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    Is Espin out of business?

    Looks like web site back up, says under new management. Limited inventory. Looking for compatible flow/ sport battery for less than $500. They want $599 for one.
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    Sport/Flow replacement battery

    Anyone know where you can get replacement batteries for the Sport ?
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    First e-bike for a 68 year old - buying help needed

    I agree you will likely want a step thru and a larger battery. However also consider relative bike weight that you may need to handle. For that reason I dont like heavy fat tire bikes. Lighter bikes are often able to take you farther as long as battery is large enough. Any bike over 60 lbs is...
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    Soltera.2

    I heard from a bike shop that sells Aventon that they understand Aventon may be coming out with a newer version of the Soltera that will include a step thru. I wanted a step thru Soltera.2 but they had none in stock.
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    New Portola Folding Bike

    If I wanted a folding bike with 20 inch wheels I would get an Lectric 3.0. We have 4 e bikes and the Ride1up is the worst. Uncomfortable, smaller battery and range, chain keeps falling off despite trying several solutions including adding a chain guide. Their customer service also seems lackluster,.
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    Builder gone to the dark side.

    Happy Anniversary. Nice gift.
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    First e bike Step Thru Tall person

    Thanks. In my area REI and mobile bike service will work on e bikes. Although I have not had much need for service. Just adjustments and checks.
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    First e bike Step Thru Tall person

    My family has 5 e bikes all cadence sensor less than $1500. We like them. My relative lives in another state, is tall and wants to try a step through e bike. He has a non e bike. He has issues with his feet. We does not want a bike that will require a lot of foot pressure to pedal but wants an e...
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    First e bike Step Thru Tall person

    Wants a cadence sensor because does not want to put too much effort in peddling ( medical issues), wants a throttle, cheaper price.
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    Budget E-Bike list of Full Suspension, Integrated Batteries 900-2000$

    Aventon e bikes come in smaller sizes, Lectric e bikes would also fit. There are others. My daughter has an Lectric. They have good customer service and parts availability as does Aventon. Some bike shops sell Aventon. Both have hydrolic fork suspension, good brakes. Perhaps read some reviews on...
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    Budget E-Bike list of Full Suspension, Integrated Batteries 900-2000$

    The Lectric 3.0 has nice specs and would fit.
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    First e bike Step Thru Tall person

    A relative is choosing his first e bike. He found a new local e bike store with a variety of brands, including Aventon, Ride1 up, Velotric, etc. He wants to spend no more than $1500. Wants a cadence sensor, with gears, full size non fat tire e bike. His area is mostly flat with no appreciable...
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    Looking for input/advice on first e-bike

    My Espin Sport is also still a great bike. No issues.
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    So what's your other hobbies or interests?

    There is quite a contigent of us that play table tennis at a local Senior Center twice a week. Senior Center is free to everyone 55 and older. They have great facilities, nice gym and weight room, table tennis ( 3 tables), billiard room, cards, bridge games, music, movies, bocce court, etc. My...
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    Online E-Bikes - is it a scam?

    We have a Ride1up, an Espin and an Lectric. Decent bikes. As previous poster said look at reviews.
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    Opinions on the best compromise?..(lightweight small manageable folding ebike)

    The discovery dx5 It has a smaller motor (250 or 350), 36v, top speed around 15 ? Twist throttle. Light weight, step thru.The dx7 has bigger 500 motor, bigger 20 inch wheels, heavier. The discovery dx5 is fine for short distances or to and from mass transit. Comfortable to me. No issue with...
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    Opinions on the best compromise?..(lightweight small manageable folding ebike)

    I do not know if they sell a similar e bike in England, but I have a lightweight and cheap discovery x5. Good for short distances or urban riding. Folds easily. Has a twist throttle. Three Pas assist levels, no gears. I bought an extra battery on sale, new, for less than $200. Might fit your...
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    Sport model by Espin discontinued

    Yes. I still really like my Sport. Espin seems to be limiting models to step through and ads are pitched to older riders. Prices went up too.
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    Electric Car thread

    My brother in NJ bought an 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5, an electric suv. Benefits : quick, 300 mile range, charges to 80 per cent on fast charger in less than 30 minutes, lots of safety features, nice, big enough ( my brother is 6'5"), in NJ no sales taxes on ev's, no annual inspection, includes 2...
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