e-MTB riders — how do you plan your rides? Quick 5-10min survey
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Stefan Mikes
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- Mazovia, PL
This is generally not an e-MTB forum 
Chargeride
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whiskywheels
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Another stupid 'survey' masquerading as market research, poorly designed and not a
How do you plan your rides?
Slaphappygamer
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If you are offered a gift card, or anything, for participating, be cautious!
I was given an offer, but I never got the gift card. Not by this user, but a similar user a couple of years ago. I talked to him over the phone to give my opinions on ebiking.
This one is weird though. The user joined in 2019, but this is their first post. Hmmm
I was given an offer, but I never got the gift card. Not by this user, but a similar user a couple of years ago. I talked to him over the phone to give my opinions on ebiking.
This one is weird though. The user joined in 2019, but this is their first post. Hmmm
Chargeride
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That but confused me , it also says new member.
Slaphappygamer
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I think you stay a “new member” until you start making posts and getting likes. Took this member about 6 years.
Chargeride
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I dunno, lets see if he posts an explanation.
Could just be posting to forums he joined and never engaged with.
Could just be posting to forums he joined and never engaged with.
Quito
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Hi all - I'm a UX and Product Designer who's working on a class project and this is for it. I totally understand the mistrust online these days, so feel free to not take it if you don't want to. But here's the full URL (not shortened) if that helps: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1...GlwuzXGRBkoJQYVANcwAVIRHA/viewform?usp=header
I haven't interacted on here much since 2019 when I bought my Raleigh Lore iE. If it helps, my last comment on a post is here in 2023:
forums.electricbikereview.com
Anyway thanks if you can help. If not, that's OK too!
I haven't interacted on here much since 2019 when I bought my Raleigh Lore iE. If it helps, my last comment on a post is here in 2023:
Must I buy a new car for my hitch/rack/bikes?
All the work I did to my Acura RDX was to improve its handling at limits to go with the engine mods of +40hp/+40tq I added to the 2.3L turbo 4 engine with a ECU reflash, larger intercooler, and intake. I just noticed an added benefit of less squat with the extra rear weight of Saris SuperClamp...
forums.electricbikereview.com
Anyway thanks if you can help. If not, that's OK too!
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Quito
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I research routes using apps like MTB Project and AllTrails. But found they lack cohesive reliable info for e-mtb bikers. So it take me more time than I'd like, by collecting data from various resources and websites to make a decision. I took my own survey!
stompandgo
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My youngest son is an Industrial Designer who specializes in accessibility. I don't ride MTB trails (yet). I've played with Trailforks.Hi all - I'm a UX and Product Designer who's working on a class project and this is for it. I totally understand the mistrust online these days, so feel free to not take it if you don't want to. But here's the full URL (not shortened) if that helps: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1...GlwuzXGRBkoJQYVANcwAVIRHA/viewform?usp=header
I haven't interacted on here much since 2019 when I bought my Raleigh Lore iE. If it helps, my last comment on a post is here in 2023:
Must I buy a new car for my hitch/rack/bikes?
All the work I did to my Acura RDX was to improve its handling at limits to go with the engine mods of +40hp/+40tq I added to the 2.3L turbo 4 engine with a ECU reflash, larger intercooler, and intake. I just noticed an added benefit of less squat with the extra rear weight of Saris SuperClamp...
Anyway thanks if you can help. If not, that's OK too!
Good luck with your project.
Quito
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That's awesome he's doing that. Accessibility is very important. Thank you! I appreciate it.
Quito
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Thank you, @MrClortho ! Yes, it's for my class project where I'm looking how to enhance the rider experience for e-mtb's using technology.
Tom@WashDC
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Ditto!
Catalyzt
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FWIW, when I do longer, more serious rides, I use BOTH AllTrails and MTB Project. When riding near the limit of my range, I typically do a trial fun first; if there's a lot of ascent, I often don't make it the first try anyway.
To figure range, I look at the total vertical climb that's involved and the total mileage-- I know the 46 pound eMTB can get a bit over 40 miles with 4,000 feet of vertical -- but then I also look at the grade. If there are a lot of long stretches of 10 or 15%, or short stretches over 15%, I will figure my real-world range will be a bit less.
For choosing trails, it's tricky-- I'm looking at one ride now where I'm really not sure how tricky the descent will be on the gravel bike. I'm always thinking of bug-out routes; there's one route through the Verdugos that I'm pretty sure is gonna be fine, but surface conditions are a big factor (and I've had a recent medical problem, so I'm not going soon anyway.) The biggest, and most dangerous, variable are some very steep, sandy segments where I can just barely go up, but might not be safe to descend. So far, using AllTrails and MTB project, I've been able to flag those segments and avoid them.
Sorry about the survey, I just saw this. I have a blanket rule of not taking any surveys or providing any feedback that can be converted into data or metrics. I just don't like providing data if I don't know EXACTLY how it's being used-- a bit extreme, I know! I do call supervisors to praise great customer service, but never provide ratings. Very hypocritical-- in grad school, I had to collect data for plenty of projects! Good luck with it.
To figure range, I look at the total vertical climb that's involved and the total mileage-- I know the 46 pound eMTB can get a bit over 40 miles with 4,000 feet of vertical -- but then I also look at the grade. If there are a lot of long stretches of 10 or 15%, or short stretches over 15%, I will figure my real-world range will be a bit less.
For choosing trails, it's tricky-- I'm looking at one ride now where I'm really not sure how tricky the descent will be on the gravel bike. I'm always thinking of bug-out routes; there's one route through the Verdugos that I'm pretty sure is gonna be fine, but surface conditions are a big factor (and I've had a recent medical problem, so I'm not going soon anyway.) The biggest, and most dangerous, variable are some very steep, sandy segments where I can just barely go up, but might not be safe to descend. So far, using AllTrails and MTB project, I've been able to flag those segments and avoid them.
Sorry about the survey, I just saw this. I have a blanket rule of not taking any surveys or providing any feedback that can be converted into data or metrics. I just don't like providing data if I don't know EXACTLY how it's being used-- a bit extreme, I know! I do call supervisors to praise great customer service, but never provide ratings. Very hypocritical-- in grad school, I had to collect data for plenty of projects! Good luck with it.
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