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  1. KirstinS

    Helmet camera recommendations please

    Thanks both, I'm stuck with iPhone only access at moment and techmoan isn't very mobile friendly. Good tip and I shall check over the weekend Thanks tilson also but I want something smaller/unobtrusive and cheaper really. Tube style rather than box
  2. KirstinS

    Helmet camera recommendations please

    That’s it – due to recent close shave and this happening to one of my mates I’m in the market for a helmet cam. (he is ok btw, or at least he just needed time and physio, he was back on the bike after 3 months) I just want cheap, waterproof recording (on a loop is fine) purely as evidence...
  3. KirstinS

    Lighting/battery question

    Well it arrived and works a treat. I've tested with 2,3 and 4s and it will happily charge an iPad and an iPhone ( getting near 3a so that but was correct)
  4. KirstinS

    Dynamo...

    Ok, lets do this overcomplicated thing :). Some other overcomplicatwed but non dynamo ideas Alternative Option 1) Buy a cheap wind up torch with internal lithium battery. Take it to bits and keep the crank and the PCB only. Mount the crank to the top tube of your bike and run wires from the...
  5. KirstinS

    Dynamo...

    I carry two Usb chargeable back up lights I also carry a small portable charger that contains a single 18650 cell. It doubles as a back up for my mobile and my cycle lights My main bike pack also has a usb out Cheap, easy, smaller than a puncture repair kit
  6. KirstinS

    Schwalbe spiked winter tyres - 15quid

    Just spotted these online. Bargain for those who like this sort if thing http://www.planetx.co.uk/i/q/TYSCSNST/schwalbe-snow-stud-wired-tyre cheers
  7. KirstinS

    New Electric Bike £241 Delivered.

    Showing as 212 quid now ! Very weird bike. Looks like a Currie old skool electrodrive that has been repurposed to a mid drive Don't understand how the gearing works with those 2 chAins Edit- sorry 241 is delivered as you clearly wrote!
  8. KirstinS

    best all rounder

    For me a nexus 8, or better an alfine, hub gear is absolutely essential in an ebike
  9. KirstinS

    Bafang BBSxx left sided thumb throttle

    I use mine on left without issue as all my gears are on right (alfine hub)
  10. KirstinS

    Never need to chage again

    Won't intra city scooter riders be the least range anxious e vehicle user ? If it'sswappable then it's chargeable at work or home easily too And speeds are not for city use Not sure all the thinking is joined up here
  11. KirstinS

    Panniers !! (The Best?)

    With you on this one , single shoulder strap bag is best unless you have serious kilo to transport
  12. KirstinS

    Alien Synergie controls

    Depending on the model you may find some wires sticking out underneath the bottom bracket If they are connected then a15.5mph Speed restriction is in place if not connected then no restriction If going too fast for you then try connecting them. If present that is ! Certainly there on a...
  13. KirstinS

    Smallest BMS in the world?

    As it happens I played around with one of those exact units a couple years back ! I powered with a 18650 instead of 2xaa and it made a good difference to brightness Ultimately not enough and the switch for use is hateful in practice Good luck with it!
  14. KirstinS

    Smallest BMS in the world?

    Actually I rather meant the indicator setup you designed The dect stuff. It's very cool butt rather niche as you say
  15. KirstinS

    Smallest BMS in the world?

    Also, id be grateful for a pointer to where you purchased your stepper gizmo
  16. KirstinS

    Smallest BMS in the world?

    The bms inside a smart phone may be smaller still ? I'm really interested in the signals , please do update as you go - unless it's a top secret patent pending!
  17. KirstinS

    A very happy New Year to all ebikers!

    Open the good stuff and have a great 2015 ! Cheers Kirstin
  18. KirstinS

    Customs bag... and sewing machine?

    My brother runs a custom canvas and camper van business. He is also a sail maker He knows all about strong, water proof fabrics! He has custom made bags for folk plenty times before although not his main business ( last one was 6 bags for a band's electronic gear) No idea how pricey it would...
  19. KirstinS

    Lighting/battery question

    Apologies if this is slightly off track but I've ordered one of these to play with http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&alt=web&id=111436466115 It takes 2 to 6s, useful if you have multiple packs in this range (like I do).
  20. KirstinS

    Seeking clarity on the law

    There isn't You have the letter, the changes which will take place Police forces round the country using 250w bikes And the reality of no prosecutions If that ain't good enough for you then take the bus and wait for the law harmonisation to take effect