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Forum: Electric Bikes
04-07-18, 11:04 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 12,228
Posted By profstack

It's not cheating, really. But probably not a...

It's not cheating, really. But probably not a good idea to blow past normal bicycles.

The weight issue: Two years ago, a fast commuter on a mtn style bike swerved head on and crashed into my...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-06-18, 11:01 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,363
Posted By profstack

Perhaps you were trying to do too much too soon,...

Perhaps you were trying to do too much too soon, as I am prone to painfully do.
Forum: Electric Bikes
03-12-18, 10:09 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 9,854
Posted By profstack

Yes, it's a danged shame. I ride an Ohm Urban...

Yes, it's a danged shame. I ride an Ohm Urban 700 with the G1 motor and the upgrade 556wH battery, which is still strong with 450wH current capacity. The brake regen is so nice. The motor is...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
07-23-17, 08:11 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 16,330
Posted By profstack

I believe that is correct, sadly. The rear...

I believe that is correct, sadly.

The rear "brake" light arrived from Germany and works as advertised. Very cool, and brighter than the OEM dynamo rear TopLight.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
07-16-17, 06:51 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 16,330
Posted By profstack

Thanks. I ordered from Germany the B&M rear...

Thanks. I ordered from Germany the B&M rear dynamo light with the brake light and standlich functions. I believe it will be a better light that the original one from 2012, which has a light in the...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-25-17, 10:09 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 16,330
Posted By profstack

My Luxos also worked fine after drying out, the...

My Luxos also worked fine after drying out, the first time. After getting deluged again, it never dried out enough before I took it in for repair. Heh, I wonder if they just used a hair dryer to...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-18-17, 08:47 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 16,330
Posted By profstack

If you are game, try disconnecting the handlebar...

If you are game, try disconnecting the handlebar button (wire cutters?) and using the buttons on back ot the light. That's what I was going to do until I found out that the light was still under...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-12-17, 08:10 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 16,330
Posted By profstack

The only thing that comes to mind is that the...

The only thing that comes to mind is that the LUXOS apparently has to have the back wires attached in the "correct" polarity to the back light. I'll change them and see if that makes a difference.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-09-17, 09:00 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 16,330
Posted By profstack

The back light now works as it should. The shop...

The back light now works as it should. The shop gave me the connector plugs which crimped well. One bonus of sorts is now when I put the front light to "high" (90 LUX) beam, the rear light also...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-08-17, 12:39 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 16,330
Posted By profstack

After a month, the B&M light is back and repaired...

After a month, the B&M light is back and repaired to like new. Or maybe it is new. Peter White was not clear. Anyway, it was all covered under warranty and the 70/90 Lux light is now back in...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-07-17, 07:45 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 16,330
Posted By profstack

The B&M Luxos light is heading to the USA...

The B&M Luxos light is heading to the USA distributor who will inspect it and then repair or replace it. A couple of weeks. I could pick up the bike, but I'll use one of the others for commuting...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-01-17, 07:06 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 16,330
Posted By profstack

Yes, that actually makes sense based on how long...

Yes, that actually makes sense based on how long the light stays on after the dynamo stops. It takes hours for the *@!&*#%$@ blinking to stop. Thanks.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-30-17, 09:09 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 16,330
Posted By profstack

I contacted the mothership in Bamberg, Germany. ...

I contacted the mothership in Bamberg, Germany. The B&M person looked at the video, and at photos I sent. He proclaimed that there was no solution but to replace it. He wrote that I need to...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-30-17, 09:06 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 16,330
Posted By profstack

Yes, there is a taillight connected to it, and it...

Yes, there is a taillight connected to it, and it works as it is supposee to.

Modern dynamo lights have capacitors which keep the lights on for a few minutes after the dynamo stops spinning.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-23-17, 10:24 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 16,330
Posted By profstack

If I understand your question correctly, it is a...

If I understand your question correctly, it is a dynamo light working off the hub dynamo.

Today I went out and noted that it was not blinking. I spun the front wheel until there was enough...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-22-17, 10:50 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 16,330
Posted By profstack

Well, the blinking problem is back, and the...

Well, the blinking problem is back, and the weather is dry. Weird
Here is a 29-second video I took this morning: https://youtu.be/wKnnP6BK7RQ

I may have to put on the original dynamo headlamp...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
03-30-17, 07:35 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 16,330
Posted By profstack

No, it's directly connected into the unit. Too...

No, it's directly connected into the unit. Too bad.

It is running great now that it is not raining for a few days. But, I also use a 360 lumen rechargeable light for a bright and gently...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
03-27-17, 10:32 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 16,330
Posted By profstack

Thanks for the suggestions. The handlebar push...

