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I’ve got analysis paralysis… a direct, Xpedition vs. Abound shootout would be amazingly helpful. I don’t think anyone else has made that video. While Abound looks like a nicer, more finished product, limiting it to class 2 feels like a deal breaker. Giving Abound class 3 and an extended range battery would make the decision easy. Giving the Xpedition a torque sensor and suspension would make the decision easy in Lectric’s favor.
Just my opinion but I think battery range and speed are over emphasized unless you are a die hard commuter (10-20 miles). Since almost everything I may want quickly run out and get is less than a 7-8 mile round trip, PAS to 50 miles is more than enough. Class 3 to (ex) 28mph I think borders on dangerous. 20mph in almost all cases (esp with kids aboard) is adequate. Going down at 28mph is rough (done that).
Hey folks I have been checking out the All of there bikes. And all of them are exceptional. I don’t need a bike this big or long but these guys do everything right. I still think I need a folding bike. So the jury is still out hey just maybe I will win one…….. great review..
Great bike. I bought one after seeing this video (I live in the same area in Portland). Going up the hills is great on this bike. The rear basket was too big for me (my mistake) and now I am trying to return the rack. Email reply is slow 24-48 hours. Flat rate return $15. Now, if you want to return this bike to them the postage for the bike is expensive. I suggest going to a local dealer and riding the bike you are interested in and see if the price at the dealer is the same as the listed price.
