Abi-Abster
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Hi All, After a visit in person to 'e-bikes direct' HQ in East Sussex, much to my surprise I plumped for the Freego Eagle with a twist-and-go throttle (not a thumb throttle, which would've been more uncomfortable to use longterm). The Freego Eagle hadn't been in my shortlist, but it felt the most comfortable overall, and the crossbar version had £500 off. Plus, being a disabled non-peddler, needing a throttle which could be derestricted narrowed down my options somewhat. By signing a disclaimer for e-bikes direct I was able to have the throttle derestricted to approx 15.5mph before its delivery. However, this isn't fast enough to keep up with my husband - even if I try Peddle Assist for a little bit (which is actually beyond me anyway) I can only get up to 16-17mph, and then only fleetingly before the speed plummets again. Researching further derestriction, I came across this seemingly simplistic way to trick the system of an e-bike into thinking it's moving more slowly than it is, thereby allowing it to travel faster. It's also a cheaper approach than buying a dongle! I have no issues not knowing my real speed or journey time/ distance, so am not bothered about the effects any derestriction or speed sneakiness will have on the LCD display. And he's done a handy youtube too: However, on the Freego Eagle I can't seem to find either the magnet on the spokes or the controller. Of course, this may be because it uses an entirely different set-up to judge the speed of the bike! Apparently there's also someone nearby in Sussex who will sneakily adjust the speed reader for clients. He works for himself and not for a bike shop, but of course the guy I was speaking to about this in Halfords (where I went to get our daughter's bike fixed) conveniently couldn't remember his name! Any thoughts/ ideas/ recommendations on how to proceed are most welcome! Cheers, Abi.
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I’m 5’8/9” around 69kg or lower (under 11st), a confident cyclist - grew up in Oxford, up in the hills of Scotland every holiday - it’s just that my legs don’t bl00dy work anymore. Luggage would be just for day trips (we have a campervan!) and I don’t like low handlebar positioning like you find on many mountain bikes. That’s a fab scheme: what a great idea for us buyers and fantastic incentive for the shops! And thanks, I’ve already visited the two specialist e-bike shops at the bottom of my road (I live in a bike-crazy area of the country!), but their bikes are all waaaaaay out of my price range and only a couple featured a throttle. There’s Giant left, but e-bikes aren’t their area of focus or expertise, plus if I’m going to spend that amount of money I’d rather go to a proper independent. But thanks for your suggestions - and for your patience and sense of humour regarding my persistent questioning, LOL! Wishing you and Juicy all the best, Abi.
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Thanks for this - I’m desperate to start cycling and would love to try one of your bikes. Unfortunately, there’s a very noticeable and surprisingly large Juicy gap around Brighton where I live. Why is this? I’m not fussed on looks, more need a bike which fits my needs. So which of the above would you recommend for me personally, please (especially for no-pedal hills!)? Thanks!
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Evening All! Essentially, I’m looking for a hybrid or off-road bike with a throttle, as due to being disabled I can’t always peddle, even without applying real pressure. Yes, I’m aware of current regulations, but frankly, for me it’s either a throttle or no cycling and no outdoorsiness. Of course if there’s another option, please let me know - bearing in mind I can be a bit of a speed freak, and I’ll be wanting my bike de-restricted like my old moped days! I’m looking for a bike to take me off-road on the Sussex Downs, up dirt tracks in Scotland, and also on the roads or along the beachfront with my husband and the kids (9 & 11). Distance is not so important while the girls are young. So far my weeks of research - including help on here from various forum users and official e-bike sales reps (thanks All!) - has reduced the bewildering choice available on the market down to: > Wisper 705 SE > Whoosh Santana > Cyclotricity Stealth > Ezee Forza LTS (front or rear wheel drive?) And if I can also find the following on a 12-month Finance deal: > Oxygen S-Cross ST (I think?) > Roo Dog (not sure of model) > Juicy (not sure of model) Your thoughts and recommendations please, on a speedy, throttle-friendly, no-pedal necessary e-bike which can also hack hills (ie: does this mean a crank drive motor, or will de-restricted speed kill the motor too soon)? I have a mobility scooter already, so I’m not looking for something on which to potter around town. I’m also not cash-rich, so the bike should cost around the £1,000 - £1,350 mark (including any extras) and be available on Finance. Thanks in advance for your collective input: I actually had to take a week off searching for an e-bike just now because of too much choice...leading to brain overload, total overwhelm and...no bike! Hopefully amongst you, you e-bike experts can make the decision for me :-D Cheers! Abi. PS: I’m 5’8 or 9” and around 68kg
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Thanks for taking the time to explain everything: it’s really helpful for a newbie like me to have it all spelled out! The Santana looks far more comfortable (better for my pain), but the Zephyr looks like it would handle hilly dirt tracks better. Do they both have the right power for off-road hillst you mentioned I needed? Or is one better than the other for no-pedal hills and rough terrain? I acknowledge you’re unable to discuss adding ‘go faster’ stripes, but would one model lend itself better than the other to this particular modification? And would I have to change the wattage or the battery size to enable this (especially as I won’t be pedalling at all)? Thanks very much for your patience in answering all my questions Abi.
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Thanks, I know e-bikes are heavier, but some are more tricky to transport than others! We currently don’t have any bike carrier as we can’t go cycling together. Which I’m hoping to rectify! We’re about to swap cars on the Motability scheme, so are going to have to think about how to transport the 4 bikes we’ll have (mine being the only e-bike). It’ll have to be a cheap carrier, whichever the option!
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Love it Trevor, but I’m lucky enough to not need quite so much assistance most of the time. Plus I have a mobility scooter already. Not nearly as cool as the Ogo of course, but then it only cost £150 secondhand - from a lovely 87 year-old lady who didn’t need it! Thanks for taking the time to reply (twice)! Much appreciated. I had a good cry at the videos too: the Ogo is just breathtaking and I’d swap my mobility scooter and more for one in a heartbeat - if they didn’t cost £12K+!
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Morning Woosh, thanks for your message late last night: I’m impressed by your dedication! So, unfortunately I don’t really know what I’m looking at - which is why I asked the question in the first place! With regards your website, I got as far as discounting the Big Bear (great on hills but weighty n unwieldy to put in a car, plus in any case I’m not that tall or heavy) and considering the Krieger (it being fast). I’m sure you have a better idea of which of your Woosh bikes would be best for my needs - what are your thoughts?
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Gaz Love, thanks for this. I *may* have been stalking your previous posts about the bike your missus has What’s the difference between the 705 and 905SEs pleasey? Thanks for pointing out the Oxygen too. It’s another bike I’ve been looking at, though I’m also not sure of its non-pedalability... Abi x
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Hi, Thanks for your message. I had a look at your shop earlier today when I was perusing the forum. Me, I’m 5’8-9” and 10 1/2 stone-ish. I haven’t weighed or measured myself in years: probably shrunk and got heavier, haha. But I’m a fairly average weight for my height. Range is not so important while the kids are young; it’s more power for up off-road hills and speed for getting from A - B. A leisurely day trip would more than adequately cover it. Thanks for your time :-)
