I can’t really argue all of the points about the Relay. It is portly compared to to the new SL and it’s very slack. So, while it’s very poppy it does not turn as well as a Gen2 Levo SL but it’s an absolute beast at speed.
I was able to get one of my 2 Levo SLs down to 39lbs with reasonable...
I’ve had most of the SL bikes and the best one that I’ve ridden is the Transition Relay PNW. It has big bike range, descends like nothing else, and is surprisingly poppy for a long travel bike. I feel like it’s light years ahead of the Kenevo SL. I’ve had both, it’s an opinion based on actual...
2 of my bikes, Transition Relay & Santa Cruz Skitch, have the Ride 60 and I have not had any issues whatsoever but I do not ride when it’s really wet out.
You know what is available and I find to be a better riding bike than the Kenevo SL, the Transition Relay. I just bought the PNW version. For less money you get a bike that I feel is better (all around) and spec’d better. I’m an absolute Specialized fan boy but if you need a big enduro bike the...
I agree with everything else you said but it’s hard to take you seriously when you say something like the above.
I totally get how its hard to ride Amish bike after you’ve been on an ebike but there’s no way, no how, you’re training in the gym or on an e-bike and getting the same workout you...
I wish that I could try a Pole Voima so that I could have an objective opinion. They look great on paper and I’ve never heard of anybody complaining about them. My concern is that the only support you have is online and in Europe. I don’t think that would be a practical choice for someone who...
Unfortunately I feel like I still need to keep a regular bike. Although you get a great cardio workout from an ebike, you lose a lot of strength. In order to keep my speed and strength up I still pedal a new Stumpjumper Pro. I don’t enjoy it. I also ride a road bike. I sort of enjoy that. The...
I read your post. If you’re looking for a “top dog” bike why are you looking at a Nukeproof? That’s a mediocre bike that’s hard to find in the US and I think they’re going bankrupt anyway. Somebody already mentioned Crestline. The general consensus is that’s the best. If you want something a...
I definitely torque certain things to spec. I have several different tools that I use….i have park t-handles with certain torque settings and more than one actual torque wrenches. I love my tools.
Don’t you guys occasionally check all the bolts on your bikes? I probably go over my bikes every 2-3 rides and make sure particular bolts are snug. It takes less than 5 minutes. I check my axles, seat clamp, brakes, derailleur, suspension pivots, and sometimes the stem. All you need is 3 hex...
We do have a problem with kids ripping their Surrons and dirtbikes on our city streets. I’m definitely in favor of some rules for e-bikes on public roads but they need to be specific by ebike class. Our class 1 EMTBs should not have any limitations. Even unrestricted it’s hard to pedal an emtb...
Although I am one of those people who would just spend my way to satisfaction, I think you can get that stock suspension to work just fine. You’ll just need to fine tune with tokens/volume spacers and testing. The Cascade link does a lot for the bike. It’s cheaper than a new shock and I feel...
I would like to try the new Heckler SL but my gen2 Levo SL weighs 39lbs with a fox 36 and Kryptotal tires (no inserts). I’m 51 and 200 lbs. I ride my FF Levo 90% of the time. I don’t ride for the grind, I ride for the fun. That’s why I’ve abandoned my amish (regular pedal/acoustic) bike...
Poster above, I also have 2 gen3 levos and the new SLs suspension is totally different. Saying the new SL is like a Levo is just plain 1000% wrong. 2 things make them very different. 1) the stays an the new SL are the shortest that I’ve ever seen on an ebike 2) Specialized built more progression...
I have a both bikes. I’ll just start by saying they both have their place but they are polar opposites.
I’ll just start with the new Levo SL, its probably the best handling bike I’ve ever been on once you make it a 29er. It’s a great all around bike. Great geo….great suspension. Not the...
That’s weird that you’re having issues with the extender coming out or the cable coming unplugged. I’ve never had mine fly out and I don’t even bother with the rubber band. If it’s in correctly the indentations on the extender body should lock it into the cage. I’ve definitely never had the...
As much as I love talking bike tech I think the new sizing is just better practically speaking. My only complaint is that bike is short and I think the rear stay is too short in the 27.5 setting. In S3 I found the bike a little twitchy with the 27.5. When I ordered the bike none of the geo info...
Yeah, of course. I just wanted to try the SL out on the harder stuff. I had a Levo with me too. Normally I’m riding trails by my house. I only go to the bike park every couple of weeks. My home trails are rocky and hilly but there’s nothing requiring an enduro bike. At least 2 days a week I’m...