onethinline
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Hey all. Decided to get a bike again after about a decade without one. A friend sold me pretty well on the idea of an ebike, so I’ve spent the past week going down that research rabbit hole. The bike will be for my commute to and from work (about 5 miles round trip), but also as a flexible way to get around the city and have more urban adventures. I like a sportier, more forward riding position, and lighter, simpler bikes are appealing.
I‘ve done a handful of test rides now, and I think I’ve narrowed it down to either a Gazelle CityZen T10 Speed, or a Riese & Muller Roadster. I’m leaning toward the CityZen because it’s available within a few weeks and costs several thousand less, whereas the Riese & Muller will take 6-8 weeks with expedited air shipping, plus extra cost. Given I don’t have any bike at all right now, availability does have some weight for me. (I was also looking at the new Trek Allant+ series, but it looks like preorders for those are arriving early 2020.)
With the CityZen, I think I’d have the shop add the suspension seat post, because the ride was a bit rough otherwise. And comfort is one thing the R&M Roadster has going for it. Otherwise, seems like the same Bosch system, both well-made, etc. I also like the looks of the Gazelle more.
I also enjoyed a test ride of the Stromer ST1 X, but seeing so many mentions of reliability issues (even the shop confirmed these come in more than Bosch system bikes) made me pretty hesitant there.
I’m planning on buying from New Wheel here in SF since I like their service plans (including roadside assistance), and they’ve been great so far. But: any thoughts or advice on my thinking here?
I‘ve done a handful of test rides now, and I think I’ve narrowed it down to either a Gazelle CityZen T10 Speed, or a Riese & Muller Roadster. I’m leaning toward the CityZen because it’s available within a few weeks and costs several thousand less, whereas the Riese & Muller will take 6-8 weeks with expedited air shipping, plus extra cost. Given I don’t have any bike at all right now, availability does have some weight for me. (I was also looking at the new Trek Allant+ series, but it looks like preorders for those are arriving early 2020.)
With the CityZen, I think I’d have the shop add the suspension seat post, because the ride was a bit rough otherwise. And comfort is one thing the R&M Roadster has going for it. Otherwise, seems like the same Bosch system, both well-made, etc. I also like the looks of the Gazelle more.
I also enjoyed a test ride of the Stromer ST1 X, but seeing so many mentions of reliability issues (even the shop confirmed these come in more than Bosch system bikes) made me pretty hesitant there.
I’m planning on buying from New Wheel here in SF since I like their service plans (including roadside assistance), and they’ve been great so far. But: any thoughts or advice on my thinking here?