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  1. MartsEbike

    Specialized Turbo Vado SL: An Incredible E-Bike (User Club)

    Yeah, I'm impressed with them! I paid just £48 and I feel they are great value at that price. They have virtually all the goodness of the more expensive Stamp 7 pedals but at a third of the price. Plus they're about 25g lighter too! Composite vs Aluminium. :) My Hope pedals on my Frey cost £130...
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    Specialized Turbo Vado SL: An Incredible E-Bike (User Club)

    Yep as mentioned above by Stefan the large pedals should suit you fine. I'm about the same size as you (UK 10.5 = US 11.5), and they felt good, with loads of grip, no complaints. :) This is the size guide on their website.
  3. MartsEbike

    Add a motor to Hemiway?

    Hi Joe, I understand your concerns but I don't think it will bring any benefits. Its a lot of extra weight to carry around for those just-in-case moments. Your best bet is to carry a small selection of tools and spares. Like an inner tube (or repair kit if tubeless) and a split link for the...
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    2024 - Our Rides in Words, Photos, Maps and Videos

    Spectacular place to ride! The photos look great. I've got to buy myself a van to transport my frey bike down there! One day maybe! Not sure about the massive drops on the cliff edges though! :D
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    Specialized Turbo Vado SL: An Incredible E-Bike (User Club)

    Bigger, better and lighter. :) Crankbrothers Stamp 1 Gen 2 (Large) pedals compared to the original Vado SL pedals.
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    2024 - Our Rides in Words, Photos, Maps and Videos

    Riding a bike around central London takes a lot of skill and some bravery. As you know it can be extremely busy at times, with buses, taxis and even heavy goods vehicles all vying for the same bit of tarmac. All in a rush to get somewhere. You have to keep your wits about you. :)
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    2024 - Our Rides in Words, Photos, Maps and Videos

    Hi Stefan, when Amazon and eBay are the only options it raises massive red flags for me, even if it says sold by Amazon. ⛳⛳⛳ 😊 I'd normally expect a product like this to be widely available through bike shops. I accounted for taxes and shipping. But I've never paid import duties on anything...
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    Lost the key for my Juiced Ebike

    Drill it out. Then replace the barrel. You should be able to find a replacement on Aliexpress / ebay etc for less than $10. :)
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    Vado SL and Vado SL 2 assist levels

    I'm pretty sure they were all on pre-order. I believe US deliveries start mid-November... and in the UK I think it was March 2025. So maybe by next week, you'll start seeing them in the wild.
  10. MartsEbike

    2024 - Our Rides in Words, Photos, Maps and Videos

    The Bridge Sport isn't a bad seat, it's much more comfortable than the seat that came on my Sirrus. I forget the name of it but it is very similar in design but with less padding. I had to remove it after one ride! I noticed on the Specialized website that the Bridge Sport seat comes in two...
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    2024 - Our Rides in Words, Photos, Maps and Videos

    Yep, a suspension seat post brings its challenges in fitting it, but it needs something! If I'm ever to achieve a century ride I need to make it as comfortable as possible. On many roads and cycle paths, it's not too bad. But gravel/hardpacked ground can be bumpy. The Future Shock helps keep...
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    2024 - Our Rides in Words, Photos, Maps and Videos

    I completely get it now Jeremy! You can get so far on leg power alone that it allows you to be more liberal with the power on the run home! Have to say on my Frey I never really had a carrot effect - you could settle into "ghost pedalling", but on the Vado SL you're 100% right, as you up the...
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    2024 - Our Rides in Words, Photos, Maps and Videos

    Hi Stefan haha :) I'm getting fitter and more confident on this bike! Its liberating knowing you won't be completely stranded if you run out of power! I'm definitely going to invest in mudguards, and a suspension seat post! I have some Crankbrothers pedals being delivered tomorrow too :) I...
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    2024 - Our Rides in Words, Photos, Maps and Videos

    Had a little ride out on the Vado SL 5.0 last night. :) Luton Town Hall. Just out of shot I had a couple of shifty characters eyeing me up and then walking in my direction, too close for comfort. Possibly phone snatchers! I quickly moved on. :oops:😒 As you exit Luton on the Nation...
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    2024 - Our Rides in Words, Photos, Maps and Videos

    I stuck some big knobbly tyres on the Frey EX and went looking for muddy ground this afternoon. Only a short ride of 14miles. Most of it in the dark so not many pics to share! Its still misty, murky and grey out! :D Lights on... The nights arrive quick in winter! By 5pm its pitch black down...
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    2024 - Our Rides in Words, Photos, Maps and Videos

    Wow surprising! Very sharp photos, edited well! I was expecting it to be an expensive DSLR! I think the Warsaw tourist board will be in touch soon asking for permission to use some of these pics. :)
  17. MartsEbike

    2024 - Our Rides in Words, Photos, Maps and Videos

    Great pics of Warsaw! What camera do you use? They look too good for a phone camera! Or perhaps you're just a good photographer! :D
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    2024 - Our Rides in Words, Photos, Maps and Videos

    Haha That piece of tarmac is wide for Torquay!! I think it would blow your mind if you had to drive on the roads around there. I'm from the UK and find it daunting. Most of the roads were made for Horse and Cart! Even worse if you're a truck driver. One wrong turn and you might be stuck! Like...
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    Garmin Questions

    I think I agree with @fooferdoggie , the Garmin Edge Explore 2 sounds like it will meet your needs.. Its a good device for those mainly wanting a navigation device. Big 3" display, and touchscreen so its easy to change settings etc... It packs quite a lot of features considering its price point...
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    Garmin Questions

    Ah yeah sorry if I wasn't clear! Yep the higher models log full data from all of the sensors available. Its just the Edge Explore 1 (and I'm assuming 2) don't do this. It just displays certain data rather than logging it. I'm looking to upgrade myself soon due to this. I notice Wahoo's new...
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