Reign E+ 2022

[Dale_Calgary]

After watching Rob's video again I'm contemplating a new rear tire to order now and then either replace in the spring or keep as a backup.

My first choice is a dissector 2.4 in DD in max terra for rolling efficiency but it only comes in max grip. From what I'm hearing a max grip on the back will suck battery life. How much I'm not really sure as I don't have much experience with ebikes. From peoples experience what kind of battery use change are we looking at between the 2 compounds??

Next would be the DHR 2 but in DD I could get a 2.3 in maxterra but is slower rolling than a dissector but would be better for climbing. There's a DHR2 in 2.4 in max grip but again that goes back to battery drain with max grip.

The front I've already changed to an Assegai dd max grip as I'm not too worried about the rolling resistance up front as the back tire is much more important.

Ive been a Maxxis guy the last 10 years and dont know much about other brands. If I looked elsewhere and wanted something comparable to a DD in dissector in 2.4 in maxterra some suggestions are appreciated.

Thanks

current Amish bike setup Ibis Ripmo with Assegai 2.4 exo+ maxterra and rear dissector 2.4 exo+ maxterra.

 

[goroncy]

After watching Rob's video again I'm contemplating a new rear tire to order now and then either replace in the spring or keep as a backup.

My first choice is a dissector 2.4 in DD in max terra for rolling efficiency but it only comes in max grip. From what I'm hearing a max grip on the back will suck battery life. How much I'm not really sure as I don't have much experience with ebikes. From peoples experience what kind of battery use change are we looking at between the 2 compounds??

Next would be the DHR 2 but in DD I could get a 2.3 in maxterra but is slower rolling than a dissector but would be better for climbing. There's a DHR2 in 2.4 in max grip but again that goes back to battery drain with max grip.

The front I've already changed to an Assegai dd max grip as I'm not too worried about the rolling resistance up front as the back tire is much more important.

Ive been a Maxxis guy the last 10 years and dont know much about other brands. If I looked elsewhere and wanted something comparable to a DD in dissector in 2.4 in maxterra some suggestions are appreciated.

Thanks

current Amish bike setup Ibis Ripmo with Assegai 2.4 exo+ maxterra and rear dissector 2.4 exo+ maxterra.

What terrain we are talking about? MaxxGrip in the back sucks life from legs and battery. But not so much if you are just rolling up the hill on a fire road just to transition to some serious downhill. Then even MaxxGrip is fine. If you need a tire for trail riding MaxxTerra makes MUCH more sense in the rear. MaxxGrip in the rear is necessary doing DH in wet. That's it. DHR 2 is a good choice pretty much always, but again. First question. What kind of terrain we are talking about?

DHR 2 DD MaxxTerra is actually my favorite tire on the back. Super versatile. It only lacks in the worst mud because it doesn't shed mud that well. Wet roots and rocks are not so great too. MaxGrip is better when it's wet.

For very muddy conditions take Shorty but actually for rear my choice for mud and snow is HighRoller in MaxxGrip. Tire that seem not to have so much love here on this forum. Together with shorty in the front is great. But it's just my lonely opinion. High roller sheds mud much better than DHR2. And it has very strong directionality. Which means that in the default orientation it is a tire that is much better when breaking (my needs). If your preference is performance up the heel you can just change the orientation of HighRoller. Or take DHR2 which is not so highly directional but sheds mud worse. Or Shorty.

 

[peddleaddict]

Ive been a Maxxis guy the last 10 years and dont know much about other brands. If I looked elsewhere and wanted something comparable to a DD in dissector in 2.4 in maxterra some suggestions are appreciated.
...

