Originally Posted by
Mtl01
Would you consider an pedal assist e-bike? I was at my LBS and they had an e-road bike that hardly looked any different from a regular road bike.
You could use that in a group ride and easily keep up. Then use your current road bike for when you ride alone and aren't slowing a group down.
I'm 68 and can certainly see the value in having one for some rides (like very windy days, lol). I will consider it for my next bike.
I found a 2 year old model (as a new purchase) for just under $3,700 with full Ultegra Di2. My terrain makes every ride a less than easy ride.
Rear hub, Class 1 motor. It gets me up steep hills I struggle with, it gets me up extended moderate grades I struggle with, it extends my range, it allows faster recovery from tough rides so I can ride more often. It is not my only bike. 72 yo.
Pictured bikes 60years apart - what's so different?!?
I don't ride with groups. Best check group ride rules and level of arrogance & intolerance.
…and yeah, 10 pounds of equipment, not including your water bottles, should dictate a weight reduction program, thru lighter or multi-use tools. Trust your equipment, thru good maintenance and pre-ride checks.