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    The good news is that ebikes do come in all kinds...

    The good news is that ebikes do come in all kinds of varieties, including fat bikes, mountain bikes, road, commuter, hybrid, city, cruisers, eTrikes, etrailers, fully engineered and kits available...
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    I'm planning to purchase an eBike spring of 2015....

    I'm planning to purchase an eBike spring of 2015. Perfect for my needs and geography, which includes lots of rolling hills

    One can get a very vigorous workout on an eBike because the level of...
  3. Popped in to a different LBS right by my home. ...

    Popped in to a different LBS right by my home. They actually carry Trek and I had visited them when I was looking to purchase a bike but then ended up buying my Specialized. They will work on just...
  4. I ordered a riser handlebar with some sweepback....

    I ordered a riser handlebar with some sweepback.

    This one (Amazon)

    Sunlite Mountain Bike 3" inch Rise Alloy Black Handlebar

    17417

    27-1/2" Wide (which I will have the ends cut down to...
  5. Okay my neck and back bother me on the Vita Comp...

    Okay my neck and back bother me on the Vita Comp Hybrid. The stem length is fine now. However, I need a less aggressive riding position. The issue is the brake cables are short, so any significant...
  6. Ironically my saddle has been comfortable from...

    Ironically my saddle has been comfortable from day #1. While I like the increased length of the stem that I had installed the other week, my back is hurting about 4 inches below my neck. I have a...
  7. My LBS put a longer stem on my Vita Comp today...

    My LBS put a longer stem on my Vita Comp today and had me try it out. I definitely needed a longer stem as I was too crunched in on the bike. My height warrants a size XS but my body reach...
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    It's like saying some people drive recklessly so...

    It's like saying some people drive recklessly so cars should be banned. You have to be held accountable for following rules and laws. And if you do that, you should not be punished because others...
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    Can't speak to having them on mountain bikes, but...

    Can't speak to having them on mountain bikes, but as a middle-aged, out-of-shape woman, I would love some pedal assistance on my bike for hills or even just getting through red lights faster. ...
  10. Thanks so much for the response, Seajay! I...

    Thanks so much for the response, Seajay!

    I have the Vita Comp aluminum frame/carbon fork, (not the base Vita). I dropped my Vita off for it's 1st tune up and talked to the repair guys for awhile....
  11. I'm going to have to have my stem raised or...

    I'm going to have to have my stem raised or otherwise have higher-rise handlebars put on my Specialized Vita (hybrid). I'm experiencing a lot of neck pain and hand numbness. I finally realized the...
  12. I also have a Prius (3rd generation model, 2010)....

    I also have a Prius (3rd generation model, 2010). I purchased the Allen MT1 compact folding rack. It works ok for me. I think I would prefer a hitch rack but I'm not interested in spending the $$$...
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    I purchased a Specialized Aspire. $65. Very...

    I purchased a Specialized Aspire. $65. Very comfortable with lots of vents and easy to fit with the dial in back.
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    I'm having this problem too. I have very very...

    I'm having this problem too. I have very very poor core strength and I carry a lot of excess weight in my abdomen (think Apple shape). I also am large busted and have neck problems (and yes I too...
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    I know this is a very old thread, but I am one of...

    I know this is a very old thread, but I am one of the shorties here, at barely 5'0". I purchased a Specialized Vita Comp in the XS frame, which is the size I needed. I can stand over the top bar...
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    Interesting thread full of great advice. I am...

    Interesting thread full of great advice. I am soaking it all up (pun intended).

    Let me just say as a noobie rider, who can only go about 5 miles total on completely flat, shaded, smooth bike...
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    I recently purchased a 2014 Specialized Vita Comp...

    I recently purchased a 2014 Specialized Vita Comp in an XS frame. That's the only size I could straddle while standing over the bike. I too was looking at the FX (7.5) but felt I got a better fit...
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    I ordered a basic magnetic-type trainer and also...

    I ordered a basic magnetic-type trainer and also a front wheel riser. Nothing fancy.
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    I'm only 5'0" as well. I ended up purchasing a...

    I'm only 5'0" as well. I ended up purchasing a Specialized Vita Comp in an XS frame, which fit me better than the Trek frame, which wasn't as small. It's a hybrid, but more towards a road bike in...
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    I went to school in AZ for college so I do...

    I went to school in AZ for college so I do remember what 105 - 110 degrees is like. The only good thing is the lower humidity, but it's beastly hot in the summers, as I very vividly recall. And the...
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    Right now I'm keeping the regular pedals on my...

    Right now I'm keeping the regular pedals on my bike though I do have a set of SpeedPlay Light Action clipless pedals and cleats that I am waiting to have mounted. I need to get a pair of shoes as...
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    In the morning the temps are lower but the...

    In the morning the temps are lower but the humidity is at its highest -- 90% - 98%. gahhhh. I went out one morning and I was soaked by the time I took my bike out of my car. As the temperatures...
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    Noob & So Out of Shape

    The last time I rode a bike was at least 25 yrs ago. Now I'm middle aged with a lot of excess weight. :eek:

    Purchased a Specialized Vita Comp 2014 model last month and have been on a few rides. ...
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