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I agree. I am sure in my case , when I slow down to enjoy the view or whatever, my concentration lapses. Classic example was on top of the mountain bike park, on the widest, flatest, smoothest part of the track, and I slowed to admire the magnificent view. Took my eye of the track for a...

Coffee is definitely off the menu with a FF, but drinking a cold NZ stubby through the small gap in the middle of the chin guard is just heaven on a hot day. Only one mind you, and purely for rehydration purposes.

A sensible man Aggghhhhh. Another sensible rider

Good for you. I hope you feel the same way when you eventually have a bad fall, whether its your fault or not. I hope for your sake that it never happens, but please don't ridicule riders who take safety precautions in case they do have an 'off'.

You little ripper Zimmerframe. It is also possible to get 10/10 when you face plant without a FF with chin guard.

You are being a bit tough on Gary. Confrontational? You are asking for opinions. Accept them is the spirit in which they are given.

Al, you don't know when you are going to fall off so protect yourself at all times. Keep the chin-guard in place at all times too. You never know when you are going to fall or get knocked off your bike. If buying a full face helmet, purchase one with a built- in chin guard. I value my brain...

What great memories Steve. When I was about 11-12. Dad asked me if I wanted a new bike of my own. I had never owned a new bike, but decided I would prefer a second hand so I could go off-road with my mates. Dad completely stripped, and rebuilt a Rudge 26" in the colour of my choice. It had to...

My Late father and two brothers between them, owned and ran a very successful cycle shop in NZ. As you say, the best time of the year for them as well, was shortly before the next years bikes were due to be released on the retail market.. The distributors offered them a greatly reduced bulk...

That is a very cruel and cutting remark!!!!! The Tooth Fairy is very good at Headline Grabbing, smiling to the commoners, while she talks for ten minutes but not actually saying anything. Very soon we will be trading in our e-mtbs on wakas. ( Maori Canoe)

You're showing your age there Steve! Rod Brakes!!!!!!! My Late father opened a bike shop in New Zealand nearly 70 years ago. Rod brakes were a thing of the past then!!! That would be a great question for "The Chase".

I can't believe the problem commenters are having with Specialized motors. I have ordered a 2022 Levo Turbo Comp due in a month. I am now having my doubts!! My current e-mtb is a 2019 Giant Trance +1 Pro with just over 8500 km on the clock. Riding weight 91 kg. Approx 50% trail riding, the...

My riding weight is around 91 kg. Same bike as you. Without riding your trails, I am only guessing, but I struggle to get around a 70km (44 miles) 'double Pass' circuit with nowhere near 6600' of climbing. Tyres on advice from LBS = 25 front, 28 rear. Mostly unsealed roads, and mostly 40%...

Lol! Wait another 5 years, when arthritis in the hips and hands and degenerative spinal disc disorder worsens. Drug up on painkillers to get through a ride, only to find your balance and concentration is affected. It's a cruel world, but at least we are still out riding with our geriatric...

Our local LBS in New Zealand is excellent. While I would prefer to stick with Giant, I am now prepared to pay at least a grand more for a Specialized of nearly identical specifications, to know that Specialized care enough about their client base to back up their product. A pity really, but it...

You have hit it on the head. Giant without question, are more bangs for your bucks. The downside is you have to put up with lousy after-sales service from Giant. Specialized service and backup leave Giant for dead according to my LBS.

That's bugger all over the price of new models. Check Specialized increases for 2022 models!!!!

I too have a Giant with a Yamaha motor (2019 Giant Trance E +1 Pro - 8000km). I have had a reasonable run with my Giant, but the back-up service from Giant in New Zealand is lousy. I sympathise with you re Giant response to your problem. I must have been lucky because I have had many pedal...

I've got a 2019 Trance e +1Pro. It too, is demanding to ride even on the flat, with no motor assistance. I rode 3 km back to the LBS when my RCO crapped out, and I was absolutely stuffed when I got there. Maybe other brands of e-mtb motors are different?

Agree totally Steve, but we are old school. I am slightly hearing impaired due to age, but I have a small rear view mirror so I can keep an eye out for any faster riders coming up behind. Just today, an idiot male pedestrian wearing full earphones, stepped off the footpath into the path of my...