Recent content by Palmthree

You're absolutely right. I'm almost always in the red but I can't keep up the rhythm; I use a low gear anyway, I can't do it very well. I have really no breath and no power in my legs.

I pedal at a low cadence (around 30/40 RPM) and without force. Does the motor still deliver this power? Because I start off fast (I'd even say I accelerate very fast), but then it pulls me along at about that speed without tiring me out.

A Como Turbo, the one that costs like 4500€, 90 Nm. I can't find a good basket for this handlebar. I like the automatic radar (very useful) but I can't afford a so expensive bike.

Hi, I tested a Como 5 today and it was a little bit strange ! First I had to choose the cadence and then the bike adapted: it's not very different from changing the gear yourself, but more automatic. I didn't really feel any difference with the Como 3 in terms of speed or climbing. The...

I think I'm really weak because I pedal softly and without force ; there are 3 mode (eco, sport and turbo, except the off mode of course) and I always use the turbo one (as with all the bikes I've tested, I'm really looking for maximum assistance). The bike starts very quickly (I don't have to...

No, it's more my speed on the flat...I can go at 18-19 kmh but it's tiring and exhausting if I go at 22-23. But it's the case with all the bikes I ride. I get the point, they want to put the cyclist first, not the engine. Thanks for the helmet, looks great ! :)

Hello, I rent a Como 3 (for a month) and it's very comfortable to ride. It's even pleasant. I'm still having trouble getting up hills or going faster than 15 km/h, and I'm still not sure whether electric is for me (a much lighter bike might be just as pleasant, but a bit slower). As I'll be...

The second bike I rode was a Riverside 520E ; actually, it was not so bad and very responsive. I found it shook a little more and I was less comfortable but it was okay. The bike seemed pretty light without assistance (compared to the Giant) but I have to add some accessories. I also found the...

I don't but the rent is only 10€. xD I want to pedal, but not as hard. I have the impression that without the electric assistance, I would have lost a few kmh (10 maybe with a lighter bike?), but that's all. With the low gears, I wasn't going fast, and from medium gears onwards, I was sweating...

Hi, I rented a Giant Dailytour (50Nm, belt-driven, 7 speeds) for two (rainy) days. The bike costs 3300€. Today, i'm going to ride 20 km with a less expensive bike : (A Riverside 520E, only 999€). About the Dailytour : the posture was comfortable and it held up well (I was a bit scared at first...

Hi ! I have a question about the Como ; can I attach it at the rear of my vehicle for a few kilometers ? It probably depends on the car, but the step through design can limit the possibility I imagine. I've read about some racks but they are really expensive and very professional. My needs are...

I feel better in an upright position with my arms very slightly bent and not too high ; I don't bend my neck, which is also fragile.

Anyway, a good bike is a good bike ^^. That said, what would they change on a new model? I'm barely aware of the current possibilities, I can't imagine the next ones. You're right. And you're right. I can but don't know if I should. Yes, it looks great but I don't know if I really need that...

A Dailytour 2 or Liv equivalent, subject to availability. I did notice some differences in position between the bikes I tested. I was quite upright on the Como, which I liked, it was very comfortable (but I don't know what it's worth on long trips). I had more difficulty when I was very lean...

The app does seem very complete but it's therefore mandatory for most settings, right ? For example, I might be interested in Shuttle Mode, but I have to have my smartphone with me and I have to set this mode through the app ? Is there a explanation ? Como 3 (IGH) : 2000€ Como 4 : 3000€ or...