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    How much to spend on a ebike?

    THIS! Bought my 1st ebike is '21 for camping. Now? I have 5 of my own (3 class 1 emtb's, 1 commuter and 1 SUV-type). I've also ridden a hair over 5,000 miles through yesterday (end of June).
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    '25 Orbea Wild M20 - display question

    My wife has a 2025 Orbea Wild with the Bosch Gen 5 motor. It doesn't have a display (Kiox), so her options are either using her phone via the Flow app or kind of guessing mode and battery level via the Purion (where you change assist levels, etc). My question is: 1. How hard would it be to add...
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    1,200 miles later (A7 Pro)

    Also have the Tannus liners on my A7 Pro... no flats (should go knock on wood since I just jinxed myself). Ride on, folks!
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    1,200 miles later (A7 Pro)

    Had a decent amount of pedal strikes with the A7 Pro, too. The cranks are a little longer, but not something I want to spend the time or energy on to swap out. Also, coming around to the realization that the Cloud 9 seat is NOT the best solution for longer rides. Once you get over about 15...
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    Discover 2 and, soon, Nomad 2

    Sounds awesome! I'm maxed out on e-bikes, though (5).
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    1,200 miles later (A7 Pro)

    When I purchased mine, I had the LBS install Tannus liners, sono flats over 6 months. I changed to the Cloud 9 seat, but, because the Cloud 9 is thicker, had to change out the dropper post for a standard seat post. The A7 comes with an adjustable stem, but mine has not needed adjustment... an...
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    1,200 miles later (A7 Pro)

    1700 miles as of now & going strong.
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    EMBT RAMBLAS? Thoughts?

    PedalUma, any recommendations on handlebars to be less stooped? I guess the stem & clamp are 35mm, so looked at the Deity Highside 35mm alloy handlebar. Any thoughts on that? I'm thinking to change out the seat, too, but thinking I need to go have a sitting for that.
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    Known Issues & Problems with Ride1Up Products + Help, Solutions & Fixes

    I would love to buy a Ride1Up, but my issue ends up being the range. I like to throw in a 50-70 mile ride once a week/ every other week. Range anxiety would kill me. Would love for them to make some models a little more range-y. Otherwise, solid bikes with nice components, overall.
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    Aventon Level or Himiway?

    Both are good brands w/ big distributor networks. I like their looks and their function (own one of each). I do NOT at all like how the Pedegos look (hey, I still want to look like I'm riding an actual bike... those things look too funky). Biktrix seemingly makes a good bike, but make sure you...
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    Aventon Level or Himiway?

    Agreed with PedalUma. Stromer is a good name-brand. However, getting support is a big issue. If you're in Europe where Stromer is more recognized, that's one thing. If you're in the USA, Stromer is a niche, high-end choice. I LOVE the thought of the Gates belt drive, but haven't seen it on a...
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    Aventon Level or Himiway?

    True! There is no ONE ebike that fits all my wants & needs, at least none that I've looked at in my typical ebike budget (under $5k). Figure out the most important needs/ wants for you and decide off those factors. For me, biggest needs are: 1. Range - I like longer rides and want to get 50+...
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    EMBT RAMBLAS? Thoughts?

    love the Cannondale. Got my butt handed to me this weekend in Nevada City, CA on a couple of harder trails on the Ramblas. Those trails showed me the true value of full sus.
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    EMBT RAMBLAS? Thoughts?

    I bought the Ramblas a couple of weeks ago & love it. Technically, it's my backup e-mtb (Cannondale Moterra Neo 3), but it's a lot of fun & SOOOO torquey. I've nicknamed my Ramblas The Torquinator!
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