Step-Thru

[Stefan Mikes]

Well maybe it’s just Trek who doesn’t. Didn’t see it on Specialized either.

L - Standover (height)

 

[Latitude]

Great looking step through bikes.

 

[Dallant]

L - Standover (height)

I guarantee you that the Lowstep does not have a 47.6” step-through height.

 

[Dallant]

I guarantee you that the Lowstep does not have a 47.6” step-through height.

On my wife’s Lowstep it’s approximately 16”. Must be cm.

 

[Stefan Mikes]

@Dallant:

Turbo Como 5.0 Low-Entry, size S has the standover height of 534 mm, or 20.02".

Yes, you are right. The Standover Height for Trek Allant+ 7 Lowstep size S is 47.6 cm (18.74"). The Standover Height is measured where the rider is expected to stand with both feet planted on the ground. It is not the lowest point of the bike.

 

[Dallant]

L - Standover (height)

I would argue that’s not the step-through (how high one must raise their foot to step-through the bike frame...my terminology) height. I think that would be a valuable comparison number for many Folks.

 

[Dewey]

Trek have updated the Electra Townie Go! Cruiser line for MY 2021, this top of the line Townie Path Go! 10D EQ model has a frame integrated 500wh battery, Bosch Performance line motor, wide range 11-42t 10-speed cassette, and SmartphoneHub that uses your phone and the COBI app as the display.

 

[e-boy]

If only it didn‘t have the flat foot technology .

 

[Stefan Mikes]

Trek have updated the Electra Townie Go!

Anyone buying a mid-drive e-bike with a chainguard is just asking for trouble.

 

[darksky]

Anyone buying a mid-drive e-bike with a chainguard is just asking for trouble.

I'm new to the world of e-bikes. Please inform me, why is a chainguard bad on a mid-drive?

 

[Stefan Mikes]

I'm new to the world of e-bikes. Please inform me, why is a chainguard bad on a mid-drive?

From time to time, it is necessary to replace the chain (at least the chain) on a mid-drive motor e-bike, as chain wear is quite pronounced there. To replace the chain, you need to remove the chainguard first. In mid-drive motor e-bike, the rider never propels the chainring directly with the cranks; it is done via the motor internal gearing. For this reason, the construction might quite impede chainguard removal; I've heard stories of some Gazelle e-bikes where removing the chainguard could be quite tricky.

You also need to maintain the chain: degrease and lube it. Chainguard creates an obstacle. Finally: sometimes chains snap. Do I need to say more?

Majority of mid-drive motor e-bikes has just a chainring-guard that is easy to remove in the case of the need of chainring replacement, and it does not impede access to the chain in any way. (e-MTBs don't use chainring or chain guards at all; it is a chain-guide at maximum).

 

[Dallant]

Anyone buying a mid-drive e-bike with a chainguard is just asking for trouble.

What’s the big trouble? Seems like it’s just three attachment points to remove.

 

[Stefan Mikes]

What’s the big trouble? Seems like it’s just three attachment points to remove.

Different people have different experience with chainguards. Cowlitz, fooferdoggie and other:

The Terrible Awful Chainguard

Today I decided to tackle the job of cleaning and lubing the chain on my Gazelle Arroyo. I'd been studying it for a while. There is a plastic chainguard that covers the entire chain. This is supposed to protect you and the chain and keep both cleaner. But it took a while for me to figure out...

electricbikereview.com

Chainguard is a hipster thing nowadays. Does any lady ride in very long skirts today? Hardly. Yet any time you need to take care of your chain (not saying anything on chainring replacement), you need to take that goddam thing away...

 

[Dallant]

Different people have different experience with chainguards. Cowlitz, fooferdoggie and other:

The Terrible Awful Chainguard

Today I decided to tackle the job of cleaning and lubing the chain on my Gazelle Arroyo. I'd been studying it for a while. There is a plastic chainguard that covers the entire chain. This is supposed to protect you and the chain and keep both cleaner. But it took a while for me to figure out...

electricbikereview.com

Chainguard is a hipster thing nowadays. Does any lady ride in very long skirts today? Hardly. Yet any time you need to take care of your chain (not saying anything on chainring replacement), you need to take that goddam thing away...

Seems more like a style exercise IMO, at least with the Townie. There’s still the chainring protector even if you took the guard off. I’ve noticed a number of these step-through ebikes do have chain guards.

 

[Dewey]

A chain guard, or better an Hebie chain-glider or a full chain case, is a useful commuting accessory for mid-drive + internal geared hub ebikes that don't use a Gates belt. I use a chain-glider on my BBS01/Nexus-8 IGH and don't get road grime on my trouser/pants leg, and don't need to oil my chain frequently.

 

[e-boy]

Adventure Neo

"Escape the city and the rat-race with the e-bike that beats them all.
Super comfortable, easy to get on and off, intuitive and approachable, with powerful assistance.
This is your new favorite way of getting from here to there and everywhere in between." Cannondale .

https://www.cannondale.com/en-eu/bikes/electric/e-urban/adventure-neo#sort=@msrp descending

 

[e-boy]

Tesoro Neo X3 Remixte​

https://www.cannondale.com/en-us/bikes/electric/e-touring/tesoro-neo-x/tesoro-neo-x-3-remixte-smu?sku=c66421u10s

 

[e-boy]

Canvas NeoRemixte 2​

https://www.cannondale.com/en-us/bi...-neo/canvas-neo-remixte-2-smu?sku=c64270u10sm

 

[Stefan Mikes]

Tesoro Neo X3 Remixte​

https://www.cannondale.com/en-us/bikes/electric/e-touring/tesoro-neo-x/tesoro-neo-x-3-remixte-smu?sku=c66421u10s

Nice!

 

[Dallant]

I guess since we‘re showing ‘stagger’ styles, I’ll throw in a few Trek versions...

Allant+ 7S Stagger - Trek Bikes

Discover your next great ride with Allant+ 7S Stagger. See the bike and visit your local Trek retailer. Shop now!

www.trekbikes.com