Vado SL 5.0 non-EQ
Kickstand was not included
Computer stem mount not included
Just finished first ride:
- Can lock/unlock bike using phone
- Smart ride mode is really good. Can ride for hours without changing power mode or gears; just pedal
- Auto upload to Strava was nice
- Love the pathfinder tires
- Love the clean look without any clutter on cockpit, fenders, rack, bags, bottles etc.
- Futureshock is smooth
- Changed stock saddle to Body Countur Gel and I can live with it
- Didn’t feel need for suspension seatpost yet so going to try without
- Grips feel good compared to v4 so again going to try keeping them
- Lights are bright and good spread. Wires in the front block some
- Simple bell is simple but works
- Comfortable with high step and diamond frame looks neat like any other road/gravel bike
- Stealth look if you can hide TCU
- Motor noise isn’t an issue until you climb hills or go on turbo
- No auto-turn off after timeout. I locked the bike and left only to see that lights were on.
- Did ride over hills and gravel it’s unbelievably smooth and natural
Overall super delighted on Vado SL
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