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Forum: Electric Bikes
09-30-23, 10:04 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 490
Posted By KPREN

Bafang often announces nee stuff long before you...

Bafang often announces nee stuff long before you can find it in the USA. I don't know what to tell you if $300 is a lot of money for you other than maybe you should cut bait and abandon your...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-22-23, 11:44 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,025
Posted By KPREN

As a metallurgist the first photo screams crack.

As a metallurgist the first photo screams crack.
Forum: Touring
09-18-23, 09:04 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 5,190
Posted By KPREN

Anything in Western West Virginia or Eastern...

Anything in Western West Virginia or Eastern Kentucky
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-13-23, 09:23 PM
Replies: 223
Views: 7,415
Posted By KPREN

To those of you who think that I do not get as...

To those of you who think that I do not get as good a workout on my e bike as I would on a regular bike: It is not your responsibility to see that I get a good workout on a bicycle. Staying fit is...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-12-23, 06:38 AM
Replies: 223
Views: 7,415
Posted By KPREN

Everything I said is not wrong when applied to a...

Everything I said is not wrong when applied to a written article and that was the discussion here. You are talking individual feel-good-ism and as far as I am concerned, that is not real value.
You...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-12-23, 06:22 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 2,883
Posted By KPREN

I have no room on my Jones loop bars. rear view...

I have no room on my Jones loop bars.
rear view mirror, 2 long grips, e bike controls, throttle, cell phone holder, e bike display, watt meter, mug holder, dropper post control, bell, two brake...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-12-23, 05:56 AM
Replies: 223
Views: 7,415
Posted By KPREN

Nice work, better has to do with anatomical,...

Nice work, better has to do with anatomical, physiological and psychological for each individual person so using the word value is actually a pretty accurate single word and the word, numerical is...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-11-23, 10:35 PM
Replies: 223
Views: 7,415
Posted By KPREN

It doesn't make it wrong either. That all...

It doesn't make it wrong either.
That all depends on the definition of a "better workout". A better workout entirely depends on individual needs and not on any generalization's. A better workout...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-10-23, 07:05 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 4,184
Posted By KPREN

I built an e bike for my wife in 2015 that she no...

I built an e bike for my wife in 2015 that she no longer rides but I decided to build myself a touring e bike in 2016 following a second hospital stay because of bonking. In the early days I used...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-10-23, 03:50 PM
Replies: 223
Views: 7,415
Posted By KPREN

I can only speak for myself. I definitely get a...

I can only speak for myself. I definitely get a better workout on my e bike than I did on my regular bike and its way cheaper. For me, bicycling is one of those activities where passion and...
Forum: Touring
09-05-23, 08:38 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 7,743
Posted By KPREN

Does not have to be any of the suffering above at...

Does not have to be any of the suffering above at all. Bikepacking is considered to be touring unsupported off road. Generally with a lighter rig but not always. My bikepack rig is a fat e bike...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-05-23, 08:24 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,186
Posted By KPREN

Cartridge bearing and not 100% water proof and...

Cartridge bearing and not 100% water proof and neither is the rest of a bike. Fortunately, it is very easy to pop the seals out of a sealed cartridge bearing, wash wash the bearing out, repack them...
Forum: Electric Bikes
08-26-23, 05:11 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,120
Posted By KPREN

That is tough to answer for sure. Is your son...

That is tough to answer for sure. Is your son legal to ride a fast e bike?
The size of battery is directly proportional to the speed of travel. A fast e bike will need a 500 watt hour battery to...
Forum: Electric Bikes
08-26-23, 04:48 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,911
Posted By KPREN

I could have been much more clear as I assumed...

I could have been much more clear as I assumed nothing but it could be read that way. I was sorry to hear about your accident and that was one thought. Without explanation I commented on earlier...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-25-23, 08:47 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,701
Posted By KPREN

I would like to believe that its not possible to...

I would like to believe that its not possible to multi task while driving but I did it daily flying airplanes in the soup. Flying on instruments and radios while talking to control on a radio, all...
Forum: Electric Bikes
08-25-23, 08:21 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,911
Posted By KPREN

My comment was not about your Ripracer being...

