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  1. pxpaulx

    Can’t get a replacement display for Bulls mountain bike.

    Have you tried Crazy Lenny's? They sell Bulls bikes. I sold my 2016 Evo FS locally last year and it ended up having a display issue - they were able to get them a new one.
  2. pxpaulx

    Budget E-Bike list of Full Suspension, Integrated Batteries 900-2000$

    Just want to reiterate what I and others have posted already (because it doesn't seem to be sinking in...) - when you are shopping for e-bikes on the low end of the price scale, an established brand is ABSOLUTELY CRITICAL! Being able to sell something on Amazon does not add an ounce of...
  3. pxpaulx

    Budget E-Bike list of Full Suspension, Integrated Batteries 900-2000$

    @LIONSxLEADER - just to be clear here, we aren't trying to pile-on! We are trying to guide you to a bike that will... 1 - be enjoyable to ride for your wife (so that it doesn't collect dust in your garage) 2 - doesn't fall apart or break in 2 weeks with no support 3 - most important of all...
  4. pxpaulx

    Budget E-Bike list of Full Suspension, Integrated Batteries 900-2000$

    These are all garbage suspensions - throw out the full suspension need - at her weight a ride just won't be that rough (I'm not even sure she'd see a benefit at that weight even with FS) - take a little air out of the tires and she'll be good (if you go with one of the 4" tire folders that would...
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    Budget E-Bike list of Full Suspension, Integrated Batteries 900-2000$

    I'll sort of echo @AHicks here (I think!)... None of these bikes are suitable for a 100lb rider. I just got under 300;bs today and my heaviest ebike is under 50lbs and is already a noticeable weight to manage. Do. Not. Buy - ANY of these bikes for her. She'll get 50+ miles on anything...
  6. pxpaulx

    Range estimate Trek 8s when first powered on

    What range are you actually experiencing? I would expect that is more than likely just updated technology that provides estimates based on your actual riding as Dodgeman said. It is pretty clear that the prior model just set a standard value. Save yourself some time for now and just give it...
  7. pxpaulx

    Advice for someone who is bad at hills and has limited servicing options - budget under $4k

    @CannotDoHills - as someone who has also had a fair number of ebikes at this point, and enjoyed riding a mountain bike in my younger years (45 this year, have been into ebikes for about 8 years now and had a riding gap of 15+ years), I'll contribute the following: If you want an emtb, get an...
  8. pxpaulx

    Where's that darn VIN?

    Ebikes have to be registered in Canada?
  9. pxpaulx

    RideWithGPS

    I gave up using dedicated apps - for the last 2 years I've been using a Garmin Instinct watch. I've had a few different smart watches, but this one is sort of a hybrid. Basic LCD screen, but built in GPS means I just need to start my ride with the watch and it gets great tracking and info once...
  10. pxpaulx

    Can't find what I'm looking for, Help

    I see biktrix has at least one step-thru mid-drive fat bike with a throttle. I think you're going to have trouble getting that last item though - IGH. They tend to be only on higher end bikes generally speaking. You might want to reach out to Biktrix and see if they do custom orders.
  11. pxpaulx

    Moving Away From Heavy E-Bikes

    Might have been ok a decade ago. Don't bother today - front hubs aren't popular for a number of reasons.
  12. pxpaulx

    Choosing FS e-bike for large rider for mixed offroad / paved trail use

    You're a big guy....but not that big! I'm bigger than you (still, at the moment anyway) and to put it simply wouldn't worry about it. If you know how to ride a bike and properly handle your weight on a regular MTB you'll have no problems or issues with an E-MTB. Also, I weigh more than you...
  13. pxpaulx

    Dropper Post for Old Folks

    Fox is overkill, you're paying for the name (not that I am innocent here!). Highly recommend PNW's posts, they are good quality at a fraction of the $.
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    Dropper Post for Old Folks

    Of course! Droppers are awesome - well worth the money. I do some MTB riding but primarily have it for lowering to get on/off due to balance issues (back injury). PNW was mentioned as having a suspension dropper - I haven't used that particular one, but have a couple of PNW droppers and they...
  15. pxpaulx

    Current etrike offerings and buying tips

    Honestly that new Lectric ticks a ton of the right boxes overall. One key detail that I haven't seen mentioned here related to the potential for tipping - the Lectric's battery and motor are both low and behind the rider - putting the weight there between the back wheels should definitely help...
  16. pxpaulx

    one kid, lightweight, less $, USA - help?

    Maybe REI's e1.2 could fit the bill? The hill question will depend a lot on the overall weight on the bike (you+kid+stuff). A hub motor also won't do as well on hills as a mid-drive... https://www.rei.com/product/190640/co-op-cycles-generation-e12-electric-bike Perhaps their CTY 2.2 would be...
  17. pxpaulx

    Congratulations to Bosch!

    I...don't think so?
  18. pxpaulx

    weather forecast

    Here is Minneapolis tonight at 7pm - why 7pm? Our flight to Toronto is scheduled for then...hopefully it holds up! I would much prefer that it were actually -29 and no wind. wind chill sucks.
  19. pxpaulx

    Depreciation of Electric Bikes

    I've thought about a mini-moto myself! The Navi is priced really good...but that is basically because in every other market it is a low end scooter (hence the 'storage space' where the empty footwell resides). I watched a teardown and it really truly is just a basic scooter shined up for the...
  20. pxpaulx

    Depreciation of Electric Bikes

    If you want to sell it to your brother at that price you're giving him a great deal! Assuming you've got one of the bigger name budget bikes (Aventon/Rad/Ride1up etc), You'd probably sell it in a week at $1,200 online.
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