I too ran maxxis tyres for years, but no longer, I now use Michelin and Schwalbe.
Bike tyres with DH or heavy duty carcasses suited to eBikes come in Soft or SuperSoft compounds, gone are the days of being able to find 60a compound DH casing tyre :-(
Schwalbe make some excellent tyres and their SuperGravity casing is far superior to Maxxis' DD from my personal experience; I have never punctured with SG casings, DD are disposable after a few rides and always pinch at the bead often resulting in rim damage.
Location, terrain, season, riding style will certainly weigh a great deal on requirement; on the rear a HansDampf SG Soft is a great all rounder (dissector/aggressor like) with less rolling resistance to say a BigBetty SG Soft, BigBetty is similar to the DHR II with excellent tall central blocks for stand-up braking bite and traction, Soft compound comparable in resistance and wear to maxxis maxterra. Both schwalbes are available in 2.4 or 2.6 - a 2.4 Schwalbe is similar in volume to a 2.5WT Maxxis. The Eddy Current is more of a plus size MotoCross tyre.
A MagicMary SG Soft 2.6 up front is a no brainer as an all rounder!
I'm currently running a BigBetty 2.4 bikepark with panzer insert on the rear of my Reign E+, uses the performance hard compound rubber and is cheap, less rolling resistance, better wear and with an insert I can run low pressures for excellent traction and braking without the need to worry about rim impacts on the rocky trails of the South East of France. At 1.5kg it is not a light tyre but it's on an ebike and I still do 50Km+ / 2000D+ loops without issue.
If you can find a Michelin eWild Enduro rear 2.6 this would also be an excellent choice for the rear. Paired with an E wild Front 2.6 would make a super combo.
If you want to go serious for racing then Michelin DH22 and DH34 combo.
Take the plunge and try something different, I'm sure you won't be disappointed.
Front: Magic Mary 2.6 SuperGravity Soft
Rear: Big Betty 2.4 SuperGravity Soft or bikepark

 

[goroncy]

I too ran maxxis tyres for years, but no longer, I now use Michelin and Schwalbe.
Bike tyres with DH or heavy duty carcasses suited to eBikes come in Soft or SuperSoft compounds, gone are the days of being able to find 60a compound DH casing tyre :-(
Schwalbe make some excellent tyres and their SuperGravity casing is far superior to Maxxis' DD from my personal experience; I have never punctured with SG casings, DD are disposable after a few rides and always pinch at the bead often resulting in rim damage.
Location, terrain, season, riding style will certainly weigh a great deal on requirement; on the rear a HansDampf SG Soft is a great all rounder (dissector/aggressor like) with less rolling resistance to say a BigBetty SG Soft, BigBetty is similar to the DHR II with excellent tall central blocks for stand-up braking bite and traction, Soft compound comparable in resistance and wear to maxxis maxterra. Both schwalbes are available in 2.4 or 2.6 - a 2.4 Schwalbe is similar in volume to a 2.5WT Maxxis. The Eddy Current is more of a plus size MotoCross tyre.
A MagicMary SG Soft 2.6 up front is a no brainer as an all rounder!
I'm currently running a BigBetty 2.4 bikepark with panzer insert on the rear of my Reign E+, uses the performance hard compound rubber and is cheap, less rolling resistance, better wear and with an insert I can run low pressures for excellent traction and braking without the need to worry about rim impacts on the rocky trails of the South East of France. At 1.5kg it is not a light tyre but it's on an ebike and I still do 50Km+ / 2000D+ loops without issue.
If you can find a Michelin eWild Enduro rear 2.6 this would also be an excellent choice for the rear. Paired with an E wild Front 2.6 would make a super combo.
If you want to go serious for racing then Michelin DH22 and DH34 combo.
Take the plunge and try something different, I'm sure you won't be disappointed.
Front: Magic Mary 2.6 SuperGravity Soft
Rear: Big Betty 2.4 SuperGravity Soft or bikepark

The thing with Schwalbe is that Maxxis is just much better for handling. Lack of harder compound in DH is a mistake. That is correct. But otherwise Maxxis glues to the ground compared to old AND new Schwalbe compounds. The ride is much more predictable. DD side walls look bad after couple of rides in the Alps. But it's just cosmetics.

