I just saw the new 2026 Giant Explore E+ with the 800Wh battery, CUES Di2 electronic shifter.
Any thoughts on this new bike?
Any thoughts on this new bike?
Giant Explore E+ 2026 CUES Di2 - thoughts?
- Thread starter Stefx73
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DaveMatthews
Dave's not here. Cheating since 2018
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- Canada
Haven't heard of Cues specifically, but Di2 seems to get good reviews.
Also like that it comes with a dropper post. I use that a lot.
I have the 800wh battery as well and it gives awesome range.
Aegis Tire Checker looks interesting but I'm not sure I'd really need it? YMMV
I've had good luck with my Giant bikes, and this looks like a seriously fun commuter/adventure machine!
Also like that it comes with a dropper post. I use that a lot.
I have the 800wh battery as well and it gives awesome range.
Aegis Tire Checker looks interesting but I'm not sure I'd really need it? YMMV
I've had good luck with my Giant bikes, and this looks like a seriously fun commuter/adventure machine!
stompandgo
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CUES is a recently released line of components designed for city, e-bike, and utility bikes. Not road, not MTB, not light, not earth shattering. Some say that it replaced Tiagra, but it's better than that. The electronic shifting option of the group is unique, through. It is not standard battery-powered Di2, it's called QAuto. QAuto is a system consisting of an electronic shifting rear derailleur and a rear hub that contains a generator and storage bank, which powers the derailleur. I have yet to see one in person.
