Specialized 2.6 Hillbilly on front for the mud, great tyre. Seems to grip better with a bit more air in it (20-25 psi) Guess being firmer drives the knobs into the mud. Otherwise use the Butchers that came with the bike.
Just booked an Mtb holiday in the Sierra Nevadas (Spain) from uk. I was pretty desperate to take the electric and as there is 18 of us decided to look at couriers. Found a company called Sherpr, very helpful and they are taking bikes and luggage for about the same price as EasyJet etc. would...
I convinced myself to buy an electric bike (Turbo Levo expert) after having knee pain and treatment on off for 3 or 4 years. I ride with a great bunch of mates all younger and fitter than me. I tried and still do anything to try and improve fitness, but struggling, and when my heart rate started...
I agree that 16 mph cut off is annoying. I ride with a group and am the only one on electric, I find on fire roads and tarmac we often ride between 16-18 mph and it can be a real pain (although everywhere else is sheer joy!) The 20 mph American limit would be spot on, but there again they also...
Slightly wet bike then wet brush to loosen mud, then a light rinse. So far ok, crank bearings maybe not quite as smooth as they were, will keep an eye on those.
I also taped up the slot where the chain guide is fixed, don't know if water getting in there can do any damage but just in case...