Siv1
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I have a 2019 carbon levo and love it, Also have a Cube cabon non electric hardtail which I also loved but have not had to clean for over a year now!
To me the SL is like riding a fast, agile, nimble thoroughbred, compared to a plodding old carthorse.Felt like driving a Toyota Corolla where the comp is like driving a Tesla
Don't you talk about my ex wife like that.To me the SL is like riding a fast, agile, nimble thoroughbred, compared to a plodding old carthorse.
For me, the SL I demoed felt like riding a motorcycle compared to my 27# Ripley on all my familiar trails/climbs. It left a big grin on my face knowing I was easing the strain(just enough) on my ailing knees that kept me off my bike for 30 days and left me discouraged recently. It's pretty clear in this thread that everyone's expectations on what they like in a bike differ, just a bit, but some are identical.I tested the sl and the comp and got the comp. For me the Sl wasnt that fun because it was so underpowered. Felt like driving a Toyota Corolla where the comp is like driving a Tesla
Which part is like your ex-wife?Don't you talk about my ex wife like that.
Fast agile nimble thoroughbredWhich part is like your ex-wife?
Yep, but I think some expectations are clearly unrealistic: not to pick on Bikechiq, but I struggle to understand how she found herself in a position to be disappointed by a bike well known to be far less powerful than a FF bike, because it's less powerful than a FF bike.It's pretty clear in this thread that everyone's expectations on what they like in a bike differ
Yep, but I think some expectations are clearly unrealistic: not to pick on Bikechiq, but I struggle to understand how she found herself in a position to be disappointed by a bike well known to be far less powerful than a FF bike, because it's less powerful than a FF bike.
It's not underpowered - it's exactly as powerful as it's supposed to be - it's just less powerful.
Not the same thing. "Underpowered" suggests that it's lacking something that it's supposed to have, and that's not the case.
................. What I found out is that I had exercise induced asthma. .................
Funny you mention this. I too lost a lot of fitness and strength from riding an EMTB excessively. But I actually sustained knee injuries because of the lost strength. I'm now putting in the miles on my roadbike again and slowly rebuilding the strength and endurance I naturally had because of the amount I've always ridden. (roughly the same number of hours ridden per week, but obviously way less actual effort using the Eeb)I do concede that I have lost leg strength (becomes evident halfway down a long descent) & fitness although I ride just as much as before.
Why do you say that?If jumping is your thing then EMTB will not be as much of a grin
It is my opinion only and based on my limited skills and experience. However, My Ebike is twice the weight of my acoustic bike. It seems inherently more stable. Great at smashing through roots and rock gardens, but less nimble. I love both, but for slightly different reasons.Why do you say that?
OK I bow to greater experience in the field.Oh. Right.
Just so you know from someone who is slightly more skilled at jumping. Your opinion is wrong.
They're different for sure and no Eeb is gonna handle like a 100mm dirt jump hardtail but take a 170mm Enduro bike and a 170mm E Enduro bike. They both jump, whip, scrub just as well and the Eebs are actually easier for limb off tricks. (no handers, one footers etc.)
if you mean between similar travel Eeb and normal bikes with similar suspension set ups.OK I bow to greater experience in the field.
can I ask for my own interest if you need more speed with the Eeb, to do the same things? Not on steeper jump lines I guess? But maybe on gentler lines?
I’m kind of in a similar situation. My GF insisted I get the eMTB before I get any more normal bikes. Have a bit if a health condition that will benefit me riding lessLove at first sight... loved it even more, after the first ride.
I was never a hater to begin with... I just couldn't justify it. Two years ago, I retired and it was actually my wife's idea that I should get one. In fact, she insisted that I deserved it. ?
Ya know, funny thing, I enjoy pedaling. ? That said the motor is amazing. And at the end if a long ride if I have road miles to cover.. wow !Try switching the motor on..you might enjoy it a whole lot more..
What kind of climbs do you have around you? I found love on my Haibike All-Mountain when I climbed a hill there wasn't a hope in hell of getting half way up on an accoustic bike. An ebike will never be as nimble as an accoustic bike but once you challenge yourself with some awesome climbs I think you'll find the love. If you haven't already, watch the latest Chris Akrigg video to see what's possible climbing on an ebike. I think that will stoke a fire in you.
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