tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1530054815959548332.post7493808377027098991..comments2023-09-22T04:00:24.648-07:00Comments on pdxebiker: Rockin' the Sanyo Eneloop: A First Lookpdxebikerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12672315334229624888noreply@blogger.comBlogger5125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1530054815959548332.post-86976493958591834782010-04-11T20:51:01.085-07:002010-04-11T20:51:01.085-07:00Thanks, Velo Rep, for chiming in on that. I'm ...Thanks, Velo Rep, for chiming in on that. I'm about as far from a bike fit expert as one could be, but other models of ebikes are available in array of sizes, and as good fit is key to efficient (and comfortable!) function, I'd suggest shopping around a bit. Besides, its fun to try out the variety of models available.<br /><br />Ditto re: helmet.pdxebikerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12672315334229624888noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1530054815959548332.post-27521429531724769822010-04-11T19:02:46.755-07:002010-04-11T19:02:46.755-07:00Dave,
You could try a longer seat post, and if yo...Dave,<br /><br />You could try a longer seat post, and if you're primarily going to do bike paths and meander I'd guess it should be fine. However, there are other factors to be considered if you are going to log more serious miles; crank arm length should be around 175mm for your leg length, and the distance between the seat post and the handlebars should be longer (typically with a longer frame, but a longer handlebar stem would be OK, given Sanyo has a 1 size fits all "system").<br />Actually, the best thing to do is to try larger bikes, with or without a motor, and then go back to the Eneloop to see how a smaller bike feels.<br />It gets a bit more technical from here on out, so I'd recommend conferring with a forum, or I'm also available and knowledgeable on the topic of fitting.<br /><br />Remember to wear a helmet.... one save my brain - no doubt!VeloRephttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08911238108116285859noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1530054815959548332.post-77067306103245935862010-04-11T17:11:41.530-07:002010-04-11T17:11:41.530-07:00Hey, thanks for the review. I rode one out here in...Hey, thanks for the review. I rode one out here in San Diego and loved it EXCEPT the frame was too small for me. (I'm 6-2.) Did you think the frame could be comfortable for a tall person? Maybe I could buy a longer seat tube.MrDavehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13016408911013287242noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1530054815959548332.post-91847336912143029812010-03-10T17:07:32.090-08:002010-03-10T17:07:32.090-08:00Thanks Velo Rep! Its hard to gauge the amount of ...Thanks Velo Rep! Its hard to gauge the amount of assist by speed since it didn't have a speedometer, but it did feel like there was less assist as you went faster. I found the regen to be smooth enough that I didn't really notice it as I tested the cutoff switch in the brake lever, and unfortunately my ride wasn't long enough to gauge its impact on battery life. I've got a lot of other questions about regen, too, so it will be interesting to see how it plays out. Regen is interesting, as it seems to be everyone's first question, but its not widely available.<br /><br />In the future, if I know I'm going to be reviewing a product, I'll try to let folks know, so you can suggest things to concentrate on. This test bike, however, rolled into my lap, so to speak.pdxebikerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12672315334229624888noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1530054815959548332.post-55552436119423979092010-03-10T13:06:33.150-08:002010-03-10T13:06:33.150-08:00First of all thank you for the excellent post on y...First of all thank you for the excellent post on your experiences with the Sanyo Eneloop electric bike.<br /><br />If you get a chance to try the Eneloop ebike again, I'd be interested in your perceptions as to how the assist feels, and how the regen feels.<br /><br />According to the marketing description from Sanyo, the rider receives a the most significant assist from 0 - 6.2 mpg (which feels like barely moving, especially up a hill). Then, as the rider continues pushing on the pedals, going faster, the assist diminishes. The assist completely stops when the speed reaches 15mph, so beyond that point it's entirely up to the rider.<br /><br />Next, I'm interested in the regenerative braking which turns the motor into a battery charger. This works when the rider applies the rear brake, which automatically shuts off the forward drive, and begins generating energy for the battery. <br /><br />I believe the regen function works as long as the Eneloop bicycle is traveling less the 15mph. The rider can zoom down a hill well beyond 15mph, but all of that distance and speed has gone to waste if the bike is traveling too fast.<br /><br />So, with all of that said, if you can get a chance to try out the bike again, maybe you could pay particular attention to these little details. Also, the fit issues you mentioned in your post could be further explored (write to me if you have questions on fitting).<br /><br />Unfortunately, there are not dealers anywhere near me, in New England, either (according to the Sanyo website, 3/10/10)VeloRephttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08911238108116285859noreply@blogger.com