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    Turbo Vado 5.0: What tire pressure do you run?

    I'm curious what tire pressure you are running on the front and back tire with the Turbo Vado? I have a 5.0 IGH. The manual says "check the tire pressure printed on the tires." I looked at the tires and it says 20-50. That's a really big range! On my mountain bike, I run 27 on the rear and 23 on...
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    Best rear basket for Turbo Vado 5.0 IGH?

    I just bought a Turbo Vado 5.0 IGH. I'm looking for a basket/carrier that will attach to the rear rack. Also, something that would attach to an aftermarket front rack I had installed. I see that a few people have recommended the Racktime system. If I go that route, should I get the 1.0 or 2.0...
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    Is it possible to get parts for the 2016 Specialized Turbo S?

    I have a 2016 Turbo S that needs some love. I may replace it with a Vado 5.0 IGH. But I'm also considering fixing it up and doing some upgrades (e.g. adding front suspension, replacing the battery, saddle, and tires, etc.). I'd need a few parts for the bike, including: - The small plug that...
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    Turbo Vado 5.0: IGH or chain?

    Just got back from the LBS. I test-rode a Vado 4.0 (chain) and a Vado 5.0 IGH. At first, I didn't like the IGH. When I first started pedaling, the cadence would be super fast/RPMs were high, but I wasn't moving much. It seemed like the system needed a few moments to react. The same thing would...
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    Vado 5.0 vs. Priority Current vs. Bluejay Sport

    I'm in the market for a new eBike and have narrowed my choices to Vado 5.0 (IGH or standard), Bluejay Sport, or Priority Current. I live in Bend, OR, which is mostly flat, with a few moderate hills here and there. I will mostly use the bike for commuting, errands, and in place of driving as...
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