 

[Implor]

What is the max width of the rear tire? 2,6”?

 

[peddleaddict]

The thing with Schwalbe is that Maxxis is just much better for handling. Lack of harder compound in DH is a mistake. That is correct. But otherwise Maxxis glues to the ground compared to old AND new Schwalbe compounds. The ride is much more predictable. DD side walls look bad after couple of rides in the Alps. But it's just cosmetics.

Maxxis used to be far ahead of other manufacturers a few years back, but there are some serious alternatives today that are often overlooked and deserve to be tried because they're great products just like Maxxis.
Michelin, Schwalbe, WTB, Vee Tire, Vittoria and many others have some great tyres that deserve to be ridden.
If you're happy on Maxxis then that's great and continue to enjoy the confidence your tyre choice gives you.
I'm still riding the stock DHF on my Reign as I know its limits
As I said "Location, terrain, season, riding style" are really important in tyre profile, compound and casing choice.

We'll maybe meet in a gondola in the alps or in Finale one day and can chat over a few beers

 

[Gary]

gone are the days of being able to find 60a compound DH casing tyre :-(

Maxxis' Dual compound is their closest compound to an old maxxpro 60a now. With a 60a centre for fast rolling and longevity and 50a shoulders for added grip.

Maxxis used to be far ahead of other manufacturers a few years back

Maxxis has always had competition from other manufacturers with regards to sidewall toughness and soft compounds. They were never and have never been "far" ahead of their competitors in that respect. Even before maxxis was a brand in mtb we had DH casings and soft compounds from the likes of Michelin and Intense (who's 4ply tyres were way tougher and softest compounds softer) and CST (maxxis parent company) actually produce tyres to very similar specs for their own competitors. Where Maxxis won sales over its competitors was coming up with with the (now universally copied) tread design of the DHF and more competitive pricing when they originally stormed the mtb market back in 1999 with the OG Highroller (which was just a blatant copy of michelin's comp16).

It still amazes me these days seeing so many slow, low skilled riders running DH casing super soft compound DH race tyres on far from gnarly trails. But even more so when they moan about the limitations of them.

 

[nkwow]

Hi Guys,

i'm really new into the mtb sport. So please don't judge me if i'm writing some dumb sentences. =)
I've got an Reign E+ 1 for a few weeks now and i noticed a clattering noise from the bike when riding over rough terrain.
I suspect the motor, but i can't really locate the noise.

I tried to recreate the noise in the following video:

Is this a normal noise? Some other people said this could be the freewheel ratchet (don't know if that is the correct translation, sorry).
Do you notice similar noises from your Reign?

 

[Dale_Calgary]

What terrain we are talking about? MaxxGrip in the back sucks life from legs and battery. But not so much if you are just rolling up the hill on a fire road just to transition to some serious downhill. Then even MaxxGrip is fine. If you need a tire for trail riding MaxxTerra makes MUCH more sense in the rear. MaxxGrip in the rear is necessary doing DH in wet. That's it. DHR 2 is a good choice pretty much always, but again. First question. What kind of terrain we are talking about?

DHR 2 DD MaxxTerra is actually my favorite tire on the back. Super versatile. It only lacks in the worst mud because it doesn't shed mud that well. Wet roots and rocks are not so great too. MaxGrip is better when it's wet.

For very muddy conditions take Shorty but actually for rear my choice for mud and snow is HighRoller in MaxxGrip. Tire that seem not to have so much love here on this forum. Together with shorty in the front is great. But it's just my lonely opinion. High roller sheds mud much better than DHR2. And it has very strong directionality. Which means that in the default orientation it is a tire that is much better when breaking (my needs). If your preference is performance up the heel you can just change the orientation of HighRoller. Or take DHR2 which is not so highly directional but sheds mud worse. Or Shorty.

