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    Replacing a stolen e-bike! Decisions, decisions, decisions

    My 2022 Specialized Turbo Vado 4.0 was stolen here in Medellin over2 months ago. It’s looking mighty unlikely it will be recovered. So I have been thinking a lot about how I used my TV, what I liked and what I disliked about it, what kind of riding I actually do, and what I would like in a new...
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    2024 Specialized ebikes?

    Does anyone know anything about when the 2024 models will be appearing, and more importantly when they will be available for purchase globally? currently both the Colombian and US Specialized website show extremely limited availability of many models, and no availability whatsoever of others. my...
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    New stuff on my Turbo Vado 4.0

    Well, awhile back I posted that I had would rather have a Turbo Vado SL. Thats still true, but the Turbo Vado SL is not available in Colombia. So I am doing my best to enjoy all the fine qualities of my Turbo Vado and change a few things around to be more to my liking. I have always ridden...
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    Replacing suspension seatpost on turbo vado with non suspension seatpost

    Has anyone replaced the stock suspension seatpost (I dont like suspension seatposts) with a non suspension rigid seatpost? I am just starting to look for a replacement.
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    Specialized Sport 650 x 2.3 weight?

    I have been looking, but so far I am unable to find weights listed for the Specialized Pathfinder Sport reflect 650b x 2.3 tires that come as stock equipment on my Turbo Vado 4. For the kind of riding I do, they are in the realm of overkill. I might be happier with some slightly narrower and...
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    Pairing issue, maybe?

    Pairing issue…maybe? I have a Turbo Vado 4.0, vintage 2022. all was fine when I left Colombia 3 months ago. Upon my return last week I fired up the bike and the mission control app, and it appears that the pairing is hung up. It never gets past the “connecting” message in mission control, and I...
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    A very intriguing idea!

    i just saw this yesterday. Its a very interesting idea, I hope it actually pans out. It might be perfect for my Rolhoff equipped conventional bicycle. https://pendix.com/edrive/emachine
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    Singlespeed, hub drive, torque sensor, under 40 lbs?

    I have been looking at a lot of ebikes, and I havent found one that is “ just what I am looking for” yet. here is what I am looking for: singlespeed configuration rear hub drive minimum of 45 nm torque torque sensor disc brakes total weight less than 10 kg (44 lbs) could be either belt or chain...
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    Turbo Vado 4.0 display software update glitch?

    So this morning I updated the display software on my turbo Vado. I don't remember the old software version ( my bad) The new version is 20.E.0 The bike still seems to function normally but I get this error message in the mission control ap.
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    Modifications?

    Just curious about 2 things. 1. has anyone replaced the front suspension fork with a rigid fork, carbon maybe? 2. Has anyone replaced the stock tires with a much lighter set of semi slick tires, for instance Rene Herse Switchback Hill 640b X 48 endurance casing?
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    New owner

    Greetings all. Today I will be ordering a 2023 Specialized Turbo Vado 4.0 from the Specialized dealer here in Medellin Colombia. I suspect I will be a frequent visitor to this forum after that. Just wanted to introduce myself, say “hi” and Thanks for all the experience, encouragement, and...
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