Recent content by arcascomp

Thanks guys for the responses so far, having looked about at what's on offer in my (admittedly) tight budget for a 'cyclists' ebike I think I'm veering towards fitting a kit to a non powered bike such as a Kona Dr Good that would come in at close to my £1000 budget and fit most of the...

Caph, I know I'll probably have to forget the hub gears, but I just prefer them as they tend to be less aggro over a number of years. also the cheap quality of gears used does worry me a bit although I know that doesn't mean they'll not last a year our so. Cheers Craig.

Seems the buying will be done at the end of March so I will not get to wait for later releases sadly (but I get a new toy sooner though :) ) NRG, thanks for the comment about the two motors, I thought that might be the case, but wasn't too sure. Streethawk, you're right the Carrera Subway...

Thanks Flecc for that word of warning! I wasn't sure if this was yet another Giant twist of similar construction as previous models or if they were trying a newer design - seems best to steer clear. You are right that almost any ebike will get me there and back, mostly I intend to continue...

Hi, First question and I will start with an apology for starting yet another "what bike" type of thread! (and for the long rambling post) I have commuted to work by bike since 1991 and have always worked in and around Edinburgh city which, although generally hilly in places, can often be...