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True, my chain broke on a long ride far from home. It wasn't fixable in the feild and it was only the fact that I had a hub motor that I was able to "power" myself home. However, I have serviced my suspension but couldn't really feel that much of an improvement compared to just prior to service IMHO. Keeping it clean and lubed, works for me. Sent from my Nexus 7 using Tapatalk

Just my thoughts but I've been using a Giant Trance full suspension MTB on and off road and with the Oxydrive CST kit added for a few years now and I can easily manage 18-20 mph on road (with pedalling and moderate assist) I use a tyre which manages well on road and performs off road along with the ability to "lock out" the suspension (front and rear). I would broadly agree with points as above and that suspension maintenance is required more frequently if you go off road and components get covered in crud, whereas a little care in cleaning your bike can stretch any maintenance needs. Sent from my Nexus 7 using Tapatalk

I agree with Eddie, security and stability of a tow bar mounted rack which is rated for the additional weight ensures peace of mind when transporting your bikes. I use a Buzz Rack Scorpion mounted to a detachable swan neck tow bar. http://www.roofbox.co.uk/scripts/rbvehsel4_tab.php?32999&gclid=CLTAh_OYq9MCFUefGwodHqgH1A I can carry two eMTBs up to 30kgs each and drive a couple of hundred miles without any issues. Sent from my Nexus 7 using Tapatalk

I'm surprised at the notion that it is illegal to mount a bike carrier onto a (swan neck) de- mountable tow bar as I mount my bike carrier onto a Witter detachable towbar on a Ford Kuga, completely rock solid no issues at all. Sent from my Nexus 7 using Tapatalk

I have a Buzz Rack Scorpion tow bar mounted carrier, there is a fat bike add on for this... http://www.roofbox.co.uk/scripts/rbvehsel4_tab.php?33642&gclid=CO2sqpStitACFeEV0wodRv0HnQ I can only comment on the standard carrier which is excellent, I mount two ebikes. Sent from my Nexus 7 using Tapatalk

I use mine on the tricky down hill sections, drop the saddle and you don't get smacked in the nutz! I didn't spend out on an expensive dropper post either and it's been pretty much bullet proof. Sent from my Nexus 7 using Tapatalk

Glad you got it all sorted, looks great! Welcome to the OxyTrance club Sent from my Nexus 7 using Tapatalk

I use schwalbe city jets on 26" rims on my (hack) road bike, these roll really well for fat(ish) slick tyres. Useless for anything other than on road work as most of my riding is off road for which I use smart Sam's with slimed tubes on my ebike. Sent from my Nexus 7 using Tapatalk

Very nice bike, am interested to know what you think of the bride motor, is it particularly tourquey? Sent from my Nexus 7 using Tapatalk

I (much like Steve) converted my first ebike, a £2k Grant Trance which was already an impressive and accomplished off road bike given a new lease of life with the addition of an Oxydrive kit. The Oxydrive kit is that good even Mrs Lox has one on her (£1.5k) Cube, a really nicely balanced conversion. I had test ridden a range of ebikes from the budget woosh scirocco to the top of the range (and the dare I suggest rather overpriced) haibikes and they are what they are... I guess you get what you pay for as with much in life. From my experience, I will probably go for a more focused purpose built off road ebike for my next ride such as one of the crank driven lapierre or KTM models. For me, money is not really a constraint but value and reliability are hence my utter satisfaction with my current ride, do I need anything more? Sent from my Nexus 7 using Tapatalk

+1 for the Oxydrive kit, many options and keep an eye out for deals which come up from time to time. Sent from my Nexus 7 using Tapatalk

I would second the choice Wicky has made, the KTM e-Race P is a very accomplished hub driven bike with excellent hill climbing ability. There are the more expensive crank driven bikes but IMHO I'd really only consider one for a more targeted off road ride. Although I ride a full suspension hub drive (self build) I only use this off road, Mrs LOX's bike is a hub driven Cube and it is a fantastic bike (again a self build). My recommendation is to try a few bikes and make a decision on what feels right for you, hub or crank. I'd also recommend a suspension seat post if you want look after your rear [emoji6] Sent from my Nexus 7 using Tapatalk

The trouble with SPDs is that unless they are well adjusted it can be difficult to detach from the pedals quickly (or indeed at all as in this example)... I am now back to using toe clips/straps which I find easy to get in and out of but I don't tighten them up, just keep them loose. Sent from my Nexus 7 using Tapatalk

Talk to Andrew at Oxydrive, he's very knowledgeable and could offer you a PAS most suited to your particular build. Sent from my Nexus 7 using Tapatalk

Depends on which PAS was supplied, can you post a pic. BTW, the standard sensor delivered with my last Oxydrive CST kit was a non drive (left) side mount only so I upgraded to a hollowtech2 PAS which is mounted on the drive side where the magnet ring clips onto the inner drive ring. Sent from my Nexus 7 using Tapatalk

If you like the idea of the Oxydrive kit (as yamdude says; very neat kit with integrated controller), take a look at the (extensive) Oxydrive thread. I've built two Oxydrive builds, one on a full suspension Giant and one on a hardtail Cube, although both on 26" rims a 27.5 is available and I'm sure will be every bit as good as the 26". Look out for special offers or barter for discount Sent from my Nexus 7 using Tapatalk

