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358: The eBike Build Update
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محتوای ارائه شده توسط Tim Mooney. تمام محتوای پادکست شامل قسمتها، گرافیکها و توضیحات پادکست مستقیماً توسط Tim Mooney یا شریک پلتفرم پادکست آنها آپلود و ارائه میشوند. اگر فکر میکنید شخصی بدون اجازه شما از اثر دارای حق نسخهبرداری شما استفاده میکند، میتوانید روندی که در اینجا شرح داده شده است را دنبال کنید.https://fa.player.fm/legal
The big project for 2024 is building the ultimate custom e-bike. On this episode we update where I'm at with the project... have I narrowed things down or am I hopelessly lost in the paradox of choice?
e-Bike Build Update- Overview of the e-bike build vs. buy decision.
- Experiences and research done in Portland, Oregon, highlighting e-bike focused shops.
- Special mention of Nomad Cycles for custom bike builds.
- Discussion on the drawbacks of commercially available e-bikes, particularly around proprietary battery systems.
- Attraction to the "Biking Brian" style of massive battery and universal adapters for custom builds.
- Considerations against "chonky" e-bike frames for a sleeker, non-e-bike appearance.
- The decision leaning towards a custom build for its expandability and customization.
- Thoughts on suspension and tire width for e-bike comfort and stability.
- Exploring the option of converting the host’s Safari touring bike into an e-bike.
- Financial and technical considerations of a DIY build.
- Potential barriers and required new skills and tools.
- The sentimental value of the Safari bike and the implications of converting it.
- The downsides of rim brakes on an e-bike and the consideration of disc brakes.
- Timing concerns for the build project overlapping with prime touring season.
- Upsides of undertaking the e-bike project: a rewarding challenge, expanding bike mechanic skills, and personalizing the bike.
- Dilemmas between the ease of buying a pre-made e-bike and the appeal of a custom build.
- Future steps: considering all options post upcoming spring tour with the Safari bike.
- Closing thoughts on the e-bike build or buy journey and its implications for the host’s cycling future.
- Mention of Biking Brian’s build video and load management insights.
- Security considerations for e-bikes, particularly battery theft.
- Final reflections on the episode’s discussion and the ongoing decision process.
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محتوای ارائه شده توسط Tim Mooney. تمام محتوای پادکست شامل قسمتها، گرافیکها و توضیحات پادکست مستقیماً توسط Tim Mooney یا شریک پلتفرم پادکست آنها آپلود و ارائه میشوند. اگر فکر میکنید شخصی بدون اجازه شما از اثر دارای حق نسخهبرداری شما استفاده میکند، میتوانید روندی که در اینجا شرح داده شده است را دنبال کنید.https://fa.player.fm/legal
The big project for 2024 is building the ultimate custom e-bike. On this episode we update where I'm at with the project... have I narrowed things down or am I hopelessly lost in the paradox of choice?
e-Bike Build Update- Overview of the e-bike build vs. buy decision.
- Experiences and research done in Portland, Oregon, highlighting e-bike focused shops.
- Special mention of Nomad Cycles for custom bike builds.
- Discussion on the drawbacks of commercially available e-bikes, particularly around proprietary battery systems.
- Attraction to the "Biking Brian" style of massive battery and universal adapters for custom builds.
- Considerations against "chonky" e-bike frames for a sleeker, non-e-bike appearance.
- The decision leaning towards a custom build for its expandability and customization.
- Thoughts on suspension and tire width for e-bike comfort and stability.
- Exploring the option of converting the host’s Safari touring bike into an e-bike.
- Financial and technical considerations of a DIY build.
- Potential barriers and required new skills and tools.
- The sentimental value of the Safari bike and the implications of converting it.
- The downsides of rim brakes on an e-bike and the consideration of disc brakes.
- Timing concerns for the build project overlapping with prime touring season.
- Upsides of undertaking the e-bike project: a rewarding challenge, expanding bike mechanic skills, and personalizing the bike.
- Dilemmas between the ease of buying a pre-made e-bike and the appeal of a custom build.
- Future steps: considering all options post upcoming spring tour with the Safari bike.
- Closing thoughts on the e-bike build or buy journey and its implications for the host’s cycling future.
- Mention of Biking Brian’s build video and load management insights.
- Security considerations for e-bikes, particularly battery theft.
- Final reflections on the episode’s discussion and the ongoing decision process.
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