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I have 2 IGH bikes, one has a Rolhof with over 10,000 absolutely trouble free miles since 1998, and the other has a Nexus 8. I am considering getting a Swytchbike front wheel with motor to give me a nexus 8 with edrive. It would still come in in the low to mid 30lb range, and I think it would...

Something you might consider is a good singlespeed belt drive bike, then add something like a Swytchbike Max ebike kit…with the motor on the front wheel. It would give you the torque to make the hills and be exceptionally quiet…

There is a term that used to float around biking circles years ago from Grant Peterson: retrogrouch. It discribes me perfectly, I wear shorts (just regular shorts, not cycling shorts) and a button up long sleeve shirt (preferably cotton) and bedrock sandals. And few things are more satisfying...

Just to throw my 2 cents worth into this conversation. Panaracer tires really are very good bicycle tire for road and gravel use. They have specific models for road and gravel. there is a small company in washington state usa….Rene Herse which sells tires branded Rene Herse. They are to my...

With 320 watts mnufacturers rated power, its not legal here in Colombia so the discussion is moot for me. Besides, for $6KUS pluds taxes there are some other ebikes out there that would be a better match for me and what I do with an ebike.

I have had my Turbo Vado SL 4.0 for 6 months now. here are my thoughts: following Stefan’s example I have removed the fenders and the rear light. I have a couple of attachable rear LED lights. I have installed Ergon cork grips and they help with the numb hands that I suffer from on longer...

Sounds like the snip is the way to go!

OK Stefan, a question for you. I think I am going to do pretty much the same thing. how did you disconnect the taillight? Just snip the wire and tape over the end, or did you actually unplug it somewhere in the bottom bracket shell?

As always, good ideas Stefan! Muchas gracias!🤙

Actually my new 2022 Turbo Vado SL 4.0 came with a 40 Tooth wheel and 11-42 11 speed cassette

I had a Turbo Vado 4.0 which was stolen in November. It was my first ebike and it was a fine one. Specialized makes excellent bikes. But I never could get used to almost 70 pounds of bicycle. I spent a lifetime riding road and singlespeed bikes and always valued lightweight and simplicity. the...

Stefan, that should be an amazing climbing setup. Particularly in loose or slippery conditions. now that I have a few miles on my new Turbo Vado SL I am thinking that I would prefer lower gearing since I am not a fast rider either. perhaps I shall go from an 11-42 to an 11-46 cassette to start...

Actually I suspect you are significantly stronger than I! I am a 74 year old retired wonk! butthe SL give me enough juice to get up the hill and I am happy! good lick on your gearing changes!

Picked up my new Turbo Vado SL 4.0 EQ from the Specialized flagship store in Medellin this morning and rode it home. I LOVE IT! Its a much better match for me and what I want and like than the Turbo Vado was. I love the 10 kg weight reduction, and the controls are much simpler…and I am a total...

Got my new Turbo Vado 4.0 SL today. As Stefen warned me, it has considerably less boost than the Turbo Vado. however it rides and handles much more like a conventional road bike, and I really enjoy riding it more than the Turbo Vado. its a better choice for me, and YES, I can make it up the...

I will pick up the new ride on Monday! I am really excited to get riding again! its been since early November and I am very curious to see how I will do.

Its a Black size Large…beggars can’t be choosy…I am pretty sure it was the only/last Turbo Vado SL in stock in Colombia. I would have preferred a 5.0 or the white/sage 4.0. But actually I am just ecstatic that I was able to get ANY Turbo Vado SL in Colombia. Its the first time in almost 2...

So today I ordered a Turbo Vado 4.0 SL EQ from the warehouse. Should be here in Medellin ready to ride on Friday. i can‘t wait! As far as I know, its the last size L they have in stock here in Colombia.

Well, today I got a big surprise! I checked the Specialized Colombia website and they are showing the Turbo Vado SL 4.0 EQ as available! Its the 2022 model. I think this may be what I have been waiting for. the only downside is the battery isnt removeable! Does specialized sell range extender...