On the subject of the electric car and more specifically the new BMW i3 which I recently had the opportunity to try and kind of liked it. I had a meeting in Bath and needed transport for three and was offered the use of the BMW i3 (I think I was the first to use it on official business). The claimed range on electric only is around 70 (safe) miles and this is about the distance to the offices in Bath so fully charged we set off. It's weird at first; silent until you pick up a bit of speed where the road rumble kicks in which is kind of comforting in that it reminds you that you are in a car and not a space ship. The interior is all carbon fibre, leather and eucalyptus wood and very er, digital... looks a bit retro, ikea and possibly a tad fugly... However, it'll get to warp factor if you boot it! off the mark it's like a rocket and the overtaking surge is very impressive, my passengers were surprised by the smoothness and comfort although the ride is a bit harsh over uneven surfaces (familiar to any BMW shod with run flats and particularly M-sport suspension) but remember this is not a sports car, skinny tyres remind me of a 2CV! All was good but with the knowledge that the offices in Bath had no fast charging point (a particular issue with this car - planning!) and at around 40% charge remaining, we stopped off in Warminster for a top up charge. http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160526/1f8a69ff8352433c913c49403e0bef43.jpg The navigation system in the car has POI for charge station so took us direct to the (free) charge point. It took around 20 minutes to get to 80% charge (from ~40%) but over 40 minutes to reach 90% (so be warned), the whole procedure is fairly easy but needs to be planned for if you're on a tight schedule. After we got to Bath the car was plugged into the mains for the duration of the meeting and topped up to 92% charge which was enough to get us back to Southampton with around 12% charge to spare but I needed to be careful with the available drive modes to ensure we weren't playing "fuel light bingo" on the return journey. Would I recommend the i3? definitely as a town car but you need to carefully manage your longer journey both to and from your destination.

A dry ride today, as Eddie say's; the ground was concrete hard and along the rutted ox droves of southern Wiltshire I was actually relieved to be on a full suspension bike. A 40 mile ride on a very warm afternoon... http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160508/2ad87cc6668cf790067ed56b857e4245.jpg http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160508/6249c098186419ec14dc2458b0562006.jpg Looking over to Broughton from the trig pillar on Broughton Down. http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160508/4b298aefa01ff0f1cc463475abd98236.jpg The track between Winterslow and Pitton. http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160508/08d5e84fb4b5f062080fe0b6f3852239.jpg The bluebells in Bentley Wood. The first time this year I didn't need to hose the bike off! Sent from my Nexus 7 using Tapatalk

I hope I am able to post here having a (fully legal Oxydrive powered) eMTB? Anyhow, an image from my recent ride along the (still very muddy) ox droves and mostly single track byways, see; mud! Also have a drop post but a (cheap) RSP springer which although not as smooth as the reverb, is pretty much bullet proof. http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160505/06774d772f5b7619c856c59263b89b22.jpg As we are being blessed with good weather at the moment, I'm off out again (in 5 minutes), taking lights tonight as I may be late! Sent from my Nexus 7 using Tapatalk

The thing is that I was descending while he had just started the up hill stretch. We could see each other from a way off and if this was on tarmac I'm sure common sense would prevail. If it were single track then I'd agree with you that the faster downhill bike should take precedence. Sent from my Nexus 7 using Tapatalk

Staying on the correct side of the track! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MSsgZjcS5Gc Sent from my Nexus 7 using Tapatalk

I use the maverick app for android and OS explorer maps are free to use. You can cache maps and as well as OSM with MTB/ cycle route overlays and aerial imagery from bing. Does the job for me but annoyingly does not "follow" your position so you have to recentre to your location every so often. Sent from my Nexus 7 using Tapatalk

Because I only just got 'round to extracting the footage from my helmet cam, I thought I'd share. This is a bit of my ride over the South Downs a couple of weeks ago, not SDW but a bit more off the beaten track. No real research into the route, just following my nose and good old OS mapping. I found myself staying off road as best I could and mostly single track byways and farm tracks (mostly ROWs) with some back lanes. The weather was OK but there had been a lot of rain in the preceding days so large areas of standing water... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K7q7AseauVY This where I had to get onto the side of the track and jump over a ditch which I lost my footing slightly and had to scrabble to keep from going over and falling into the ditch. A very muddy and slippery ride, especially on the wet chalk tracks. I didn't meet many other cyclists until I got on to a bit of the SDW proper and I met with an arrogant tw*t who insisted on riding on the right hand (wrong) side of the track (in this country we drive on the left, right?) meaning a close call for a collision, I conceded to avoid contact. Video of that incident to follow if I can recover it. Sent from my Nexus 7 using Tapatalk

If it's the oxygen emate MTB (the same motor/wheel build as the Oxydrive CST HD kit?) I am surprised that you have broken spokes. I am also 15 stone and I have given the kit some serious off road abuse and have not had any issues with the spokes. I do have the kit mounted to a full suspension MTB so this may dampen the impact on the rear wheel but I think it's pretty strong. Sent from my Nexus 7 using Tapatalk

Ah, I thought the charging procedure was to plug charger into wall socket, plug charger into battery and then switch on at wall socket.