I'm curious what experienced e-bikers have to say about the relative merits of the EX1 1x8 versus a 1x11 drivetrain. Is the ex1 really turning out to be a lot more reliable or long lasting? Is a 1x11 mtb drivetrain too wimpy for an e-bike?
The spring rates shown in the table (post #72), don't seem to jive with stock spring rates. A small frame comes with 411 lb/in which is for a 84 kg (185lb) rider?
Mostly tradition. Maybe easier to pump. Not sure you can even get schrader tubeless stems. Every bike I own has presta, but I wouldn't complain if the industry went to schrader
Presta vs Schrader valves by Jobst Brandt
Snowmass demo days is next weekend & they have some ebikes (Spec & Commencal)! Where to ride them may be a problem. If anyone can share the info on some technical trails in the area I'd appreciate it. Feel free to send me a message, I can keep a secret.
I know I'm exposing my US ignorance, but I've never heard of this company before. Is it a respected company in europe? How long have they been selling in the US? Anybody on this forum, in the US buy one? It looks like they don't have any dealers, but they sell online.
I'm shopping for an ebike. I'm thinking 150-160 mm travel would be good for what I want to do. Current bike is a ripley (120R, 140F). There's some pretty techy single track around here that I think would be fun on a big travel ebike. I'm in Colorado, local or nearby dealer would be...
I'd like to hear what u think about the kenevo. I'd like an all-mtn/enduro type ebike, but maybe the kenevo is too DH? How is it on uphill or flat rocky technical?