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Mostly destroying rims - probably on the roots and rocks most of my trails are lousy with.

I'm up and running again with the Spank wheel. Took some liquid soap and some extra pressure to get it to get a new Johnny Watts to seat correctly. The narrower rim makes it look small and the front looks fatter than the rear now but it's functional. Since I destroy so many wheels I'm going to...

Here's my freehub after 4500 miles. I'm guessing this is steel? Now that WW closed up their Newton shop, I'm on my own for maintenance and repairs and I just destroyed my third rear wheel (see the cracked rim that goes under the decal). Ordered a Spank 359 wheel and came with alloy freehub -...

It's always windy on an ebike - 20 -25mph in your face, no matter which way the wind blows 😆

I usually compare the time on my phone to the display time so I know how much time to subtract on days that I have to back at a certain time. On weekends, % of battery left is usually my clock.

I'm talking about clearance to bottom of motor. Pedal strike I can avoid by timing pedal stroke vs the terrain I see. But any rock wall crossing or downed tree, I usually have to stop to not bang up the motor.

So there are two versions of the ultra motor (750 and 1000 watt) and both are rated at 160nm ? Or same motor with different settings?

One change I'd like to see if it is possible is more ground clearance. It's really the only negative thing about my Hydra, otherwise close to perfection for my needs. Maybe when I retire and have more ride time, a chonky beast might allow for longer rides.

Makes sense for most with hub motors to just patch without taking the wheel off if you can. Been riding most of this year on a patched tube on my mid drive that I fixed on trail - it doesn't leak so so I can't be bothered to swap it out even with the thru axel.

Rich people in Lincoln MA like to erect sculptures on their vast lawns but Poneyhenge is the weirdest.

I use a dry lube and wet the chain with it every other ride or so. If I'm feeling lazy I only do whatever parts are easily exposed. When feeling a little more adventurous, just lift the bike and move the crank forward. I would spend more time trying to figure out where I left the dang thing last...

I have a dog bell hanging from my handlebars to warn people and animals of my presence and will change gears, squeak the brakes, and/or give a verbal warning if not noticed. For people in cars - angry shouting seems to make them wake up. I've had to shout at so many cars it has become a habit...

You going to do 20mph on your class one on technical singletrack just because your bike allows it or do you ride within your ability to keep safe? What makes you think he's any different - his equipment? He never mentioned using a throttle, if request is for hub bike then sounds like he's...

Been riding on muddy trails for the first time with these tires after rain/freeze/thaw event - no bueno.

Sometimes it's easier to beg for forgiveness than to ask for permission. Unless the signs say no bikes, someone of authority will have to stop me to get to stop riding there. Enjoy it while you can, gray area/lack of enforcement is not going to last forever.

Not for my bike but for the car I want one that says: My other vehicle is a Watt Wagons.

Been snowboarding for almost 30 yrs, Ive tried all kinds of gear and whatever keeps me warm enough makes me sweat. Best I can do is a wicking layer to feel less wet.

40F is about my tolerance for riding. Otherwise have to wear too much gear and body gets too hot while face, hands, and feet are freezing. High today, 32F. 😥

2600 on S604 Colt last year, 200 this year. Also 2000 on my WW Hydra this year.

The Duroc 40 rims they use as standard are presta valve. I prefer schrader for my bikes but not a big deal - just bought a pump that fits both and got a little adapter thing that I keep I'm my emergency pack just in case.