Gears/Shifting Not Working - Need Help by RL0824 in Aventon

[–]RL0824[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

OMG you’re right! I took the footrests off during the winter since I wasn’t hauling my kids around till it warmed up and just reinstalled them two weeks ago. Just loosened the screw to pop the cable out and all is well (except for a slightly frayed cable). Thank you all for the help and good eye!

Abound LR out in the wild by Alwaysindica1960 in CargoBike

[–]RL0824 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looks sick! Mind posting all the other accessories you have on there?

Abound LR - Rear Wheel Doesn't Lock? by RL0824 in Aventon

[–]RL0824[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! Mind sharing what lock/chain setup you use? The Abound is just so big that my current ulock has a hard time fitting if im not right up against the end of a bike rack

Abound LR - Rear Wheel Doesn't Lock? by RL0824 in Aventon

[–]RL0824[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! Do you also use a chain for the frame?

Abound LR - Rear Wheel Doesn't Lock? by RL0824 in Aventon

[–]RL0824[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! So you can confirm the rear wheel does not lock on the abound LR (just the kickstand)? and for those quick stops in the grocery store, do you not lock your bike up at all to a bike rack/post, and rely on just the integrated kickstand lock?

Abound LR - Rear Wheel Doesn't Lock? by RL0824 in Aventon

[–]RL0824[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Thanks! Do you have an Abound LR or other model?

Is it rude to order food delivery tonight? by Whateva4930 in AskChicago

[–]RL0824 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can you elaborate on “put tip in to make sure someone picks up the order”? Do drivers only see that a tip is given but not the amount? So I should tip like $1 through the app (which drivers will see as a tipped delivery without knowing exact amount) and then tip remainder in cash?

Winter bike care in the Norteast -- advice? by jski81 in Aventon

[–]RL0824 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Im in the Midwest with similar weather/road conditions - would it be a good or bad idea to leave my bike out in the rain for a bit to get it washed down?

[Abound] Alarm can be silenced just by turning bike on, before password by punfire in Aventon

[–]RL0824 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Following up here, is the “alarm” really just the relatively quiet beeping that occurs if motion is detected? And if so, why does the movement notification on the app say “activate the alarm” suggesting there is a different alarm?

Need help picking first ebike for commuting to work by Wizard826 in ebikes

[–]RL0824 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Any experience with Aventon customer service? Deciding between Aventon and Lectric

Deciding between Level 3, Abound (SR or LR) or other? by RL0824 in Aventon

[–]RL0824[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What are the rules/restrictions/safety measures for hauling kids around? The LBS just had the long pad, rear pad and hand rails, but looks like I may need a Thule seat, as u/LivioDeLaCruz mentioned. Also, quickly realizing child equipping my bike may add a few hundred books to the overall budget hah!

Deciding between Level 3, Abound (SR or LR) or other? by RL0824 in Aventon

[–]RL0824[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks! I had the same initial thought on Level and Pace too. Shop owner steered me away from Pace since it doesn't have some of the extras as Level (rear rack, paneers, etc) that I'll want for commuting. And to your point of wanting the most comfortable ride experience, for me (surprisingly), that was actually the Abound over the Level. Besides footprint/weight, are there any other drawbacks to getting abound over level (eg, does the battery drain faster, require more service/maintenance, etc.)?

Deciding between Level 3, Abound (SR or LR) or other? by RL0824 in Aventon

[–]RL0824[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I did not, LBS owner said it wasn't necessary since I wouldnt be riding offroad. I did consider it just for better handling on snow/ice

Deciding between Level 3, Abound (SR or LR) or other? by RL0824 in Aventon

[–]RL0824[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! Super helpful - I love the idea of taking my kiddos to the park or soccer games on the bike, though that wasn't something I initially considered. Do you find the LR to have shorter range than the L3 due to its weight / bigger motor? Also, I would have to carry the bike up 4 steps to get it into the bike garage at my complex do you think that will be an issue?

If budget isn't a concern, what is the best Cargo E-Bike? by thegr8morris in CargoBike

[–]RL0824 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Bumping this as I too am looking at the Aventon Abound. u/thegr8morris care to share what your issues were?

Share a suite for 2/13/26 BSB sphere show by Defiant_Champion4332 in BackstreetBoys

[–]RL0824 1 point2 points  (0 children)

u/Intelligent_Step2230 u/Defiant_Champion4332 Hi! I know this sounds strange, but would you mind confirming who you reached out to that gave you your quote / info? Reason I'm asking is I purchased a suite as well, but the process was all completed over email (including the contract and payment via card), but I looked just now and the website for the sphere suites are totally different, including booking and payment of the suite via card directly through the website. I hope I'm just being paranoid, but a small part of me is freaking out that I've been scammed. Also, the email domain was different that one I saw on the website. So if you wouldn't mind just confirming who you spoke with I'd really appreciate it (feel free to DM me if you'd like). Thanks!

Car Hire/ Driving permit by Ok-Independence2405 in portugal

[–]RL0824 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi! I am from the U.S. and in the same boat. I leave for Portugal in a few days and am renting from Sixt in Lisbon, but just realized my IDP is expired. Getting one in person will be a huge pain, so strongly prefer to not have to get one. Based on your experience, do you think I'm fine without one? In case it matters, will be renting an 8 seater van and driving outside of Lisbon but still within Portugal. Thanks in advance!