Thanks for the suggestions. The handlebar push button was apparently corrupted by the rain/moisture. After a weekend to dry out, the headlamp, and taillight all worked fine this morning. Riding in...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
03-25-17, 05:52 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 16,330
Posted By profstack

Busch & Müller Luxos U Lumotec IQ2 Weird blinking problem

This concerns the dynamo hub Luxos U light (70 Lux).

The light is continually cycling through the light patterns, and the handlebar button as well as the button on back of the light casing do...
Forum: Electric Bikes
03-12-17, 10:30 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,917
Posted By profstack

This is what I use, from Park Tool. It handles...

This is what I use, from Park Tool. It handles the weight of the Ohm e-bike well, latching on the seatpost, in the manner of the photo in the previous post. It does take some oomph to get the bike...
Forum: Electric Bikes
03-12-17, 10:21 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,340
Posted By profstack

Your Gepida is a whole different platform and...

Your Gepida is a whole different platform and e-bike than the one I had. You will be fine. E-bike tech has improved a lot since 2011.

I'm still riding the 2012 Ohm Urban 700, now with larger...
Forum: Electric Bikes
01-22-17, 06:39 PM
Replies: 321
Views: 41,107
Posted By profstack

Ha! I had a wonderful pleasure ride yesterday,...

Ha! I had a wonderful pleasure ride yesterday, that was therapeutic for body and mind. Nice weather, too. There was nothing pointless about it.

Tomorrow's commute might be wet, but so what? ...
Forum: Electric Bikes
02-27-16, 12:33 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,962
Posted By profstack

I'm planning on going to the Portland, OR e-bike...

I'm planning on going to the Portland, OR e-bike show in May. Should be fun.
Forum: Electric Bikes
02-27-16, 12:32 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,524
Posted By profstack

I bring the battery inside to stay at room...

I bring the battery inside to stay at room temperature when not in use. I too noticed that leaving it outside in the cold temperatures affected its performance somewhat, and gave inconsistent...
Forum: Electric Bikes
02-16-16, 10:00 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 15,665
Posted By profstack

Why was this FIVE YEAR OLD thread brought back to...

Why was this FIVE YEAR OLD thread brought back to life?
Forum: Electric Bikes
02-16-16, 09:53 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,891
Posted By profstack

I checked out a 2016 Ohm Urban 700 the other day....

I checked out a 2016 Ohm Urban 700 the other day. It is less than 50# with fenders, rack, and that 557wH Bionx battery. A little over $4k, which is good for what you get, a very nice but large 500W...
Forum: Electric Bikes
02-15-16, 05:30 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,891
Posted By profstack

Okay, nice. Which one? The new sexy looking...

Okay, nice. Which one? The new sexy looking Faraday Cortland or the industrial strength Ohm Urban 700 ?
Forum: Electric Bikes
02-12-16, 10:13 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,891
Posted By profstack

The two Faraday Porteurs I rode didn't have a...

The two Faraday Porteurs I rode didn't have a noticeable front hub drag. I found it nice that I could easily ride the Porteur without any assist on level ground. The 40# weight is a good thing...
Forum: Electric Bikes
02-11-16, 10:04 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,891
Posted By profstack

Yeah, you're probably right. :roflmao2: All...

Yeah, you're probably right. :roflmao2:

All the $1999 Cortland S "early-bird" bikes are sold, so now its a $2399 price for the next 14 bikes. That's still $400 less than what the retail will be.
Forum: Electric Bikes
02-11-16, 11:01 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,891
Posted By profstack

My response is above. I don't know how many...

My response is above. I don't know how many Kickstarter $1999 Cortland S models are still available as the "early-bird" special, saving $800. To me, this is an awesome bargain.
Forum: Electric Bikes
02-10-16, 11:54 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,891
Posted By profstack

That might not be until late July. Today the...

That might not be until late July. Today the Kickstarter campaign reached its goal. I pledged more money and ordered the auxiliary battery pack, which hold 290wH. Now to be patient...
Forum: Electric Bikes
02-09-16, 07:02 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,891
Posted By profstack

Yesterday I pledged on their Kickstarter...

Yesterday I pledged on their Kickstarter campaign. Assuming the campaign succeeds (its at 92% right now, with 19 days to go), I'll get the Cortland S model. It is $1k less than the "classic"...
Forum: Commuting
02-06-16, 09:35 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 9,857
Posted By profstack

Mine is about 4.5 miles, down from a 400 ft...

