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> A lightweight carbon frame weighed down by a battery. My thoughts exactly. Who's the target audience? And at that price point?
by robert_foss 6y ago
> A lightweight carbon frame weighed down by a battery.
My thoughts exactly. Who's the target audience? And at that price point?
- jeffbee 6y agoThe price point is comparable to the Specialized Turbo Vado 5 SL, a third-generation e-bike from another American company. The weight savings can make a big difference when you have to carry your bike up stairs or bring it on a train. Keep in mind that e-bikes compete with cars.
- robert_foss 6y agoMaybe you're right. The Specialized Turbo Vado 5 SL seems to be 14.6kg, and this bike 11.8kg. If they're otherwise comparable maybe this bike actually makes some sense.
- jeffbee 6y agoBoth are lighter than most. Many e-bikes are over 50 pounds, sometimes way over. The Rad Runner is 75 pounds, the Strommer ST3 is 72 pounds, etc.