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Sorry to resurrect an old thread but we have found the bike she likes. It's an Orbea Katu 40 with Sturmer archer 5 gear internal hub. It's the heavy duty one designed for cargo use. This limits us to a crank drive or front wheel conversion. It has large panniers on the back and the huge basket...

I bought a crosscity e 2 years ago and have been using it as my commuting/everyday bike. It has now done over 5000 miles in all weathers and is starting to lose charge. Only getting 10-15 miles per charge now. The replacement battery is not stocked by halfords anymore but I've seen several...

I've had a look at those motors before but was put off by the shipping costs and lack of support if something goes wrong. Are there any UK suppliers that are able to offer something similar? Btw I normally ride around 10mph on longer rides

Her weight 60kg Bike weight unknown as yet. Possibly looking at a Raleigh pioneer with steel frame we have sat in the shed or else getting something newer second hand that's a bit lighter. We are in the East Midlands so not too bad on gradient. She does put in quite a bit of effort but just...

I currently have a carrera crosscity e with I think an 8.7ah battery in it. My partner has been using it for longer day trips and we have been amazed at the range it offers. We have done 45 mile rides with the display still showing 2 bars of charge left (it's rated for 30miles tops). I know she...

I've noticed Lidl are selling 20 volt 2ah cordless drill battery packs for £12.99. That seems like a lot of battery for the cost and they are in a good sealed unit. Do you think it would be feasible to link these in series and parallel to form a modular battery like others have done with dewalt...

Sorry about that Warwick, I messaged about possibly purchasing your bike but then ended up getting a good offer on a carrera crosscity e. Hope you got the bike sold, it looked very tempting.