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“Effect of Temperature on Lithium-ion Batteries All batteries experience a loss in performance at low temperatures. The ideal storage temperature for most batteries, including lithium-ion, is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures dipping down at or close to 32°F (0°C) cause a slow-down in the chemical...

I do not believe that is correct. In general, lithium batteries like to be at room temperature.

I bought an S-Works frame and it did not come with the guide. For what that frame cost I find that really disappointing.

Yes, it comes with a head set and the angle adjusters so you can run -1, 0, and +1 degrees. It also comes with the SWAT tool that fits in the head tube. This is for a frame set bought in the USA.

I use the 52 tooth gear very little or not at all on my 22 Levo. There is so much torque you just don’t need the 52. I think a cassette with a 45 tooth biggest gear might actually be more usable. I also have a 2016 Levo with an 11 speed cassette with a 42 tooth biggest gear and I never wanted...

34.9 is fine. I am running that size in my carbon 22 Levo with no issues.

Specialized charges $8000 in the USA for the same frame with carbon cranks and a better shock but no dropper! Insanity. Used Comp Carbons go for $6500+. It seems like this should be worth around $4000 given that you have to come up with the parts to build up the bike, assuming the frame is in...

I have a 2016 Levo Comp with about 5000 miles on it. The motor has been absolutely bulletproof, and is very quiet, especially compared to the Levo SL I bought last fall. The tuning of the motor is very good and feels natural like the SL The issues I have had are: - The first battery lasted about...

I was in exactly the same situation, including riding with a disability (CMT 1A in my case). I was riding a Levo but never used more than 40% boost, even when riding with very fast friends. I switched to a Levo SL and am very happy with the result. There is nothing I did on the Levo that I...

Nice! Thanks for posting that.

After a few rides I guess there is enough dirt and sweat in there that the squeaking noise from the MIPS liner is gone. Whew!

Good thought and I will keep that in mind. The current issue is where the MIPS liner squeaks as it rubs on the styrofoam structure of the helmet.

Just unboxed mine and tried it on. It squeaks so much I am not sure I will be able to stand to ride with it. I read somewhere that it does get better with use. I sure hope so.

P.S. The i9 wheels may have had the biggest performance impact of all my mods. Right up there with the AXS derailleur I am running now, anyway.

Hah! I only shared the cut down version. I also have weights and prices of different jockey wheels for derailleurs. I think I may have a problem...