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^ this ^ One of the best things about having an e-bike is that it’s perfect for a “recovery day” ride, at higher assist. After an intense analog traditional bike ride, can get in a good recovery day e-bike ride in, to keep the legs moving without overdoing it. Or, same if after doing an intense...

It’s so user and bike dependent, with so many variables, it’s really suited to your own experimentation. Fun experiment I recommend people try: - get up to speed on roughly level ground, preferably 15 mph or so - try to maintain a consistent pedal output - start from an upright riding position...

Yes, I was referring to my Strava rides with a SS traditional bike w/ cadence, speed, heart rate and gps data. (Also have a SS Ride1UP Roadster v2 E-bike, but ignoring it for the power discussion. And had two geared bikes, but just donated the one with a derailleur since I don’t ride it anymore...

Good to know. That particular “3522 calorie” ride was 50 miles, 4300 ft elevation gain, 13.6 mph. But yes, assuming Strava is likely way off. But also not willing to spend $$$ on a power meter, or other $$$ ideas.

It would be good for things like Google maps to have the same capability (or maybe it does, and I don’t know about it!)

This forum all seems to be coming up with interesting things to consider. I don’t have a power meter, but my Wahoo Bolt with speed, cadence sensor and a heart monitor, uploads to my Strava account. Always assumed the power and calories consumed data was probably way off. With my particular...

Agree, heat maps are cool. But maybe they can be made more user friendly and useful?

Been trying different small frame bags for holding food, gels and other stuff, and this one is a RB that has worked out well for me. Only $10.99, and designed so that it can be strapped above OR below the top tube :)...

Absolutely makes a difference, and can be huge. Will vary greatly, depending on the individual, bike, power, level of assist, your aero position, and more. No way to know, unless you try yourself.

Yes, but looking for a more advanced software driven version, especially for cyclists 😁. And the OP is looking for something new to work on?

Back to the OP question, not sure if there is much that can be done software-related, to help bikers be safe on the road for commuting. One out of the box idea, is if there could be some way for AI or Data Mining used or even crowd sourcing, to provide the most “bike-friendly” route navigation...

Wasn’t me Stefan. You got posts mixed up 🤪

Reality is that recharging during the day, in the middle of a trip, is not typical due to long charging times. Many people buy a bike that has acceptable range, or buy extra batteries that they can bring with them. Or in my case, adjust my assist level lower, to extend my range. Otherwise...

To get back to your original question, the Dash subscription seems like a low risk way to not only try one or more models, but see how reliable the specific bike you get is over a period of time. Volt Kensington mentioned in this review...

Absolutely helps with other sports, and even walking up hills and hiking is improved. More aerobic capacity, stronger heart, and more endurance. (helps that I often ride with lowest assist, or motor off, and do lots of hill climbing with a single speed)

Ha! Thought the same thing as soon as I took the picture. Twist ties adjusted now. Fixed.

And to go along with the prior analog single speed cockpit picture, here’s my single speed carbon belt e-bike cockpit. Clean is more aero too? ;)

Can’t speak from direct experience, but seems like Dash is a great option for you to just get an VanMoof A5 and see how well it works out for you. With their rental setup, included maintenance and support, would be lower risk. One case where just getting one bike and spending an extended time...

Lots of good input so far, and though I sometimes disagree with others on their bias that spending more always being better (I like getting a still good product, at a value price, which is my bias), also think a VanMoof (which has a belt drive, which is the best for minimizing any maintenance...