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Hi, did you end up going with the Woosh Gran Camino? And if so, how is the experience so far? I'm also 5'7" and very interested in getting it. I have placed the order and should get it in October (2021), but I'm still bit worried about the height situation.

Ah, this makes things clear. It's a shame I really liked Crossfire 2.0. Do you have to put in significant effort even on max power mode with that torque sensor? Any chance that 2021 model overall is any better? Otherwise it's pretty clear I should look for other options.

Thanks a lot for that info. I'm not getting eBike beacuse I need it, I'm getting it beacuse I really like them.

Thanks for the reply! As far as security is concerned, I'm the type that plans to do everything I can to keep it protected, including insurance and researching enough to make sure they pay out when needed. Bad stuff can happen in any case though so I understand that. Now to the bikes, pleased to know that Crossfire is a good choice after all. I do get your point that Halfords can be a hit or miss. Did you check out the 2021 model of Crossfire 2.0 that I linked (https://www.halfords.com/cycling/bikes/electric-bikes---back-in-stock/carrera-crossfire-e-mens-electric-hybrid-bike-2021---21in-446022.html) is it exact same other than the new display or overall, any better in reliability? Now knowing that Woosh is Chinese and added bonus that store isn’t even available locally I’m really starting to prefer Crossfire. What do you say about not having thumb throttle control? Is that a worthy enough feature to choose a different bike for?

Hi! I will be going to Nottingham in September for University. I plan on getting an eBike there for commute mainly on bike lanes. I’m 5′ 7″ and weigh around 68KG. I have never searched bikes themselves properly before and I used to ride for fun on cheap bikes around 5 years ago (and before that), so since then I haven’t been on a bike. I browsed through hundreds of options and watched many YouTube videos on the subject. Finally, it came down to these two bikes, Carrera Crossfire E 2.0 (2021 Model) and Woosh Gran-Camino (clickable names with link to sites). Halfords (Carrera Crossfire 2021) will be nearby but I cannot visit Woosh and will need them to deliver Gran-Camino to Nottingham, which also means I can’t test ride it. With Halfords I also get warranty and other help that any local store offers. I have prepared a spreadsheet with main specs of both of the bike’s side by side, I’d appreciate it if you could quickly check it before you make a comment. I have highlighted specs that I prefer in green. https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1gZzYosQypihxoKC94clHR_5ORmbRYwkLCns4UhnULQw/edit?usp=sharing I prefer the looks of Crossfire to that of Gran-Camino. I also really like the multicolour display on Crossfire. One interesting thing is battery capacity and advertised range, Carrera uses 417Wh battery and advertises 60 miles of range, whereas Gran-Camino uses 612Wh battery and advertises the same range of 60 miles. I do understand that Gran-Camino is 1.5KG heavier but 195Wh should still offer significantly more range. Gran-Camino is meant for 5′ 8″ and taller, will It be fine for me (5′ 7″)? Any adjustments? I do like the idea of having thumb throttle control along with pedal assist that Camino offers unlike Crossfire. I’d like input on this, how difficult is it to pedal Crossfire on highest assist mode whilst on easiest gear? Is it worth it to have a throttle control when you get really tired? Or is it easy enough to paddle crossfire on easiest gear for assist for an average person when you get very tired? Another thing I noticed is that people really dislike the motor-system (Suntour Performance Rear Wheel Drive) of Crossfire even though I’m not fully sure as to why torque sensor here is a bad thing? Anyway, is it any better with 2021 model of Crossfire? How does Camino’s Shengyi DWG22C compare? I do feel like I’m getting more value with Woosh Gran-Camino but for some reason Carrera Crossfire 2021 looks cooler and may be higher quality? I’d really appreciate any help here to reach the final decision! I'm also open to any other brands/bikes in this price range. Thanks!