Pole Voima 190mm Travel EMTB

[Tankboy]

They certainly seem to divide opinion.

It looks different in real life - I thought if I'm getting gold, I'm going all the way with it - its the first time I've ever searched for components on CRC using 'Gold' as the search term

 

[militantmandy]

It looks different in real life - I thought if I'm getting gold, I'm going all the way with it - its the first time I've ever searched for components on CRC using 'Gold' as the search term

I've seen a few in real life (the Pole marketing guy lives in my town) and they do look better than the pictures tbf. I am sure if I had one I'd love it, despite my various reservations!

 

[maynard]

Looks cool dude . A real head turner .

 

[jbrown15]

I am sure it's a good bike to ride. However, I would never buy a Pole:

There is basically an entire facebook page dedicated to how bad their customer service is and there seems to be a disproportionate number of failures
It's mind-bendingly ugly (subjective I appreciate)
I would not want to put my money in Leo's pocket

I’d be lying if I didn’t say this is the exact reason I didn’t order one. There seems to be some real horror stories with delivery issues and customer service stuff.

 

[Rob Rides EMTB]

I’d be lying if I didn’t say this is the exact reason I didn’t order one. There seems to be some real horror stories with delivery issues and customer service stuff.

Anything recent? They are aware and acknowledge stuff that happened in the past and admitted mistakes - curious to see if there’s anything recent.

 

[jbrown15]

Anything recent? They are aware and acknowledge stuff that happened in the past and admitted mistakes - curious to see if there’s anything recent.

Seems to be quite a bit of recent stuff if you join the Pole FB page. Lots of comments from customers waiting on bikes, which I understand but also warranty issues.

Sounds like a real lack of communication between Pole and it’s customers. I’m new to Pole bikes but allot of old customers also weighing in saying it’s the same issues from the past, so who knows. It was enough for me not to buy one, I can tell you that for sure. Even though I really wanted one……lol
I've already been waiting 18 months for some Trickstuff Maxima brakes, I don't think my patience could take waiting that for a bike too....lol

 

[TonTonUB]

Wabagadouwaouah ! Dat Bike !!!
Rob, i wait for your complete review as fast as ... no, as complete as usual ! In 1 or 2 years, i could be tempted to grab one. /finger crossing

 

[Tankboy]

I ordered my Voima way back in July 2021 and was long wait of 10 1/2 months but at that point it was just a CAD render and prototype so wasn't expecting any time soon after? The rep in the UK Chris Wright has been really helpful in keeping me updated along the way. They've changed a lot of the management in the the last few years including responding to customers queries - also since announcing the Voima last July they've had a lot things to contend with including hiring more staff, new machinery, design change, frame testing, supply issues etc? It's not ideal but there only a small company so can't pull the same resources as a large manufacturer - the wait was more than worth it though?

I've owned a load of DH bikes over the last 15 years and the Voima is better than all those put together - I've sessioned it at BPW, Afan and my local loops - it's just as happy going for long XC loops or smashing double black runs, the bikes is incredibly fast, very nimble and feels bottomless. The weight disappears as soon as you start riding - just hide behind those forks and let the big dog eat!

Look forward to Rob's review

 

[dobbyhasfriends]

I am sure it's a good bike to ride. However, I would never buy a Pole:

There is basically an entire facebook page dedicated to how bad their customer service is and there seems to be a disproportionate number of failures
It's mind-bendingly ugly (subjective I appreciate)
I would not want to put my money in Leo's pocket

I understand the first two reasons but whats the issue with giving this person your money ?

 

[TKB]

What's the size of the battery?

 

[Zimmerframe]

What's the size of the battery?

484 x 84 x 65 mm

 

[Shjay]

I am surprised no coil on a bike of this travel. I bet 80% of the owners are over biked after all Phil Atwell said could do some of the World Cup DH tracks on a hard tail….

 

[militantmandy]

I understand the first two reasons but whats the issue with giving this person your money ?

From his behaviour online and speaking to people who have met him directly, it would appear he's not a very cool person. I am choosing my words carefully.

 

[LowStandards]

Damn, that thing is fugly

 

[militantmandy]

I am surprised no coil on a bike of this travel. I bet 80% of the owners are over biked after all Phil Atwell said could do some of the World Cup DH tracks on a hard tail….

TBF, Phil Atwill could probably ride the world cup tracks on a gravel bike. Not really comparable to us mortals.

 

[Shjay]

To be fair he’s not even that competitive on a DH bike not a fan of the bloke though

TBF, Phil Atwill could probably ride the world cup tracks on a gravel bike. Not really comparable to us mortals.

 

[urastus]

Wow ! It looks incredible !

I'm just hoping there is someone close to you who says "calm down and look after your body" . Seriously

 

[militantmandy]

To be fair he’s not even that competitive on a DH bike not a fan of the bloke though

I have no opinion on him as a human, but he's pretty handy on a bike! A 13th and a 24th so far this year, not too bad I'd say.

 

[Shjay]

Compared to mere mortals handy on a bike compared to likes of Loic Bruni then NO!

I have no opinion on him as a human, but he's pretty handy on a bike! A 13th and a 24th so far this year, not too bad I'd say.

 

[militantmandy]

Compared to mere mortals handy on a bike compared to likes of Loic Bruni then NO!

Not sure what point you're trying to make or why.

 

[Bartek]

Rob what do you think about "mixing" Voima with Kindernay ?

Just arrived with me, what an impact this has as soon as you see it!

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[MountainBoy]

I don't like it. The frame design that is. Plenty of nice bling though.

 

[High Rock Ruti]

High Rock Ruti

I've got the gold on order, (shit that's sort of revealing isn't it?) I've found Pole to be very responsive to emails.
I wonder about durability too. So glad they dumped Brose, 2021 Turbo Levo Pro on the fourth motor, less than 1500 miles, unfortunately the bike is otherwise fantastic, sorry another forum. I ordered the coil shock and some small extras like $9300 USD.

The point yes, there is one review from a very articulate Fin in English on YouTube he likes the bike alot worth listening too. But I'm hungry for more reviews than one I hope Rob reviews quickly, please Rob.

Warm Regards Ruti

 

[Jukka4130]

Do you have a paint code for that?

There aren't paint or color codes for the finish Voima frames use. This explains why.

Polebicycles.com – Voima Electrophoretic Clearcoat

 

[megabobra]

Hey Rob, any update on the Voima frame build? Super keen to see how it's looking - it helps to pass the time while I wait for delivery of my own!

 

[Durrti]

Anything recent? They are aware and acknowledge stuff that happened in the past and admitted mistakes - curious to see if there’s anything recent.

Any updates on this beast?

 

[Rob Rides EMTB]

Any updates on this beast?

First look video out this week

 

[Durrti]

First look video out this week

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Awesome man! Looking forward to it. Should get my frame shortly
Keep up the great work

 

[Gandalf]

First look video out this week

We are still waiting for the video, the week is soon over.
I can not wait because I am just thinking about buying a Pole Voima

Regards Erwin

 

[High Rock Ruti]

High Rock Ruti

Rob Please review the Voima, I've already paid, I still have a chance to cancel if you dislike the bike, please Rob

Warm Regards Ruti