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  1. EpicTwiglet

    Any thoughts on the Magura MT4 eSTOP for an upgrade from mechs to hydros?

    As above! A mechanic I know suggested these are a great way to get a serious upgrade from cheapy tektro mechanicals, they are about $120 each. Any others I should consider?
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    Bike arrived with a broken derailleur hanger and bent fork, Ride1up says tough luck. Thoughts?

    Hey all, just wondering what your thoughts are. Bike arrived couple of days ago, as mentioned above. They sent out a new hanger, but said the fork is fine this way. The LBS said that it should not be this way and should be replaced. Ride1up said the following: Regarding the assembly of the...
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    Hot tips on bike display set up? Display actual voltage?

    Hello again all, setting up my core 5 I noticed you can only view battery capacity by the bars on the display. Fine but I thought I read somewhere that someone changed some settings to allow the display to show precise voltage? Could be wrong. Also any other must do tips are welcome, I...
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    Alternative to the Core-5 fenders?

    Hey all, Just ordered my Core-5 but the fenders and rack are out of stock. The fenders look nice but are nothing fancy, I was wondering if there are any alternatives anyone would recommend? I wouldn’t mind the short style, you know that MTBs have under the seat some times, but ideally over the...
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    Any E-bikers in Chicago?? Want to organize a meet-up!

    Hey all, Happy Lectric XP customer here! Been looking for Chicago groups for some time now and I don’t think they exist! Want to get something going so reaching out to see if there are other fellows like me!
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    TRUE upgrade to the Lectric XP

    Hey all, Hope you have all been well this winter! Just managed to dig my XP out of the garage and finally hit the 1000 mile mark. Woohoo. So! I have about $1600 (maybe a little more for the right bike) to spend and am looking to upgrade from the XP. Things we love about the XP: fast, cheap...
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    Rain proofing the XP suggestions please!

    Hey all, So the weather has finally given up here in Chicago and it’s time for 6 months of winter. I understand the XP is in no way water proof and I will certainly not be riding in torrential rain, but I wondered what steps I can take to ensure I’m as water resistant as possible. First...
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    Small/Medium well designed Trunk Bag for Rack

    Hey all! I don’t know about you, but I have searched for a LONG time to find a nice trunk bag. Most of them look very poorly designed, and so I finally found one that’s discrete, looks nice and is well made. Thought I would share. Delivered today and I can confirm it’s great. $37...
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    Lectric XP Cruise Control Info

    Hey all, I’ve consumed an unhealthy amount of XP content since ordering, and I just came across this info today. Maybe some of you also missed. Enjoy.
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    Replacement Handle Bars Help!

    Hey all, Very excited to receive my XP soon! Still probably 6 weeks away 🧐 Anyhoo, as most people have been doing, I’ve been collecting parts in preparation for delivery. Bought the 11-28t nickel plated freewheel, semi-metallic disc brake pads, black vinyl wrap, AND a Velo Orange Klunker Bar...
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