I suppose you could say I might be a Giant. I've narrowed my choices down to a Levo or a Trance. I wanted to get a sense from the giant owners how tuneable the bike is with Giant's app. I know the Levo is quite refined in that area. I've started to wonder if the premium price for the Specialized...
I'm curious did you have a chance to ride the trance before committing to the Stance? If so I'd like to know what your thoughts on the difference between the 2 motors.
Thanks.
Awesome! I was lucky enough to spends a few days in Wanaka back in 2016. You are very fortunate to live in such a beautiful place. One of these days I'm going to find a way to move to the South Island. Just need a windfall of a few million dollars so I can get in.
I assume you mean in stack height. Well that means it is at least 185mm steerer likely closer to 195-200. Bummer the good deal was too good to be true, as they usually are.
I was wondering if any could tell me what stock the starter tube length is on a 2019 aluminum framed xl Levo. I found a fork that’s in the top my list lightly used and want to know if it will fit none of the dealer near me have bikes in stock yet.
Thank you.
Hi all
I haven't seen much posting about how the assist systems differ from brand to brand. I know there are more and more manufacturers adopting the Specialized approach of customization via an app.
I was able finally get a real ride in on an EMTB. I demoed a 2018 Powerfly 7 and the overall...
Right there with you. I have an 05 Montesa 4rt I Paid $3500 for used and DL1000 side car rig I paid $6800 for used. Now I’m looking T ebikes that cost more or nearly as much as my current motorcycles. It’s a bit crazy. I decided I need to invest in my fitness more as I don’t I’ve near as much...
I wrote to Evergreen this weekend about their position on EMTB access
I was pleasantly surprised to get a response at lunch today.
“Brian,
Good timing on the email inquiry, there's lots happening. We just presented options for pilots in 2019 at the WSTC conference to get a snse what...
I wanted to create a place here for Clydesdale riders to post about their collective experiences with EMTB ownership. I came to this forum because I want to find the right EMTB for me being a a borderline super Clyde at 6’5” 255lbs (196cm/115kg) with out riding kit.
How are other the other...
Hi Dave
I too have spent some time on the South Island and I’m envious that you get to call it home. I’m exactly the same height and weigth as you and would like to hear more about how the Levo is working out for you. Here in the USA we are a bit slow on the uptake for EMTBs and the choices are...
Hi @Rob Hancill if I become a patreon does it effect the amount of ads I see on the site? I love the content here and understand that things are not free, but the size of ads has become a bit of a turn off for me. I’m usually viewing from a smartphone so it might be better on a computer. I’d be...
At least in the electronics world “service spare” is synonymous for refurb. It is a serviceable part nothing says it must be new. If you get a hard drive or smartphone replaced under warranty it’s very likely to be a refurb in my experience unless it is less that 30 days old. Your used part...
I’d love to see more giant content. Without really riding either bike I’ve whittled my choices on paper down to a trance e2 and abase levo+upgrades. I’m interested to hear more about the giant.
I’m in the Seattle area and plan on buying a bike soon. I’m going to take the “forgiveness is easier than permission” approach. I have no interest riding at Duthie or anywhere else where the eliteist attitudes tend to hang out. I’d ont have time to ride on weekend either. I highly doubt any land...
These 2 bikes are at the top of my list too (Trance E+2 & Base Levo). Waiting to see the Giant in the flesh. Really don’t want to spend an extra $1000 on upgrading a base Levo.
I have made the same assumption. I’m not even interested in the 2018 levo because it is too short in the top tube. The Fantic looks awesome on paper but it’s a size too small. One of the things that makes the levo so attractive to me is the dealer network. There are at least 7 dealers within an...
Maybe I should add that I could care less about bling and want function first. My years in the bike biz taught me that mid-range components are often as if not more durable than top spec. I’m big and riding a heavy e-bike. Counting grams is foolish waste of money. Quality suspension that is up...
I’m tryig to figure out if the Comp level levo is worth the $1000 over the base. It looks like the big difference is dropper post and fork. I could likely spec exactly what I want for about the same money. I’m really eyeing a MRP Ribbon Coil.
Either way I go I will likely be getting a coil...