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  1. NightRider1

    Specialized Vado SL 5.0 Range Extender

    What I have learned so far is that e-bikes with removable batteries are usually much heavier than those with fully integrated batteries. This has to do with the frame construction and the required load limits. That's why I consider touring bikes with fully integrated batteries, such as the Vado...
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    Specialized Vado SL 5.0 Range Extender

    Most accommodations in semi-urbanised areas can provide a charging facility at any time, but not necessarily in the hotel room. So if you are planning a longer tripp, then you should make sure beforehand that the host can actually meet the energy requirements. However, this is not only about...
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    Specialized Vado SL 5.0 Range Extender

    This is a clear no, each battery has its own charging electronics, which ensures that the cells are charged evenly. The expansion of the capacity only maintains the operating voltage for the motor a little longer. Charging from one battery to another is therefore not possible. That and a few...
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    TO ALL BIKE MANUFACTURERS

    An interesting point of view, with me it's exactly the other way around, I can't wait to kick one of these bastards with full force into his damn mouth. 😏
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    As if the supply chain is not disrupted enough already

    So what?! Was that a surprise? The whole thing did not develop overnight, but over many years, so they had enough time to react appropriately. What you need besides money is plenty of space for an automated unloading, sorting and parking of the containers. In addition, a lot of staff to empty...
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    As if the supply chain is not disrupted enough already

    The real problem is that both the competent port authority and the local politicians have watched for years as the need for expanded infrastructure grows, but has done nothing to improve the situation. It's always and everywhere the same thing, they wait until the problem grows over one's head...
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    VADO SL 5.0 EQ

    Your reaction clearly shows that you cannot accept any other opinion! The disadvantages of a tubeless tire have already been experienced by enough other cyclists, which I would rather do without. I don't have to make such experiences just to confirm this crap! 👎 Tubeless? No thanks❗ Cheers!
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    VADO SL 5.0 EQ

    You are completely wrong, this realization does not come from me, it comes from many long-suffering consumers, most of whom have switched back to tubular tires. That's also the reason why I will never accept such a solution. So for me, it's out of the question!
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    Out of stock

    Of course, there are always exceptions where a trader is outstandingly reliable and honest. If an item is difficult to procure and is also offered on your own continent only at exorbitantly high prices, then I think it is quite justified to accept longer delivery times. The last case I had in...
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    Out of stock

    I have had similar experiences with various dealers in recent times. My advice on this case is therefore, don't make yourself a victim by giving these incompetent guys even more time, don't mess around with them, cancel the order and change the trader immediately.
  11. NightRider1

    First Ride of the Season

    Vaseline? Not a bad idea, this should definitely protect your skin for a while. Deer tallow is even more effective for a longer ride. However, with the best of intentions, I can't come to terms with a hardened ass, I'm not a gorilla after all. 🦍
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    Is anyone trying to solve charging on the road?

    Most chargers, including cables, are small enough to carry them in a pouch on the bike. However, as long as battery technology does not improve and public charging facilities are scarce, traveling with e-bikes will always be a problem. ⚡
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    First Ride of the Season

    I prefer a good and comfortable touring saddle to any sports saddle, but padded shorts can certainly help in some cases.
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    Accidentally bought a bicycle today

    How lucky you were! Due to the stupid lock down in my region, I have no opportunity to test, buy or rent a bike. But I'm not sure if I have the nerve to buy a bike spontaneously. The T-500 is a classic trekking bike and can be expanded in any direction, there is not much you can do wrong...
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    First Ride of the Season

    Hmm, maybe you ride the wrong saddle? 🚴‍♀️
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    Is anyone trying to solve charging on the road?

    Unfortunately, that's true, the Specialized Turbo Vado SL is one of these e-bikes. There is an extension battery that you can certainly take with you to the hotel room, but this is probably not always allowed for the bike. This is where the problems begin, you are almost always forced to ask...
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    VADO SL 5.0 EQ

    What's so hard to understand here?! As already stated, even if you don't find a leak immediately, the liquid can occur at some point and spray around while driving. Unfortunately that happens again and again and I don't need that! :rolleyes:
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    Vado broken rear spokes

    I'm sorry to say this, but you are definitely wrong here! The manufacturers, and by that I mean all of them, know exactly what forces act on the wheels, but the wheels must then be dimensioned accordingly. Experience has shown that savings are made in practically everything, in terms of the...
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    Vado broken rear spokes

    That is essentially correct, but it also depends on how the dealer is handling the situation. I know that this doesn't really help you now, but if I were the dealer, then I would come to meet you with a compensation deal and transfer the 100 $ charged so far for a complete rebuild. For the...
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    Vado SL external battery

    Since the measurement methods are different, I wouldn't see the deviation as overly dramatic. I think the TCU delivers the safer result here. However, the charger should be able to recognize whether the battery capacity has been expanded or not in order to adapt the charging current. It's a...
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