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  1. Mr_Reality

    2022 Vado range estimate not accurate. Help

    I need some help with a 2022 Vado 5.0. I took it for its maiden voyage. Rode 45 miles and finished the ride with 25% battery left. The range estimator seems wildly inaccurate. The majority and beginning of the ride it said 35 miles and at about 40% battery it changed to 24 miles...
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    Motor Opinion/Review: Bosch Speed vs Specialized 2.2 (Vado 28mph)

    What is everyone’s opinions of the Bosch performance speed (28mph) vs the Specialized 2.2 (Vado 28mph). Which ride modes do you prefer? Reliability? Seems like Bosch is not doing much with the performance speed any more.
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    One bike for everything? Commuting, Exercise, MTB/Gravel. Reality or Myth

    I have been thinking is there one bike that can do everything. Commuting, fitness, light MTB/gravel. I am intrigued by the Trek Powerfly FS9 Equipped as a one bike to do all things. Seems like this bike has good capabilities to do the kind of riding I enjoy. For those of you that have...
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    Allant+ 8S Nyon and DI2 Upgrade?

    I am wanting to know if its possible to install the Nyon controller and upgrade the bike to DI2 shifting? I would like to use the Bosch eshift technology. Is there a way to power the DI2 components from the bike battery? Has anyone done this yet and is there an easier option? Thanks for...
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    Considering upgrading my Allant+ 8s to a Specialized Vado 5.0 IGH

    Considering upgrading my Allant+ 8s to a Specialized Vado 5.0 IGH. Primarily interested in going to a Gates belt drive and trying out the enviolo automatic system. The bikes seem very comparable on power levels and battery capacity. We have excellent LBS for both Trek and Specialized in...
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    Looking for a Commuter/Paved Trail Recommendation

    Need some help picking a good commuter and paved trail bike. Range is important with 50-60 mile round trips (not possible to charge). Looking at these options with local bike shops Yamaha Cross Connect Specialized Turbo Vado EQ Trek Verve+ 3 Kona Dew-E Does anyone have any experience with...
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    Considering a used ATOM Lynx 4.8 27.5 Pro. Quality?

    I am considering a used 2017 ATOM Lynx 4.8 27.5 Pro. The bike appears to be in excellent condition with just a couple hundred miles. How do these bikes compare to specialized for quality? Seems like the components are very similar and use similar motors. The bike is a fraction of the...
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    Battle of the Budget Full Suspension Bike

    I have 2 bikes I am looking at and would like your feedback. A 2017 ATOM LYNX 4.8 27.5 PRO (used with 250 miles) vs a new 2019 Motobecane 27.5 HAL eBoost Pro. The specs on the bikes are both similar but with different motor manufacturers. The Atom is located several hours away and the...
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    Wanted - eMTB full suspension mid drive

    Looking for a eMTB full suspension with mid drive.
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    Enzo First Ride

    We took out our new Enzo folding bikes for their maiden rides today. Road about 28 miles with about 1200 feet of elevation gain. We had just a little shy of half a battery charge left at the end of the ride. Road on Eco mode with PAS at 2-3. Overall I am very happy with the quality of...
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    1st E-Bike - E-Joe Epik SE

    Well we took the plunge and ordered 2 E-Joe Epik SE to travel with our motorhome. Looking forward to using them as alternative transportation and not having to take the car on all trips or just enjoy the outdoors. The reviews mostly look good so we took the plunge. Anything we should be...
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    Help on folding electric bike purchase

    Looking for an electric folding bicycle to take with me when I travel in the motorhome. Budget is around $2000. Seems like the Blix VIka + and the e-Joe Epik SE have the best reviews but don’t know anything about these brands. Any other recommendations? No local dealers in my area so...
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