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    Overtaking men on road bikes!

    I ride my ebike at 20-25mph with assist off as a matter of course. Why assume derestricted?
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    New Vitus Mach E for the Commute

    So i bought a Mach E from Chain Reaction Cycles a couple of weeks ago, exclusively to kit out for commuting. The main purpose is to encourage me to commute more in winter, especially as the route is hilly, and usually windy. I often check the weather and can't be bothered - I am hoping the...
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    Vitus Mach e

    I've bought one so I'll update you when I have it. I think the CRC description is wrong there is only an Alivio version. Obviously it's subjective but I think the finishes look fine. Can't wait for new bike day!
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    Vitus Mach e

    Hey any opinions on this for committing and bit of gravel? 9 mile hike rural commute. Was going to go for Ribble cgr but really long wait. This is a bit cheaper too. https://www.wiggle.co.uk/vitus-mach-e-urban-ebike-alivio-2020
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    Rural commute

    Hey thanks. I'm just keep coming back to the Ribble. Like you I think I would be happy riding with assistance only when needed and it looks like a decent bike to ride unassisted. Other days I might be looking for a bit of an effort. I'm in Scotland in the coast, having a wee bit of help in...
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    Rural commute

    Cheers. If much prefer 700/650b. Do you have any recommendations?
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    Rural commute

    Cheers but that's not what I need. I still want to keep my unpowered bikes.
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    Rural commute

    Hi Looking for a recommendation. Primarily for 9 mile/750ft each way commute in Scottish countryside. Some rough roads. Would really like some light off road ability. Ability to fit racks and guards essential. I'm a fairly fit, strong and experienced cyclist but can't always be bothered...