My comment was not about your Ripracer being involved in you accident. I was saddened by you accident. My comment was about your bike being prone to motor overheating and just letting you know that...
Forum: Electric Bikes
08-25-23, 05:42 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,911
Posted By KPREN

Sorry to hear about your accident. My guess is...

Sorry to hear about your accident. My guess is you were borderline on frying the motor with a single speed with the power and what you were doing. I would suggest you go over to Grinn Technologies...
Forum: Touring
08-23-23, 01:27 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 6,737
Posted By KPREN

Gear I don't leave at home on bikepacking trips,...

Gear I don't leave at home on bikepacking trips, as strange as it may seem, is this tiny four pound poodle ...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-23-23, 05:17 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,672
Posted By KPREN

Only you can answer that question from a health...

Only you can answer that question from a health standpoint but, given the information you have given, the task sound reasonable. Get a good nights sleep, fuel up properly and stay hydrated. Can you...
Forum: Electric Bikes
08-16-23, 05:49 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,647
Posted By KPREN

You admit that you are close to being pushed over...

You admit that you are close to being pushed over the edge otherwise you would not have included the details or posted in this thread. You would like me. I have two other nasty habits. I Alpine and...
Forum: Electric Bikes
08-16-23, 05:37 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,647
Posted By KPREN

I will continue to carry one frivolous item with...

I will continue to carry one frivolous item with me on all of my trips. Something I would probably not carry without being electric. My four pound phantom poodle. The carrier, the dog and the...
Forum: Electric Bikes
08-15-23, 08:45 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,647
Posted By KPREN

I certainly did not think that off road touring...

I certainly did not think that off road touring was in my future and kinda went there kicking and screaming about it. I got into e biking because I stupidly built an e bike for my wife and got...
Forum: Electric Bikes
08-15-23, 08:12 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,647
Posted By KPREN

There are four batteries on the bike. One in a...

There are four batteries on the bike. One in a gray bag behind the saddle.
I have yet to figure out what typical is. I am still searching for that number. The rig you see above was about 425 lb...
Forum: Electric Bikes
08-13-23, 04:38 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,647
Posted By KPREN

Touring bike picks

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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-11-23, 08:11 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,453
Posted By KPREN

Oh for cremini sakes. I am not running a nanny...

Oh for cremini sakes. I am not running a nanny state
So when it comes to E bikes and your own ego, what are you pretending not to know?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-11-23, 05:11 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,453
Posted By KPREN

I take it that you have not lost your health in a...

I take it that you have not lost your health in a big way as some point and are reasonably fit. A bicycle is self balancing and can replace a walker. I have built 15 e bikes for people over 80. All...
Forum: Electric Bikes
08-10-23, 05:41 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,647
Posted By KPREN

I have an electric titanium fat bike built for...

I have an electric titanium fat bike built for touring. The setup is 26"X4.8" tires, GX 11 speed drive train, 11-46 rear cassette, 2,540 watt hour battery and 52 volt 15 amp charger. On a break I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-30-22, 02:33 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 6,658
Posted By KPREN

If you are talking salted roads and slush, then...

If you are talking salted roads and slush, then electric is not better. If you are talking fat bike studded tires off road, then hell yes electric is better.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-29-22, 05:01 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 6,658
Posted By KPREN

Studded fat tires, Alpine skis and a boat on the...

Studded fat tires, Alpine skis and a boat on the Gulf of Mexico.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-26-22, 10:21 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 6,182
Posted By KPREN

Was all set to increase my biking miles after...

Was all set to increase my biking miles after sorting out all the issues with my bike. I love my bike. I just screwed myself for the increases in riding and will even decrease my riding for a while....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-26-22, 10:11 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 3,074
Posted By KPREN

My attitude has changed from "Bicycles are for...

My attitude has changed from "Bicycles are for people who lost their license for DUI" to touring and riding for relaxation, recreation and exercise.
Forum: Fatbikes
10-25-22, 09:43 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 14,362
Posted By KPREN

I would disagree with this based on design of e...

I would disagree with this based on design of e bikes. Most fat tire e bikes are cheap. The fat tires are a consequence of making a cheap e bike. It's much cheaper to make a fat hub motor than a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-16-22, 10:40 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 2,853
Posted By KPREN

The steepest I have climbed is sand dunes at...

