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    Mtn vs City?

    How would you describe the differences in comfort, performance and handling of a mountain bike vs a city bike on the streets and greenways please? I have never ridden a mountain bike and my city e-bike is not comfortable with fit or ride. In theory the mountain bike should be better handling...
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    Budnitz and Jones

    In the last couple days I have discovered two bikes that I don't recall seeing on EBR. One is a new electric and the other is non-electric. Both made in the U.S. with extraordinary design and apparent build quality. Budnitz is hand made and they must have an exceptional cult following. (...
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    Mountain or City Bike

    I am starting the research process to sell my Giant LaFree+1 (I don't dislike the LaFree. It just doesn't fit) and upgrade to a different City Electric or Mountain electric bike. I know nothing about Mountain bikes but perceive that with all the suspension built into the bikes the comfort level...
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    Mtb or street bike

    With all the suspension included on mountain bikes it appears to me that they would be more comfortable to ride on in the city? Any thoughts?
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    LaFree +1 Auto Mode?

    I keep reading small bits about an "AUTO MODE" that manages the application of power to the bike more efficiently. There is a claim that it is programmed to adjust the battery power delivery. I cannot figure out how you get the +1 into this auto mode. If anyone knows I would appreciate...
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    Bike Rack

    Everyone has been so helpful to me and I appreciate. I got my Giant LaFree+1. Rode it for the first time yesterday morning for 50 minutes. Did about 6 miles in the neighborhood. I would have ridden longer but my butt started aching. New seat is on my list now! Here's my dilemma that your...
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    Carry Essentials

    I will pick up my Giant LaFree +1 next week. What are the minimum items I should carry with me please?
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    Giant LaFree E +1 question

    I have an LaFree +1 on order. Curious if anyone has changed out the minimalist controller that comes with it. I asked the dealer today could it be replaced with a controller that displayed speed, distance, battery and power settings. He was going to research. Any suggestions would be...
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    Bike Size

    I am looking at the Specialized Como 4.0 or maybe 5.0. I am a senior male, 190 pounds and 5'10" tall. The test model I rode was a 3.0 Small. It felt comfortable but I am concerned that after I buy it and use it awhile I might feel cramped. All of the size charts indicate at my height I...
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    Start up Page

    I haven't been able to get to the EBR start up page for several weeks now. When I try to get to the www.electricbikereview.com address the bar scrolls about half way and stops. I don't know of any other site out of hundreds I visit that this happens. I have tried to use the CONTACT form to...
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