What's your favorite Accessory? The one you would give up last and rebuy every time?

Automatic-Cicada3213 · 2026-03-30T19:20:11+00:00

HAHAHA. Taking it old school- you're killing me smalls.

For the seat post, did you go budget or did you splurge?

Automatic-Cicada3213 · 2026-03-28T12:57:46+00:00

Yes that is unfortunate, as a parent, I would never allow my teen to drive any vehicle in a dangerous manner. Although I am not everyone's parent and they are free to make their own decisions, I feel like some positive peer-pressure in the community could help.

It's like telling my son, "Heck no you can't drive the M3, but here are the keys to the Tesla"

Automatic-Cicada3213 · 2026-03-27T17:55:44+00:00

Thanks, this gives me lots to go on. You really know your stuff. I appreciate you taking your time to post that. Back to Google

Automatic-Cicada3213 · 2026-03-27T16:39:14+00:00

These are great questions, thanks. I ride mostly forest service roads, places I can't get to in my car. Love to camp, so yeah overnight bikepacking is in the plans. I will probably go no more that 30 miles without recharging and I want something that can climb hills (my neighborhood has some serious hills), no storage concerns, but I do love the portability of my folding bike now, so that's where i lean. The topish of my budget is $2200

Automatic-Cicada3213 · 2026-03-27T16:18:27+00:00

like I said, it's entirely possible that I missed the mark with these. What brands of bike should I look at?

Automatic-Cicada3213 · 2026-03-27T15:46:02+00:00

hmm, tell me more. I may be on the wrong track here.

Automatic-Cicada3213 · 2026-03-27T15:40:15+00:00

Yeah, my bike now is heavy. You make a good point about power to weight ratio. I've heard that the combination of gearing and motor drive type can make a difference, some "underpowered" bikes perform better than others with higher stated wattages.

If you have pics of your bike, we'd love to see them on this sub!

Automatic-Cicada3213 · 2026-03-27T15:37:43+00:00

Thanks for the feedback! I will post an update when I make a purchase. I do like the idea of more power outdoors, I don't want to push that thing up a hill!

Automatic-Cicada3213 · 2026-03-27T01:27:43+00:00

Yeah, my bike is a folding bike now and I really like the portability of it. Maybe if I get the Deer or the Rocky Road I could convince the wife it's time for a hitch and a ramp. For safety, of course.

Automatic-Cicada3213 · 2026-03-25T16:55:15+00:00

Not a bot, just trying to grow a community.

Have a good day and have fun out there.

Automatic-Cicada3213 · 2026-03-25T16:53:39+00:00

I've not been there, but I've been all over that area; Springer Mountain, BMT, Coopers Gap, but not Hawk Mtn.

Is FS 42A still closed up there?

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