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  1. Alaskan

    Looking for a ebike that fits my need

    Evelo Omega (step through) or Atlas (more traditional frame) will check all your boxes. The rear rack is extra but comes with a second battery for extended range. The Omega has a fixed fork. I own an Omega and put a Baramind suspension flex handlebar on it and do not miss the front fork at...
  2. Alaskan

    Beware smartphone screen burn in using SmartphoneHub

    Just another reason to replace the smart phone hub with a dedicated bike display/nav device. Smart phones do a lot but they they don't do everything well...just another example.
  3. Alaskan

    Riding Clothes - In Praise of Clown Suits

    Speak for yourself. You should know you have lost the argument when you resort to personal insults and name calling.
  4. Alaskan

    Riding Clothes - In Praise of Clown Suits

    @Jason Knight your enthusiasm for normal shorts rather than form fitting ones will suddenly evaporate the first time you get a bee or hornet blown up the open leg of your shorts. Riding an overstuffed Barkalounger in an upright ride position may work or even be necessary for some. However...
  5. Alaskan

    Sadly about to return my Kathmandu Hybrid one 500

    Have you tried putting on a bit more chain lube yet? Things do look a bit dry on the chain and cogs in this photo. It's a long shot but it may help.
  6. Alaskan

    Trek FX+2 from LBS. vs Gazelle T10+ 45min away

    The pros closet has a bunch of Allants for sale in various sizes. https://www.theproscloset.com/collections/e-bike?page=2&brand=Trek
  7. Alaskan

    Trek FX+2 from LBS. vs Gazelle T10+ 45min away

    Isn't the Trek Allant +7s a more equivalent bike to the Medio T10+ in terms of power, battery geometry and comfort. If the local trek store can get you one of those, perhaps that would be the best outcome. The two bikes are fairly close in price as well...
  8. Alaskan

    What Are Your Tips & Tricks For Changing a Tire After it's Off the Bike?

    A few tire changing tips and tricks - a little bit of soapy water around the rim can make mounting a tire much easier moving the bead around the tire to the middle of the rim, where the diameter is smallest, often makes it possible to both remove and mount the tire without any tools When...
  9. Alaskan

    Best ebike repair stand

    This is an all too common problem. The number of first posts from new members, denigrating their new bike for its flaws and problems, when it is obvious they have not even read the manual is stunning. It is bad enough when they come here asking for help that is right there in black and white...
  10. Alaskan

    Selling stuff and shipping.

    If you get any emails off CL offering full price with credit card payment, no inspections or test ride, just delete the email and do not respond to it. Also very important to meet up at a busy public location not your home. If they want to test ride, you hold their car keys until they return...
  11. Alaskan

    Upcoming Bosch Smart System Expansion, Enhancements and New Features

    I feel no need to pander to your suspicious and pessimistic biases. If you do not trust my integrity, that is your problem, not mine.
  12. Alaskan

    Upcoming Bosch Smart System Expansion, Enhancements and New Features

    What an insulting comment! Although I have no need to defend myself from an obviously paranoid personal attack. people have been asking what is next for the smart system and nothing has been posted about that on our forum yet. I did not write this but thought it was interesting enough to pass...
  13. Alaskan

    Selling stuff and shipping.

    I have sold four ebike on Craigslist and offer to deliver within 100 miles of where I live. . Any further, the buyer pays extra for the shipping box and shipping. I use shipbikes.com Its all transparent. For remote sales I accept personal checks and ship after the check has cleared. I will...
  14. Alaskan

    Evelo Omega - 200 Mile Review

    So by rigid, I take it you mean no suspension. While a front and rear suspension do add comfort, they also add weight, complexity, and maintenance. I think Evelo's choice was highly influenced by their desire to produce a lighter weight and as maintenance free a bike as possible. I also own a...
  15. Alaskan

    Evelo Omega - 200 Mile Review

    I installed the Kinekt before my first ride so no before and after. I am 72 and weigh 190 lbs. I find the bike quite comfortable. I also changed out the OEM stem for the Kinekt suspension stem as well. Between the two the bike is plenty comfortable and only really hits hard on the biggest...
  16. Alaskan

    An Old Newbie

    I have the Kinekt body float seatpost on all my hard tail bikes. It is a higher priced suspension seat post but also the most easily adjusted for rider weight and riding circumstances. They are made right here in my home town of Bellingham, WA and are very helpful with any questions or...
  17. Alaskan

    An Old Newbie

    Born the same year and month - 72nd coming up on Oct 26. Welcome to a great, informative and very useful forum. There are many wonderful folks helping one another get the most out of their ebikes (and a few irritating trolls who offer nothing other than aggravation ;) When making queries...
  18. Alaskan

    Upcoming Bosch Smart System Expansion, Enhancements and New Features

    "Bosch is the European market leader in terms of premium quality mid-drive systems and have been a little quiet of late. So it’s good news to see more detail on exactly what features are arriving in the wake of the announcement of the new Smart system – all detailed below. These features are...
  19. Alaskan

    Inclement Weather E-Biking

    OUCH!!!
  20. Alaskan

    Keeping it Legal for the Common Good, Staying Within the Legal Classes

    Until speed restrictions are imposed and enforced on pelatons of roadies on mixed use trails, going after ebikes is just pure pandering by going after low hanging fruit but not really addressing the real problem...excessive speed on mixed use byways.
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