December 12, 200916 yr Not anymore Bob we will have aout Alpino 28" bikes in February/March All the best David Voting is for bikes currently available David, not future models. However, it does however look like the Alpino could be a contender for 2010 and you did manage to give it a little bit extra promotion;) J:) hn
December 13, 200916 yr Tart! OK, OK John, I admit to be a bit of a tart when it comes to promoting my bikes, but I do love them!! Actually the 906xc isn't available either until the Spring............. Oooops done it again! All the best David Edited December 13, 200916 yr by Wisper Bikes
December 13, 200916 yr OK, OK John, I admit to be a bit of a tart when it comes to promoting my bikes, but I do love them!! Actually the 906xc isn't available either until the Spring............. Oooops done it again! All the best David Sorry David, could you repeat that:rolleyes: J:) hn
December 13, 200916 yr OK, OK John, I admit to be a bit of a tart when it comes to promoting my bikes, but I do love them!! Actually the 906xc isn't available either until the Spring............. Oooops done it again! All the best David Available December on wisper site...then it was Jan/Feb now the spring April/ May? This is a bit of a set back. Please why is this? is it technical? anything to do with Dapush system?
December 13, 200916 yr Not anymore Bob we will have aout Alpino 28" bikes in February/March All the best David Glad to hear it David. I assume 28in is the wheel size, not the frame! I reckon you would need to be about 7ft tall for that
December 13, 200916 yr Available December on wisper site...then it was Jan/Feb now the spring April/ May? This is a bit of a set back. Please why is this? is it technical? anything to do with Dapush system? Hi Eddie The bikes are being built now, the delay was getting the frames into the carbon matrix factory as they are busy working on motorcycle racing components for next season. The 250W Dapush is brilliant and very reliable. The bikes should be here in January, I was being cautious! All the best David
December 13, 200916 yr Glad to hear it David. I assume 28in is the wheel size, not the frame! I reckon you would need to be about 7ft tall for that Yes BB 28" wheels. Lets get back to thread topic or I will get told off again! All the best David
December 17, 200916 yr I'll put in a vote for the Alien Gents Special mkII, a lot of bike for modest outlay that broadens the appeal and affordability of E-Bikes.
December 17, 200916 yr I will support that and put in a vote for the Alien Gents Special, not because it is an outstanding ebike, but because as NRG says the price point is right for attracting more people into the concept. The key thing is that the Alien is a very competent bike and is unlikely to leave anyone feeling e bikes are a waste of time.
December 17, 200916 yr I think i would go for the GIANT Twist Freedom is one of the best ive ridden all year well worth paying the extra for. Have not had any problems with it at all. Quality is superb !!
December 17, 200916 yr my vote is for gocycle as i think it is easily the most inovative product this year and has created a lot of media coverage for ebikes jim
December 19, 200916 yr My vote for new bike goes to the Kalkhoff ProConnect S. The ProConnect S, allegedly bordering on illegally fast, has superb brakes and lights making it one of the safest production bikes ever straight out of the box.
December 20, 200916 yr My vote goes to the Kalkhoff Tasman - wave frame without crossbar - as being the best bike for families with young children to transport, and older folk who struggle to get their leg over and like to take the weight off their shoulders. Excellent spec of gears, brakes and general comfort. Are there any other makes that lay claim to the best "wave frame" of the year ? Another year of good customer service from 50cycles. I hope the Tasman stays in the range for 2010. James Edited December 20, 200916 yr by JamesC
December 20, 200916 yr Powabyke Powabyke Powabyke I'm with Flecc on this. They may be rather cumbersome and not particularly fashionable at the moment but Powabyke Euro is a reliable, dependable workhorse that will outlast many (if not all) of the flashy young upstarts riding along the path that the company originally cleared. I am supporting Powabyke not only because (for me) they are a local company but also because they represent everything that is great and good about the e-bike industry and will remain a central part of the e-bike story. But above all of that is the fact that Frank and his colleagues are some of the nicest, customer friendly business people on Earth and their commitment, hard work and business model has laid the foundations for a robust, customer centred and (generally) positive trading environment. SO THREE CHEERS FOR POWABYKE and THREE CHEERS FOR UK BUSINESSES:) HIP HIP... BW musicbooks
December 20, 200916 yr Another year of good customer service from 50cycles. I hope the Tasman stays in the range for 2010. James Yes, we'll have the Tasman in 2010, and it will look like this http://www.50cycles.com/images/images2010/kh10-tasman-580px.jpg
December 20, 200916 yr I've done thinking and here's my vote: NEW BIKE .... Cytronex Cannondale Synapse KIT BIKE .... Tiberius: Tour de Presteigne 2009 Winner (as in getting ready for)
December 21, 200916 yr Having 2 Pro Connects in the family (me and Mrs O) my vote goes to its upgrade/faster Kalkoff Pro Connect S, which she wont let me have - YET! Mike
December 21, 200916 yr my vote goes to its upgrade/faster Kalkoff Pro Connect S, which she wont let me have - YET! Mike Never mind Mike, she's doing you a favour. Next year you'll be able to have the 27 gear wide range version which assists to about 26 mph, rather than the about 20 mph of the 8/9 speed S models. .
December 21, 200916 yr Powabyke: it works and it keeps on working. Spares are available and reasonably priced. It consistently gets you there - and back. It's not perfect, but then neither was the VW Beetle or the Morris Minor!
December 21, 200916 yr My vote is for: Kalkoff Pro Connect "S" Me too- but no personal experience of others except the Agattu
December 23, 200916 yr Hi The Kalkhoff Proconnect gets my vote. I tried out lots of different brands at an electric bike festival before buying. Both Kalkhoff models were my favourites because of the benefits i found going up hills - I have to tackle a really steep hill to get to work. I found the price scary but have now made up the price in saved petrol. The bike is smooth and is comfortable on roads and (quite rough) bike tracks. The battery lasts for at least 25-30 miles. It looks good and despite being heavy compared to a non-battery bike it is easy to ride on the flat even without the battery. (I even like the covered chains so i don't have to worry about getting my trousers caught or tucking them into socks! ) Have recently sorted a puncture and with the 50 cycles video found it easy enough to remove the wheels, etc even though I'm a complete beginner. Love it!
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