I’m in western Canada so pretty much Rocky Mountains and steep stuff. My weekend trips are fernie, revelstoke,Squamish areas. Mostly straight up and straight down riding

 

[trailaddict]

Hi Guys,

i'm really new into the mtb sport. So please don't judge me if i'm writing some dumb sentences. =)
I've got an Reign E+ 1 for a few weeks now and i noticed a clattering noise from the bike when riding over rough terrain.
I suspect the motor, but i can't really locate the noise.

I tried to recreate the noise in the following video:

Is this a normal noise? Some other people said this could be the freewheel ratchet (don't know if that is the correct translation, sorry).
Do you notice similar noises from your Reign?

Does it make this sound when you have your feed on the pedals too? Otherwise the test is useless - unless you push your bike down the trail

 

[trailaddict]

I'm a Maxxis Guy for decades (at least it feels like), and the Assegai DD is my favorite tire on the front. The last couple of years I was running DHR2 MaxxTerra at the rear to avoid the penalty of the sticky DD/DH compound, but always had to use a tire insert an even then got punctures. Because DD is also not the best compound for temperatures in the single digits or sub zero I changed to Specialized Butcher T9 2.6 and love it!!! My second best choice and on par with Assegai DD.

 

[nkwow]

Does it make this sound when you have your feed on the pedals too? Otherwise the test is useless - unless you push your bike down the trail

Yes it does. Like i said. I have this noise also when i'm riding on rough terrain.

 

[trailaddict]

Yes it does. Like i said. I have this noise also when i'm riding on rough terrain.

Mine is quiete as a mouse.

 

[jeanmarc]

Hi Guys,

i'm really new into the mtb sport. So please don't judge me if i'm writing some dumb sentences. =)
I've got an Reign E+ 1 for a few weeks now and i noticed a clattering noise from the bike when riding over rough terrain.
I suspect the motor, but i can't really locate the noise.

I tried to recreate the noise in the following video:

Is this a normal noise? Some other people said this could be the freewheel ratchet (don't know if that is the correct translation, sorry).
Do you notice similar noises from your Reign?

For what it's worth, mine doesn't do this sound (Reign E+2 2022)

 

[nkwow]

Mine is quiete as a mouse.

For what it's worth, mine doesn't do this sound (Reign E+2 2022)

Hmm... now i'm even more triggered of this sound.

 

[peddleaddict]

Because DD is also not the best compound for temperatures in the single digits or sub zero I changed to Specialized Butcher T9 2.6 and love it!!! My second best choice and on par with Assegai DD.

CST is I think a maxxis subsidiary that makes bicycle tyres for both Maxxis and Specialized brands so they should be fairly identical - please feel free to correct me if I'm wrong. From experience Spe uses a harder compound as their tyres last forever!
I don't understand what the DD carcass construction has to do with compound temperatures?

 

[Implor]

Do you notice a significant difference in range between 2,4 or 2,6” rear. I’m A bit divided.

 

[trailaddict]

CST is I think a maxxis subsidiary that makes bicycle tyres for both Maxxis and Specialized brands so they should be fairly identical - please feel free to correct me if I'm wrong. From experience Spe uses a harder compound as their tyres last forever!
I don't understand what the DD carcass construction has to do with compound temperatures?

You just get DD with soft compound in after market. That's what I'm saying. I'd be happy to get a 2.5 Assegai with DD and MaxxTerra, but don't Maxxis told me it will not happen.

Speci T9 is dual compound and works better in the cold

 

[emtbeast]

Hi guys,

I did my first ride yesterday with my first ebike.

Reign E+ 1 625Wh.

Did some flat ground paved road with 2 ascents one in mode 1 the second in mode 2. No off roading...as I had no time and it was cold as fu...

I started with 94% battery.

The bike was stored at room temperature 21°C before the ride, outside air temperature was 6°C.

My riding weight is 86kg of pure muscle without gear

Tyres Stock no tubeless yet 2.1 bar F 2,2 bar R

1. Mode 1, 280m , 7km, 10% consumption

2. Mode 2, 220m 2.5km, 10% consumption

3. Mode 1, 10m 5km, 3% consumption

I did also some flat ground riding without assistance...to get the feel for it...

