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  1. Samcycles

    WhaTT for now

    I came across this today and couldn't find anything on the forum about it so was wondering if anyone knows a bit more about it. I've read through their website but can't find any mention of the motor size or if the throttle only works when you are pedaling so difficult to say if it would be road...
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    HELMETS - but different this time

    Let me start by saying I don't want to see compulsory helmet wearing for cycling in the UK. I support freedom of choice and people taking responsibility for their choices. Over my life I've had five serious head injuries requiring stitches or staples, the worst took 27 stitches, none of these...
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    Black.

    For me it's hi-viz in the day time with flashing lights and reflective jacket in the dark and steady lights.
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    First Ebike

    Great looking bike keep enjoying it.
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    SIMON Cowell is considering a £10million legal action against the manufacturers of the electric bike on which he crashed and broke his back.

    125cc learner bikes are capable of greater speeds yet we don't see every teenager who crashes them threatening to sue the manufacturer, but then he is in America.
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    Swytch Kit Hasn't Arrived

    I considered the Swytch kit a couple of years ago even registered but having read reviews including one where it had taken well over a year to get the kit . That was enough for me and when they released the pre order I decided not to order. They bombarded me with emails and even offered a...
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    Lazy Journalism

    Typical lazy journalism again and still falsely reporting Simon Cowell's accident as happening on an e-bike. The basic premise of this article seems to be to advise against using conversion kits...
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    First e-bike Raleigh or Carrera

    I absolutely agree about the price for a charger being ridiculous but to suggest that Raleigh bikes are just cheap imported frames re-branded as Raleigh is equally ridiculous. Many of the cheap created brands are just as you describe but Accell don't play in that market. The issues with the...
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    First e-bike Raleigh or Carrera

    I would strongly advise you to consider a lot more options as has already been suggested. I test rode at least 30 bikes before making my final decision. Until you ride the various bikes and motor systems you won't know what YOU like. There is some fantastic advise from incredibly knowledgeable...
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    First bicycle road accident tonight.

    Due to past experiences I always contact the police for every accident regardless of damage, injury or blame. I was involved in an incident with a van driver which the police refused to attend as there were no injuries. I later discovered the van was uninsured had no tax or mot and he had...
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    Help! Volt Infinity LS or Cube Town RT Hybrid Exc 500?

    I have a 2019 Cube Town hybrid SL 500 with Bosch ALP and the nexus 8 with Di2 shift. I've had no issues so far and am very happy with the bike. I researched a long time before buying and ALL ebike motors have problems, the ebr forum had lots of information on known issues with all the main...
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    Sore wrist help.

    I've been considering these for my Raleigh Pioneer as I've problems with carpal tunnel syndrome. https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00GPM926K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_8kuuFb0TSCTTQ
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    Trek Allant+ 8 for touring

    Enjoy using it that's a great looking bike. Love the colour.
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    Help! Help me climb these hills please!

    I bought a Cube town hybrid SL500 a few months back. It has the Active Line Plus and Nexus 8 hub gears and it cruises up hills with ease. I am regularly covering 25 to 35 miles per ride and still have 4 bars on the battery indicator. I really love the bike. I also had a recent brief ride of the...
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    Speed Difference

    It's no different to the speedometer on a car, it's set based on the original specifications so when you change wheel or tyre size this will give a false reading. I've used a Garmin GPS and my phone's GPS to check my Bosch intuvia and all give slightly different readings for speed and distance...
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    Bosch Battery Conundrum

    Like so many people have said the range estimate on the intuvia fluctuates a lot but I've got used to it quite quickly. When I'm riding on the flat above the cut off the range increases because naturally I'm covering miles without draining power but if there is a hill to climb I will be in sport...
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    Government Announce - Fix Your Bike Voucher Scheme

    I have a good local bike dealer who will do a major service for £45 inc VAT so I'm hoping the NI government will follow the lead and offer these vouchers and then I can treat my old non electric Raleigh to some TLC
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    Comfortable step through

    I've been thinking about a similar bike for my other half and am patiently waiting for the LBS to get the new Wisper Wayfarer in for a test ride. The Volt Regent is worth a look too it was that bike that I first experienced the nexus 8 hub gears on.
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    Hello From The Hills of the North Weald!

    I bought a cube Town hybrid SL500. I wanted the upright riding position & hub gears. Came Bosch ALP with Shimano Di2 which I find a bonus.
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    Yamaha centre motor rated 70Nm - any issues?

    I had an extended test ride of a Haibike sduro 2.5 street with the the Yamaha PW motor. I don't know if there are any known issues with it but I found it responsive with plenty of power on the hills. The only thing I could say about it was the sound of the motor was much more noticeable than the...