OldNSlow
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I picked up my 2018 S Duro Trekking 9 from @sandiegoflyrides on September 30. I had a great experience with Max and the team there.
I have the Large Frame, I'm 6' and a 32" inseam. It fits well, but honestly I probably should have gone down to a Medium or a low step. The seat post is at the bottom, so no room for accessory straps, but I won't be bombing mountain trails, so not too worried about stand over height.
The seat post is the new version of the Kinnect post. So far I'm liking it. I'm riding mostly pot holed bike lanes and the San Luis Rey River Trail.
The bike arrived with a cracked rack. It was cracked at the rear seam of the rack and the rear light was toast too. Haibike shipped a new unit out right away. But that rear seam still seems like a weak point with only a spot weld to hold the two halves together.
SDFR updated the Bosch software when I picked it up, so I have the eMTB mode and walk assist. I use mostly eMTB and turbo if it's a steep hill or I'm pooped. I also swapped the stock pedals with better alloy platform pedals. I've also flipped the stem over to give a flatter riding position. I may end up going with a bit longer extension as well.
Haven't had a chance for really long rides yet, so I can't comment on battery life. I'm taking it with me on my trip to Oregon next month so I'll get some miles in there in cooler weather. Right now it's 91 in our backyard here in Oceanside. Sheesh.
I've got an XLC adapter plate on order and just got a Banjo Bro's Market pannier. I'm hoping this becomes our second car, especially next year when we move to Oregon full time.
I have the Large Frame, I'm 6' and a 32" inseam. It fits well, but honestly I probably should have gone down to a Medium or a low step. The seat post is at the bottom, so no room for accessory straps, but I won't be bombing mountain trails, so not too worried about stand over height.
The seat post is the new version of the Kinnect post. So far I'm liking it. I'm riding mostly pot holed bike lanes and the San Luis Rey River Trail.
The bike arrived with a cracked rack. It was cracked at the rear seam of the rack and the rear light was toast too. Haibike shipped a new unit out right away. But that rear seam still seems like a weak point with only a spot weld to hold the two halves together.
SDFR updated the Bosch software when I picked it up, so I have the eMTB mode and walk assist. I use mostly eMTB and turbo if it's a steep hill or I'm pooped. I also swapped the stock pedals with better alloy platform pedals. I've also flipped the stem over to give a flatter riding position. I may end up going with a bit longer extension as well.
Haven't had a chance for really long rides yet, so I can't comment on battery life. I'm taking it with me on my trip to Oregon next month so I'll get some miles in there in cooler weather. Right now it's 91 in our backyard here in Oceanside. Sheesh.
I've got an XLC adapter plate on order and just got a Banjo Bro's Market pannier. I'm hoping this becomes our second car, especially next year when we move to Oregon full time.