So all together I did:
19,6km, 517m ascent, average speed 15,8km/h in 1h14min with 23% battery consumption

I will do more tests on the same ascents in other three modes when I have more time.

I want to have a clear picture on battery consumption...that's how I can then extrapolate a prediction on how the system behaves, same bike, path, tyres, rider, only the outside temp will be a variable I this case.

The motor cuts out at between 24,6kmh to 24,9kmh. And for me with almost no experience with e-bikes it's totaly seamless, actually the first time I rode it home from the LBS I was like...hey where did the motor go...did it dye?! Then I saw the speed trap sign showing 29kmh...and it hit me ohhh yes the 25 limit ...

For anyone missing a battery status in % and assistance level and are owners of a Garmin devices... I also tried the standard e bike field (battery in % & mode) for the Garmin Fenix 6X... works like a charm, will buy the nerd style e bike which has several functions.

You have all the info on this in the link, excellent test/review in my opinion, it's in German so ask Google for help if you need it

Connect IQ App EBike Field und EBike Diagnostics im Praxistest » GPS Radler

Connect IQ App liefert Infos zu eBike Akkustand und Unterstützungsstufe auf den Garmin. Speichern in Garmin Connect. Ebike Diagnostics zeigt eBike Daten

gpsradler.de

I did forget to pair the ANT+ sensors(Power, Cadence & Speed) of the bike. So I have no info on that...except that I did pair them after the ride and it paired flawlessly.

I did encounter I minor annoying sound coming from the frame I think, especially in low gears(largest rear cogs). It sounded to me like the alu frame was getting into resonance with the motor...will have to fo more tests...as it doesn't happen all the time...otherwise the motor works flawlessly.

Attaching a link to a video of a sound test in mode one...it's actually very realistic...will do another one with the resonance sound...

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[peddleaddict]

You just get DD with soft compound in after market.

Speci T9 is dual compound and works better in the cold

I totally agree with you, finding the right compound and casing construction is a minefield for gravity MTBing and manufacturers are pushing heavy casings with soft or ultrasoft rubber which isn't the best for efficiency or the wallet.

To come back to the initial message from @Dale_Calgary, I stick with my tyre choice if you're riding granite, earth, rooty trails around Squamish, Fernie, Revelstoke, braking with the BigBetty is like throwing an anchor over your shoulder!

Front: Magic Mary 2.6 SuperGravity Soft a supersoft would be even better but I think only available in DH casing
Rear: Big Betty 2.4 SuperGravity Soft

 

[Valk]

Hi guys,

I did my first ride yesterday with my first ebike.

Reign E+ 1 625Wh.

Did some flat ground paved road with 2 ascents one in mode 1 the second in mode 2. No off roading...as I had no time and it was cold as fu...

I started with 94% battery.

The bike was stored at room temperature 21°C before the ride, outside air temperature was 6°C.

My riding weight is 86kg of pure muscle without gear

Tyres Stock no tubeless yet 2.1 bar F 2,2 bar R

1. Mode 1, 280m , 7km, 10% consumption

2. Mode 2, 220m 2.5km, 10% consumption

3. Mode 1, 10m 5km, 3% consumption

I did also some flat ground riding without assistance...to get the feel for it...

So all together I did:
19,6km, 517m ascent, average speed 15,8km/h in 1h14min with 23% battery consumption

I will do more tests on the same ascents in other three modes when I have more time.

I want to have a clear picture on battery consumption...that's how I can then extrapolate a prediction on how the system behaves, same bike, path, tyres, rider, only the outside temp will be a variable I this case.

The motor cuts out at between 24,6kmh to 24,9kmh. And for me with almost no experience with e-bikes it's totaly seamless, actually the first time I rode it home from the LBS I was like...hey where did the motor go...did it dye?! Then I saw the speed trap sign showing 29kmh...and it hit me ohhh yes the 25 limit ...

