Recent content by grazie

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    Recumbant trike query

    I already have most of the parts and it certainly doesn't include or will ever likely include a Rohloff hub, unless I come into some money. I'll have GSM motor on the boom and I'll have 2 or more options for gears at the rear wheel. However, I'm not following you on a number of your suggestions...
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    Help me source this part

    It would be helpful if you post clear images of the connector(s), as your link give little info. It does look like it's a bit unusual.
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    Recumbant trike query

    I would like to add a mid reducing double cog system to my trike for the reasons given in this article, as well as other reasons. I have been searching for tandem spares that I could use or adapt, but had no luck so far. Any ideas on where I can find something like this or how to make or have...
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    My eBike build (very, very pic heavy)

    I see. You know that hub gears should only be shifted when not pedalling? Makes them ideal for shifting down before for pulling way after stopping and your derailleur gear is too high.
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    My eBike build (very, very pic heavy)

    If you thought wheel building was easily, you're doing well. However, the black art isn't wheel building per se, it's building one that'll stay true without spokes coming lose or breaking. You won't know how good your wheels are until they've done a fair few miles. Rears take more abuse than...
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    Full suspension touring bike with panniers and mud guards

    At long last! Manufacturers have realised that mudguards and panniers racks are essential for practical year round cycling/commuting. Of course, my generation have known this for the last 30, 40, 50 years!
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    Full suspension touring bike with panniers and mud guards

    Does look rather impressive doesn't it (ignoring the idiotic comparisons to Porche). However, I couldn't find out the weight of it and the rack carrying capacity is only 15Kg, which isn't much for such a chunky bike.
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    Full suspension touring bike with panniers and mud guards

    If you have to have full suspension, your best best is to go for a MTB. Then add the mudguards and panniers either yourself or use a good LBS. It's best if the frame already has bosses, but it's rare/impossible to find these on MTBs. If I were you, I'd find the MTB first and add the eDrive kit...
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    2018 ORBEA GAIN

    My experience too. Seems like the 2018 models haven't been made in a while. The 2019 models are all that's offered on new orders. Whether this is just another fob off or not, I don't know.
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    2018 ORBEA GAIN

    Does anyone have more info or an opinion on the Airline Corsa wheels? I've not seen them anywhere other than on the Orbea Gain.
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    Replacing a Bosch motor

    Exactly!, hence my initial query. However, others have been very helpful in providing information about what the situation is, which I didn't already know.
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    Replacing a Bosch motor

    There are very few choices in the type of eBike I'd like. These would include the Orbea Gain (unobtainium), Giant Road E+ (I don't like), something I can't remember the name of (I don't like), Haibike Xduro (pricey) and Wisper Wolverine (v.pricey). A shame about the latter as I'd really like to...
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    Replacing a Bosch motor

    Apparently a red or grey badge is the distinguishing factor. If someone was killed or even seriously injured in a accident (almost certainly the cyclist), they'd be more than willing to take the time & effort to prove it.
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    Replacing a Bosch motor

    So we can conclude that buying the later 250W CX variant that's been de-restricted has more oomph (a highly technical term) than the older variants with a 350W motor. Crazy! :D
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    Replacing a Bosch motor

    I asked a dealer near to the bike location whether they'd check it over for a fee before I bought it. This answer I received was "No!". They wouldn't do anything with an eBike that wasn't bought from them. I'm not saying all dealers are like this, but it didn't inspire much confidence.