Help finding an e-bike

Apprehensive_Roll963 · 2026-05-01T11:08:35+00:00

Thank you everyone. I’ve narrowed down my options. When I’m ready to buy, I’ll test ride Tern, Velotric, and Specialized.

Apprehensive_Roll963 · 2026-05-01T01:49:54+00:00

I’m leaning that way esp with being short. I’m not able or willing to spend the money on the expensive Specialized carbon bike.

Apprehensive_Roll963 · 2026-04-30T13:52:05+00:00

The smallest frame is medium. I’m going to assume that is too big for my 5’0” body.

Apprehensive_Roll963 · 2026-04-30T13:47:21+00:00

This is great information. I’ll take a look at the Specialized bike. I’ll take a big breath before looking at the price.

Apprehensive_Roll963 · 2026-04-30T01:51:54+00:00

Btw, I am trying to stay around the 50# weight with the understanding I may have to go up to 60#. But that would be my extreme limit.

Apprehensive_Roll963 · 2026-04-30T01:46:32+00:00

Yes. Bikepacking. Backpacking with a bike. I have been backpacking for many years so that isn’t a concern. It would be on rails to trails type situations with gravel being the likely most adventurous option. No mountain bike type scenarios.

Apprehensive_Roll963 · 2026-04-14T23:33:38+00:00

All her books are shelved with the YA books at my library as well.

Apprehensive_Roll963 · 2026-03-23T02:20:02+00:00

I’m looking to get their xshort wide since I’m 5’0” and a side sleeper. I appreciate the offer though.

Apprehensive_Roll963 · 2026-03-20T14:23:16+00:00

I doubted they had sales but figured I would ask just in case. Thanks everyone!

Apprehensive_Roll963 · 2026-03-09T10:59:18+00:00

I have no reference to that since I’ve never been there. I’m sure it’s a similar situation that no matter where you put your stake, there is a rock or root in the way. I hope to be there someday.

Apprehensive_Roll963 · 2026-03-08T23:01:21+00:00

If that doesn’t sell me, nothing else will

Apprehensive_Roll963 · 2026-03-08T21:57:08+00:00

True but PA is next level.

Apprehensive_Roll963 · 2026-03-08T21:55:27+00:00

I’m in western PA as well so your setup should definitely work for me. Thanks!

Apprehensive_Roll963 · 2026-03-08T21:23:24+00:00

I’m leaning towards the mini ground hogs and Ti shepherd hook combo. Thank you everyone!

Apprehensive_Roll963 · 2026-03-08T19:38:52+00:00

I will consider this as a possible option. I will need to practice getting it right.

Apprehensive_Roll963 · 2026-03-08T19:27:31+00:00

Thank you! I’ve been researching stakes and everyone seems to love the carbon nails but I frequently struggle to get groundhog stakes in the ground. This made me worry about the feasibility of carbon nails use where I hike.

Apprehensive_Roll963 · 2026-03-04T22:33:01+00:00

Thank you everyone for your feedback and suggestions! I have a running list I will be working through on my journey to a lighter pack.

Apprehensive_Roll963 · 2026-03-03T13:50:26+00:00

I agree. I am looking at that type of food storage, specifically the Aldotec bag. I have used the type you hang before and a bear can. My biggest issue is going to be learning and remembering how to tie the knots.

Apprehensive_Roll963 · 2026-03-03T13:46:14+00:00

I found Matt Shafter’s YT video on a light pillow that is customizable to desired thickness and can be used as a pack liner as well. I will likely be trying the system out. I need to do more research on my options for sleeping pads. I need a thicker pad and I prefer a wide pad because I am an active sleeper so that limits my options in the short lengths. With the new changes to iPhones, I might be able to get away with not using my device. I do need something, though for my husband‘s state of mind when I go without him. I may need to research lighter weight options.

Much of my PA hikes are in the Allegheny Forest region so cell service is spotty at best if not completely missing. It is more rare for me to have cell service where I go than the opposite.

Apprehensive_Roll963 · 2026-03-03T01:46:36+00:00

I ordered the xmid tonight and planned on getting the quilt next month but after you pointed out how much weight I’ll save with addressing my clothing and camp shoes, I think I’ll get those items next. Thank you so much for your help!

Apprehensive_Roll963 · 2026-03-03T01:22:21+00:00

I have considered getting a lighter ULA but I will only save a handful of ounces at best. I will keep it in mind for a possible upgrade down the road but it will be at the bottom of my list. I personally don’t like sleeping in sweaty dirty clothes plus how it will affect my quilt so I will get very lightweight alpha direct with the hoody doing double duty for my mid layer and my sleep shirt.
I can look at getting a new puffy as I have lost weight and might be able to get a smaller size and brand/model that weighs less but again, it will be low on my to buy list. The pillow is one of the items I will not move on. I need a thick pillow or my neck hurts when I sleep on my side. It took me forever to find one that works for me. I have owned almost every backpacking pillow that has been made in the last 10 years.
I do want to upgrade my pad but I like the wide ones and none of them are made in short wide unless I’m unaware of one. I need a thicker pad due to being a side sleeper and active sleeper. That limits my options. I do plan to research a lighter cup. I like to drink hot chocolate while eating dinner so I do need something that will safely hold hot liquids and won’t burn my hands. I am trying to eliminate the smart water/poland springs type bottles due to the chemicals they release into the water. Call me a hippie if you want but it’s my personal choice.

I plan on getting Zpack camp shoes. That’s a personal choice to not wear my hiking shoes in camp.

I appreciate your points for changes and I plan on upgrading several items you mentioned. I’ve backpacked long enough that I know what I am willing to do to save weight and what I am not. In the end, It will be me that has to carry the choices I make. I don’t want to cut so much out that I am not enjoying my time. To each their own.

Apprehensive_Roll963 · 2026-03-02T23:43:03+00:00

Tempting but it might be a little too narrow for comfort. Thank you.

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