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    Winora Radius Plain

    Do you mind me asking how tall you are? I have been told that these are not so good for taller riders- I'm 5'8''
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    Winora Radius Plain

    Is 19.7kg quite heavy for an ebike??
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    Winora Radius Plain

    Thanks! Yeah I'm not envisaging tackling massive hills- maybe a few bumps. My main concern is getting away at traffic and start stop for lights etc- I fear the wobble of getting going and then flopping into a car or something! Hoping the little tyres might help me in start/ stop traffic and...
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    Should I get the Winora Radius Plain- 2016?????

    Thanks! I am 5'8''- would it be an issue????
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    Winora Radius Plain

    Yeah it's 20% off on 50cycles and they have an xmas 10% off in addition to that.. only problem is they are low in stock already and cant get down to test ride :(
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    Winora Radius Plain

    Thanks! I want it for cycling to work in London, around London and canal towpaths etc. I can get one for £1345- does that sound reasonable???
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    Should I get the Winora Radius Plain- 2016?????

    Hi, Does anyone have any views on this as a first time ebike???? I have a small flat and so the ability to flatten it seems really helpful but I'm not great on comparing all the technical specs! Winora Radius Plain – 2016 Technical Specifications Frame shape Compact Frame Aluminium 6061...
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    Winora Radius Plain

    Hi, Does anyone have any views on this as a first time ebike???? I have a small flat and so the ability to flatten it seems really helpful but I'm not great on comparing all the technical specs! Winora Radius Plain – 2016 Technical Specifications Frame shape Compact Frame Aluminium 6061...
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    Absolute newbie to e-bikes!!

    Would love to but work is tricky at the moment!
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    Absolute newbie to e-bikes!!

    I have a diagnosis of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (before changes to terminology). I am quite sad that you feel I would causing disrespect to others with similar conditions. I have said that I am lucky I can still work full time- yet this doesn't mean that I don't have difficulties. I am unfit...
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    Absolute newbie to e-bikes!!

    Thanks will look at some reviews. Where are you based? Are you able to maintain these bikes with spares etc through other shops if not able to get to your premises?
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    Absolute newbie to e-bikes!!

    Thanks all, It is hard I know to give advice to a stranger! For me my CFS tends to come in spells- more and less energy and expending a large amount of energy can really knock me back for days. As such I wanted to get something I can rely on that will help me on the good and also the not so...
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    Absolute newbie to e-bikes!!

    Yes it is heavily subsidised by the council as they want to get people cycling- there is a long waiting list hence looking at a fold up bike potentially also.
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    Absolute newbie to e-bikes!!

    Thanks so much! I think I am going to go for one of the new bikes through a dealership relatively close by as think I would feel better with the support they can offer etc
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    Absolute newbie to e-bikes!!

    Thanks! The gear changing situations sounds tricky- I am not sure changing down will be that practical all the time in London traffic/ traffic lights etc. If you don't get down the gears does it not offer any assistance when starting? Do you have any examples of bikes that are automatic are you...
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    Absolute newbie to e-bikes!!

    http://www.cyclehoop.rentals/ The Lambeth Bikehangar You can rent for £30 per year- get a key etc. Its covered and more secure.
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    Absolute newbie to e-bikes!!

    Thanks! Which is better hub or crank drive?! I'm not sure I know the difference :(
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    Absolute newbie to e-bikes!!

    Help! I am getting totally overwhelmed with all the information! Live and work North East London, I am looking for something to use mainly roads and tracks (I.e. towpath) for work and leisure. Starting a new job in September and wont be able to drive much. I am 5'8'' and relatively heavy. I...