For anyone missing a battery status in % and assistance level and are owners of a Garmin devices... I also tried the standard e bike field (battery in % & mode) for the Garmin Fenix 6X... works like a charm, will buy the nerd style e bike which has several functions.

You have all the info on this in the link, excellent test/review in my opinion, it's in German so ask Google for help if you need it

Connect IQ App EBike Field und EBike Diagnostics im Praxistest » GPS Radler

Connect IQ App liefert Infos zu eBike Akkustand und Unterstützungsstufe auf den Garmin. Speichern in Garmin Connect. Ebike Diagnostics zeigt eBike Daten

gpsradler.de

I did forget to pair the ANT+ sensors(Power, Cadence & Speed) of the bike. So I have no info on that...except that I did pair them after the ride and it paired flawlessly.

I did encounter I minor annoying sound coming from the frame I think, especially in low gears(largest rear cogs). It sounded to me like the alu frame was getting into resonance with the motor...will have to fo more tests...as it doesn't happen all the time...otherwise the motor works flawlessly.

Attaching a link to a video of a sound test in mode one...it's actually very realistic...will do another one with the resonance sound...

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Thanks, very helpful. Am I wrong or does it actually make a weird noise when you are shifting gear?

 

[jeanmarc]

Hi guys,

I did my first ride yesterday with my first ebike.

Reign E+ 1 625Wh.

Did some flat ground paved road with 2 ascents one in mode 1 the second in mode 2. No off roading...as I had no time and it was cold as fu...

I started with 94% battery.

The bike was stored at room temperature 21°C before the ride, outside air temperature was 6°C.

My riding weight is 86kg of pure muscle without gear

Tyres Stock no tubeless yet 2.1 bar F 2,2 bar R

1. Mode 1, 280m , 7km, 10% consumption

2. Mode 2, 220m 2.5km, 10% consumption

3. Mode 1, 10m 5km, 3% consumption

I did also some flat ground riding without assistance...to get the feel for it...

So all together I did:
19,6km, 517m ascent, average speed 15,8km/h in 1h14min with 23% battery consumption

I will do more tests on the same ascents in other three modes when I have more time.

I want to have a clear picture on battery consumption...that's how I can then extrapolate a prediction on how the system behaves, same bike, path, tyres, rider, only the outside temp will be a variable I this case.

The motor cuts out at between 24,6kmh to 24,9kmh. And for me with almost no experience with e-bikes it's totaly seamless, actually the first time I rode it home from the LBS I was like...hey where did the motor go...did it dye?! Then I saw the speed trap sign showing 29kmh...and it hit me ohhh yes the 25 limit ...

For anyone missing a battery status in % and assistance level and are owners of a Garmin devices... I also tried the standard e bike field (battery in % & mode) for the Garmin Fenix 6X... works like a charm, will buy the nerd style e bike which has several functions.

You have all the info on this in the link, excellent test/review in my opinion, it's in German so ask Google for help if you need it

Connect IQ App EBike Field und EBike Diagnostics im Praxistest » GPS Radler

Connect IQ App liefert Infos zu eBike Akkustand und Unterstützungsstufe auf den Garmin. Speichern in Garmin Connect. Ebike Diagnostics zeigt eBike Daten

gpsradler.de

I did forget to pair the ANT+ sensors(Power, Cadence & Speed) of the bike. So I have no info on that...except that I did pair them after the ride and it paired flawlessly.

I did encounter I minor annoying sound coming from the frame I think, especially in low gears(largest rear cogs). It sounded to me like the alu frame was getting into resonance with the motor...will have to fo more tests...as it doesn't happen all the time...otherwise the motor works flawlessly.

Attaching a link to a video of a sound test in mode one...it's actually very realistic...will do another one with the resonance sound...

