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picked up a 2026 Vado 4.0 SL eq day :) *SL2 -
Stefan Mikes reacted to McApple's post in the thread 2026 - Our Rides in Words, Photos, Maps and Videos with
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Sunny and warm @ 18C today, so I finally got to go on my first ride of 2026. Normally I ride rail-trails, but they haven't been groomed... -
Stefan Mikes reacted to DaveMatthews's post in the thread Specialized Turbo Vado SL: An Incredible E-Bike (User Club) with Like.
Not applicable to most here, but... https://www.bikemag.com/mountain-bike-gear/carbon-vs-alloy-mountain-bike-wheels
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Stefan Mikes replied to the thread Specialized Turbo Vado SL: An Incredible E-Bike (User Club).The issue with carbon wheels is they have a rather low maximum system weight allowed. These also often come with fewer spokes, all to...
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Stefan Mikes reacted to Jeremy McCreary's post in the thread Specialized Turbo Vado SL: An Incredible E-Bike (User Club) with Like.
Thanks — all valuable info! Even more reasons to start a lightening project at the wheels. Don't feel a great need for a more...
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Stefan Mikes reacted to stompandgo's post in the thread Specialized Turbo Vado SL: An Incredible E-Bike (User Club) with Like.
Well designed carbon anything takes advantage of the weave structure, providing rigidity in one dimension while allowing compliance in...
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Stefan Mikes reacted to DaveMatthews's post in the thread Specialized Turbo Vado SL: An Incredible E-Bike (User Club) with Like.
Because of minor flex in the material, or...?
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Stefan Mikes reacted to stompandgo's post in the thread Specialized Turbo Vado SL: An Incredible E-Bike (User Club) with Like.
Well designed carbon wheels are stronger (relatively) and ride better (subjectively) than equivalent aluminum wheels. They are also more...
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Stefan Mikes reacted to stompandgo's post in the thread Specialized Turbo Vado SL: An Incredible E-Bike (User Club) with Like.
They are basic Chinese carbon wheels, nothing special, but they have marketed them to racers. I see a lot of them in the pit.
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Stefan Mikes reacted to Jeremy McCreary's post in the thread Specialized Turbo Vado SL: An Incredible E-Bike (User Club) with Like.
Interesting observation very much in line with what I've been reading lately about the real cost/benefit of weight reduction in cycling...
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Stefan Mikes replied to the thread 2026 - Our Rides in Words, Photos, Maps and Videos.Arming the new rear wheel with the equipment seems to be simpler :)
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Stefan Mikes reacted to Chargeride's post in the thread 2026 - Our Rides in Words, Photos, Maps and Videos with Like.
2 hours Not sure which is the fornt or bcak
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Stefan Mikes reacted to Chargeride's post in the thread 2026 - Our Rides in Words, Photos, Maps and Videos with Like.
Ive bought a wooden Moon Rover kit for 14 quid off Amazon, I might have made a big mistake.
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Stefan Mikes replied to the thread Specialized Turbo Vado SL: An Incredible E-Bike (User Club).An excellent price as for carbon wheels from a well known brand! Regarding my Lemon Bike wheels, the builder company offers them to...
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Stefan Mikes reacted to Twowheelxtc's post in the thread Specialized Turbo Vado SL: An Incredible E-Bike (User Club) with Love.
Yes per set. Increased price to £566 now as they had an extra 10% deal on top of the 33%. Seem to get good reviews…….time will tell.
