Specialized Turbo Vado SL: An Incredible E-Bike (User Club)

[Jeremy McCreary]

Even yesterday!

Looking over the bewildering array of Ortlieb panniers. Which ones do you use?

Need only one and not the largest, as it won't be used for big shopping trips. (Still can't bring myself to leave the SL unattended.) Mainly just for extra or shed outerwear and maybe lunch.

Price and size look good for this one:

 

[Stefan Mikes]

Ortlieb makes a good stuff. My favourite pannier is the E-Mate*, which allows me safely carry either a big Vado battery or a Range Extender in the central compartment. Another good pannier is the Specialized Tailwind (the "right side" version). While Ortlieb allows the mount adjustments "on the fly", the Specialized one requires using a screwdriver.

*) The current name for that pannier is Pedal-Mate.

Please look for Ortlieb panniers with the QL2.1 mount as this mount is pretty universal. Important to mention: the Ortlieb Quick Rack is really sturdy, which cannot be said about the stock Vado SL 1 rear rack.

P.S. Before any pannier is attached, I recommend protecting the rear rack tube with a strong adhesive tape.

 

[Stefan Mikes]

And yet and yet ...

YMMV. I'm trying to protect Jeremy against frustration and expense, O, Apostle
My rear SKS Speedrocker ended up on Tommy's Marin Muirwoods, as that bike has generous frame clearances.

 

[Stefan Mikes]

My racing setup. 42 mm Rhombus Pro (discontinued), Ortlieb Quick Rack, Ortieb E-Mate (replaced by Pedal-Mate).

I have never taken a photo of the Quick Rack together with the Ass Saver Win Wing 2 but trust me, these two can coexist well

 

[Jeremy McCreary]

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My racing setup. 42 mm Rhombus Pro (discontinued), Ortlieb Quick Rack, Ortieb E-Mate (replaced by Pedal-Mate).

I have never taken a photo of the Quick Rack together with the Ass Saver Win Wing 2 but trust me, these two can coexist well

Thanks! Very helpful seeing the seat tube mount.

Seems like everyone should carry an ass saver, just in case.
;^}

 

[Rás Cnoic]

YMMV. I'm trying to protect Jeremy against frustration and expense, O, Apostle
My rear SKS Speedrocker ended up on Tommy's Marin Muirwoods, as that bike has generous frame clearances.

Panny Gravelkings SK (small knobs) 42mm and below, the WTB Byways 44mm. I swap between them depending on road conditions/time of year. Have used both for at least 2 or 3 years & more. No rubbing. No issues. Before that I had 40mm WTB Nanos. No issues. Before that the stock Spesh Pathfinder Sport 38s. Before that on a Genesis Croix De Fer with tighter clearance. 8 years use and amazingly they seem to work very well.

I also suggested Jeremy see if a local bike shop has the SKS SRs in stock to see if they fit over his tyres if in doubt.

And yet and yet...

 

[Jeremy McCreary]

Really appreciate ALL the help, guys. I think I know enough now to come up with a plan tomorrow at the LBS.