Triple777

Has anyone had a frame bag tailor made? If so, who did it? I recently had one from Alpkit and the quality was pretty disappointing. I read a lot of positive reviews about them but this is now the second time I've been underwhelmed with their stuff.

Does anyone know if you can either add a larger chain ring or replace the existing one to make it more highly geared?

Good to know, thanks.

What is your view on panniers Vs trailer?

I'm Keen on doing Switzerland but haven't worked out the best way of getting there. If I thought I could get a comfortable 100 miles per day I might cycle across France.

I'm trying to find out where the E14 fits in. It looks like it is only offered on the non-high speed mountain bike. It is possibly not compatible with the HS 28mph ones. Im waiting for confirmation from the supplier

Thanks for the link and mileage info. Any thoughts on Nuvinci Vs Rohloff?

Personally I wouldn't go the DIY route despite its advantages. It's a bit like comparing a home brew PC with a Mac. There are lots of sublties in the design which don't show up in the specs. My Levo is a great example of that... awesome mountain bike.

That seems good value!

I rode one once, not really very practical Yes wide tyres are a Must. I love my 3" . Great grip and ride but I might get a less knobbly road friendly tyre

I am hoping for 100 miles. I can get about 50 miles in mixed conditions with my 460w Levo unladen. Do you think 100 miles on 1000w Rohloff Supercharger, laden is unrealistic?

Thanks that's good to know. What wattage are your batteries? I'm hoping for a comfortable 100 mile range , obviously depending on conditions.

Yes very true. But the problem for me is the Levo is very much designed for the mountains. It's low geared and the motor is designed for torque rather than speed or efficiency. But the Riese Muller/Rohloff dual battery option is painfully expensive.

It's all relative to what your finances are and how much you use the bike. I spent a bit extra on the Levo and appreciate the subtle engineering which doesn't really show up in the specs. That said it's a bit low geared for "grand touring" I hadn't heard about Riese and Muller until this evening so I'm reading up on it. You are definitely paying a premium for the rohloff cause it's new but I do like the idea of it when you are out in the open for weeks. Definitely tempted

Great ideas. I fear I'm in "I need a new bike" mode ! Better tweak what I already have....nice one