Recent content by reluctantsuburban

Back again with another Craigslist bike to see if anyone has any feedback. At this point, I am keeping a search on CL for used MTBs while I wait for doing some test rides next weekend to get a better feel for the range of bikes that are out there. In particular I am hoping to come away from the...

Yeah, good call. Read a bunch about it on a forum over at Electric Bike Review and came away inconclusive. Sound like the motor is not wound for higher speeds? Link here: https://electricbikereview.com/forum/threads/would-like-to-go-faster.2929/page-6 One thing that was interesting to me was a...

Thanks wturber. I think you are right in terms of choosing a direction and just going. I am scheduled to rent an ebike next weekend to drive it around a bit. I hope that will allow me to choose FS or hardtail with confidence. Once I have that, it's just a matter of picking the kit (assuming hub...

Hey Craig, this is helpful to hear, especially if you know the type of roads that I'm talking about. The variety of opinions here is...overwhelming :) Do you still have a front suspension fork? Or totally stiff frame? Honestly, I would be very interested in a mid drive for the ability to...

Definitely an option. Major concerns for me are: lack of top speed (limited at 20mph, I believe?)with it being a fat bike, do I need to worry about tire wear on a 20 mile one way commute? whether or not the owner did a good job of maintaining battery None of those are a deal-breaker to me...

Hey All, Really appreciate everyone continuing to comment. Even in the midst of some disagreement, as a noob, I am benefitting from hearing the different perspectives. Sorry for not posting for a while. I think I'm getting to the point where the sheer amount of advice is more confusing than...

Agreed to MadRhino's point that this will likely not be my last bike. I can imagine I won't know what I want until I'm regularly riding. That's part of the reason that I don't want to break the bank on this build. But, if that means selecting a frame with a clearer upgrade path later, I would...

Hey MadRhino, thanks, this is helpful. I definitely don't know my MTBs. If I don't have plans to upgrade would you still say no the Fuel 80? Or if I went geared hub instead? Eager to hear your thoughts. At this point in time, I can't see myself comfortably riding beyond 30 mph. Seems like a lot...

Just looked at Luna and priced it out, mine came closer to 1000...what battery did you go for and what's your top speed?

I think given my relatively flat commute and budget, I'm better off with a hub drive. Less wear on components, too. Although, if your experience is different. I'd love to hear why you prefer the mid drive!

Really briefly (replying from work), the ebay motor you linked says it is compatible with v-brakes, which I assume means I am good to go if I do purchase that Trek. Just FYI! Thanks for all the feedback.

yes - based on color and brake, I think I narrowed it down to the 2003 model. Thanks for the link!

Sorry for incorrectly labeling that as a DD motomech. I see now it is geared--my mistake! I think a front disc, air shock rebuild kit, and air pump are all reasonable. You prefer the WTB Slicks over Marathon Plus? That's what I have seen recommended most frequently so far. Do you think I could...

Hey wturber--thanks again for your feedback. Very helpful. The rear rack seems like it may be a challenge, as that is something that I don't think I can commute without. I think you are right on listing out all of these extras, but considering what a deal I am (potentially) getting here on the...

Would anyone be able to weigh in this Trek Fuel 80? https://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/bik/d/trek-fuel-80-full-suspension/6711453532.html