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Yes Eagle, you are right (as always!) I know I need to try some but I'm just trying to get as much theoretical research as possible in first! Knowledge is power and all that.. Mandy

Yes Scott I like the Verona/Milano but I don't think they are on that deal, I think it's the Liberty/Safari which, as you say, are quite heavy. Mandy

Hi, I'm happy to share if we can agree on a model, seems like a good way to get a well priced bike! And I certainly know from my exhaustive researching that Bafung motors are very good and that Kudos is a very reputable and respected company. I think we also have quite similar tastes and requirements. Deborah Meadon would so go for it! Mandy

So I see Eagle and still 3 days to go.

Thanks Eagle for your tireless efforts! I wouldn't rule out Freego personally but Woosh definitely seem like a great company. Mandy

Hi, Yes they are good deals aren't they? Just need to find someone to share with! Mandy

Funny you should say that, I think Kudos do something very similar... 2 for under a thousand pounds. Maybe we should start our own business to help confused ladies of a certain age to find a bike! I'd definitely employ Eagle as chief research tzar! Mandy

Yes I do, but I love Eagle's commitment and perseverence!

Hi, take a look at my last couple of threads, I think we are in similar situations! I've been wavering around between Woosh Crusa, Santana, Kudos Milano, Regency... and now Eagle has thrown Freego Wrens into the mix too. There's only so much research one menopausal brain can take so I'm going to try some (as wisely recommended here). I must try not to be too swayed by a nice colour and wicker basket :-) Mandy

Wow £400 is good value, you're like having my own personal search engine!

Very helpful, thanks :-)

Hi Eagle, Many thanks, these all look great too and there are plenty of good places in Brighton for service/repairs etc. My only problem with ebay is the collection in person part, I would happily pay for a courier but they all seem to say that's not an option! Mandy

Hi Scott, thanks, that also throws wheel size into the mix! The Wisper is ex demo so sub £1000. Garf from ebikes direct said maybe the lighter weight Wisper would trump the Freego Regency but there's not much difference between the weights of all the bikes I've been looking at really, maybe 2kg? As all the motors seem to be 250W 36v I'm not sure how to choose between them. As Gaz, Eagle and NealH pointed out, best to try first! Mandy

Hi, I feel like I've done so much researching and review reading now that my brain has turned into a big pile of electric mush! I think if someone said `look just shut up now and buy......... `I probably would! Mandy

Thanks Gaz, yes I'm going to Devon soon and intend to rent some bikes while I'm there to give them a good try out. Does battery also contribute to power then and not just cycling time? In which case the Regency looks pretty good value. Mandy