The comments I've had were harmless and definitely just banter. But I wouldn't say the same for Fingerpuk's experiences. What he encountered I would call harrassment
I dont think the differences between the model years are huge. Same frame, motor & battery. 2021 gets some gorgeous new colourways and some models get the new Zeb fork. You'll find out more over in the Trek forum ?
Really disappointing that some riders behave like this. I've had the odd remark but your experience is in a different league entirely. We all ride bikes, we're all out to have fun (or should be) - who cares who is riding what
My bad, just downloaded the manual. For my set up, gap is set by lining up the tooth on the largest cog with the line marked on the pulley cage. Mine needed tightening a couple of turns (y)
Hi everyone, question about derailleur position, shimano 12 sp. I bent my derailleur hanger in an unscheduled dismount. Ive straightened it, and I'm taking the opportunity to tune my shifting as well. I've always adjusted my b-screw so there's a 5-6mm gap between largest cog and top cage...
plus one on the Rail, great bike, loving mine. (y) Another great bike with the Bosch system, is the Whyte. 2021 model sorted out the odd cable routing of the 2020 model. British brand with special attention to weather -sealed pivot bearings. Not sure what you mean by "out of depth on some runs"...
Welcome! If it were me, I would definitely go with the Whyte. More power and bigger battery of the Bosch system, Whyte also design all their pivot bearings to be weather-sealed. I think a better looking bike too, with the integrated battery. 2020 model had a bit of a bad cable routing design...
Hmmm that's not much range, the Flyon motor I guess, so much torque, it's going to suck the battery. What about one of the Bosch-powered Haibikes, like the
XDURO AllMtn 3.5
give you better range, especially if you get a range extender as well
Going by my experience so far with the DD casing, I agree with you! But an insert does offer run-flat protection as well, if you rip your sidewall on a rock and it's beyond a trail side repair ;)
Full suspension or hardtail, aggressive frame geometry or more cross-country style, it all depends on what sort of riding you want to do. As for motor choices, bikes with the Bosch CX-4 give good range and power and there will be some options within your budget, Rocky Mountain too or Haibike...
100% CushCore would be useful to you in those conditions. Might pay to research all the other inserts too, there are cheaper, lighter options available that are less hassle to install as well (y)
I don't use a phone mount for MTB, it's perfectly at home in my pocket. Seth's Bike Hacks did a phone mount torture test on his Berm Peak Express channel, and found the Quad Lock to be the best. He's pretty hard on stuff, so I'd say it's definitely a good bet to go with the Quad Lock