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I didn't say I knew exactly where they are, but the people may have been in a pub, at home on the couch, etc. I typically am not goofing off during work hours a lot so it was impressive to get people who you could tell were knowledgeable about all aspects of the business I asked about and cared...

I'm not going to devote time to it but you can usually chat with them on website even at off hours and weekends, and its not some support person in India or something. I would not disparage a few guys giving a go at starting a business. NY real estate is not cheap and why invest in a big...

We purchased a wing bike, in shipping the box was damaged and the headlight was not working. Wing promptly sent one to replace it and included detailed illustrated directions on how to install. I ordered a rear rack, which was a early version and it was welded off angle a bit. They promptly...

I recall you looking for that small Giant frame bike. Glad you found one. Usually fork air is set and forget but it can leak out. I like having smoother ride, so I tend to run mine so the travel is used. Some will pump it stiffer so it only works on larger bumps but gives a ridgid bike feel...

I bet the chain join link or one of them is stiff. Check each link for ease of movement 45 degrees each direction, you can easily do this with a rag and turning crank backwards. One link is probably not bending as much and its skipping. I have had that before. When you find the stiff link...

While the hills you mention are not insignificant, that's what makes these Ebikes so nice you can breeze up them. I doubt you have any battery limitations on this short of a ride even with hills. Even on the smaller battery I am guessing, but doesn't hurt to have a bit extra amps/hr. We have...

We got the 10.x mid grade battery (not the big 14.x one) as my wife's job is only 10 miles each way. It doesn't get into the battery much for her to do a round trip honestly. Maybe down 50%? I live in the south Beaverton OR area and there are some hills for sure, but some of it is not too bad...

Old guys rule! LOL I do feel guilt I admit passing non-Ebikes. I think its good for getting people out of house/ cars and enjoying life getting some exercise.

Look at Wing Fatty as possible bike, its got no problem on commute distance and probably good in snow. Its very affordable at <$1400. I am looking at one possibly after using wife's Wing Freedom commuter (profile pic) If you get a load of ice probably shouldn't be driving anyway but maybe could...

Cool like to see your future experience with it. For me I wanted to maintain something I had to pedal as I need a workout. It does make it fun and do-able in my hilly area. Start at level 1 and see how that works how I did it. I typically use 2-3 now. Gives good battery life and plenty of zip. I...

I don't personally know the guy, but it was a mountain bike designed for serious off road and sounded like he was doing a lot of climbing in those lower gears grunting it out. I have a full suspension $3k mountain bike just not the legs I used to, but I can tell y'all dirt trails can have a lot...

Probably not unique to Wing, but they give a option for "off road" setting where you can up the top assist speed to the range you're looking for. What are the specs on the gnarly hill? On most ebikes I read about you still have to pedal, and the wing is a fast but you'd still get a workout...

Give a glance at Wing bikes and Rad Power. The Wing fatty would do pretty well on gravel and loose terrain, etc. After looking about some I read about the mid-drive systems putting stress on bicycle chains and gears that they were not really designed for, a guy with a Giant mtn bike was having...

Thanks for note. Actually this isn't' for trail riding, it would be a horrible choice for it with ridgid frame and city geometry. this is a commuter / errand / city bike setup. Also the bigger wattage bikes are getting quickly all ebikes banned on off road trails. Although the effort is sizable...

Check out the Wing ebikes. They are a good value and as a bike enthusiast with many other expensive non-E bikes over I think I can give a good opinion on quality. Everything works well and it has built in lights and alarm (although its not real loud). Racks & fenders are Wing specific but well...

Thanks, I'm probably going to replace brakes as a safety issue. I have another bike a full suspension 29r mtn bike that we upgraded to Shimano XT hydraulic a couple years ago and those are amazing, one finger braking and you have to get used to it so much power. The cable brakes are wearing pads...

Interesting post. I was curious about Rad so I read the thread. I purchased a Wing earlier this year on a bit of a lark, was a good deal and had a guarantee I could return it. It also was hanging out of the box and I thought it was going to be damaged but was OK. Its a well spec'd bike with...

Thanks for reply. As you mention the hub motor w/o gearing does apparently have a built-in drag, so I guess its part of the experience. How do you like the RadCity? Curious. Rad is kinda close by (I'm in Portland they're in Seattle). Their bikes look great in spec but on heavy side and so I...

Curious did you change to a smaller chainring? I have seen many bikes with bigger than 42. But on some steep hills like I hit recently I would like "one lower" gear just not sure I want to give up the high speed gearing. Personally while it can be more hassle I'd go with a dual front chainring...

Thanks, I do have to figure out if the 203 will fit front. I know rear is not as important - old Motorcycle rider (grin) so could just sell the rear disk and use the caliper. Buddy owns a bike shop I could make sure its all going to work if i get up there. I realize the mount adapter may need...