Sport-touring bikes

Sport-touring bikes are the workhorses of the recumbent world. You can kit out these bikes for speed, upgrading tires and drivetrain parts. Or you can leave them in stock form a fitness bike that will grow with your abilities. You can load them for touring or commuting, or leave them light for zippy day rides.

They usually come with a 26″ rear wheel, giving higher gearing and a smoother ride at speed. Or they can often be equipped with a smaller 20″ rear wheel to make it lighter, more compact and maneuverable.

Some of these models have a folding option for extra portability. Some offer suspension for additional comfort in sub-optimal riding conditions.

Upshot:

If you aren’t sure what you want, this is the category to look at.