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No bluetooth back then, pretty easy the files to go corrupt if the connection cuts out. I agree on that the code nowadays is made cheap and hasty. Soon with AI even.

I’ve read that Shimano updates on Orbeas have gone wrong (phone screen turns off and cuts off the bluetooth iirc) so it’s safer to do in the LBS. Needless to say I haven’t updated my Bosch/Trek Rail myself.

Rail 8 is the top alloy model of 2024 with some worse, some better components than the top model of 2023, Rail 9. I have the latter, paid 5ke for it and been really happy with it. Smaller 625wh battery is better for me as it’s lighter, they had the bigger 750wh with carbon only as it’s too...

You think carbon should look like a child has spraypainted over it?

Not an expert, sorry. Just crushed the numbers on Geometry Geeks and thought what it could feel like. Haven’t ridden the new model. You should definitely try to find one to test ride, if you think it’s too big, it probably is, but who knows for sure? It’s an expensive investment so do it wisely...

It is old skool but the trailish geometry is the reason I went with Rail as we have only shorter hills. Kinda like East Coast but without the mountains. I'm also between sizes and the slacker seat tube angle suited me well as it gives more top tube length. If I went with an acoustic FS, it...

They are not Black Friday sales only is what I meant. Hope they won't, but where can you buy Shimano motors or batteries? It's not given, especially during this time when there can be serious stoppages in production in coming years.

It's basically this again, or a well-thought process of buying the right bike for him. You can't return it after riding so try to make it fit. Doesn't matter what shock or wheels it has if the bike is of wrong size. Btw, these discounted prices are not for Black Friday only, at least the ones...

I have Gen 4 myself, was just trying to advise her that you should always go for the newest Bosch (or Shimano) available as it's easier to get a replacement motor or battery later if/when needed. Gen 5 is also more silent and the delivery of power seems to be even better/more natural. It seems...

The more you read, the more confused you'll get. That's why test ride is the best way to buy a bike. Next best is to read reviews but they can be paid ads. Fb groups are a good way to get info, you should join a few brand groups.

Yet it might the best bike of them all because of Gen 5 motor and new 800Wh battery. Orbea and Shimano combination is a good example why not to buy an older model. CX Race is based on the older Gen 4 motor. I'd still go for the Gen 5. Calinca you can always wait, there'll be 50 new bikes with...

Really good points there. I'd lean towards the lighter bike too, but Transition and Santa Cruz are expensive in Europe. LTM Racing sell the premium brands but they are well over the 4k budget.

You're welcome! I understand. You can read the article on this forum's front page about Gen 5 motor, it might or might not be worth it. It's basically either that and new 800wh battery or Gen 4 + 750 and better components. Frame, motor or battery you can't change afterwards, everything else you...

On an acoustic bike I'd gone for the trail bike with 140/130 suspension but with an E-MTB I didn't care - no bobbing with the motor assisting you. 38m stanchions feel stiff and heavy though for an everyday rider. Depends where you ride too, we don't have mountains so a trail bike is enough...

Cube Stereo Hybrid One55 C:68X SLX 750 Here's a good discount with L and XL available. A 2024 model so with the 750Wh battery, the 2025 Stereo comes with the new Gen 5 motor and the new 800Wh battery. It has a 160/150mm fork/suspension but with the Lyrik, flexier than the Zeb. More comfortable...