Wait a minute…I don’t have my Polestar yet…made a mistake asking for opinions here and sparking a full on EV debate instead.

1 sleep left :-)

Thanks FuzzyWuzzy – I am looking at a 2021 LRDM PP so more or less the same.  I think I’ll see how I get on with chucking the bike/s in the back for now. Been used to that with my current car and not been an issue. If anything it’s extra piece of mind knowing the bikes are secure when going for post ride coffee & cake :-)

that sounds promising dthom3uk. I was looking at a LRDM which will have slightly shorter range.

Thanks for all the opinions. I would say 95% of my charging will be done at home with me rarely exceeding 100 miles in a single trip. The China manufacturing?  I’ve not heard any claims about child labour being used and would obviously not endorse that.  In terms of the manufacturing process and quality; it’s made in a new purpose built factory.  Putting the mpg vs kwh running cost argument aside servicing is simpler and there is no road tax.

OK interesting feedback! I was about to buy a V60 CC (I had a V90 CC and an XC60 before that) then was seduced by the Polestar ! We have another car also which could be used for longer trips where downtime for charging might be an issue. The Energy Saving Trust used EV loan also makes it extra appealing.

Yes (not for business use). I don’t do a lot of miles per year ; main use is at weekend going hiking or biking.

Thanks SirHC. I’m in tow minds whether to try and negotiate a deal on the tow bar whilst buying the car or just see how I get on. I have a roof system as well, so could get new a new foot pack or rails, but not keen on the permanent impact on range and possible wind noise.

good thought but that’s a bigger change than I’m looking to make just now to the garden. Was in the progress of expanding robo’s route to cover more of the lawn before it packed up! Maybe I’ll carry on on that trajectory and get a smaller cordless of the remaining area.

Hey everyone I’m in a similar boat. Have around 1200 m2 and toying with idea of going electric. Was looking at the Cobra MX51S80V which has 2 x 40V 5.0ah batteries. That said not sure it’s enough for my area. Currently have about half the area covered by a flymo robo mower which is now kaput the rest by a Toro Timemaster which although big clogs up so much I’m looking to replace. Thoughts on petrol vs electric?

Thanks everyone. Still on the hunt for something better

Yes it is…the motorbike chains are not easy to handle either. Maybe I can link up multiple D locks 🧐

Seems the cash back deal is not available any more :-(. People selling shared accounts on eBay though 🧐

Thanks all

Details of the frame:
Frame

Thanks stevious looking forward to this ..

Thanks everyone..looks like a goer 😁

Thanks looks promising. I’d be on 28mm or 32mm GP4000’s

Thanks good advice..

Yes I believe so. I was out and about when the Dr called and was unable to jot down all the information.

Sorry tomhoward don’t know what test that is. Is it liver function?

• frequent urination
• constant thirst
• always being tired
• blurred vision
• cuts and bruises that are slow to heal
• frequent infections
• tingling or numbness in your hands or feet

I’ve experienced about half of these (blurred vision, peeing more and tingling hands)

Thanks BWD. No one I know has a smart trainer. I’m getting a bit fed up of this. Think I’ll buy a £100 bike from Argos and watch Netflix instead of all this complications.  🤪

Yeah thought about power meter pedals or cranks on a cheap(er) spin bike but the pedals are expensive and you need look shoes (which neither I or any other family member has). Cranks? Possible if I could find a bike that uses normal cranks!

DT78 I’m thinking that something with a larger flywheel would be better like a life fitness ic5 or Kettler Racer S. Wattbike is only one that seems to control the resistance from Zwift however. Not sure if that is important.

Thanks have other reasons for having an indoor bike such as having something all the family can use.

I’m between this and a few other bikes such as the Life Fitness IC5 or Kettler Racer S. Would be great to hear opinions.

Also interested in any feedback on this and comparison to other smart bikes like the watt bike

I’m looking at this also. Seems to be a distinct lack of connected exercise bikes vs turbo trainers.

I’ve got one! Pretty good do it all bike. Was between this and the Kona equivalent

Thanks for the advice. I have bad posture; one leg shorter than other and hip rotation issues on one side so they fitter will have his work cut out! . I’ve pretty much followed the standard advice and trial and error so far. I guess in the scheme of things the cost is small compared to what we spend on bikes and bits :-)

Tiny wings, really bad chess (which is really good)

Flipboard

The Zenith is 11.6kg if anyone is interested.

New beastie …will post thoughts later..

Good idea

Looks nice..I thought about one and bought a Saracen Zenith….

http://www.saracen.co.uk/bikes/mountain/trail/zenith/zenith-carbon

anyone know the weight of the Saracen Zenith?

actually just order an off the per Zenith – price was too good to refuse.