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  1. J

    Honest feedback about DOST Bikes?

    Hello, I agree with Rick53. I checked the Dost website. In my opinion by quoting Court directly from his review, they are doing what the movie, auto and music industry and others have done ever since their respective products have come under review by professional reviewers. I'm ok with the...
  2. J

    Good choice on ebike...buying today need advice please

    Agreed on paperwork point. I'd have to look for my receipt etc. The bike in question appeared 'near new' so I assumed the seller would still have the original paperwork available. Regarding contacting the police. My thought and it didn't come across correctly, was to contact the police where...
  3. J

    Good choice on ebike...buying today need advice please

    The bike looks nearly new, the seller should have the all the original paperwork ( Bill of sale, invoice etc ) If he can't provide the original paperwork, I would be highly suspect about it being stolen. I'd also contact the local PD in the town where bike resides. I'd dig a little harder into...
  4. J

    Handlebars: Back sweep angle?

    Hello, As PDoz wrote " Much depends on your preference +/- intended use." I agree. I ride a Trek Powerfly 7 e-mtb on rails to trails and road, never single track. I swapped out the factory handlebar, which was pretty similar to yours ( less the carbon ) for an Origin8 Bat Wing bar with a 25...
  5. J

    Hi from Grass Valley Ca.!

    Hi MIndy, Welcome to the EBR forum. What a cool bike you have ! Enjoy and good luck.
  6. J

    New Favorite Tire - Schwalbe Hurricane

    I'm also a Schwalbe Tire fan. My e-MTB has a set of Marathon Plus MTB 29x2.25 .I'm very pleased for the type of riding I do, rail trails and road. 3000 miles no flats. Flat protection is the primary in tire my buying decision. My touring e-bike has Marathon Plus and again an excellent tire...
  7. J

    Yet another "help me decide" post.

    Hello, Should you buy the Trek Verve+2 you'll be getting a bike that comes with some of the best company support in the industry, via your LBS. I own two Trek e-bikes. As for a throttle yes or no ? That is something personal, only you can decide what you want and or need the throttle to do...
  8. J

    Transparency in Advertising: How EBR Runs

    First, I must apologize for my prior implication that you might have presented your original review in a sarcastic manor. It's clear to me that your writing style is well above sarcasm. I would be extremely disappointed as well, if I experienced the failures you have. I checked out the the...
  9. J

    Transparency in Advertising: How EBR Runs

    Hello, Do tell. What review / bike etc are you referring to ? There many many negative reviews via various threads within EBR. Perhaps there were words, phrases etc in the review that violated EBS Policy. Perhaps their were personal attacks, slander etc within the review ? The above post...
  10. J

    Anybody know about escooters?

    There is absolutely no comparison, none between an e-scooter and a two wheeled bike, e-Bike or conventional. Forgetting the fact that instantly a scooter operator can be thrown over the handle grips at road speed. The original poster spoke of 20-25mph + . At that speed, as mentioned there is...
  11. J

    Thank you and Hello!

    Collen, Correction..When referred to an e-Trike, above I was thinking of Recumbent ( Thanks CSH : ) and as Craig said. They are really cool. They have all the hi-tech components that a traditional e-road bike has and they are stable to all get out ( I'm assuming ) As I type this I'm not a...
  12. J

    Thank you and Hello!

    Wow, What a great looking bike and Raleigh is a quality product. I'm guessing your bike should sell promptly in your area. I just sent your posting to a friend who lives in Clearwater. I agree $800 -ish or maybe try $900 and drop to $800 . I say $900 only because the bike is in such great...
  13. J

    Hello, A wonderful Rail Trail in Central CT. I've ridden it countless times and it's always a...

    Hello, A wonderful Rail Trail in Central CT. I've ridden it countless times and it's always a joy. My Fav ! https://www.traillink.com/trail/hop-river-state-park-trail/ Another nice CT Rail Trail. https://www.traillink.com/trail/air-line-state-park-trail/ Thanks for posting your list, John
  14. J

    Down size 26 to 24

    I don't dispute any of the technical suggestions offered to 'lower' your bike. I wouldn't do it. If you have the funds, I'd do as Rich C suggested, sell the bike and buy one from a local bike shop that has been sized for you by someone who is competent. From what you've written you barely...
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    Seat / Saddle advice or opinions.... ?

    Hello, I'm far from saddle expert. I've heard similar comments to what JR posted and I agree... "Large, soft saddles can cause numbness 'down there' for me too. Firm saddles that fit my sit bones are very comfortable. With less fleshy tissue my sit bones are what hold me up off the saddle to...
  16. J

    Bosch motor average life span.

    Ditto for me. Two Different Treks. Bosch Motors, Performance Line and CX, 3 years old, 3000 miles each, original Bosch Batteries. No Problems
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    5000 miles, xm700+

    I have an Trek XM700+ with 3000 miles and no problems. I replaced the original fork 1500 miles ago with a Rock Shox Gold shock and love it. My decision was based on improving riding comfort which the shock did exceedingly well, not because of a problem. The stock spring gizmo on the Trek fork...
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