Mine is about 4.5 miles, down from a 400 ft altitude to the water level and then back up to about 350 ft altitude. Uphill both ways! :p
Forum: Commuting
02-06-16, 09:32 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 7,189
Posted By profstack

Type of helmet for commuting

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The 661 "Comp" Full-faced helmet fits me perfectly, is comfortable, and offers chin and jaw protection. The visor is great for rainy commutes (a lot here recently), and the ears stay...
Forum: Electric Bikes
02-06-16, 04:08 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,541
Posted By profstack

This site has a lot of people who put their own...

This site has a lot of people who put their own systems together. I'm one of (I think) few who buys the ebike at retail with service provided from a LEBS. Your system sounds more than adequate for...
Forum: Electric Bikes
02-06-16, 02:05 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,891
Posted By profstack

New Faraday Cortland

I don't own a Faraday yet. My Ohm Urban 700 and Sport 750 are doing fine, but I like the look of this new version of the Faraday. This could be a cool sunny Sunday rider.

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Forum: Electric Bikes
02-06-16, 12:27 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,541
Posted By profstack

The motor quality and the battery management...

The motor quality and the battery management system are important. A really good one (like Bionx) will make sure nothing is damaged by reducing power as needed and then restore it when things cool...
Forum: Electric Bikes
02-06-16, 12:22 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,494
Posted By profstack

Great stuff. You can get as little or as much...

Great stuff. You can get as little or as much exercise as you need. Are you also an all-weather rider?
Forum: Commuting
01-13-16, 11:51 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 5,273
Posted By profstack

Yesterday on a dark damp morning, I took a tumble...

Yesterday on a dark damp morning, I took a tumble when I focused on the oncoming pedestrians on the bike trail instead of the curb that was curving to the left. VERY LUCKY I was that I fell off onto...
Forum: Commuting
12-25-15, 12:20 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,264
Posted By profstack

I don't commute on holidays. But I ride.

I don't commute on holidays. But I ride.
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-24-15, 04:13 PM
Replies: 321
Views: 41,107
Posted By profstack

Hee hee. The point of e-bikes for me is being...

Hee hee. The point of e-bikes for me is being able to ride everyday on the hills of this city. For the 60mph, I've got a 750cc motorcycle with way more protective gear on me than for pedaling at...
Forum: Commuting
12-24-15, 02:47 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 5,273
Posted By profstack

Seattle rider here: I've recently committed to...

Seattle rider here: I've recently committed to becoming a bad-weather-biker. At work I can hang up the wet stuff for the work day. A change of clothes for work from a convenient locker makes it...
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-24-15, 02:14 PM
Replies: 321
Views: 41,107
Posted By profstack

Lots of good comments, Romans 5:8. Thanks. ...

Lots of good comments, Romans 5:8. Thanks.

Last spring, I upgraded my Ohm Urban 700 with a new battery that "holds" 557wH of juice, good for over 60 miles with the rider (me) getting proper...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-16-15, 11:20 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,170
Posted By profstack

I'm in Seattle and enjoyed reading that article. ...

I'm in Seattle and enjoyed reading that article. I found my motorcycle rain overpants and am now ready to e-commute in rain or cold (but not ice) through the usually mild Seattle winter. I am a...
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-28-15, 05:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,429
Posted By profstack

Is the type of battery in the Bionx the same as...

Is the type of battery in the Bionx the same as that of the Tesla? i.e., is the 20-80 charging strategy effective for the Bionx and Tesla? With the range of the 590Wh battery, keeping it between...
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-28-15, 01:51 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,429
Posted By profstack

Oh, the email came from a query I made earlier,...

Oh, the email came from a query I made earlier, trying to clarify the best charging strategy to prolong the life of the battery.
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-28-15, 01:00 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,429
Posted By profstack

BIONX 555Wh battery capacity

In an email from Bionx, it was suggested that I totally run the 555Wh battery down and do a full recharge once in a while. That I did. BTW, I got the battery in June.

When there are none of the...
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-10-15, 01:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,282
Posted By profstack

Over 50# for a new e-bike is so 2010. Get it...

Over 50# for a new e-bike is so 2010. Get it closer to 40# or less to be desirable.
Forum: Electric Bikes
08-18-15, 10:37 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,375
Posted By profstack

My Ohm Urban, with updated 555 Wh battery is both...

My Ohm Urban, with updated 555 Wh battery is both commuter (when the morning weather is not wet) and weekend warrior distance machine. The commute is about 4.2 miles each way, up hill both ways.
Forum: Electric Bikes
07-30-15, 10:53 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,701
Posted By profstack

Yeah, that's the reality of it. My 60+ body...

Yeah, that's the reality of it. My 60+ body doesn't recover as quickly as it used to. Duh. Realistically, I think with Seattle's hills, I could ride for around 60 miles with a few breaks for food...
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