.

Paint: Catrikes paint jobs are a work of art. There is no one in the bike industry that is better, maybe just equal to Catrike’s paint jobs. Their standard paint jobs are everything you want; clean, consistent and durable, along with seven colors to choose from. Catrike does all their own paint work, and I will have to say I have never seen a bad paint job from Catrike. If you buy your Catrike in the winter, when Catrike sales are a bit slower, sometimes Catrike will have special color options or discounts on some models.

Drive Train: The shifting is superb on the Dumont. Catrike chose a premium SRAM drivetrain combination with wide ratio 11-36 cassette and ten cogs in the rear and three in the front, for a total of thirty gears to choose from. The new SRAM GX rear derailleur performed flawlessly, mating the GX rear derailleur with the SRAM 500 TT Bar End Shifter and Microshift front derailleur. Catrike uses this setup quite often on their trikes. Bar end shifters are Catrikes shifter of choice and mine as well. Bar end shifters just make sense for me. I feel they are easier to use than the grip type shifters you see on some other brands of trikes. Grip type shifters work fine. If God knew I wanted to ride a trike with grip type shifters, he might have put my thumbs on the other side of my hands. I feel I do not have as much control of my shifting with the grip type shifters, so I applaud Catrike for choosing the Bar End Shifters.

Brakes: Catrike chose my favorite mechanical disc brake system, the Avid BB7 brakes with the Avid Speed Dial brake levers. This combination stopped the trike consistently and had no brake rub. I have no issue with the mechanical brakes that Avid offers. They are simple, reliable, and easy to adjust. Super convenient features of the Avid mechanical brakes are that each brake pad can be adjusted independently so you can really dial in your brake adjustment. Catrike chose a simple Velcro strap that you wrap around one of the brake levers for your parking brake. I really like this because it is simple and adds no weight to the trike. This also allowed Catrike to be able to use a premium brake lever. ICE and Hp Velotechnik both chose to add a brake to the rear wheel and a remote shifter to control the brake. This works well but added almost a pound to the ICE and Hp Velotechnik trikes.

Seat: Catrikes are all now coming with the new padded seat. The new padded seat has been well received by customers and people think it is a premium feature from Catrike. The padded seat fabric is of very good quality and is filled with a somewhat breathable foam. The foam does seem to hold some heat but it adds a layer of extra comfort. The seat height of the Dumont at 10 inches where as the 5.5.9 is 11 inches and the Villager 12 ½ inches. The seat angle on the Dumont can be adjusted from 42 to 49 degrees. I found the seat angle on the Dumont to be quite comfortable.

Ride: So I am going to say this is my favorite Catrike and it is Catrikes best riding trike. The ride reminded me of my daughter’s Mini Cooper S car. I love driving her car on occasion because it kind of feels like a mini race car and feels just glued to the road. The Dumont kind of feels the same to me as her Mini. Quick handling, light and nimble is what first comes to mind. Most of the ride characteristics can be attributed to the suspension and the steering.

The Dumont front suspension comes with two different elastomers. Installed is the very firm elastomer for people 160Lbs and heavier. Catrike also supplies a softer elastomer for people under 160Lbs. The front suspension travel is 12mm which is not much when you compare to ICE which has 40mm and Hp Velotechink which has 60mm. The Dumont rear suspension travel is 50mm where as ICE rear suspension travel is 100mm and Hp Velotechink rear suspension travel is 100-120mm. The Dumont comes stock with a Rockshox rear shock which is a $200.00 upgrade on the Hp Velotechnik trike.

The Dumont stayed with the same direct steering as all their other models as apposed to the indirect steering on the ICE, Hp Velotechnik and Greenspeed, trikes. Direct steering is a simpler design and seems to have a bit quicker handling feel. Even thought direct steer is not my personal favorite, I found the Dumont to handle just fine, the same as the other Catrike trikes. Not that I wanted to make the Dumont trike review a shout out between the three brands (Catrike, ICE and Hp Velotechnik), but I found it is probably just the easiest way to describe the new Dumont ride. So looking at the suspension travel numbers you should easily be able to tell quite a lot about how the new Dumont will ride over bumps. If you are looking for the plushest ride, then hands down the Hp Velotechnik Scorpion FS 26. If you are looking for more of that quick handling and tight more aggressive ride and feel, then the Dumont and the ICE trikes fall somewhere in-between.

In conclusion: I think Catrike will be very successful with the Dumont. Every year the stakes get higher in the trike business. Catrike has been left behind in the trike business with no good suspension trike, up until now. Yeah, they have the Road, but we do not want to mention that trike. The Dumont is Catrike’s new flag ship trike and will steal some sales from the 5.5.9.