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    Orbea Gain D50 ( User learning and experiences )

    I handle that intuitively. From my experience: - It is important to maintain the cadence at an appropriate level for the cyclist (may be 60, 70, 80, 90, but not recommended below 55 RPM). - When I can't maintain the cadence then I reduce the speed on the rear derailleur. - If reducing the speed...
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    Orbea Vibe (User Club)

    The differences between the H30 and the MID H30 are only in the dimensions of the same bike sizes. Eg in L size of the H30 Standover is 842mm, which was unacceptable to me considering my legs length is 820mm (by standard I should have legs 854mm long). The Wheelbase in the L size H30 is also...
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    Orbea Gain D50 ( User learning and experiences )

    I know Stefan, that's why I'm picky. I'm going for a ride.
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    Orbea Gain D50 ( User learning and experiences )

    Tires are another thing to consider when determining the amount of energy a cyclist needs to achieve. The Gain D50 has factory-fitted Hutchinson Fusion 5 Performance TLR 700x30 tires that require over 28 watts (in pair) to reach speeds of 29 kph (18 mph) with a load of 42.5 kg (94 lbs) Someone...
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    Orbea Gain D50 ( User learning and experiences )

    (My e-bike is Orbea Vibe, the younger brother of GAIN. In fact, it used to be a F-series Gain that has been slightly redesigned and is now called Vibe.) The configuration of my typical route is shown in the first picture. In the opposite direction it is similar. It is common to overcome height...
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    Orbea Gain D50 ( User learning and experiences )

    Stefan, look, this is how things are. All e-bikes in the European market must meet two requirements. The first one is that the motor must stop assist after reaching 25 kph, and the second one is that the motor gives as much as the cyclist gives. From the latter it follows that you do not need...
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    Orbea Vibe (User Club)

    Thinking about tires (because one day I will have to replace the existing ones) I was interested in two questions: 1. How do e-bike tires differ from regular bike tires, and 2. When tubeless should not be used? I came across two great articles. The first one is a conversation with two of the...
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    Orbea Vibe (User Club)

    If you are going to ride a bike over 130 km (80 miles) a day then you can think of a battery extender. Up to a distance of 80 miles (130 km) per day it makes no sense to think about a battery extender. The display also doesn't make sense since there is a smartphone app for the bike from which...
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    Orbea Vibe (User Club)

    The geometry of the frame suits me because it is suitable for a slightly sharper (faster) ride. The position of the bike rider is comfortable for city riding, and wide tires (45mm) with the recommended low pressure (30-60PSI) absorb bumps on the road very well with a sense of security due to...
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    Orbea Vibe (User Club)

    I liked the metallic red so much that I ordered the Vibe from Germany. It was in April last year when Vibe bikes were sporadically present in the market, and even less often in metallic red. As Vibe sales had just started at the time, I didn't even expect any reviews or tests at the time. Now...
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    Orbea Vibe (User Club)

    Hello to you too. When I was looking for ebike I couldn't find a cheaper and better one. Somehow the ratio of quality (durability, performance, weight) and price was the best for me. The wheels are Gravel ready. The forks support tires up to 45 mm wide (ride comfort). The front fork is carbon...
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    KENDA KWICK700 700x45C K1052

    Stefan, we’re sophisticated guys because we ride sophisticated bikes - so we need to think sophisticated. 😉
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    KENDA KWICK700 700x45C K1052

    The question remains - what and how much will I gain with these tires, and what and how much will I lose? Of course we can't know that until we know nothing about the KENDA KWICK700 - because we simply can't compare. So we are still on the method of trial and error - which is neither reasonable...
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    KENDA KWICK700 700x45C K1052

    I went to another yard and watched slick gravel tires. Do you know any of this with good road grip, good puncture resistance and durability (holy grail ;)).
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    KENDA KWICK700 700x45C K1052

    I’m looking for something that would speed up with less energy. Existing tires have a very good grip, rolling when they roll once also, puncture resistance as well. As I don't have data for existing tires, I can only try them out - which is neither the wisest nor the cheapest. So I try to get...
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    KENDA KWICK700 700x45C K1052

    I didn't find anything about that tire anywhere. These are tires specially made for Orbea. In appearance, the closest is Kenda KWICK Nine, which is not available in a format smaller than 700x50C. So I can't get data on the weight of the tire and its properties. From experience - I did not have...
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    Orbea Vibe (User Club)

    My last bike tour of the most beautiful part of the eastern Adriatic coast.
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    Orbea Vibe (User Club)

    . . . here is mine (with greetings from the east side of the Adriatic). I like gravel ready wheels.
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    Orbea Vibe (User Club)

    My experiences and opinions after almost 5 months of riding this bike. Commands The assistance command can definitely be different. However, does that mean better? I'm not sure. After a while I stopped looking at the colors. Also, I stopped using the double click. Simply, every time I press...
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    Orbea Vibe (User Club)

    Yesterday I ride 125km with a single battery charge. So far the most. As usual, I used the battery on the uphills. Another curiosity from yesterday. The road radar showed a speed of 53 km / h. I’m not sure if for me or for the car that was driving behind me ;) .
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