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Hello. Yes, the remote (wireless) display unit that comes with it does make an alert sound when an approaching object is detected. I really like that feature and rely on it. My eyes are forward, when I hear an alert sound, I look down to the display briefly and in my mirror to instantly bring up...

Spradley Road Loop, Fidalgo Island, Washington

First 700 miles on 2019 Como 5.0, no broken spokes. I ran over a clam shell fragment and suffered a sudden tire blow out on the rear tire at 20 MPH- not fun. Didn't notice any broken spokes at that blow out but did notice a small dent in the rim. Replaced the tube, on first ride out got a broken...

Thanks for the link, Mr. Coffee :). I think you're right. The $80 display is the wireless version. Apparently my Como 5.0 needs the wired version, TCD-W. I have a feeling there's more than the cabling involved in TCD-W to bring compatibility to these models, not sure. My dealer received the...

Regarding upgrading to TCD-W on my 2019 Como 5.0 (November 2018 purchase,) I've had further communications with RiderCare and my LBS. They say my bike is compatible but my purchase is not eligible for free upgrade. I was told the TCD-W kit retails for $230 and they estimate about an hour of...

I used only the mounting parts that came with the kit. Rather than using the intended mount for the saddle, I used the second handlebar mount and drilled a hole so it would mount to the end of my Topeak rack. Thus, I've preserved the easy, fast, Garmin, twist-90° to detach convenience.

Costs and budgets vary but the best part, and what brings us together, is not the cost but the extraordinary value these bikes bring. I checked and both domains (Link Removed - No Longer Exists) and (Link Removed - No Longer Exists) are available. Apparently nobody wants or is particularly...

I recently needed to replace a hitch mounted bike rack which had served me well since the 1990s. The old rack was beginning to rust out and by design did not accommodate the fatter tires of my Specialized eBike. Based a recent ride with friend @Alaskan, I was intrigued by the Easyfold XT2. I...

I'll say hello to you in PM with additional details so as not to bore everyone else here, but in a nutshell I use a beautifully developed and supported home control software for Apple macOS called Indigo and most actions (lights, appliances, dead bolt locks, etc.) are facilitated by Insteon...

Got it, thanks. They don't call me gadgetnut for nothing, I control everything in the house including espresso machine by iPhone. Right now I have the Specialized charger set to self turn off x minutes after it starts... so it can only charge the battery in pre-determined blocks of time and...

Great idea, @coffeemaker, thanks! I put electrical tape over the data contacts on the Rosenberger charger cable that came with my Specialized charger. With the tape in place, the battery does not start charging. I removed the tape, tried it again and the charging process started right up. So...

Thanks, MJ! The Pedaling Innovation Catalyst pedals are awesome and the red color adds flair and speed. Yes, indeed, the large item on the down tube is a very heavy segmented folding lock from Abus. This lock is keyed the same as another Abus "D" tube lock I use as well as the same as the...

Hi, again, about the take off technique @Alaskan is so expert at... sorry about my earlier description, it's lacking. Here's a video demo you'll get a kick out of, 7 Magnificent Ways to Mount Your Bicycle. I would say @Alaskan's technique is a variation on the "Single Footed Rollaway" at time...

Admiralty Head Lighthouse at Fort Casey State Park, Whidbey Island.

Yes, definitely a great ride with @Alaskan last week! My first experience on the Centennial Trail and my longest ride, about 29 miles, on my new bike! I truly enjoyed your company, Richard, thank you for everything. You also gave me some great tips on safer road crossings, foot/pedal placement...

Ebeys Landing National Historical Reserve

Hello, @bazzapage and @Ravi Kempaiah, thank you for the feedback. What you’ve described makes sense. Grin was suggesting I could cut or open up the cable on my existing Specialized charger and see if there are only two conductors (= power only) or more (= power + data.) I’m not too keen on...

Hello, all. I am interested in acquiring a 2nd battery charger for my Como 5.0. Several aspects of the Cycle Satiator appeal, including its weather resistance and the convenience of setting it to charge the battery only up to a specific percentage charge- idea being that if you recharge the...

Hi, Unique! Glad to hear the TCD-W upgrade campaign completed satisfactorily and at no cost to you. As you gain experience and have time, please provide more feedback about how you like the new display and the integration with the MC app. Also, can you please share a photo of the new display on...

Still watching this thread with great interest. Thanks for the update, @Unique, hope your update completes successfully soon. Further question, you have a Como 5.0, which is a relatively new model, I believe. Do you mind if I ask when you purchased and if your upgrade is being provided at no...