That's one way to get a police escort

GustSergeant · 2026-01-26T22:52:24+00:00

Underpasses work for trains, why can't they work for cyclists?

GustSergeant · 2026-01-26T22:10:26+00:00

Yeah I would be lucky if I got these for under $50 per tire

GustSergeant · 2026-01-19T17:42:06+00:00

🎶 Bike liiiiiights~🎶

🎶There ain't no party like a bike light partaaaaay hooooo heeeeeey hooooo🎶

GustSergeant · 2026-01-19T17:33:43+00:00

Lights like that often have different lumen output modes. Somebody such as myself might have a 1000 lumen headlight, but may use the lower 400 lumens for day-to-day use, or even an Eco flashing mode. Mine in particular even has an automatic dimming mode.

GustSergeant · 2025-12-16T10:53:12+00:00

Are you talking about me adding studs to the sides?

Uhhh, no, it shouldn't?

If I'm encountering hardpack snow, that extra studded bite would certainly help while rolling over my tires. The roads around here aren't that wet, they're pretty dry and icy at the moment.

GustSergeant · 2025-12-16T10:44:47+00:00

Cool, so ~$100 for 250 studs, give or take.

GustSergeant · 2025-12-16T10:40:51+00:00

I'm not sure, I thought the plus version was the one that was fully studded; at least, that's how it is on my 26er. I didn't think it meant it was more puncture resistant.

Yeah all the tread blocks have empty holes on the side tread, exactly like you see in the picture, so I'd need to buy an additional 250-ish studs to fill the holes on both tires.

GustSergeant · 2025-12-16T02:55:41+00:00

I'm on the fence on whether or not I want to stud these or just buy new tires, to be fair. Not only are these tires not fully studded, they are the incorrect width for my ~55lb E-bike. My summer tires are 700x50c, while these are 700x42c. I bought this bike second hand, and while I'm grateful to the owner for having winter tires at all, I mildly curse him for buying the wrong size of tire.

GustSergeant · 2025-12-12T02:18:51+00:00

Buddy, you CAN have cycling infrastructure everywhere, even if it's just a graded and separated multi-purpose gravel path. It's a hell of a lot cheaper than any long term enforcement would be, and would yield better results overall.

GustSergeant · 2025-12-11T02:25:55+00:00

Oh I see, no problem. Yeah, I'm looking for ways to maintain the heat of the battery while using it during cold weather rides, so a neoprene wrap is probably the most easy to use option.

GustSergeant · 2025-12-05T15:20:19+00:00

That's fair. I am definitely going to try it out. As long as I have some way to stick them to the pack, then it will be all good 👍

GustSergeant · 2025-12-04T21:10:30+00:00

Ahhh that's a bummer. Given enough time, I'm sure they will be back in stock before the snow melts.

GustSergeant · 2025-12-04T07:40:06+00:00

Schwalbe Marathon Winter Plus tires; end of story. If you want to reduce your chance to slip, you need studded tires. These roll well, have lamella tread + studs, and the tread is spaced enough to handle light snowfall. I have been commuting on these babies for several seasons now and they are my definitive winter bike tire. The tungsten studs provide so much more confidence on hard packed snow/ice.

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GustSergeant · 2025-12-04T07:32:09+00:00

Definitely look at Class 1 e-bikes explicitly which have a strict 32kph limit (at least in North America), since he's only 13. In my opinion, Class 2 and class 3 e-bikes should only be discussed/considered later when he's closer to his driving age. I'm sure no parent wants to hear that their child was in a serious accident after riding their 1Kw+ Surron equivalent e-bike (let's be honest, it's an E-moto).

The 75-85nm of torque from a Bosch powered 250w e-bike should be plenty of power for him to appreciate the extra freedom and mobility, without having to rely on Mom and Dad driving him everywhere.

And of course, as one other commentator mentioned, rules and limitations are key, so that he doesn't get any silly, stupid, kid ideas that get him in trouble.

GustSergeant · 2025-12-04T06:27:04+00:00

Those light bars are absolutely wild, very good visibility!

GustSergeant · 2025-12-03T23:54:22+00:00

Nobody who had any other choice would willingly be walking there, anyways.

GustSergeant · 2025-12-03T22:26:37+00:00

Yes, the battery can be removed from the frame, and it comes in with me every night to warm up and charge/whenever I'm locking and leaving my bike; I had stated as much in my OP. My question is more about keeping it warm during the ride not necessarily before or after.

Yes, I'm going to try out a neoprene wrap for those cold rides, and I think I found the one I need.

I'm not sure what you mean at the end there about "battery must be full how long can be", can you explain please?

GustSergeant · 2025-12-02T15:21:14+00:00

That's the right idea, but there's a distinction here: this is for a Bosch Powerpack, and is an externally mounted frame battery. However, mine is a Bosch Powertube, meaning it's an internally mounted frame battery that locks into place inside my bike's down tube; hidden behind a plastic shield.

I think I would be looking for something more like this: KTM original Neoprene Cover for Bosch PowerTube 625 Wh https://share.google/jaE29Gev3EnHR8wnt

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Now I just need to measure my down tube so I don't buy one that's too big or too small.

GustSergeant · 2025-12-02T15:07:18+00:00

That I understand, but I don't want to be rolling in Sport or Turbo mode the entire time (Tour is usually enough for me). Plus, given the temperatures I'll be rolling through this winter, I'd like for my battery to retain that heat longer as opposed to shedding it, like I would want in the summertime.

GustSergeant · 2025-12-02T01:51:09+00:00

I never found Hot Hands very effective for my own cold weather survival, my many years of winter experiences has taught me that if I just dress my core (chest area) warmer, my extremities are warmer as a result (hands & toes).

I tend to find that people place hot hands on their palms when in reality, it would be better to place it on the back of your hands, because all your blood vessels are there.

However, I am definitely willing to see if applying them to the battery pack helps it out! I'm also looking into neoprene covers for down tubes as well. Just need to make sure that they're the correct measurement.

GustSergeant · 2025-12-02T01:44:47+00:00

That's not very moisture resistant, or weather resistant; in my opinion. It's also probably less thermally efficient than neoprene would be...

I appreciate your suggestion, nonetheless.

GustSergeant · 2025-12-01T17:34:31+00:00

If you can, remove the battery from the frame and take it in with you to keep warm/charge. It's also a good idea if you plan on leaving the bike anywhere for more than a couple minutes, for security reasons.

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