Recent content by Steve.Morris

Hello - OP Here... Wow - So this thread took off. I considered a hub drive because I could add a torque sensor to it - and I'd really like to have a torque assist motor - but I just don't know that I can afford the new kid on the block (BBS Ultra) or if the other one I've found (TSDZ2) would...

Yes, I am counting the cost of the bike I just bought on craigslist - it is a 2013 Giant XTC

I considered a hub motor but my concern was that my weight would be hard on a wheel and I'd be replacing wheels/spokes more often that I'd like to (which, really, is more than 0) Here's what google maps shows as my elevation for my ride home: Here is the grade chart

Would a Suspension Seat-Post be sufficient?

Hello; Hey all - I've been lurking a while and learning about e-bikes. I've decided to do a DIY build and will be building up a BBSHD. I have a plan of action but I would like some feedback from all the other DIY'ers here. I've decided on a mid-drive because given my weight (see below) I fear...