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    Brompton Folder-Help me before I do something stupid-But pro

    Thanx Slacker, but link to your build will not open except for ad for Kalkkoff with pic of cute chick. But will pursue Birdy as cheaper alternative
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    Brompton Folder-Help me before I do something stupid-But pro

    Thanks for replies. Yes, $1000 should build a nice EBrompton but as noted there is a shortage of used Bromptons which is only folder that will roll correctly after folding.(I cannot carry it too far)(If you know another folder as compact and easy to move after fold then sound the alarm) And it...
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    Brompton Folder-Help me before I do something stupid-But pro

    My eye sight is diminishing due to a detached retina and old age. In fact, I failed my drivers eye exBrompton-am and expect to lose my license. However, the proper ebike will keep me independant and mobile for my remaining years. I am focused on a Brompton ebike based on its fast fold and...
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    Controller Interchangeability

    I need 2 controllers replaced; one is a Wilderness Energy 36v brush-less and the other is an eZee 36v brush-less. I don't expect to increase the voltage. Must I use the name brand replacement? Any suggestions where to get the best price?
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    First all electric motorhome

    Article claims 180 mile range at 65-70 mph http://blog.rv.net/2010/12/first-all-electric-motorhome-introduced-at-louisville-rv-show/#more-19386
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    Long distance candidates - Gasoline? Propane?

    Over on the http://www.motoredbikes.com/index.php forum, a man named Paul Crabtree (recently deceased, RIP) posted under the forum name of "bamabikeguy". Paul used to travel about 500 miles a month on his gas powered bicycle with a rack mounted Golden Eagle Bike Engine (GEBE). He went from...
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    an ebike for able disadled

    Look at these videos for Day 6 bikes and check out the ebikes on the same website http://www.day6bicycles.com/video.html http://www.day6bicycles.com/index.html
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    eZee: More battery options in Fall 2009

    Renaissance Bike Co sells the eZee kits and will upgrade to the new batteries for $200 to upgrade Battery to 14Ah Polymer pack for longer range and 40% more capacity and $100 to to upgrade Battery to 8.5Ah LiFePO4 pack with carrier rack for longer cycle life (hopefully). I don't know who sells...
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    Funny Tour de France

    Imagine taking a leisurely bike ride in France when suddenly.................. wOur8qXvpnk
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    STOLEN BIKES....HOW TO GET THEM BACK

    Probably best advice given. In my city, bikes can/should be registered ($2.00). That way, police have absolute identity when they find it.
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    STOLEN BIKES....HOW TO GET THEM BACK

    Sorry your bike was stolen. I Originally filed a police report which was a big help getting my stolen bike back. I also posted a stolen report on craigs list and posted some flyers in the neighborhood. Mine was recovered incidentally when the police served a warrant on the thief for a different...
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    Bicycle Stolen within 4hrs in UK Theft Hotspots

    THE POLICE FOUND MY BIKE. :shock: :D I just came back from the police warehouse where I identified my Breezer which was stolen about 3 months ago. Seems they served a warrant on a guy on a separate charge and found the bike. Everything seems to be intact but I'll bet the lithium battery has...
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    debate on universal access to health care

    Of course it's Republican! You don't expect the Democrats would tell you this would you?
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    debate on universal access to health care

    This article has identified the precise nature of the problem, (begin rant) i.e., that the medical profession has become a veritable gold mine for the elite in the industry including Doctors, hospitals, drug companies, pharmacies, insurers, etc. Unfortunately, the solution's suggested by this...
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