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The TQ50 with 360WH is only a couple lbs heavier than the TQ40 with 290, so I guess in theory could get the weight down to about 24.5-25lbs with lighter wheels, seat, and stem/bars

Yes, the Fastlane 56 comes with the Syncros 100m stem, 6 degree. So that adds considerable reach to what I am currently riding. You right I can purchase a Syncros 80mm, but they are not cheap ontop of spending 8k for the bike.

Nice looking bike at a great price. Are you happy with the 1x12- 10-44T drive train? That sounds good for mountain bike but seems like it would force using assist when climbing? 28 lbs is +4.5lbs/2kg heavier than the Fastlane. To an analog rider/weight weenie like myself that seems like a...

Yea the IC cockpit looks cool but a pain for fitting. I can get the stack I need with the Fastlane but it comes with 50mm greater reach. I will look at the BMC Amp, I assume that is a heavier bike than Fastlane or Canyon?

So true...

Great advise! If I want a lightweight TQ40 bike, today/tomorrow limits my choice to the Scott Fastlane . If I am willing to wait Canyon supposedly available this summer and Obrea in the fall . Yako you have ridden a lot these bikes. Is there one that you would recommend above the others for...

Great input, thank you. I wish a test ride was an option but no dealers in my area are stocking these so it will be a sight unseen online purchase.

For the past year I have been following this thread and intrigued by the latest generation of lightweight e-road bikes like the Canyon Endurace Onfly and Scott Fastlane with the TQ40 drive. The Fastlane is now available in the US (and I hear the Onfly will be available by summer) and very...

I’m a 70-year-old road cyclist still riding a analog bike and trying to maintain or improve fitness. Typical rides are 40–60 miles with ~3,000 ft of climbing. I’m intrigued by the latest generation of lightweight e-road bikes (TQ40 drives, smaller battery packs) but worry they might not push...

Thanks, I watched your review, beautiful bike. Have you gotten the chance to put any miles on it yet?

The new TQ40 bikes look amazing! Any suggestions on where to try and buy in the US or better to wait a little while longer as more brands incorporate this mid drive?

Looks like the new Scott Addict with TQ 40 motor has been released.

Welcome and thanks for sharing your observations. Looking forward to further insights as you continue to ride your new bike.

I will, she will be trilled to hear that. She probably weights 50kg on a 12kg bike, so just a little lighter...

Funny story. For her 80th birthday my aunt asked if I would join her doing her favorite ride (Mt Adams loop 53miles/3500'). She rode her Pinarello with a TQ50, me my analog Emonda. She made it no problem with 40% battery capacity remaining, whereas I felt fully depleted after trying to keep up...