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    LION Battery 'Explosion' Kills One

    Reported on BC CTV News. Suspected Bike battery. Seems like a bit of a loose use of explosion in this particular story, but regardless...
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    Are you using a bicycle registry?

    So as the title asks, are you using a registry? if so, which one? What do you like about it? I have just signed up for 529 Garage, but there seem to be a few out there. Where should the new rider go in your region to record theirs? https://project529.com/garage (North American) - I like...
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    Powershift 2-speed rear hub in a Mid-drive build?

    Anybody familiar with this rear hub? Stumbled across the video recently, and I can't help but think this was make for a pretty slick addition to a smaller mid-drive bike. Might give a unique mix of high-speed performance (particularly when derestricted), and low-range for city/gravel/off-road...
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    Elmo Got New Shoes! (Vee Chicane's)

    Hey Maria, Elmo got new shoes! 🙃 So after a bad puncture a couple of weeks ago that saw a 3" nail through my tread and out the sidewall, I figured it was almost time to replace the worn out Kenda Juggernauts anyway. I have been snooping around for fat street tire options for a bit, and...
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    David Attenborough narrates a bike mini mockumentary - and it's everything you'd expect it to be!

    Probably not really him of course. And you may have seen this already if you watch #GCN, but thought I'd link it for those who don't. :)
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    Side-by-side tandem recumbent ebicycle with twin trailer setup - thought I had seen it all...

    So the other day in town, I saw the ultimate family rig roll by. Didn't get a photo (and wouldn't post someone without their permission anyway), but it was basically a side by side recumbent, with a twin trailer setup for the kids. Off one side of the rear was a typical tag along for the older...
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    FASST Flexx Bars - Alternative to suspension stems?

    So I stumbled across these and found them interesting. I have no first hand knowledge, so wondering if anyone else has seen or tested them? They look like they might be a potential alternative to traditional suspension stems for gravel and trail riders, and while perhaps a little costly, they...
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    Oh how far we've come. EMTB vs MTB by EMBN

    I love these guys for their honest real world - if unscientific - assessments. A good little comparison on the state of trail ebikes. Spoiler: Pretty darn close - until the climbs... ;-)
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    Anyone try MagPed Pedals?

    Has anyone tried these Magped Magnetic Pedals? https://www.magped.com/shop/magped-enduro/?lang=en I'm wanting to upgrade to a better quality platform pedal, and clipless is kind of unnecessary for my use on an ebike, but this seems like a neat concept. The few articles I found on them seem...
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    Bafang Ultra Drivetrain Wear Experience

    Can an Ultra cause increased drivetrain wear? YUP! :) Fair Disclaimer: I am hard on this drivetrain - 300lb rider + cargo, long high-speed commutes with high assist and sport mode, basic chain maintenance of weekly wet lube only. I received my Rize RX Pro last September, and have been...
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    The infinite range E-bike is finally here!

    Well, sorta. lol But if you like redneck engineering, this kid is entertaining. He also built full size human flyable aircraft and other wild projects just for fun (a.k.a. YouTube revenue).
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    Looking for a tiny 48V trickle charger for work.

    Does anyone have recommendations for a tiny 48V trickle (+/-1A) charger? Also, any considerations for small chargers? e.g. minimum required output, etc... I have a long enough commute to work that I'm getting home with maybe 20% or less left in the battery and the power is usually starting to...
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