I had the same thoughts when buying my 1st bike. I went to an ebike shop open day, rode the bike I thought I wanted, and didn't like it. Then tried the full sus version and loved it.
Rear suspension gives extra grip around corners as the bike can press into the berm. Set up correctly, the bike...
Hadn't considered the sram, might be a good all-round option. Not too expensive either.
The bike is great, really takes a beating some days! Think about getting a longer travel suspension sometimes. But they seem to soak it all up.
Did over 23km the other day. All in turbo. Half that will be climbing quite steep terain. Got back to the car with one bar and one mile left.
Did a trip a few weeks ago, on a different trail, half way round the 2nd lap realised I had 5 miles range and 6-7 miles back! Straight onto eco mode...
I did demo one when I was 1st looking. Very good. Was out of my budget. Didn't want to spend too much as I didn't know I would use it as much as I do!
I've learnt a lot with this bike. But finding its limitations now.
Probably not going to make next weekend.
Went to Clent Hills today. Bit of a strange place, not what I'm used to. Not many signposts to direct you.
Spotted a couple of E-bikes at the cafe, asked the lads where to go. It's a case of ride around, look for a trail they told me. Which is what I...
Hi,
Just wondering if anyone has felt the need to upgrade their bike?
So far for me on my 2016 Scott E-Spark 720, I have changed to tubeless Maxxis Minion tyres from the Schwalbe tough toms (after a puncture or two), put a front Mucky Nutz guard and crud catcher on the back.
Just got to...
Hi all,
Just found this forum. I'm in and around Birmingham. Go to Cannock chase for my kicks but looking to explore other areas. Getting bored of riding around on my own! Riding with non electric bikes gets frustrating, waiting for them at the top of the hill etc!!!
Had my Scott 2 years now...