Recent content by Mr_Reality

I plan on trying this feature and the heart rate monitor mode in the future. I am just disappointed that a $5000 ebike can’t give even a slightly accurate mileage estimate to empty. When the bike was turned on it showed 34 miles range and that never increased the entire ride. Since I rode...

I need some help with a 2022 Vado 5.0. I took it for its maiden voyage. Rode 45 miles and finished the ride with 25% battery left. The range estimator seems wildly inaccurate. The majority and beginning of the ride it said 35 miles and at about 40% battery it changed to 24 miles...

What is everyone’s opinions of the Bosch performance speed (28mph) vs the Specialized 2.2 (Vado 28mph). Which ride modes do you prefer? Reliability? Seems like Bosch is not doing much with the performance speed any more.

https://ebike-mtb.com/en/trek-powerfly-fs-9-equipped-review-2021/

I wish they sold R&m in my area

I have been thinking is there one bike that can do everything. Commuting, fitness, light MTB/gravel. I am intrigued by the Trek Powerfly FS9 Equipped as a one bike to do all things. Seems like this bike has good capabilities to do the kind of riding I enjoy. For those of you that have...

I am not sure why we I would need to go to drop bars. Shimano offers DI2 shifting in MTB XT and XTR. From what I understand I just need the shifter, derailleur, and interface box. I just would like to verify that with someone to make sure there are not any pitfalls I may be missing.

I am wanting to know if its possible to install the Nyon controller and upgrade the bike to DI2 shifting? I would like to use the Bosch eshift technology. Is there a way to power the DI2 components from the bike battery? Has anyone done this yet and is there an easier option? Thanks for...

Excellent points. I am learning more about the enviolo hub and wish the bike had a rohloff option. Thank you for sharing your expertise.

It does not have the battery life I am looking for. Thank you.

Considering upgrading my Allant+ 8s to a Specialized Vado 5.0 IGH. Primarily interested in going to a Gates belt drive and trying out the enviolo automatic system. The bikes seem very comparable on power levels and battery capacity. We have excellent LBS for both Trek and Specialized in...

I am 5’7 and about 200 pounds. I typically prefer a smaller bike when I am between frame sizes. Usually ride a medium.

That’s one of the issues. None of these are in stock and all have to be ordered at LBS. I have a Turbo Levo so I do have a sense how that motor behaves.

Need some help picking a good commuter and paved trail bike. Range is important with 50-60 mile round trips (not possible to charge). Looking at these options with local bike shops Yamaha Cross Connect Specialized Turbo Vado EQ Trek Verve+ 3 Kona Dew-E Does anyone have any experience with...

I am considering a used 2017 ATOM Lynx 4.8 27.5 Pro. The bike appears to be in excellent condition with just a couple hundred miles. How do these bikes compare to specialized for quality? Seems like the components are very similar and use similar motors. The bike is a fraction of the...