The steepest I have climbed is sand dunes at maximum stacking angle on my electric fat bike. They are not super high but if you are not going to make it due to looping out, you push hard to get rid...
Forum: Touring
10-16-22, 10:21 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,653
Posted By KPREN

You can get fat bike tires all the way from super...

You can get fat bike tires all the way from super low rolling resistance to that of a bulldozer. This bike is enormous with tires over 30" tall. With the trailer the rig is almost 12' long and weighs...
Forum: Touring
10-16-22, 07:37 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,653
Posted By KPREN

I built a fat bike for this purpose. I started...

I built a fat bike for this purpose. I started with a titanium frame and built up from there. I has a BBSHD drive with 11 speed 11X46 tooth gearing. The battery system consists of four batteries...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-29-22, 11:12 AM
Replies: 445
Views: 19,669
Posted By KPREN

This whole thread actually belongs in the new...

This whole thread actually belongs in the new Trolling forum because that is exactly what it is.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-29-22, 11:05 AM
Replies: 445
Views: 19,669
Posted By KPREN

Do you hit them when you encounter the hard of...

Do you hit them when you encounter the hard of hearing or do you take the grass?
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-28-22, 08:09 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,429
Posted By KPREN

Your answer here is only adding to my willingness...

Your answer here is only adding to my willingness to oppose your ideas. You are playing a bit too close to the rules set forth by Sol Alinsky
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-28-22, 07:49 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 839
Posted By KPREN

Typical West Appalachian plateau, no shoulder and...

Typical West Appalachian plateau, no shoulder and death on both sides if you hit it fast. For that I prefer my 30" tall 4.8" wide tires and off-road geometry if I have to hit the ditch. Many roads...
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-28-22, 07:10 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 839
Posted By KPREN

Okay, I watched the full video. I believe that...

Okay, I watched the full video. I believe that the bike probably is a 750-watt nominal motor, but the battery technology will not support the 750 watts. Probably only 500-600 watts max. A higher...
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-27-22, 07:59 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,429
Posted By KPREN

Smile Would you prefer acoustic bike over Analog bike...

Would you prefer acoustic bike over Analog bike or Dinosaur bike?
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-27-22, 07:47 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,429
Posted By KPREN

I see you as a huge threat and a threat to your...

I see you as a huge threat and a threat to your own possible future. Be careful what you want to overregulate.
I am part of a bicycle group that rides three days a week on MUP. There are currently...
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-27-22, 07:15 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 839
Posted By KPREN

There are E bicycles out there that are meant to...

There are E bicycles out there that are meant to be pedaled without power or low power and E bicycles that are meant for mostly throttling. If a bicycle has large diameter tires, a modest battery and...
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-26-22, 01:32 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,429
Posted By KPREN

I take it you are not in the USA where bikes can...

I take it you are not in the USA where bikes can have throttles and still be classified as a bicycle.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-26-22, 12:30 PM
Replies: 445
Views: 19,669
Posted By KPREN

Just catching up after being gone a week riding...

Just catching up after being gone a week riding my E bicycle along the Erie Canal.
I do not see this as a straw man argument at all. The message in this thread is clear. There are a bunch of...
Forum: Fatbikes
09-25-22, 07:53 PM
Replies: 330
Views: 79,902
Posted By KPREN

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_3346_0008cad8545c5d92bd92a3d07e67f95e9087e461.jpg
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-16-22, 10:00 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,979
Posted By KPREN

I justify my E bike 100% on the fun factor alone....

I justify my E bike 100% on the fun factor alone. Everything else is just gravy.
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-16-22, 06:07 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,611
Posted By KPREN

I would not have done this conversion. The most...

I would not have done this conversion. The most power you want on a fork like that is 250 watts with no throttle. The torque is likely to break the fork.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-16-22, 05:52 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 6,633
Posted By KPREN

I know that this saddle is way above your budget...

I know that this saddle is way above your budget but is worth mentioning because your bike is basically junk if you can't ride it very far. Until I got this saddle, the furthest I could ride was...
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-13-22, 10:42 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 824
Posted By KPREN

Spontaneous lithium-ion battery fires are rare...

Spontaneous lithium-ion battery fires are rare enough that nearly every one of them is published. Fires involving accidents, including all types of batteries are much more common. Lack of common...
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