- YouTube

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

youtube.com

Cheers everyone

✌

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Congrats on the new Bike!
Is it possible to link the Reign directly to iPhone with the Garmin app?

 

[emtbeast]

Thanks, very helpful. Am I wrong or does it actually make a weird noise when you are shifting gear?

No you are not wrong, it actually does it when shifting up or down mostly in the top 3 or 4 largest cogs. It keeps going for a few moments and then dies out...haven't done enough km to have more info...
Do you have the same issue with it?

 

[emtbeast]

Congrats on the new Bike!
Is it possible to link the Reign directly to iPhone with the Garmin app?

Thanks ✌Sorry I don't know. I can try it out on Android, as I didn't connect it to the Garmin app but a Garmin watch. Unfortunately I don't own an iPhone to test that out for you. Maybe someone else has that info for you.

 

[jasperofpuppets]

I have a deposit on a reign E+2 here in Utah, just got a call from lbs and they said giant said end of the year. Was march then april now end of year, lol. Test rode a +3 in dec, really sharp color, more of a copper orange in real life.

End of the year!? Jesus.

The E+ 3 in size S was in stock on Giant's website last month and I was ready to order one and have it shipped to my LBS in 7 days, but I held off cuz my LBS told me I wouldn't get the extended warranty if I didn't buy specifically through them. But now I've been waiting and waiting with no update. I'm kinda wishing I would have just bought it from the Giant website instead. I coulda been rippin' on my Reign E+ 3 by now!!!

But my local shop Wheelworld does have a pretty impressive warranty for ebikes: 2 yrs on the computer, 5 yrs on the battery, and 10 yrs on the motor. May be worth waiting for...

 

[jeanmarc]

End of the year!? Jesus.

The E+ 3 in size S was in stock on Giant's website last month and I was ready to order one and have it shipped to my LBS in 7 days, but I held off cuz my LBS told me I wouldn't get the extended warranty if I didn't buy specifically through them. But now I've been waiting and waiting with no update. I'm kinda wishing I would have just bought it from the Giant website instead. I coulda been rippin' on my Reign E+ 3 by now!!!

But my local shop Wheelworld does have a pretty impressive warranty for ebikes: 2 yrs on the computer, 5 yrs on the battery, and 10 yrs on the motor. May be worth waiting for...

Not worth waiting for a whole year Unless you have another ride...

 

[jasperofpuppets]

I am running x2 with 400lb spring at 85 kilos.
Upgrading to 425 as a bit soft.

I'm gonna take the SuperDeluxe Ultimate Coil I have off my non-E Reign and put it on the Reign E+. I cut the spacer to extend the stroke to 65mm. I weight ~165 lbs/75kg and will be using a 400# spring. Hopefully it will be just right!

 

[jasperofpuppets]

Not worth waiting for a whole year Unless you have another ride...

Well, I'm hoping that the end-of-year ETA that M01 got only applies to the E+2, and that the E+3s will arrive sooner.

But yes, I do have another ride to tie me over til then... 2019 Trance E+ 1 that I've SX'd out with 160mm front travel and a DHX2 (55mm stroke) in the rear.

 

[jeanmarc]

Well, I'm hoping that the end-of-year ETA that M01 got only applies to the E+2, and that the E+3s will arrive sooner.

But yes, I do have another ride to tie me over til then... 2019 Trance E+ 1 that I've SX'd out with 160mm front travel and a DHX2 in the rear.

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Nice! I'm coming from Trance E+2 2020 on to just received Reign E+2 2022

 

[jasperofpuppets]

Nice! I'm coming from Trance E+2 2020 on to just received Reign E+2 2022

Awesome! I've been obsessing over the new Reign E+ ever since it was unveiled. Giant pretty much improved upon virtually everything I had an issue with in the previous Reign E+ (and the Trance E+).

Shorter chainstay being a HUGE deal. I'm a shorter rider at 5'6/168cm, so the 470mm chainstays of the older model are just massive.