FlatSix911
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Congratulations on confirming the solution for the plus-size tires & frame on the full-suspension BH bikes. Photos would be great!
Are you telling me you are carrying the spare battery in a backpack?!
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Congratulations on confirming the solution for the plus-size tires & frame on the full-suspension BH bikes. Photos would be great!
steve mercier
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I use the Klickfix stuff from Germany. To find examples goto Rosebikes and type in Racktime or Klickfix or Rixen kaul etc... : https://www.rosebikes.com/
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bikeman242
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Congratulations on confirming the solution for the plus-size tires & frame on the full-suspension BH bikes. Photos would be great!
I'll get some pics. To be clear, the quality on this Tetra Rack is not nearly as good as the Old Man Mountain rack that I have on the front, but OMM won't have a rear rack available for BH for a few months. So its a temporary fix.
steve mercier
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Your welcome
bikeman242
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Thanks a lot for your help. I bought it because of your measurements - would not have otherwise! Much appreciated.
Do you think these items will work with the Tetra Rack?
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Talis Plus - racktime SYSTEM BAGS
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steve mercier
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Yes good choice...my wife has the Talus and she is very happy with it. I prefer the Rixen Kaul stuff though and the one you chose looks good. Talus has more style but the Rixen kaul seems a bit more ruggedThanks a lot for your help. I bought it because of your measurements - would not have otherwise! Much appreciated.
Do you think these items will work with the Tetra Rack?
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Talis Plus - racktime SYSTEM BAGS
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steve mercier
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You do not want the UNIKLIP system adapter ,you want the KLICKFIX RACKTIME adapter version. It needs to have this type adapter on the bottom or just buy one of these and make your own box.
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I've just ordered Topeak TetraRack M2. Let us see how that works on my Trance. I plan a real mountain trip with the e-MTB in the Polish Table Mountains and Owl Mountains for July 24-26th.
Not only each trip would be pretty long but also the elevation gain is expected to be significant. I may be forced to carry the spare battery, and -- unfortunately -- a U-lock, not even mentioning water bottles, snacks and water-proof clothes. Perhaps some photo gear could be taken as well. (Yes, I know the TetraRack can handle up to 12 kg, so I need to be careful).
I'm excited since I treat that very trip as my birthday present (July 22nd).
Not only each trip would be pretty long but also the elevation gain is expected to be significant. I may be forced to carry the spare battery, and -- unfortunately -- a U-lock, not even mentioning water bottles, snacks and water-proof clothes. Perhaps some photo gear could be taken as well. (Yes, I know the TetraRack can handle up to 12 kg, so I need to be careful).
I'm excited since I treat that very trip as my birthday present (July 22nd).
If you are going to visit Ziemia Kłodzka - I strongly recommend Singletrack Glacensis. One of the biggest singletrack systems in Europe (200 km), brand new, great condition, accessible for every rider with minimum MTB experience. My picks (assuming you are relatively new to MTB) would be: Ostoja (Masyw Śnieżnika) , Jagodna (Góry Bystrzyckie) or Brzozowie - all loops there except Everest which requires some skill (Góry Stołowe). If you prefer something closer to Góry Sowie try Łaszczowa (impressive altitude gain, perfect for e-bike).
If you have real MTB skill you can try Wilcza or even Enduro Trails in Srebrna Góra (for beginners/medium skilled riders: Polak Potrafi - uphill MTB trail perfect for e-MTB, Romet D-Line - to go down, some skill required). Other trails in Srebrna Góra require real enduro skills.
Being in this area and not trying Singletracks Glacensis would be the biggest mistake imaginable for e-biker. Try just one and you will immediately like to ride them all.
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I will be riding in this area 19-24/07 (on the pictures - not me - the guy behind this system)...
Góry Sowie - not so special. Don't miss Góry Stołowe, they are unique. If you want easy ride (with one steep climb - ca. 200m horizontally, nothing to be worried about) around them try (marked bike paths):
If you plan well, you will not need a spare battery for a day trip. Using standard mode I'm able to ride 50km on 500Wh battery no matter the altitude gain. The trip on the map above requires much less. On Glacensis you can plan to leave your car with spare battery on the forest parking on the intersection of the loops and execute 8-pattern. Check Mapy.cz app with the option for automated MTB routing.
If you have real MTB skill you can try Wilcza or even Enduro Trails in Srebrna Góra (for beginners/medium skilled riders: Polak Potrafi - uphill MTB trail perfect for e-MTB, Romet D-Line - to go down, some skill required). Other trails in Srebrna Góra require real enduro skills.
Being in this area and not trying Singletracks Glacensis would be the biggest mistake imaginable for e-biker. Try just one and you will immediately like to ride them all.
Link
I will be riding in this area 19-24/07 (on the pictures - not me - the guy behind this system)...
Góry Sowie - not so special. Don't miss Góry Stołowe, they are unique. If you want easy ride (with one steep climb - ca. 200m horizontally, nothing to be worried about) around them try (marked bike paths):
If you plan well, you will not need a spare battery for a day trip. Using standard mode I'm able to ride 50km on 500Wh battery no matter the altitude gain. The trip on the map above requires much less. On Glacensis you can plan to leave your car with spare battery on the forest parking on the intersection of the loops and execute 8-pattern. Check Mapy.cz app with the option for automated MTB routing.
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Stefan Mikes
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Thank you so much @Steku!
