Recent content by BenS

Breadwig, the only Ebike I've ridden was the Stromer(s)2, both the Elite step through and Platinum. They have torque sensors. I can see positives and negatives for both types of pedal assist. The pedelec probably is a bit less predictable, due to the very little effort necessary to "run" it...

Breadwig, one nice thing about mid drive is it makes it easier to fix a flat on the rear. But the Alation may have a quick release on the rear; that would negate my point. Re: step through vs. top tube, I'm riding my regular bike again to get a feel for what I'll need in an ebike. I'm only...

I like your changes, Court. I think you've added more headings already, from what I see to date. I wish we could reduce some work for you, but I agree with some others that frame dimensions are really important. Unfortunately, the reason is that there are so few damn shops that sell Ebikes! So...

As Ravi observed in another thread, it may seem that "people today aren't interested" if you mainly interact on this forum. The ebike category is in its infancy, and the emtb's are, therefore, so few that the number of people who are directly, immediately affected is very few. If I may...

Hi guys, FYI, the current issue of Dirt Rag (below) has an article titled "The Great E-Bike Controversy". You will be relieved to know that the author's exploration is void of sarcasm and vitriole, but don't expect an official olive branch. (Link Removed - No Longer Exists)

Rojagrande, I'm glad the shopping experience is starting to bear fruit. I agree with everyone here regarding test rides; they are absolutely necessary, and if a store salesperson is not willing to let you ride, walk out. You never know what weird perception they are operating on, and they need...

(Link Removed - No Longer Exists) I snickered a little when the guy said "Lebowske" with that accent. :D The Lebowske...SCORE!...comes in a 16". The bow hunting rig at Interbike makes me think it could haul some newspapers. ;)

The key to promoting eBikes in the States is retail exposure. 1st things 1st - a plug for Orbit City Bikes in Columbus, Ohio. I'm an old hand in the retail world, and know how important it is for the eBike dealers to get a firm foothold. Someday, soon I hope, eBike shops will be a common sight...

Thanks again folks, for helping me navigate my unusual circumstances. Here's an update, not to bore you, but to put the info out there and add to the knowledge base of other noobs like me. First, I've been weighing the newspapers this week. The max weight is more like 50# (I had said 70#). The...

Hi Alan, and welcome! I'm shopping as well, and finally took my first eBike ride yesterday...I'm so stoked! The Stromer St1 Elite will always have a place in my heart as my first eBike ride. :) I wasn't shopping for one, but the dealer I visited only carries a few bikes. Unfortunately, eBike...

Grab a copy, guys...Court wrote the article on the Elf. Fun mag. I'm going to subscribe.

http://troyrank.com/ Anything called the "eBike Nerdcast" just has to be good. Found on this blog: http://bikes-as-transportation.com/ Maybe the bloggers are members here? Or should be. :)

Resurrecting this thread, to make additions. :) As a former Barnes & Noble bookseller, I'd like to volunteer to maintain a list of e-bike-related media. I'll do my best to weed out anything that seems like a marketing trap or marketing ploy. Magazines I've found so far (sorry if they're...

That's the cool, German postie bike with the mid-drive. I dig the cargo bikes.

I can't wait to be an ambassador. :cool: