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Yes, well I’m not lazy and have two conventional bikes. But I am pushing 70, my wife is a fair bit younger and fit, and we live in a hilly area.looks a clear cut case to me. One day you will- hopefully- face the same issuesDazzler21 said:Real bikes are the way forward. Just sayin.
Electric bikes are for the lazy or less mobile. They will not convert you to regular cycling.1 -
That’s a very interesting idea, thank you! When I first opened it, I thought, no, that’s a city bike and I need one where I can go on trips with someone who has a conventional bike. Then I read the story of the guy using it for a 100mile run to test the battery.Sensei said:
Hi Richard - Check out the British designed GocyclePragueAddick said:I didnt buy since last posting, since I just wasnt sure how to evaluate the various bikes I tried on very short tests. Instead I waited for our holiday on the German coast where I am now, and rented one for the entire two weeks. Overall, I’m sold. I clocked up 60kms today and no way could I have done that on my standard bike. It’s not hilly here at all but hell’s teeth it’s windy and the e-bike really helps that. I do have a couple of questions though..
- up here all the rented bikes have gears which are integrated in the hub of the rear wheel, whereas all the bikes I tried in Prague have traditional ( derailleur?) gears. What do people think about this?
- this bike is a real heavy tank. Ok it’s a rental bike, but I’m pushing 70 and always had a light frame. Anyone know any brands which turn out relatively lighter bikes?
https://gocycle.com/#intro
Lightweight, very stylish (F1 inspired) and desirable but sadly I'm too heavy to own one so have to rely upon my Tern Vectron.
Like me it's overweight although solid and reliable.
I don’t really go off-road in the down and dirty sense but quite often I might be on a path in woodland that is not paved. Do you think it can put up with that from time to time?Looks like they are available internationally, including Germany so that’s good. I wonder how easily it will be to get it serviced locally if it has so much that is new in the design…0 -
They have changed the public hire bikes to electric in Brighton, I use them all the time and you still need to put some effort into cycling.
Obvs, some bike snobs on here
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As a cyclist, anything that gets people on to bikes, whatever type of bike that is, is a good thing. There are definitely some snobs about though but anything that can get more people on the roads and to improve infrastructure and safety all round is a good thing.Redhenry said:They have changed the public hire bikes to electric in Brighton, I use them all the time and you still need to put some effort into cycling.
Obvs, some bike snobs on here2 -
Got one for sale if anyone’s interested?
Only done about 400 miles.
Top spec battery set.
1.5kw Bafang motor.
Capable of 30mph, should you wish.0 -
Disagree!Dazzler21 said:Real bikes are the way forward. Just sayin.
Electric bikes are for the lazy or less mobile. They will not convert you to regular cycling.
One mate, a regular cyclist, commuing, weekends and holidays, probably doing north of 6k miles a year and in his early 60s, bought one to help with his three times a week commute from Sevenoaks to Bermondsey.
Another bought one to be continue to do a shorter commute - one direction up the North Downs and weekend rides, following leukaemia.
Neither lazy or irregular cyclists!3 -
Well look what I ordered today 😎
I used my mountain bike once since I moved here 12yrs ago as it’s so hilly around here and folk have no idea how to drive safely around cyclists.
I’m pretty much back to full fitness now my Lymes is in remission so I wanted a bike I could use to get to my swim spots as driving there is a no go as the whole place is mobbed.
It’s foldable if I want to stick it in the boot & go for a cycle on the greenways around here. Not too heavy at 38kg. No problem for me.
Really looking forward to getting out and about 🤗3 -
Will you post pics of you doing wheelies, and dodging in and out of traffic 🤣KBslittlesis said:Well look what I ordered today 😎
I used my mountain bike once since I moved here 12yrs ago as it’s so hilly around here and folk have no idea how to drive safely around cyclists.
I’m pretty much back to full fitness now my Lymes is in remission so I wanted a bike I could use to get to my swim spots as driving there is a no go as the whole place is mobbed.
It’s foldable if I want to stick it in the boot & go for a cycle on the greenways around here. Not too heavy at 38kg. No problem for me.
Really looking forward to getting out and about 🤗3 -
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And snatching a few phones.usetobunkin said:
Will you post pics of you doing wheelies, and dodging in and out of traffic 🤣KBslittlesis said:Well look what I ordered today 😎
I used my mountain bike once since I moved here 12yrs ago as it’s so hilly around here and folk have no idea how to drive safely around cyclists.
