Hey guys, I’ve finally decided to own up to my failure and ask for some help!
Last September, after a lot of research I bought a 2018 Cube Acid Hybrid One 500 new from Leisurelakes. I ‘sized down’ (17”) slightly on the frame as my height etc put me in the middle - despite this, the thing is just far too damn big for me.
With the seat at the lowest, I can just barely touch the floor. I find the huge wheels and size/weight of the frame to be a huge disincentive to get it out - my house has a log narrow corridor that I can only just fit the bike through!
As such, after a ~£2100 investment in bike and equipment, I’ve probably done ~150 miles and it’s sitting in the shed.
Don’t get me wrong, it’s a lovely bike and once out and about really pulls. For the right person (or different circumstances re house and no back garden access without going through house) it would be great.
Also, no easy paneer solution was a pain. Anyway, rant over.
I’m looking for either a) suggestions/solutions for how to make this work for me or, possibly more likely b) Suggestions for a cheaper/smaller/lighter commuter electric bike.
I’m a larger guy at 220lb, 5”10 but with short legs (29/30”).
Thanks. Feels good to get off my chest! Thanks in advance!
Last September, after a lot of research I bought a 2018 Cube Acid Hybrid One 500 new from Leisurelakes. I ‘sized down’ (17”) slightly on the frame as my height etc put me in the middle - despite this, the thing is just far too damn big for me.
With the seat at the lowest, I can just barely touch the floor. I find the huge wheels and size/weight of the frame to be a huge disincentive to get it out - my house has a log narrow corridor that I can only just fit the bike through!
As such, after a ~£2100 investment in bike and equipment, I’ve probably done ~150 miles and it’s sitting in the shed.
Don’t get me wrong, it’s a lovely bike and once out and about really pulls. For the right person (or different circumstances re house and no back garden access without going through house) it would be great.
Also, no easy paneer solution was a pain. Anyway, rant over.
I’m looking for either a) suggestions/solutions for how to make this work for me or, possibly more likely b) Suggestions for a cheaper/smaller/lighter commuter electric bike.
I’m a larger guy at 220lb, 5”10 but with short legs (29/30”).
Thanks. Feels good to get off my chest! Thanks in advance!
