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My favorite cycle app is CycleComp for the Iphone. Its slightly different in that it appeals to people like me who dont want a complicated program with lots of bells and whistles but simply a LARGE speed read out. It does this very well with a digital and also a car speedo type interface. It...

Thanks guys, this all seems to make sense. It is just possible that I will be able to do this. My ride is 11 miles each way, on the middle setting I get home with one solid light showing from fully charged. Using the middle power setting on the outbound journey and full power to get home gives...

Thanks for the reply NRG, but does the hardware do this already with the Panasonic system? ie when charging, the 5 lights light up and then go out = 80% charge (like the Toyota system), or do I need to turn it off manually at 4 lights or 5 lights before they go out to equal 80% charge?

Whilst talking about batteries and charging, I read somewhere that you should never flatten the battery completely and never charge it to maximum (conditioning excepted). I have a Kalkhoff bike with the Panasonic system, does this mean that the hardware takes care of all of this for me? Or...

Well my vote goes to the Kalkhoff Sahel Pro disc. Why? well I've just bought one, to be delivered in January. I took advantage of 50cycles sale and also wanted to beat the VAT thing. I took one for a test ride, it was bitterly cold with plenty of ice and slush around, so hardly the best day...

Have you considered a smart phone and app? I hadn't, I am in the same position as you and waiting for my new bike, I sort of stumbled into the idea. I already have an IPhone, so I just need a handlebar mount. Just an idea Blackrat

Mussels and Treackletreat, Thanks for the advice. Changing at work wont be too much of a problem. I must admit I didn't expect budget recommendations, I assumed everyone would be telling me to spend more to get good quality as it would be better (not always the case) Is the budget stuff as...

Great topic for someone like me who is new to all of this. Thanks, Blackrat

Hi, I am about to start commuting over an 11 mile each way journey in all weathers. At work I have to wear smart clothes and have a neat appearance e.g. ironed shirt ect. Currently I have a cycle helmet and some summer weight gear from my non-powered bicycle and I have never commuted before...

Hi Everyone, Wow, that was a pleasant surprise. Not only to get so many replies but lots of useful information. Thanks to everyone for the tips and recommendations. I will definitely try some more bikes before I buy and I have already contacted 50 cycles who were very helpful. I am...

Hi, I am new to the forum and this is my first post and its the typical which bike do I choose? I have done my research on the internet, I've watched the YouTube videos and even had a couple of test rides and of course I have checked out the messages on this forum. What I'm after are, any...