Mike Tyler, Lives in Shropshire, England. Likes walking, cycling and the community. Currently ride an EMTB Voodoo Zobop-e and a Boardman ADV 8.9. I do a little running, dad, foster carer, and love my community.
Hello, new subscriber here! I've just bought this bike and find the gearing a bit 'off' as you did. Would you be able to film how to do the adjustments? That would be really helpful 😊
Nice MTB - i am Daniel/Dan, i don’t know if you remember me though. I was friends with Alex H. :) I ride mountain bikes and i have a Specialized Rockhopper
Thanks Mike - live close to this and have been discovering all the trails recently. I was searching for the perfect woody route I can quickly do in an evening and this is it. It's also great because when you get to the turn back down the way you've already come, you could repeat the circle section as many times as your want 👍
Did it today - last Forrest climb after the golf course is actually a bit of a killer 😂 especially in the wet. Those damn tree roots. Great route though!
@MikeTyler only issue currently is with stock there aren't any close to me rn So I might in a small bit one of the vitus e-sommets that are 2022 instead of 2023 as then they are 30% off baseline then I can get more off after
Stock seems to be an ongoing issue, I guess because I represent good value. The Virus will be a great bike to I'm sure. Never rode one but the whole range seems to get very good reviews
@@DylanMcleavy I still love it, but must admit it gets little use these days as have little children... Now riding a standard hard tail with a toddler in an trailer 😂🥰
what do you think is better? this or the CXR 8.9? overweight female, wanting road bike not to aggressive that can go on some tracks and paths with kids? plus dealing with our terrible roads! 5ft 7 female. I wont be tearing around the place I was set on the CXR but then found the ADV 8.9 and think this would be better but I am so new to this?
Morning, thank for your comment. I've looked at the specs for the CXR 8.9 and it looks very good! However, I have never ridden one. I have had a couple of road bikes previously and I personally find them quite scary! 😂😂 I also had a lower spec Cyclo-cross Boardman some years ago (I can't recall the model), and although I liked it, and it was faster on the roads than the ADV, I still prefer the ADV as I feel it is a bit more forgiving and gentle the wider wheels and fatter tires. I try to avoid main roads, I prefer riding on tracks and cycle routes, and most of the time, it's with my children. So I think it really depends on the riding you are going to do. I would love to know other people's thoughts on this? Maybe Halfords will loan me one to test!? 😂😂🥰🥰
You n ed to keep an eye on the battery level, so if you notice you're getting low, keep it on Eco. Once you get going, it's fine then. The breaks are hydraulics disk, not the best but fine if you're not into anything too extreme ☺️
Hi I like your vids👍..I'm buying a engwe engine 750w ebike..how long do you think it would take for me to cover 20 mile to work? It will go up to 30mph... many thanks Daz
This is a UK road legal bike, So they are all the same. You have to pedal for the motor to give assistance. When you buy them they give assistance up to 15 mph, anything faster than that is pedal power. You can download an app to increase the speed by changing the region/ country.
Went out on it Wednesday with stock brakes, it was a bit sketchy down hill. Ordered a Tektra Orion 4 piston for the front. Installed it yesterday and my god what a difference in braking and the best thing it only cost me £50 for the caliper ,brake lever and a new rotor.
@@MikeTyler , I do like to venture up on the North Yorkshire Moors so the upgrade was essential. Now to find a good way of transporting my camera and tripod so I can do a bit of photography as well!
Getting one delivered this week, do the brake levers have built in sensors to cut the motor when braking?. Asking because the first thing I want to do is swap out the brakes.
For some reason I can't see which video you have commented on, I can just see the comment. However, I am guessing you're talking about the trails afterwards the Wrekin. If so, a good place to start is new works, or St. John's church, on the Dawley road in Lawley.
I think as I live near blists hill the paths to telford n other parts of the silkin way that have wider paths for cyclists to pass each other and more cycle marking as most people walk on the cycle path and needs more repair to it so less bumpy n a jolted spine
Agreed, I spend a lot of time saying excuse me to people walking on the cycle paths.... However, when I'm out walking with my family, I think we also walk on the cycle paths! 😂😂 I think the council are trying to improve them
Hi Mike, I am looking to buy a Bizango. Trying to decide on frame size. How tall are you that you decided to go for Large. I am 174cm and been advised to go for Medium
Hi Robert, great question. I'm around 6'1, or 185cm, and have long legs so went for the large. They are big bikes so I think a medium would work well for you
Great video Mike,it looks really smooth out on the trail. Very tempted to buy one, It's funny but I think 15.5 mph is fine for the trails but I'm sure I've read that 20 mph is okay off-road? Cheers mate and subbed.👍🍺
Thanks for subscription, 15.5 is fast enough on the trails like you say, but a little more speed would be great for longer off road tracks. And it's slow on the road
The paths are on the local ordinance survey maps, So I just go and play. Great fun on an ebike as you can go up and down as much as you like. I head out from st. John's church in Lawley through new works, toward the Wrekin. There are miles of paths to explore
Saying “thank you” to pedestrians and fellow cyclists, is free and a gift that keeps on giving. Nice to know there is at least one other person in Telford who understands the importance of good manners while out on the trail. 🙏
@@MikeTyler No worries! It was both a pleasure and a honour to be watching your YT post. Alas I witness first hand, the bad manners of fellow cyclist every time I take my bike onto The Silkin and it drives me mad. I will never understand the reluctance by cyclist in saying “Pardon me” or simply using their bell to warn other people of their presence. This is why I felt the need to comment.
Maybe we should get a local ride together organised. We have a good bunch that rides together in the Horsehay area. You would be more than welcome to meet up. I'm a heavier rider looking to shed a good few stones.
Oh, and have you taken it up the Wrekin yet? You should. I'm 22st, it's hard work, but worth doing as much as you can. Breathtaking views as you know, but this entry bike allows it to happen. So happy.
Watching this again now, for about the 40th time. Finally, have my Zobop. I waited for so long, and it has put some miles on now (not nearly enough). I came back here to reminisce tbh, as I was very much inspired during 2020 to get out and do stuff. Your video always pops up, and I've lived in Lightmoor since 2010 :)
@@cossiep269 that's great going. I haven't got to use mine much, as the kids keep me busy. I'm doing more miles on my normal mountain bike as I ride with the kids
