e bike newbie from the home of the Super Bowl champs

[JeffC57]

Hi Everyone!

I just got my first e bike yesterday. It's a Specialized Vado 5 SL EQ. I was sold on the ride because it handles very much like my old analog bike (Specialized Sirrus 3.0). I'm 63 and still want a bit of a workout when I ride and an SL e bike gives me just the push I need.

Besides having an NFL MVP quarterback, KC is very bike friendly for a midwestern town. There a many miles of asphalt and concrete bike bike trails that follow the creeks. A hybrid bike works well on these trails.

The review here on the Vado 4 SL EQ was very helpful in selecting this bike. I selected the 5 because I liked the ride better with the carbon fork and spring handlebars. Having the bike computer installed and properly set up was also a plus. Props to my local B&M bike shop (Erik's) for setting everything up on my new ride (and phone) and making the buying experience a positive one.

I only have about 40 miles on it but so far, everything is working great. There was still 40% in the tank after those 40 mile so I don't think I'll be suffering from range anxiety.

Safe riding and health to all.

Jeff C

 

[harryS]

Good looking bike! I forgot who won the Superbowl, so I clicked on your post. Happy riding!

 

[Bigal1463]

Welcome Jeff, that’s a fine looking bike you have there. Good luck and have fun riding.

 

[Sierratim]

So, Super Bowl Champs. You must be from Pittsburg or Boston.

Oh, Kansas City. You mean the current champs, not the most champs!

Just kidding...

Great bike. Enjoy!

 

[BarryS]

Hi Everyone!

I just got my first e bike yesterday. It's a Specialized Vado 5 SL EQ. I was sold on the ride because it handles very much like my old analog bike (Specialized Sirrus 3.0). I'm 63 and still want a bit of a workout when I ride and an SL e bike gives me just the push I need.

Besides having an NFL MVP quarterback, KC is very bike friendly for a midwestern town. There a many miles of asphalt and concrete bike bike trails that follow the creeks. A hybrid bike works well on these trails.

The review here on the Vado 4 SL EQ was very helpful in selecting this bike. I selected the 5 because I liked the ride better with the carbon fork and spring handlebars. Having the bike computer installed and properly set up was also a plus. Props to my local B&M bike shop (Erik's) for setting everything up on my new ride (and phone) and making the buying experience a positive one.

I only have about 40 miles on it but so far, everything is working great. There was still 40% in the tank after those 40 mile so I don't think I'll be suffering from range anxiety.

Safe riding and health to all.

Jeff CView attachment 63096

Is this the Same Erik's that's located in WI ? I'm going there next week , but it's a 9 hour round trip : In Michigan where I am located there's just nothing at all anywhere

 

[JeffC57]

Is this the Same Erik's that's located in WI ? I'm going there next week , but it's a 9 hour round trip : In Michigan where I am located there's just nothing at all anywhere

They are a chain of bike stores in the Midwest. We have 2 in the KC area. You can check their stock online. As I understand it, they can move stock between stores as necessary. When the Vado SL piqued my interest, I could see what variants (4 EQ SL and 5 EQ SL) in my frame size were available in town. My LBS had the 5 and I really liked it (and Court said it was worth the extra money) so it worked out well for me. Good luck with your search. I think these bikes can be hard to find.

 

[BarryS]

They are a chain of bike stores in the Midwest. We have 2 in the KC area. You can check their stock online. As I understand it, they can move stock between stores as necessary. When the Vado SL piqued my interest, I could see what variants (4 EQ SL and 5 EQ SL) in my frame size were available in town. My LBS had the 5 and I really liked it (and Court said it was worth the extra money) so it worked out well for me. Good luck with your search. I think these bikes can be hard to find.

My main concern is geometry : Bikes from Trek like teh Dual Sport work well. The FX is just to small Regardless of Sizing