Recent content by Nkata

When it comes to freewheeling on down slopes or on the flat is there a preference in motor type? I am quite partial to not pedelling all the time, taking mini leg rests as I amble along. I do not have a high cadence, 67 years old and often feeling it. So, hub or crank? I assume the motor will...

Hey, Thanks for all the discussion guys. I believe I thought that the front hub would be more of a drop in solution but I guess there are issues. I understand the rear drive being preferable for grip and I don't really fancy filing the drop-outs so maybe that will end the discussion. It is a...

26" x 1.5". Originally fitted with 2.25" wide MTB tyres but using narrow road tyres mainly at the moment.

My first thought was to convert this bike using a front hub conversion with pedal assistance. The forks are Rock shox SID air suspension which are easily adjusted for weight. I would look for a road legal setup with a 30 mile typical range. The gears use shimano shifters and cassettes. The...

Hi, sjpt, I'm 67 and fairly active weighing only 10st or so. But with COPD and a recent op, I just feel that some days the wind is too brisk or hills are too adverse. I will look at the link you have posted, thanks.

Hi, I'm no longer doing the massive mileage, or much at all now and I have been using a mountain bike with road tyres as my daily shopper or riding out machine. My legs or lungs not being as good as they used to be, a ten mile round trip mainly on the flat is about my present limit. I am here...