Yes, ABUS options are easily available in US and can be put there, but cost-wise it is higher than just ordering the single chain extension. So I went with it.
They are great, but price wise out of range for many people.
They are owned by the same company, but cross-compatibility between Kryptonite and AXA parts is questionable. Do you have some specific part you are looking for compatibility with AXA. Extension chain for the frame lock? Can you share the link?
Hi Nonlinear, I'm from Canada and also very much like this bike. Are there any issues with ordering the C380+ version. Having it shipped to an American address. Picking it up there and driving it back to Canada? Thanks.
Hi, I thought about that too since I live in Vancouver, and it's only about a 45 minute drive to the US. I think it could be possible, but I'm afraid of issues at the border. I'm not sure what I would do if the border people don't let the bike through!
I don't think it is illegal to own the Class 3 bike in Canada. It might be illegal to ride it in public spaces, but owning one should be fine. So I don't think you will have troubles on the border.
Well, the border would need to be open for starters. I'd be very surprised if the US doesn't extend the border restrictions again on October 20th.
Gazelle does not ship bikes. They only sell through dealers and dealers are not allowed to just ship, have to be there in person for fitting trial etc. They want people to know bikes and be happy and are not just an internet startup company.
Well, this is not exactly true - I got my C380+ from dealer (Propel) via shipment. Yes, it was prepared for me with customizations I asked for, but you don't need to have a dealer nearby to order one and get it delivered to your home in the almost assembled state. This would be very strange requirement to pick up the bike in person as the only option available (no delivery).
Gazelle does not allow that from their dealers unless you were there in person first. That’s their rules for dealers.
For me this was 2nd Gazelle bike from Propel and I did a test ride before ordering, so probably this is why they offer me this option. Anyway, this is not a problem, @c2Crusher will just need to go to the US dealer himself first (or can ask a US friend to do this and then order the bike to the US address).
Yes I have thought of that issue also. But I have heard that you can buy stickers that you can affix to the bike stating it is a Class 1 or 2 or whatever you want.
If what you state is correct and I think you are. I will be ordering the USA version having it shipped to a relative in the states and picking it up there and just declaring it at the border.
I think you are correct. However, I believe we have a Bosch facility here in Toronto. If I needed service I would be willing to pay out of pocket.
mine is great now too. I adjusted the seat height and I shift differently and now everything just sort of works like a charm.
Yes, same experience. Taking into account Enviolo shifting is also slow (you have to rotate the shifter, which is not fast at all, comparing to i.e. pressing the shifter in the derailleur setup. Overall, Enviolo hub became quite a noticeable point of annoyance (i.e. I also hate you can't really shift all way down during stop - when bike is not moving, Enviolo only provides very limited range for shifting). Going to upgrade my bike with Kindernay VII soon and hope to get rig of major hub relates issues.
So aside from you not liking how the Enviolo shifts, you definitely also see the delayed assist cutoff as making it much worse?
