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Hi, Janet. I'm an older (57) woman rider in New Zealand and bought a Specialised Turbo for my commute (14km each way)., That is probably overkill for what you're after -- I used to be a really keen rider so I wanted a faster bike. Like others here, I suggest going to your closest bike store...

I'm in Dunedin and love my Turbo -- it has been a great way to commute, as I can use the back roads and then drop down to the bike path rather than negotiating the busy main road.

I used my Specialised Turbo for a commute that I just couldn't do without some assist -- it helps tremendously with the hills. (And as I'm in New Zealand, mine is limited to 250w; most American ebikes have more power than that.

Thanks for that, very helpful!

Those look nice! Any sense on how they'd do on frosty conditions? I just bought a Turbo a couple of months ago and love it. The slicks seem okay in the summer, but I"m already thinking about how to extend my riding season into winter next year.

Yes, I think you're right that the Specialized Turbo is not the right bike for this commute. Good luck!

Hi, Tom. I think it would do fine on non-technical trails; I've used it a bit for gravel roads. It is pretty heavy, though, so carrying it up the stairs might be a problem.

I am liking my Specialised Turbo -- it handles really well. I have a 28km roundtrip (17 miles), on paved road, hilly (esp. on the return trip). I have a top-up charger at the office, but I don't need it unless I take an add-on trip. I used to be a keen cyclist back in the day and find the bike...

I bought one a week or so ago -- new -- and I love it. As long as it seems to be running well, I'd snap it up.