CrossCurrent Air first...now Dillenger Opia for commuter

[sucka free]

Hi all

I went from a CrossCurrent Air (the new 500w version) to an electric folder, Dillenger Opia. I kind of wish I went the folder route first but I didn't have a frame of reference. Do I regret the CrossCurrent? Not really but it isn't what I need for a 4 mile round trip (mainly flat but with a hill descent to start/ascent to end). If anything, it's too much bike for my planned use.

Are there other newbies (or established riders) who felt like their first bike was merely a test bed to determine what was right for them?

 

[Gogogordy]

My first folder was a standard (non elec) folder and now my first ebike os also a folder. Still have and enjoy my pedal only bike and my ebike as well.

The folder replaced my beach cruiser....I'm over it!

 

[sucka free]

This Opia is pretty sweet so far. Wished it had disc vs V brakes but it's an aesthetic thing to me. And for less than 800 bucks it's such a great deal.

But I have a few non- ebikes (single speed Trek Soho, 20 speed Fuji Tread, nexus 8 frankenbike) but wanted an option to get to work without being sweaty. The Air is great but again, overkill.

 

[Gogogordy]

If it makes you feel any better, The Tern e-link ($2000) also has v-brakes. Unless they are hydraulic discs the cable ones vs v-brakes dont perform any better IMO. The Tern also has that Nexus hub, and its sweet.

I have a Magnum Premium 48, my first ebike. So far quite happy with it.

Love your avatar...

 

[sucka free]

I agree. Mechanical disc brakes to me are equivalent to v brakes. Either way, I am liking this Opia (just went for a quick spin) and it is pretty simple as a whole. Oh, I think the only thing I'd change is the six speed derailleur s. I think I will try a 1 x 10 for kicks.

 

[bob armani]

Hi all

I went from a CrossCurrent Air (the new 500w version) to an electric folder, Dillenger Opia. I kind of wish I went the folder route first but I didn't have a frame of reference. Do I regret the CrossCurrent? Not really but it isn't what I need for a 4 mile round trip (mainly flat but with a hill descent to start/ascent to end). If anything, it's too much bike for my planned use.

Are there other newbies (or established riders) who felt like their first bike was merely a test bed to determine what was right for them?

Hello Suka- Yes to the answer to your question. I totally got lucky on my 1st choice. I took a risk and had my ebike delivered without a test ride. Price was a great bargain. Thankfully, my decision worked out to be great! I have about 700 miles on it and it has performed incredibly well (2015 BH EM Jet). Now with 2018 coming , I can get a 2nd ebike after a test ride with more bells and whistles and use my current bike as a backup. Ride Safe!