I’m pretty much back to full fitness now my Lymes is in remission so I wanted a bike I could use to get to my swim spots as driving there is a no go as the whole place is mobbed.
It’s foldable if I want to stick it in the boot & go for a cycle on the greenways around here. Not too heavy at 38kg. No problem for me.
Really looking forward to getting out and about 🤗1 -
Bloody pains in the arses, ridden by rat-boy kids usually with an idiot mate on the back, without crash hats, on the pavements through the village putting the fear of god into decrepit old dog walkers like me.
I blame the parents!1 -
lol we don’t have that kind of nonsense out here in the wilds of west cork, or take out deliveries.
I promise to behave 🤗1 -
Electric bikes need to be regulated. They're effectively mopeds if the speed isn't limited and often ridden by those with no regard for others.
They're an increasing safety issue on towpaths and pavements. If you get hit by one it will do some serious damage.
The Government will do nothing...3 -
Agreed. One of the issues is the way they are used/ridden by many, but not all of the riders.hoof_it_up_to_benty said:Electric bikes need to be regulated. They're effectively mopeds if the speed isn't limited and often ridden by those with no regard for others.
They're an increasing safety issue on towpaths and pavements. If you get hit by one it will do some serious damage.
The Government will do nothing...
Apologies to anyone here who has one and rides sensibly1 -
It’s arrived!
I’ve named him ZZ after our very own Zheng Zi of course 😎
Trouble is I’m unable to test him until Sunday as I was sedated today…….
typical 🫣😩😂😂1 -
They are regulated. A legal e-bike that can be ridden by someone 14 and upwards has a motor limited to 250kw and cuts out at 25 kph (15.5 mph) and assists pedalling. Anything else - more power, speed or does not need pedalling is a motor vehicle and has to comply with legal requirements for motor cycles. That means the rider having a licence, insurance and wears a helmet and the bike is registered, taxed and has an MOT if required. Riding without them is an offence, and safety balaclavas do not count as helmets.hoof_it_up_to_benty said:Electric bikes need to be regulated. They're effectively mopeds if the speed isn't limited and often ridden by those with no regard for others.
They're an increasing safety issue on towpaths and pavements. If you get hit by one it will do some serious damage.
The Government will do nothing...0 -
too many over-riding the top speed and riding them irresponsilblyMasterbrew said:
They are regulated. A legal e-bike that can be ridden by someone 14 and upwards has a motor limited to 250kw and cuts out at 25 kph (15.5 mph) and assists pedalling. Anything else - more power, speed or does not need pedalling is a motor vehicle and has to comply with legal requirements for motor cycles. That means the rider having a licence, insurance and wears a helmet and the bike is registered, taxed and has an MOT if required. Riding without them is an offence, and safety balaclavas do not count as helmets.hoof_it_up_to_benty said:Electric bikes need to be regulated. They're effectively mopeds if the speed isn't limited and often ridden by those with no regard for others.
They're an increasing safety issue on towpaths and pavements. If you get hit by one it will do some serious damage.
The Government will do nothing...0 -
Which is a matter of law enforcement, rather than needing new regulations
too many over-riding the top speed and riding them irresponsilbly1 -
Plus going through red lights, riding on the pavement and going the wrong way on one way streets.🤣usetobunkin said:
Will you post pics of you doing wheelies, and dodging in and out of traffic 🤣KBslittlesis said:Well look what I ordered today 😎
I used my mountain bike once since I moved here 12yrs ago as it’s so hilly around here and folk have no idea how to drive safely around cyclists.
I’m pretty much back to full fitness now my Lymes is in remission so I wanted a bike I could use to get to my swim spots as driving there is a no go as the whole place is mobbed.
It’s foldable if I want to stick it in the boot & go for a cycle on the greenways around here. Not too heavy at 38kg. No problem for me.
Really looking forward to getting out and about 🤗
Oh and I forgot, weaving in and out of crowds of shoppers in pedestrianised shopping centres.😡2 -
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KBslittlesis aside (who I know is most law abiding), they mostly seem to be ridden recklessly by people who are the least likely to ride sensibly, though not such a high percenatage of e-scooter riders0
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Just pedal you lazy herbert!1
