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...because then you'd be burning gas. And you can't be in the bike lane. :D

– A cable to transmit data, not a cable under tension. That's a big difference.

Shifter cable adjustments, for one. That'd make it worth every penny for me.

If I were doing a BBSHD build, I'd only consider bikes with either front suspension or full suspension, because the BBSHD is so fast (30MPH+) that it'd be too jarring to ride it at high speeds on all but the smoothest of roads. I agree with RoyL that you should get hydraulic disc brakes, too.

Which BD bikes are European overstock? From my understanding, BD buys all their bikes direct from Kinesis in Taiwan, and none of their bikes are overstock. I've only rarely seen branded bikes (which may be overstock, usually Fuji) on there, and they don't last long. Everything else they sell on...

What a deal! Last week I think their deal was that for each Stromer you bought at full price, you'd get a Haibike SDURO for free. Seems like all the shops are closing out their inventory. I know that Propel just had a big sale last weekend, too. Glad to see good prices abound, though it does...

I'm considering joining you in the FS camp. In the meantime, I'm suffering without even a seatpost suspension. :(

I'm not so sure that I agree. I have mechanical disc brakes and the brake cable stretches and I have to adjust it every 250-500 miles. If I don't, my braking performance will suffer, especially in emergency situations. Granted, with hydraulic brake lines, you'll have to bleed the brakes every so...

I'm looking at potentially buying the BodyFloat suspension seatpost, but what I'm wondering is how to secure it to the bike frame so that thieves can't just take it off. If I use a regular quick-release seatpost collar, anyone could just take the seat and seatpost. Currently, I use the stock...

It might be worth it to fly down to either San Francisco or Los Angeles for a day. That way, you can test out bikes to your heart's content at Motostrano/EBIKELANE, The New Wheel, The IZIP Store (which carries Raleigh), or Bike Attack Electric. Seattle also has a few shops to choose from, and is...

I got a ton of flats on my ebike in early 2015 and decided to try the Mr. Tuffy Bicycle Tire Liners, and I haven't had a flat since. The only issue with them is that they add weight to your tires, so your top speed might fall by 1mph, and acceleration slows a tiny bit, too. Some people have had...

Seems like an interesting bike, but I'm curious why they went with 36V systems and 250W motor output. Seems like they made those compromises to keep costs down. The bike looks quite similar to a lot of Alibaba ebike designs, specifically in regard to the downtube-mounted battery. It's pretty...

Sounds like you've got a dead battery. A full 48V battery puts out 54.6V. A dead 48V battery puts out ~39V, but it depends on your particular controller and battery setup.

lololololol A bike that only its own mother could love! ;-)

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Wow, that's one expensive bike ($8,000!), especially considering it has a Bafang hub motor and a small/modest battery. That's pretty cool that it's so light, though, and the visual design is attractive.

You really ought to get their new suspension fork. A rigid frame bike that does 35MPH sounds like a nightmare when it comes to potholes. That Vintage Electric Tracker is a beautiful bike!

Faraday's business appears to be doing fine. They sell bikes to people who aren't particularly concerned about cost. Obviously, they'll sell better in Portland, Seattle and San Francisco than they will in Tallahassee and St. Louis, but every e-bike has its market and its geographic/demographic...

The Stromer ST1 Platinum does offer a front suspension at no additional cost, and the ST1 also hits 28MPH, whereas the Ridge Rider's assist tops out at 20mph. Just some things to consider.

If I were you, I'd consider changing your rack as opposed to changing the bags. The Ortlieb bags that others have mentioned will last a lifetime, and they're waterproof to boot. IMHO, any rack that won't fit them doesn't truly qualify as a cargo rack., as the Ortlieb bags are absolutely the...