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  1. RoadSage

    How does one get into mountain biking?

    Ooops, Sorry John, my post was for "TrailSeeker's" original question about MTN biking. Suggestions weren't for you, clearly you are a veteran of the sport! :-) Sorry to hear about those snap, crackle and pops. I feel yah!! Why can't some make WD-40 for the human body? Enjoy your day! 🙂
  2. RoadSage

    How does one get into mountain biking?

    Wow! Thanks for the feedback (and chuckle) on your wife's Pedego eMTB experience. LOL! I know that "boat anchor" feeling. One of my hold backs with the "lighter" eMTN bikes is the tradeoff for battery power. I tried out the Specialize SL eMTB and I felt like I was riding a noisy sewing machine...
  3. RoadSage

    How does one get into mountain biking?

    Yes, believe me I have! Love your suggestions. I use to ride with a BionX kit (rear wheel hub) back in the day when bike shops would give you the stink eye up your arrival with an eBike. Sywtch did catch my eye, however, motor at this time only has 40NM of torque. Also there is a new company in...
  4. RoadSage

    How does one get into mountain biking?

    LOL, YOUR EYES are in great shape!! I ride a 2019 Specialized Como 4.0 (shopping/errands) and am in the process of "researching" eMTN bikes. So far, my demo rides (Specialized Levo/Trek Rail) all seem like big tankers with those 29ers. These bike aren't made for OLD small framed women. 👵😂 I LOVE...
  5. RoadSage

    How does one get into mountain biking?

    Hi John, your caution is real but there are some things you can do to support your safety. As a 62 y/o F who still rides some gnarly single tracks here's what I did BEFORE I started MTN biking on single track: 1. Took a MTN bike ride/technique class. I learned how to climb, corner, brake and...
  6. RoadSage

    Specialized Como Battery Replacement Options?

    My Como 4.0 purchased in 2019 SUDDENLY went dead last week (2/22). Shock and awe! I did notice slightly less range as you described, but it was charging to 100%. I also made sure to keep an eye on my storage shed temps, etc., for battery health and ran the "app" now and then. My warranty was...
  7. RoadSage

    Looking for feedback on 2020 Como 4.0

    ***UPDATE***contacted Specialize regarding high speedometer reading. According to Specialize, there has been no rider reports of this, but the rep did mention that the “magnet” on rear disc brake gets road grim and “may” throw off speedometer. I wiped off magnet and see no difference in the...
  8. RoadSage

    Looking for feedback on 2020 Como 4.0

    “...rocket that’s riding on a marshmallow.” Best quote ever!!
  9. RoadSage

    Looking for feedback on 2020 Como 4.0

    I recently purchased the Como 4.0 2020, "Step Through" version. LOVE! I did have to dial in the seat and handles bars, but all is good now. I do have two widgets of concern. #1. My speedometer appears to be gauging 2-3 miles faster than my actual speed. I am in process of contacting Specialize...
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