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  1. lloose

    Specialized Turbo Vado/Como/Tero/Tero X User Club

    2 updates today. First, I cracked 1000 miles on my Vado 4.0. I've had it since April and couldn't be happier with it. Im on track for 2000 miles in its first year. 2nd is that I got my panniers that @Stefan Mikes recommended and.. WOW. The quality and attention to detail on them is phenomenal...
  2. lloose

    Specialized Turbo Vado/Como/Tero/Tero X User Club

    I just found one! Its from a bike shop one state away so it shouldn't even take long to get to me. Thanks for the suggestion, and thank you for posting about it a while back. It looks perfect for what I need.
  3. lloose

    Specialized Turbo Vado/Como/Tero/Tero X User Club

    Since my last post, I found another one of your posts talking about the e-mate. I can't find one here in the US but now I've fallen down the rabbit hole of Ortlieb bags. The back roller and that organizer insert looks perfect. I think im going to go with that. Those bags look incredible.
  4. lloose

    Specialized Turbo Vado/Como/Tero/Tero X User Club

    I dug around the thread a little but coudn't find a good answer. What panniers do you guys like? I'm worried about getting one that wont work with the rails on the racktime rack. I don't mind racktime but I had a really bad experience with their HEDA bag where it went into my spokes, broke a...
  5. lloose

    Bafang 1000 watts

    You'd have to swap the controller and probably the display too. At that point, might as well just build the bike from the ground up.
  6. lloose

    Ever think of getting a companion to the XP? Of course you have.

    I think if you are going to "graduate" from an XP, you should look at some bike shop brands. I went from an XP to a Specialized Vado since commuting wasn't great on the XP. The XP still has its place in my garage as my adventure bike, but that's about it. The quality differences between the two...
  7. lloose

    To latch or not to latch

    There is an adjustment screw. Give it a quarter turn and check. Repeat until the latch is very snug.
  8. lloose

    Avg Battery Range

    I constantly get 45-50 miles on a charge on stock eco for my long rides. It depends on headwind and if I am taking anything with me. All fairly flat with a couple hills here and there. I weigh 244 lbs and will carry up to 15 pounds with me. This is on a Vado 4.0.
  9. lloose

    How Does Your Lectric XP Compare to Bigger Wheeled Bikes (26" and Over)?

    Personally, I like the 20x4" tire. I think its actually very nimble and very forgiving in turns. I can really lean into them at higher speeds and feel confident. The rolling resistance and tire availability are both huge factors though. 20x3" tires are much more popular and can even be swapped...
  10. lloose

    Racktime bag gripes.

    I'll have to take a look at these. It sounds exactly like what I am looking for. Thanks.
  11. lloose

    Racktime bag gripes.

    I guess its not directly related to Specialized. Racktime is the brand of rack that came on the back of my Vado.
  12. lloose

    Racktime bag gripes.

    I decided to take advantage of the Racktime rack on my Vado 4.0. I bought a nice Heda pannier to use for my daily commute. I used it for about a month of daily commuting without any issues and then I started seeing all kinds of small things pop up. Seams were starting to tear, holes were...
  13. lloose

    Is Specialized removing 3rd party used battery listings off Ebay?

    I got a great deal on Ebay a few weeks back. A 500Wh used Vado battery for $400. It was from a rental company, the top cover was beat up, but who cares since it's just a backup battery for really long rides. I had a really hard time finding a 2nd hand one off ebay. Every time I would see one, it...
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    Most have seen this review, some have not. This review IS one of the main reasons I decided on Lectric eBikes

    There is ALWAYS a nicer bike and ALWAYS someone who will let you know what bike that is. The trick is to find one that you like and stop listening to what other people think about YOUR bike. It helps when companies like Lectric come out with a bike that offers a lot for the money. There will...
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    Most have seen this review, some have not. This review IS one of the main reasons I decided on Lectric eBikes

    For $900 I dont think you can find a better (new) ebike. Put it up against my Vado 4.0, and there's no contest. Even compared to bikes that are $1500-2000, its shortcomings are magnified. I'd say it can punch against brands like Radpower and Ride1up who offer bikes in the $1500 range though...
  16. lloose

    Pulled the trigger on XP 2.0

    I turned my 1.0 into a mini cargo bike. Its been great. I'm glad they are adding the option for that kind of utility.
  17. lloose

    Does the Vado SL 4 EQ fit in your car?

    I have to take off the front wheel on my non SL to get it to fit in the back of my wifes mini van. Its a pretty big bike. I don't know if I could fit it in the back of my Accord.
  18. lloose

    New Specialized Como SL

    I wonder if the belt drive and hub gears are because of the parts shortage.
  19. lloose

    New Specialized Como SL

    I'll be interested to see the market for this. $4000 starting price, belt drive, hub. I think the standard Como filled a niche with people who want a powerful cruiser/commuter. This feels like a very casual bike, and I don't know if people are going to want to pay $4000 for a casual bike. I...
  20. lloose

    Specialized Turbo Vado SL ST announced

    That Como SL is very interesting. Internal hub belt driven. Not for me, but I'm seeing a trend, especially with some other brands. Starting price of $4000 is interesting too.
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