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  1. bluecat

    New Stromer ST5 LTD

    Difficult decision between the strongest on the paper and the fastest on the road - and often discussed in the internet. The major problem is: The 45km/h Spitzing is a phantom. It's shown in the internet, but if you check the official dealers, they all have only the slow Spitzing eMTB's. I...
  2. bluecat

    New Stromer ST5 LTD

    OK, it seems you prefer the more lazy riding style. Hopefully, with time, you will unleash the power of your ST5! At the beginning, "fast" means riding with 45 km/h - but with time, it becomes another meaning. A corner ahead, barking at the last point, shifting back a few gears, rolling...
  3. bluecat

    AliExpress battery

    Stromer uses the EnergyBus protocol for communication between charger and BMS. The protocol is open source - but this does not mean, it's free of charge. In fact, it would be extremely surprising for me, if any 3rd party retailer would offer batteries or chargers compliant with this protocol.
  4. bluecat

    My ST5 was just marked as stolen while I was on it.

    Every shaking, moving or pushing is registered by the Stromers's sensors. But the "Stromer Stolen Alert" is postponed slightly to avoid false alerts (somebody touches the bike accidentally or just place it out of way). I attach a story from Switzerland (in German, of course) which illustrates...
  5. bluecat

    Last stromer update broke smartlock on my ST2 ?

    Regarding the debate at the Swiss stromerforum: The described behaviour (unwanted unlocking) is caused by the OS of the mobile device (so far not published). In your case, check if the new firmware belongs to your model. In doubt, ask your dealer to push the firmware again. He needs the VIN for...
  6. bluecat

    AliExpress battery

    It's not only capacity, the possible current (Stromer operates with high amperage) is also important. And of course within a wide temperature range. The Risk is tremendous: If the BMS does not properly recognize the SOC, the charger might overcharge the cells. If you buy or build such a...
  7. bluecat

    The all new Stromer ST5 ABS

    Thanks for picking up this topic! I did not only pictures, I did als a short test ride. To test the functionality, I've chosen gravel. This is not the common road surface for a commuter bike. But the function of the ABS can be easily demonstrated. I checked first with the rear brake (no ABS)...
  8. bluecat

    Energy Storage - Promising New Tech

    This picture is, of course, a fake. It was rendered on a computer. Nevertheless, the message is true: The stationary storage of energy as hydrogen is the best option. The hydrogen is generated from water with the excess of solar- or wind energy. Once transformed into liquid hydrogen, the...
  9. bluecat

    Sleep vs Off

    The same as on your computer; off means off, but sleep means, someone surveillance functions are still on.
  10. bluecat

    What's the difference between Omni app and Omni BT app?

    I wasn't aware there are two differents Apps; I thought only the OMNI itself is different. From my point of view, the "Smartlock" (which means the keyless lock/unlock of the bike) is part of the new ST1. Keyless means the opening of the battery case by pressing a smart button (instead with a...
  11. bluecat

    St3 serious grocery shopping

    I wonder if there isn't a funny reflective plate which you could mount on the Stromer. The holder is already in place...
  12. bluecat

    Energy Storage - Promising New Tech

    It's cheap to be sceptical - and it cost more to argument. So let me try: I don't believe in innovation, I know, innovation will happen. And I also know, Dr. Merkel was unable to plan innovation, but she easily wasted billions of €. Her "Photovoltaik-Initiative" was a complete disaster. Now...
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    Energy Storage - Promising New Tech

    Yes, I remember very well the Theranos story. Exciting technology. Revolutionary low amount of blood. And at the end Revolutionary low amount of truth. Then came Nikola with the hydrogen truck. Running downhill by gravity. Partnership with major companies becomes less than a letter of intent...
  14. bluecat

    Finally pulled the trigger ...

    This offer is for Switzerland, were provider "swisscom" will switch off the 2G network. The special offer for the US market might have been enden meanwhile. The new colored OMNI C is far better than the b/w old one. However, I'm surprised, the dealer did not change it in time. As you can see...
  15. bluecat

    Questions about Stromer and ST5

    No. Nothing. The Stromer OMNI / App is a closed system. This is because this system also controls all anti-theft stuff. Therefore, no leaking is foreseen. M99pro vs. Roxim lighting, 1 + 2 +3 + S mode on ST5, many varieties on stem and handlebar on ST3 Check the skill of your dealer: Ask him...
  16. bluecat

    BMC Alpenchallenge AMP E-bikes

    I presume the same (screws might be under seal for warranty reasons). Orbea, another spanish brand, did the the same with its lightweight eMTB Rise. As mentioned in the article you cited, this is to save weight. The other, much more important point is the motor resistance above 25km/h. A road...
  17. bluecat

    BMC Alpenchallenge AMP E-bikes

    I don't speak Spanish, so could you please check, if I'm right? You BH bike has an integrated 540Wgh battery which cannot be removed You have the option to add a external 180 Wh battery (like a drinking bottle)
  18. bluecat

    BMC Alpenchallenge AMP E-bikes

    For the tiny batteries used in the slow 25km7h categorie, every mounting place inside and outside theis possible. But the 1kWh batteries, which are in use in the commuter bikes, will found place only in the downtube. Remember the flow-bike, where the battery was in the seat tube. Would you...
  19. bluecat

    Stromer ST5 - impressions from a daily commuter after 6100 kms

    This 34 seconds video shows you all possible variations of a ST5: This also unveils great bike engineering: The USD suspension fork does not change the bike geometry The angle of the seat tube is adapted to the frame size
  20. bluecat

    Stromer ST5 - impressions from a daily commuter after 6100 kms

    We at stromerforum.ch just call him "Der Holländer"; He sells several self-developed accessories for a Stromer. Check out his website: https://www.vanzijptechniek.nl/product-categorie/bikeparts/stromer/
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