Since I can only ride there for two days (my base will be at Nowa Ruda but I can drive my e-bike with a car up to a chosen place), I was thinking of these two routes:
July 25th: Szczytna -> Kręgielny Trakt -> Karłów -> Szosa Stu Zakrętów -> Kudowa -> Jeleniów -> Dańczów -> Gołaszów -> Kulin -> Słoszów -> Złotno -> Szczytna.
en.mapy.cz
July 26th: Nowa Ruda -> Wolibórz -> Przełęcz Woliborska -> Kalenica -> Zygmuntówka -> Wielka Sowa -> Cesarska Droga -> Srebrna Droga -> Sokolec -> Jugów -> Nowa Ruda.
en.mapy.cz
Let me explain myself: I'm not an MTBer, just a cycling tourist who happens to ride Giant Trance E+. I'd like to ride super-easy trails but am not afraid of climbing. I'm afraid of the battery range and of technical trails, especially ones requiring steep downhill ride. Could you tell me whether my planned routes are OK or would you draw routes for me (I prefer http://en.mapy.cz)
Any help gladly welcomed!
Besides, I'll be in Nowa Ruda (Parkowa at Strzelecka 4) from 24th. Any chance for a meet?
Since I can only ride there for two days (my base will be at Nowa Ruda but I can drive my e-bike with a car up to a chosen place), I was thinking of these two routes:
July 25th: Szczytna -> Kręgielny Trakt -> Karłów -> Szosa Stu Zakrętów -> Kudowa -> Jeleniów -> Dańczów -> Gołaszów -> Kulin -> Słoszów -> Złotno -> Szczytna.
Mapy.cz
Nejpoužívanější mapový portál v ČR s celou řadou tématických map - základní, turistickou, cyklistickou, dopravní a plno dalších. Nabízí možnost reálného leteckého, panoramatického nebo 3D pohledu. Rozsáhlé množství obsahu, firem a turistických bodů zájmu. Umožňuje vyhledávání, plánování tras...
en.mapy.cz
July 26th: Nowa Ruda -> Wolibórz -> Przełęcz Woliborska -> Kalenica -> Zygmuntówka -> Wielka Sowa -> Cesarska Droga -> Srebrna Droga -> Sokolec -> Jugów -> Nowa Ruda.
Mapy.cz
Nejpoužívanější mapový portál v ČR s celou řadou tématických map - základní, turistickou, cyklistickou, dopravní a plno dalších. Nabízí možnost reálného leteckého, panoramatického nebo 3D pohledu. Rozsáhlé množství obsahu, firem a turistických bodů zájmu. Umožňuje vyhledávání, plánování tras...
en.mapy.cz
Let me explain myself: I'm not an MTBer, just a cycling tourist who happens to ride Giant Trance E+. I'd like to ride super-easy trails but am not afraid of climbing. I'm afraid of the battery range and of technical trails, especially ones requiring steep downhill ride. Could you tell me whether my planned routes are OK or would you draw routes for me (I prefer http://en.mapy.cz)
Any help gladly welcomed!
Besides, I'll be in Nowa Ruda (Parkowa at Strzelecka 4) from 24th. Any chance for a meet?
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steve mercier
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It is working well for me. I have put the spare batteries in panniers now instead of on top of the rack. The are in pockets to keep the batteries from moving around and I padded the bike side of the batteries with 1" foam. I like having the weight down lower much better.
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@steve mercier,
Steve, big big big thanks to you! It works!
TOPEAK Tetra Rack M2. Super easy setup.
The Ortlieb Bike-Packer Classic fits well, although some protective tape will have to be used against scratching.
Steve, big big big thanks to you! It works!
TOPEAK Tetra Rack M2. Super easy setup.
The Ortlieb Bike-Packer Classic fits well, although some protective tape will have to be used against scratching.
steve mercier
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Cool ! Yes I am quite happy with mine too. I think it is best to balance the weight as much as possible between the bags to make certain the load does not try to shift. Also I switched to a 2.6" instead of 2.8" rear tire for more clearance. I only did this because the casing was blown on the Maxxis Recon and needed to be replaced anyway.
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Mine were 2.6" as the stock tyres. No clearance problems!
steve mercier
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These Ergon Ga 3 grips are nice...thumbs up!
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I'm using GP3. Like 'em little bar ends
steve mercier
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Yes I have those also. These are in a sweet spot between the mountain bike grips and the Gp3sI'm using GP3. Like 'em little bar ends
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I've found and bought (and it has already been delivered to me) the most brilliant invention ever:
Ortlieb Vario.
QL2.1 dual backpack/pannier. Will post some photos soon.
Ortlieb Vario.
QL2.1 dual backpack/pannier. Will post some photos soon.
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Ortlieb Vario
The only weakness is the lack of the bottom hook, so the pannier should be stabilised against the rack with some sort of Velcro tape. A Giant EnergyPak battery (46 cm/18" long) is inside the bag! Ortlieb Commuter Insert is there, too.
The only weakness is the lack of the bottom hook, so the pannier should be stabilised against the rack with some sort of Velcro tape. A Giant EnergyPak battery (46 cm/18" long) is inside the bag! Ortlieb Commuter Insert is there, too.
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carsonjones
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I'm going to be carrying an extra Powertube 500wh with me also for longer rides (200 km +) and am leaning towards this setup on my Synapse Neo 1. Wondering how the width of this battery / bag combo is and whether or not your legs / knees hit it while pedalling?
