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  1. apctjb

    Another new TQ motor: hpr40

    The TQ50 with 360WH is only a couple lbs heavier than the TQ40 with 290, so I guess in theory could get the weight down to about 24.5-25lbs with lighter wheels, seat, and stem/bars
  2. apctjb

    Another new TQ motor: hpr40

    Yes, the Fastlane 56 comes with the Syncros 100m stem, 6 degree. So that adds considerable reach to what I am currently riding. You right I can purchase a Syncros 80mm, but they are not cheap ontop of spending 8k for the bike.
  3. apctjb

    Another new TQ motor: hpr40

    Nice looking bike at a great price. Are you happy with the 1x12- 10-44T drive train? That sounds good for mountain bike but seems like it would force using assist when climbing? 28 lbs is +4.5lbs/2kg heavier than the Fastlane. To an analog rider/weight weenie like myself that seems like a...
  4. apctjb

    Another new TQ motor: hpr40

    Yea the IC cockpit looks cool but a pain for fitting. I can get the stack I need with the Fastlane but it comes with 50mm greater reach. I will look at the BMC Amp, I assume that is a heavier bike than Fastlane or Canyon?
  5. apctjb

    Another new TQ motor: hpr40

    Great advise! If I want a lightweight TQ40 bike, today/tomorrow limits my choice to the Scott Fastlane . If I am willing to wait Canyon supposedly available this summer and Obrea in the fall . Yako you have ridden a lot these bikes. Is there one that you would recommend above the others for...
  6. apctjb

    Another new TQ motor: hpr40

    Great input, thank you. I wish a test ride was an option but no dealers in my area are stocking these so it will be a sight unseen online purchase.
  7. apctjb

    Another new TQ motor: hpr40

    For the past year I have been following this thread and intrigued by the latest generation of lightweight e-road bikes like the Canyon Endurace Onfly and Scott Fastlane with the TQ40 drive. The Fastlane is now available in the US (and I hear the Onfly will be available by summer) and very...
  8. apctjb

    Help deciding when to switch to an ebike?

    I’m a 70-year-old road cyclist still riding a analog bike and trying to maintain or improve fitness. Typical rides are 40–60 miles with ~3,000 ft of climbing. I’m intrigued by the latest generation of lightweight e-road bikes (TQ40 drives, smaller battery packs) but worry they might not push...
  9. apctjb

    Another new TQ motor: hpr40

    Thanks, I watched your review, beautiful bike. Have you gotten the chance to put any miles on it yet?
  10. apctjb

    Another new TQ motor: hpr40

    The new TQ40 bikes look amazing! Any suggestions on where to try and buy in the US or better to wait a little while longer as more brands incorporate this mid drive?
  11. apctjb

    a very brief review of a new bike (scott addict rc eride)

    Looks like the new Scott Addict with TQ 40 motor has been released.
  12. apctjb

    Another new TQ motor: hpr40

    Welcome and thanks for sharing your observations. Looking forward to further insights as you continue to ride your new bike.
  13. apctjb

    Another new TQ motor: hpr40

    I will, she will be trilled to hear that. She probably weights 50kg on a 12kg bike, so just a little lighter...
  14. apctjb

    Another new TQ motor: hpr40

    Funny story. For her 80th birthday my aunt asked if I would join her doing her favorite ride (Mt Adams loop 53miles/3500'). She rode her Pinarello with a TQ50, me my analog Emonda. She made it no problem with 40% battery capacity remaining, whereas I felt fully depleted after trying to keep up...
  15. apctjb

    Another new TQ motor: hpr40

    No , first I heard of it. 8.5kg...amazing, curious to understand how they can achieve that. The TQ is lighter, but not by that much..
  16. apctjb

    Another new TQ motor: hpr40

    Excellent, thanks. It will be interesting to see if other brands (Scott, Orbea, etc.) using the X-20 switch to TQ for road bikes and beat Canyon to the US market.
  17. apctjb

    Another new TQ motor: hpr40

    @Yako; If you have further conversations with TQ or Canyon perhaps you could tease out of them when a TQ40 equipped road bike will be available in the US (or Canada)? Itching to get one after watching your review...
  18. apctjb

    Another new TQ motor: hpr40

    Great review, worth the watch. Has me rethinking the Scott eRide with X-20 in favor of a TQ40 bike, hopefully some will make it across the pond soon.
  19. apctjb

    Another new TQ motor: hpr40

    Yes for sure, I rode a friends Pinarello with TQ50 and watching rider power and motor power was fascinating... Clearly not an Musk offspring (or I would buy an Addict eRide and Canyon Endurace ;)), apctjb was my AOL username and for some reason I have used it ever since. (Anyone else old enough...
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