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    Wilderness.org e-bikes on federal land

    Took the a lot of words to get to the meat of the situation..... "The impacts of the selected alternative, including direct, indirect and cumulative effects, do not reach the level of a significant effect because most adverse impacts associated with implementation would be minimal and spatially...
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    ToSeven DM Series Mid Motors

    Since getting my Z1 I haven't paid much attention to DIY options but bitd I did have some good experiences with the TSDZ2, I guess better than most did perhaps? Anyway I am a bit sad that the new TongShen is heavier and most of all still using a square taper bb spindle. Once in awhile I consider...
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    ToSeven DM Series Mid Motors

    Got Duped.....
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    Where to get Bafang parts

    Try https://www.greenbikekit.com/
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    What motivates you to add a dropper post to your gravel bike?

    I have one on my gravel bike and never use it. I should add that when a mechanic friend was helping me finish setting up the bike he had one on offer for cheap and set it up so that the left brake lever activated it which I thought was cool. But to be fair I have one on my emtb and never use it...
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    UL certified batteries source?

    Finding a UL battery for your specific needs may be all but impossible because each battery that is UL listed has gone through a fairly rigorous and expensive regulatory testing process. Companies like ZEN that are heavily invested in the battery sphere have been able to get it done as well as...
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    SHOW us YOUR PIX here .... Odd, WeiRd ,UnUSuAl or EyE CaTchIng things from your rides

    Getting to be that foraging off the bike time of year here on the OR coast!
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    My 2nd ebike.. this time with killer motor

    I had thought so to from what I had read but this company claims to have the answer? https://forums.electricbikereview.com/threads/k1-flash-set-bafang-can-motor-parameters-speed-limit-circumference-power-adjustments-simple-firmware-flash-and-calibration.53163/
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    My 2nd ebike.. this time with killer motor

    The is only one size. Just google 16 notch bb tool. The socket type works best and a cheap one will do the trick.
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    Hydra gen 2 vs Frey Beast

    The way I see it anymore bikes are just frames made in China with components made in China and it depends on after sale support as to how good an experience you have? If you are able to perform basic maintainence and upkeep you can keep about any bicycle going for quite awhile. Over the years I...
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    Hydra gen 2 vs Frey Beast

    No I have the Z1 version for a few years now but if I was looking today I would go with the X2 probably. They also have their Ludicrous version which amps up the power that for sure would help top end speed I suppose? With the right gearing you could probably get it to go that fast as Luna's...
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    My 2nd ebike.. this time with killer motor

    "It seems the motor needs grease after a short time and it's a real PITA to take it out of the bike , open it up and grease it. Youtube is my friend here" It is not a matter of luck it is the absence of a suitable grease and amount of even that from the factory. Well worth it to do the job...
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    Hydra gen 2 vs Frey Beast

    The Luna X2 with 29" wheels in stock form is what I think the best deal is personally. The M600 motor will give you plenty of power over what is readily available in your country without going to excess. All the components are servicable enough but not the most expensive top end stuff. One thing...
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    Olympic cycling 2024

    Track racing has been around as long or longer than any other form of bicycle racing. Check out Major Taylor for a good read. It has evolved over the years certainly but the bikes themselves are basically the same, stripped down versions of what we consider to be bikes today. Sure they are made...
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    Olympic cycling 2024

    It was Chloe Dygart, the other US gal, that suffered a crash that ultimately led to Kristen taking off from the bunch in the confusion but still had to get to the two leaders at the time with the world champ on her wheel. Road bike racing is more tactical than just hammering on the pedals and...
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    Olympic cycling 2024

    No love for Kristen Faulkner that won the women's road race? A really stellar effort and gold medal result and now she is riding on the women's pursuit team and looking like another medal might be in her future. Edit: Just saw they won the Gold! I have spent a good amount of time in AK over the...
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    Hydra gen 2 vs Frey Beast

    The cranks freewheel while under throttle on a mid drive but you can still effectively pedal. Top speed of a Bafang M620 bike is limited to the final gear ratio as well as rider weight and terrain/wind. Mine with a 48/11 tops out around 26mph on level ground on throttle alone and a bit faster...
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    Outfitting a drop-bar ebike for recreational use

    My favorite recreational gravel bike is a flat bar 150/160mm FS bike with a Bafang M620 unrestricted these days. After years of riding rigid drop bar bikes the old body likes a bit of comfort and the old moto guy in me likes some speed. The gravel around me are logging roads, and plentiful...
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