I had a Colnago with 26mm Vittoria tires on it. Really nice tire. Then I rode a gravel bike with high quality 42mm tires on it, a more road-oriented large tire. What a difference. There are so many really nice, big tires out now that I cannot see me ever going below 30mm again.
Specialized Turbo Creo 28mph Electric Road Bike
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Yesterday I did a bit of exploring on the Juan Bautista De Anza National Historic Trail that runs through our area of southern Arizona. It's a gravel trail, some sections are smooth while others are real sketchy. I rode 16 miles at an average speed of 9 mph and when I got home I found I had 97% of the battery left! If I could be that efficient on the road at an average 16 mph I could get almost 500 miles out of the Creo battery. That aint gonna happen. LOL
Sean McIllwain
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Back in November, I ordered an XS Creo Expert. It was scheduled to be delivered in March, and to my surprise, it arrived on March 13.
I've now put over 100 miles on my new Creo, and here are my impressions:
—The range is IMPRESSIVE. I am getting 3.5 miles/wh on some of Boulder's classic climbs IN SPORT MODE (granted I am a very small rider, 128 Ibs). With the Range Extender, it’ll take some heroic rides for me to use it all up.
—It's extremely well balanced and light (28 lbs without pedals). I felt very comfortable on my first ride.
—The Future Shock is miraculous. The bumps in the road just disappear.
—The ability to have MY power viewed on my Garmin is wonderful (like getting a free power meter).
—I love the 1x setup. I realize this is a personal preference, but I have not missed the 2nd chainring. And I am a spinner to boot.
—The motor is not whisper quiet. It's not loud, by any means, but you're most likely not going to stealthily cruise by someone.
I've been cycling for over 30 years, and can't even begin to count the bikes I’ve owned. This Creo, however, may just be the best (and most fun) I’ve ever ridden.
I've now put over 100 miles on my new Creo, and here are my impressions:
—The range is IMPRESSIVE. I am getting 3.5 miles/wh on some of Boulder's classic climbs IN SPORT MODE (granted I am a very small rider, 128 Ibs). With the Range Extender, it’ll take some heroic rides for me to use it all up.
—It's extremely well balanced and light (28 lbs without pedals). I felt very comfortable on my first ride.
—The Future Shock is miraculous. The bumps in the road just disappear.
—The ability to have MY power viewed on my Garmin is wonderful (like getting a free power meter).
—I love the 1x setup. I realize this is a personal preference, but I have not missed the 2nd chainring. And I am a spinner to boot.
—The motor is not whisper quiet. It's not loud, by any means, but you're most likely not going to stealthily cruise by someone.
I've been cycling for over 30 years, and can't even begin to count the bikes I’ve owned. This Creo, however, may just be the best (and most fun) I’ve ever ridden.
e-levity
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3.5 miles/wh x 320Wh battery = 1120 miles. That is IMPRESSIVE! "Some heroic rides" indeed.—The range is IMPRESSIVE. I am getting 3.5 miles/wh on some of Boulder's classic climbs IN SPORT MODE (granted I am a very small rider, 128 Ibs). With the Range Extender, it’ll take some heroic rides for me to use it all up.
Did you forget to turn the bike on, or has a decimal point been misplaced???
Sean McIllwain
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Yikes. 1120 miles would awesome! 
Should be 3.5Wh/mile. That's 91+ miles with lots of climbing in Sport mode.
Thanks for catching that!
Should be 3.5Wh/mile. That's 91+ miles with lots of climbing in Sport mode.
Thanks for catching that!
e-levity
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That's impressive. Both you and the bike have a good Power:Weight ratio!
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Deacon Blues
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I love the color of that Comp EVO.
A couple of weeks ago I test rode a Creo SL Expert and SL Comp E5 (aluminum frame) back-to-back. The only difference I could feel between the two bikes, besides the beautiful Di2 shifting, was the aluminum model's noticeably stiffer ride in the rear and the carbon bike seemed easier to ride up really steep hills. Yes, 4 pounds weight difference was noticeable.
I loved the Future Shock. The front end felt awesome on both models.
A couple of weeks ago I test rode a Creo SL Expert and SL Comp E5 (aluminum frame) back-to-back. The only difference I could feel between the two bikes, besides the beautiful Di2 shifting, was the aluminum model's noticeably stiffer ride in the rear and the carbon bike seemed easier to ride up really steep hills. Yes, 4 pounds weight difference was noticeable.
I loved the Future Shock. The front end felt awesome on both models.
Sean McIllwain
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Beautiful!
Deacon Blues
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Looks like someone liked this color enough to change it from a gravel to road bike.
I don't blame them-awesome color.
PaD
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There is an EVO with Di2 - Turbo Creo SL Expert EVO
Turbo Creo SL Expert EVO
What is it about gravel that's so appealing? Is it the break from hectic city streets and cars? Is it the audible crunch of rocks beneath your tires? Or...
Yes this is Turbo Creo SL Comp Carbon EVO and I converted it to road use, because a love the color.
-Wheelset: DT Swiss HGC 1400 Spline 42 HYBRID Carbon Boost
-Tires: Vittoria Corsa G2.0 32mm
Deacon Blues exactly that...
Stock handlebars that puts shifters in this outward position looks strange, so I change it with normal Carbon one, that I have lying around. Dropper post with 5cm is just useless, so this looks much more sleeker, even if you would do some gravel with different wheels and proper gravel tires..
Stock bar tape is padded that is correct, but not very good for road use, it gets socuk up with sweat in the summer heat and don't offer much grip. Original 10 EUR bar tape was the first thing than went to the trash. This has now a proper durable bar tape, with lots of grip all my customers loves it.
For "gravel" I build this:
Specialized Turbo Levo 2020
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How did I forget the Expert line! Thak you for correcting me. Cheers!There is an EVO with Di2 - Turbo Creo SL Expert EVO
Turbo Creo SL Expert EVO
What is it about gravel that's so appealing? Is it the break from hectic city streets and cars? Is it the audible crunch of rocks beneath your tires? Or...www.specialized.com
It looks excellent! I am loving my flat black E5 but love that color on yours!Yes this is Turbo Creo SL Comp Carbon EVO and I converted it to road use, because a love the color.
-Wheelset: DT Swiss HGC 1400 Spline 42 HYBRID Carbon Boost
-Tires: Vittoria Corsa G2.0 32mm
Deacon Blues exactly that...
Stock handlebars that puts shifters in this outward position looks strange, so I change it with normal Carbon one, that I have lying around. Dropper post with 5cm is just useless, so this looks much more sleeker, even if you would do some gravel with different wheels and proper gravel tires..
Stock bar tape is padded that is correct, but not very good for road use, it gets socuk up with sweat in the summer heat and don't offer much grip. So this 10 EUR bar tape was the first thing than went to the trash. This has now a proper durable bar tape, with lots of grip all my customers loves it.
For "gravel" I build this:
Specialized Turbo Levo 2020
Stefan Mikes
Gravel e-biker
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- Mazovia, PL
I love it!
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