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  1. Bigblock

    Phone and car keys

    I use a USWE Protector backpack, great bit of kit, has the shoulder and waist straps connecting in one clasp (like a parachute), really light and doesnt bounce around so forget its there. I have an embarrassing knack of coming off on ascents and going over backwards at slow speeds due to getting...
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    My Rail, Resting on Stuff

    Resting on a bridge and a Land Cruiser
  3. Bigblock

    Rail (750Wh) Trek Rail 9.8 xt gen 3 and rib issues

    Thanks JP, I often carry two bikes on a platform carrier but you must have a decent sized hatchback as I have a 200 series Land Cruiser and struggle to get my XL Rail 7 in the back of that. It fits OK but is awkward to get in and out due to its size and weight.
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    Rail (750Wh) Trek Rail 9.8 xt gen 3 and rib issues

    Hi JP, do you carry your bike on a car carrier at all? I travel with my Rail 7 on a rear carrier quite a bit and always remove the battery as per the Trek recommendation which is good from the weight point of view but noticed the key mechanism is getting a bit problematic as per Bran70's comment...
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    G'day from WA

    Long time forum reader so decided to join the fun. Based in South West Western Australia, ride a 2022 Trek Rail 7, 2021 Trek Fuel EX8 and a 2022 Polygon Syncline C5 HT for XC & fitness runs. Also have a 2019 Trek Powerfly 5 that I leave at my place in Perth, lovely bike & ideal urban cruiser.
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    SRAM's new 2023 Drivetrain allows full power shifts

    These guys have been product testing this for 6 months and seem pretty impressed by the durability, ease of setup and ongoing maintenance.
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