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  1. JimFMB

    Having trouble deciding between the Trek Verve+ 3, Allant+ 7, and Allant +7S

    We purchased the Verve+ 4S low step last week. This model has the performance line sport which has 65nm of torque. While dealing with some mobility issues, I’m more comfortable with this bike than my Allant. The bike has the 10 speed Deore components and larger tires than the verve+3.
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    Needing Trek (Allant+7/Verve+3) hitch Bike Rack recommendations...

    Yes. The Thule easy fold.I have taken two e-bikes on our 1300 mile trip to the winter home and back for several years now. My last combination was a Trek Allant 8s Stagger and a Townie Path step through.
  3. JimFMB

    Long delay for Electra Townie Go!

    Sorry for the late response. From April to June 2021 I was looking everywhere for the Townie path go 10d step through and could not find one. This includes a search for the Midwest and almost the entire state of Florida. Most dealers were unable to commit to a delivery date. I continued to check...
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    Thule Easy Fold XT with two Electra Townie Bosch Low Step

    I use the same rack with my Townies
  5. JimFMB

    Which ebike company seems to be staying in business

    Not sure where you are at on the west coast of Florida but there is a substantial network of trek dealers in the gulf coast areas. I am partial to Trek and Electra which is owned by Trek. Service and convenience is important to me. I love the Electra Townie GO in also the Vale performance sport...
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    Show us pictures of where you ride your ebikes!

    Kankakee River at Baums Bridge
  7. JimFMB

    Blood Thinners and Biking

    I got off blood thinners last year after five years of taking them. I only ride paved roads and trails but had a car knock me off my bike and launch me over the handlebars. This was while I was still on blood thinners. I landed on my air bag (belly) which helped. I managed the cuts just fine...
  8. JimFMB

    Which bike to choose?

    My wife has the Electra Vale EQ9 S. It has the Kiox display which I prefer over the smarthub that is on my Allant 8S. It has the new Bosh Class 3 performance line Sport Motor. The tires and wheels do not appear any different than those on my Allant. The Allant though has nicer components, but...
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    Review: Electra Vale Go!

    Thanks for your posting on the Vale 9D EQ S. We purchased one for my wife who previously had the Townie GO 8i that is now used by our kids to pull our grandkids around on a Burley. The EQ S really is a great bike. I prefer the Kiox display vs the smartphone hub that is on my Allant 8S. We also...
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    Bosch 4th gen motor

    Congratulations. Nice bike. We recently purchased an Electra Townie Vale with the class 3 performance sport motor and are very happy with it. The motor is quiet and responsive. I am a little confused on why some commenters are encouraging the need to derestrict the motor when your bike is...
  11. JimFMB

    Do you wear a mask when you ride?

    Handlebar.......ignored
  12. JimFMB

    Do you wear a mask when you ride?

    Thanks for a great posting. I got my second jab last week. No side effects. Not even subsequent discomfort in the shoulder. The non believers of the significance of the virus and the vaccine are much more tiresome than any inconvenience of wearing a mask. Seriously, I hope they eventually make...
  13. JimFMB

    Do you wear a mask when you ride?

    Why do you think it’s appropriate to confront people that are fearful of something that is potentially fatal to them? Your a tough guy until someone stoves your head in for confronting them. The ignorance is strong on this one.
  14. JimFMB

    Trek Allant 8+s odometer

    Maybe this is a foolish question, but does the Trek Allant 8+s have an odometer? I know the smartphone app has one, but does the bike have it without the smartphone, and if so, how do I find it?
  15. JimFMB

    Thule Easy Fold XT

    I love my Thule easy fold xt. I have taken 2 Ebikes from Midwest to southwest Florida and back for three straight years and will soon be doing it again.
  16. JimFMB

    Bosch Smartphone Hub & iPhone 11 Locking

    I also shift my iPhone X to the right of center on the Smartphone hub
  17. JimFMB

    Who's the oldest and youngest rider here?

    66 here. Did long distance riding in my 30’s and low 40’s. Stopped for many years and bought an ebike in December 2017. Makes me feel young again.
  18. JimFMB

    Over50's Trek Allant 9.9s Chronicles

    I sold my Saris rack and purchased the Thule Easyfold a couple of years ago. Pricy, but well worth it. I’m never hesitant to load the bikes on this rack and have made several trips to Florida using the Easyfold
  19. JimFMB

    Allant 9.9 Advice

    The stagger is not any different other than an improved stand over height. I stopped riding a road bike about 25 years ago. Did not ride at all until late 2017 when I bought my first ebike. Along with my neck issues, I also have COPD and a little more upright position helps me breathe better...
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