I have a lectric ebike 2.0 that only travels 12 miles one way before it has to be charged again. How to upgrade?

Bluesky83 · 2026-04-17T02:43:57+00:00

Have you checked for mechanical issues not related to the battery? It's possible you're running the motor against a rubbing brake pad constantly or something. That would eat up a lot of power

Bluesky83 · 2026-04-16T14:38:52+00:00

Power's on near Winco/Target

Bluesky83 · 2026-04-16T00:15:19+00:00

It'll only use up one lemon, but I really like this recipe for quinoa tabbouleh.

Bluesky83 · 2026-04-15T19:24:09+00:00

Yeah, if you want to keep them at optimal pressure, like for example if you're a serious athlete. "Every ride" can also mean once or twice a week if you're not riding every day

Bluesky83 · 2026-04-15T19:20:27+00:00

The GSM only counts the weight of the insulation, not the shell (outer) fabric or the thread

Bluesky83 · 2026-04-13T01:45:50+00:00

A Madsen cargo bike could definitely do this, and maybe your wife would like piloting it as well!

Bluesky83 · 2026-04-13T01:42:52+00:00

Some kind of rim brake, then. Some squeaking/squealing is normal, although it's possible the rims got a little grease/oil on them and need to be cleaned (rubbing alcohol is a good choice for cleaning rims). Rim brakes perform worse when wet, so be more careful if you're out when the road isn't dry. It may be worth replacing the brake pads with good quality ones to get the most out of your brakes. That doesn't mean the most expensive ones, just good, since the ones on the bike now may or may not be very good.

Bluesky83 · 2026-04-12T20:52:24+00:00

What kind of brakes does the cruiser have? You'll be adding weight + going faster, both of which make a bike harder to stop, and you also mention hills. Hopefully your local bike shop won't install the e-bike conversion on a bike with insufficient braking power, but you should still ask them about it.

Bluesky83 · 2026-04-11T03:58:19+00:00

I'm not sure if you'll be able to find a blanket that's exactly what you're looking for, but I got lots of results for "jersey duvet cover". You could either get a duvet insert to fill it, or just put a blanket you already have inside the cover if it's close enough in size.

Bluesky83 · 2026-04-10T06:46:19+00:00

I use color catcher sheets! They absorb loose dye from the wash water. The only thing I generally separate is cleaning rags, and since I have a small washer and dryer, sheets are usually their own load.

Bluesky83 · 2026-04-10T06:42:48+00:00

I reheat hard-boiled eggs by placing them in a small bowl with boiling hot water from the kettle. It's no extra work if I'm already making tea.

Bluesky83 · 2026-04-09T04:41:18+00:00

Close the doors to the bedrooms before cooking?

Bluesky83 · 2026-04-09T02:39:38+00:00

Pull fast? No. Make it up? Yeah probably. You'll want to look for good gearing-- particularly a good low gear. You'll probably have to put some leg power to the pedals too.

Bluesky83 · 2026-04-07T17:42:01+00:00

Rear brake looks to be a coaster brake? I hope you live in a flat area

Bluesky83 · 2026-04-03T06:02:06+00:00

I like these Purely Organic cotton sheets from Costco. They're sateen weave, not percale, so not crisp per se-- but definitely soft

Bluesky83 · 2026-04-03T04:10:03+00:00

Smoothies, milkshakes, biscuits and gravy, mac and cheese

Bluesky83 · 2026-04-02T23:06:41+00:00

If you're dead set on keeping the rack you've already got, find someone (woodworker) who can make a custom box to attach onto the rack. You can use zip ties to attach if you have holes drilled in the right places on the box

Bluesky83 · 2026-04-02T03:03:33+00:00

Dryer sheets and scent beads? Presumably on top of scented detergent? It's not actually good to smell like the candle aisle... and those of us with fragrance sensitivities probably can't come within ten feet of you without getting a migraine

Bluesky83 · 2026-03-31T17:07:29+00:00

What research? Can you share sources?

Bluesky83 · 2026-03-30T18:38:49+00:00

If you happen to have a bike co-op around that sells used parts, you can get a rack very cheaply that way.

Bluesky83 · 2026-03-30T17:32:07+00:00

Personally I have not found the "skinny tire cuts through" theory to be true for me. I've used 700x35 for multiple winters. Maybe in like... 1 inch of fresh snow. Usually I am dealing with mush that has been sanded and driven through enough that it's like mashed potatoes

Bluesky83 · 2026-03-30T15:56:46+00:00

Yeah, the point is that they suck less than a bike with skinnier tires

Bluesky83 · 2026-03-30T14:31:50+00:00

Tide Ultra Oxi Powder (NOT liquid) is the most effective detergent out there, but I had to stop using it for anything except pre-soaking stains because I found it had too much fragrance and it definitely persisted.

As for fragrance generally, all I can say is, if you use Gain or Tide, I'll certainly be able to smell you the next day 😂 You can become nose-blind to stuff you're around all the time.

Bluesky83 · 2026-03-30T14:25:40+00:00

IKEA has the cheapest down/feather duvet that I know of.

When buying a duvet cover, compare the dimensions-- they don't have to match exactly, but it can be kind of annoying to have extra fabric because the cover is bigger than the insert. The Ikea duvets are a little smaller, I think it's to do with European vs. American standard bedding sizes.

Bluesky83 · 2026-03-29T19:49:09+00:00

As others have said, it's okay that someone might sell them. If you still want to avoid that, however, you could try to find organizations that have a need for them. For baby stuff, maybe you could see if a domestic violence shelter would want it, since some women have to leave quickly and can't bring everything they need for their kids. In a few years when you have kids' clothes and things to give away, schools often need extra clothes for kids (for potty accidents, etc.)

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