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  1. Brewerpaul

    Changing rear cluster for easier hill climbing

    I have a Sondors Step which I love. For my purposes it can handle almost any hill around here, but there are one or two where I end up walking the bike with walk assist. I'd love to be able to conquer those too but don't want to get a different bike of replace expensive electronics,if that's...
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    Accessories for a Step?

    I ordered a Sondors Step and it's supposed to arrive 8/28. There are some accessories that I know I'll want but am not sure which will fit the Step. Any recommendations for the following? Front and rear lights, preferably powered by the bike battery if that's possible Bottle cage,preferably...
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    Sondors Step?

    I've been driving myself crazy trying to figure out what I want for my first and probably only eBike. I just came across the Sondors Step and it seems to check just about all of my boxes. Anyone have one? Any other Sondors bike? What do you like or not like? Suggested alternatives? Thanks.
  4. Brewerpaul

    Sondors step?

    Anyone have one of these? It looks like a great choice for a first ebike. How is it for a short rider? I'd expect it's good. Anything you DON'T like
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    eBike owners/riders in the Frederick MD area?

    Hi-- are there any forum members here near Frederick MD who would be willing to let me take a look at their bikes, see how they fit my short body, maybe even take a quick test ride? I'd be interested mainly in lower end bikes but maybe even just seeing some more expensive ones would be a big...
  6. Brewerpaul

    20" vs 26"

    I've never ridden a 20" bike of any kind. The geometry looks so different from a standard 26" type bike-- tall handlebar stem,small tires. How does it feel to ride a 20" vs a 26"? Easy to adapt from the larger wheels? I'm very short (5'2") so the smaller frame is appealing in an ebike. Plus, a...
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    Home repair of cheap e-bikes

    I really want an ebike but I'm at a point where,for financial reasons, buying an inexpensive bike online from Amazon or Walmart makes the most sense. I'd probably have to do all of my own repairs and maintenance because the only local shops that sell ebikes won't work on the cheapies. I guess I...
  8. Brewerpaul

    Inexpensive aka cheap bikes?

    I know,I know, you get what you pay for. Still, at this point I can't afford a better e bike and have been looking at the really inexpensive (<$1000) bikes on Amazon,Walmart etc. I'm not decided on style yet. I'd be riding mainly on paved roads and paths, some dirt paths, maybe a very...
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    Small wheels vs large wheels?

    In terms of handling and general riding feel, what's the difference between small (20") and large (26") wheels? I'd be riding the big majority of the time on good paved roads,small city (Frederick MD) and surrounding country roads. I'd also like to feel comfortable on dirt roads, canal towpaths...
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    Cheap bikes?

    I know, I know, ya get what ya pays for but the senior on Social Security in me finds the really inexpensive bikes on Amazon, etc have an appeal. I'm very handy and have done a lot of repairs on conventional bikes. Any personal experience with Ancheer and the like? Other sub $1k bikes?
  11. Brewerpaul

    Can my wife and I be compatible on the road?

    Note-- this is pretty long so if you want to cut to the chase, scroll down to the *** Actually, after 20 years, we're still exceedingly compatible. The issue now is our choice of 2 wheeled vehicles. When we moved to Maryland 2 years ago we talked about getting a pair of gas motor scooters so we...
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    Yet another "what should I buy?" thread

    I'll try to keep it short,like myself,who is 5'2". My current non-electric bike is a hybrid,26" wheels, 16" frame and I handle that just fine. I just turned 69,weigh about 150lb and am in very good health. I keep bouncing back and forth as to what I want: 20" fat bike (folding or not...
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