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Richard I hope you mend quickly. This unfortunately is a common scenario. In Santa Cruz there is a bike lane sandwiched between a traffic lane and parked cars. In the last week a parked car just pulled out in front of me and a second event a parked car driver opened his door. In both cases I was...

So far, from my experience, the E-14 shifts precisely on flat and moderate grade roads. On steep grades it’s a matter of learning the right time to shift or anticipating the proper gear. I’m sure after a few more steep climbs i’ll get the hang of it. Otherwise the E-14 inconjuction with the dual...

I have the M/L saddle and have it on the GH version before purchasing it for the second bike. I used a calculator to determine the seat bone width. The calculator used was on the Selle Antomica website.

I feel the in the future we will see the integration of transmission with motor similar to motorcycles. Continental already has the NuVinci CVT integrated with their motor. Also I would hope there will be future CVT development with improvements like wider range, lighter and more efficiency.

This is a quick overview of the Riese & Muller Nevo GX Rohloff. Most of the Rohloff transmission quirks have been beautify detailed by David Berry with his Rohloff drive Homage so I will only add a few of my observations. I find the Rohloff to be considerable more efficient than the NuVinci on a...

For the smaller person Riess & Müller make a 26” wheel step thru called the Nevo. It’s designed for persons 5’ to 5’5”. It comes in a high speed version and a variety of drivetrain options.

Abus I ordered this lock a few months ago but it has yet to be available

I’m not sure you mean by dilute? This thread is specific and different than the “show us where you ride” thread. Maybe it’s age-specific or particular to step thru bikes but it still can be classified as general discussion. DISCLAIMER: I ride a R&M bike.

The intuvia has a micro-AB receptacle,that looks like a micro A receptor, accommodating both micro A and micro B. The system detects the different #5 pin function. The cable from Amazon charges my iPhone from the intuvia usb receptor.

If it is the same connector as the intuvia this is the cable I use O'woda Micro USB to iPhone / iPad Data Cable 11.4inch Nylon Braided Right Angle Connector OTG Cord for DJI Mavic Pro / Spark / Mavic Air / Mavic 2 Pro & Zoom https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074PMMSQR/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_W9iqCbGQ3GHH2...

Just like Medicare plans offer free gym membership to the retired they should have a tax credit for the purchase of an EBike. Before I go to my winter retreat I endure 2 months in the northeast on the treadmill or elliptical machine. For me nothing compares to the adventurous way to stay health...

When I ride trails stashed in my trunk bag is a small folding Felco saw. It has come in handy on a few occasions..

I see you are near Lago Maggiore, I have a good friend who lives near Invorio and Arona. Beautiful country between Orta and Maggiore.

Florida and Arizon have tempered winters and hot summers. Florida has the added bonus summer high humidity.

My wife’s family is from Biel which I think divided between French and Schweizerdeutsch. They like potatoes and fondue.

That might not be in our lifetime, but who knows things might look better after 2020.

A guy name Richard Florda wrote a book called The Rise of the Creative Class in this book he spells out the amenities needed for a higher quality of life. One criteria was a small city with a major university. Cities like Eugene and Madison. The book was from 15 years ago so I don't remember if...

Sounds great, i’ll Start organizing some itinerary ideas that would include lodging and routes.

The central coast of California has tempered weather with breath taking coastal trails and majestic Redford forests at its northern counties. Santa Cruz is magical and like walking into 1968! But expensive because of it’s proximity to the Silicon Valley. But San Luis Obisco and Arroyo Grande to...