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    Experiment: Riding e-bike without the "e"

    My commute sounds exactly like yours. I have have often thought about going no e on the way to work. I tried it once, got to the first hill and said to myself forget that. I actually wish I had a road bike for the way to work and an e bike for the way home.
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    RadRover - $1000 Fat eBike .. why spend any more than this?

    Looks nice But, here we go again.
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    MAC 500W 8T Conversion

    I'm looking into making a speed pedalec. I love the new nitro bikes but 4k for a bike that looks exactly like my Carbon is hard to justify. I want a 27 speed hard tail with hydraulic brakes. Probably a 650 b tire size. Max speed around 32mph. I want to be able to cruise at 28+ mph on the...
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    Hello, World!

    Wow. Nice. Let us know your thoughts after you've put some miles on it. Congrats!
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    Nitro 48v battery on Neo 36v bikes.

    Any deals on neo batteries. Either 36v9a, 36v12a, or the 48v. I worry about how much longer they will be available now that the Eco's seem to be phasing out the Neo bikes.
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    MAC 500W 8T Conversion

    When you are done I would like to know you impressions of the bike, especially in comparison to the other bikes you have built and to your Carbon in particular. Is it possible to build a bike that rivals your Carbon for half the price. I really like my Neo Carbon, especially the fact the it...
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    Nitro 48v battery on Neo 36v bikes.

    I am seriously considering getting a nitro battery for my Carbon. Will it damage the motor? Would I need a new charger?
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    Another Cheapo - this time on Indiegogo

    Sounds to go to be true. If I send them money, how do I know I'll get bike?
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    Diamondback EBIKES Why

    I wonder if Currie is spreading their line too wide. It seems like the new Diamondback bikes are just rebranding versions on the Path and Dash. Reminds me a bit of General Motors.
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    Diamondback EBIKES Why

    I wonder if Currie is spreading their line too wide. It seems like the new Diamondback bikes are just rebranded versions on the Path and Dash. Reminds me a bit of General Motors. They are doing the the same Raleigh.
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    My Son's Neo Carbon

    The Carbon is the same as other Neo bikes. The motor cuts out about 25 or 26 mph. I love mine, but am secretly eyeing the Nitro line with 48v motor and 28 mph cut off.
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    Tires

    Thanks AGAIN. I am confused about tire sizes. I see on the website link that Marathons come in 700x32, 700x35, 700x38, and 700x45. Would those fit on my Carbon? I am a commuter and want a bit better ride, but my main goal is flat protection. I'm thinking the 700x35 or 700x38s would those...
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    Tires

    Thanks Chris, You're the best. One last quick question. What do you think is the biggest size that I could put on my Neo Carbon.
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    Tires

    I am thinking of ordering those Marthon Plus tires. At least one for the back tire that is a pain to change on the road. Any advise for an affordable place to buy from? Amazon?.. I can't find these at my local bike store, but I guess they could order them??
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    Elephant in the Room, Top Speed of eBikes

    VERY GOOD POINTS!! A 35 mph+ ebike would cause a danger to other bikers/walkers on trails and bike paths. I think the cut off should be around 30. This is exactly where the Dash and some other speed pedelecs cut off. However, the faster the bike, the more the need for better brakes and...
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    Elephant in the Room, Top Speed of eBikes

    To me, 20 is way too slow, but at the same time anything above 30 is a stretch. I think there should be a tiered system, 20 mph for most bikes. Speed pedalecs should hit 30 and be designed to do so. Above 35, I think speed and road vibrations warrant a full suspension and perhaps some sort...
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    Tires

    Thanks Chris, I'm running "thorn resistant" tubes right now and I keep getting flats from.....THORNS and splinters!! Funny huh? NOT!! Towards the end of my commute there is a grass section under some sort of thorn bomb dropping tree directly followed by a older wooden bridge that I cross. I...
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    Tires

    Got another freaking flat today!!!!! Thinking about getting those Marathon Plus tires. Can I run standard tubes in them and feel "safe"???
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    Did a test ride on BH Nitro Race.

    forget what it looks like. how was it to ride???
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    Proposal: Removing the Deals Section of EBR Community

    Court, I agree with everything that you have stated above. If I had more time on my hand I would have said the same thing.
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