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Thankyou all for input. I was thinking of using my current frame-the specialized crossroads in my pic. If disc brakes are deemed a necessity by me--I'll just buy a different frame/fork and do a new build. Currently I was thinking of changing to a dual pivot rim brake for this trip the...

Hello again. I introduced myself last month as a new to e-biking, older user with weak legs and a bad back. I assembled the cheapest kit I could with a BBSO2b motor and I have a few 100 miles on it now. I've learned some things through this experience and along with reading these forums. I...

Thx all. I did see the 0.5C rule as well. I dare say there is no "rule" I see here!

Just read this. Thx, will investigate for next year possibility!

To newbs like me that are dabbling—researching how safe or sound it may be to increase the amp rate I charge my 52V, 20 amp-hr Valstrom battery. Came with a 3 amp charger accepting 120-240V input. As I read various threads on pros/cons of sending the battery higher amperage, my head starts to...

No. I'm not an experienced rider. I'm a newbie to ebikes. I've created a novice franken-ride that I'm taking out on the road this month. (I may have mentioned class 2 in re to EV charging stations).

Indeed. Rent a car here in MN. Toss my bike in. Drive over to Washington state. Drop car off. Ride home. I'm nothing hard-core. I see 100+ mi days are very doable without severe elevation. I'd be happy for 50 mi/d, even 75. Would hope to be home in 4-5 weeks. Even with a rest day per week.

This was interesting

Something like this maybe?

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Thx so much all. My charger DOES support up to 240V input. But I'd be sitting there awhile at 3 amps. I'll have to look into the max amperage I can throw at my battery with a faster charger. Now I'll search location of EV stations in relation to my desired route. I've been noticing a...

I havn't thought of this. I can't tell if you're pulling my leg or if this is legit. I will look into it. Guessing there could be an issue with the charger accepting 220V?

Thankyou all. It seems extra power will be needed somehow. Starting to look like an extra 52V battery pa ked away in a pannier might be easiest?

Just beautiful scenery!

I have considered this. It seems potentially value for "topping off". I haven't considered a trailer vs pannier. I have heard that even cloudy skies cast decrease the value of this?

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Thx for sharing. Have you ever been told by city employee, police, etc.--that you're not welcome at a public outlet?? I also wonder about the issues of pulling up to the side of a restaurant, or McD's --poaching of an exterior outlet?

Thx kindly for sharing. The 1 campground was due to a fair amount of older folks angry at kids flying up and down the camp roads at 30mph. 2 batteries would work as long as I can assure evening charge!

Hi all. I’m a 65 yr old newbie to the e-bike. Planning a west coast to mid USA trip next summer on my new creation (1500-2000 miles). My plan is to find a route that allows for 50-100 miles/day travel with night options of electrical charging at campgrounds or hotels. And the route to have...