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eBrent
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The eBike is dead...

Started this discussion. Last reply by DamianM May 18. 11 Replies

On the ride home tonight as I was heading up KEDRONBROOK road! my eBike just went dead!Now that wouldn't have been an issue so much, but the bloody thing weighs about 25kg when the pedal assist isn't…Continue

Rear (or front) Safety lights - FOR SALE

Started Apr 19 0 Replies

Hi allI created a post in the for sale section on some surplus safety lights..CheerseBrentContinue

Rear (or front) Safety lights

Started this discussion. Last reply by eBrent May 21. 4 Replies

I bought too many of these rear safety lights, so I'm selling the rest off. I'm only covering the cost of what they cost me.. I thought there was only one light per pack...…Continue

Another "new" (old) bike

Started this discussion. Last reply by eBrent May 15. 13 Replies

Was walking round the strathpine markets this morning when I came across this little beautie....Not sure of the year - but I don't think it's that old.. yet.All I know that it is a Schwinn Stingray…Continue

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Lazy Sunday Cycle June at South Bank Parklands [between the Wheel of Brisbane and QPAC; CityCycles available in the same location and very welcome!]

June 3, 2012 from 9:45am to 11:30am
The next Lazy Sunday Cycle is THIS Sunday!MEET: Please meet at South Bank Parklands between QPAC and the Brisbane Wheel at 9.45am for a 10am start. RIDE: The ride will be from South Bank to West End/Orleigh Park and back to South Bank. It's pretty much flat for the whole route and 99% traffic free.FOOD: Sausage Sizzle at Southbank donated by Team Leader David Saunders.See you on Sunday!!See More
14 hours ago
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eBrent replied to Chris Cox's discussion Coxy's daily rant
"You've missed your calling as a graphic designer Paul...  Those are some very "round" riders/runners. Maybe in a few months they will look more like the velo but smaller.."
14 hours ago
eBrent replied to DamianM's discussion Good bike shops
"Have to give a shout out to the guys at Avanti Plus in Alabany Creek I rode the new bike to work yesterday and noticed my left crank or pedal was making a rather loud cracking noise under load. Took it in to the shop last night to be checked over…"
16 hours ago
eBrent replied to Aaron Ball's discussion Kedron Brook Road
"A very typical story there Aaron.. Each and every I ride into work (and home), I have an issue with KBR. I have started "taking the lane" and looking at my speed, I am actually speeding (45km) yet I have drivers sitting so close behind me…"
17 hours ago
Raymond replied to eBrent's discussion My New Bike
"Oh c'mon Brent stop teasing - you'll need to upload some bigger pictures! ;)"
yesterday
eBrent replied to Rachel Smith's discussion This Sunday - Lazy Sunday Cycle - 9.45am from South Bank Parklands
"Time to get the stingray out again!"
yesterday
eBrent replied to eBrent's discussion My New Bike
"+1"
yesterday
Mike Bentley replied to eBrent's discussion My New Bike
"Hi Big Steve - I musn't be part of the "most people" sweeping statement you describe above . . . I find it a lot easier riding my e-bike than a normal bike and I have got 2 of them as well. When I come to any decent hill it is like…"
yesterday
eBrent replied to eBrent's discussion My New Bike
"I have been riding the eBike without the "e" for a few weeks now. So 13min off the non-eBike :) If I was to compare.. would be about the same time really. "
yesterday
Melvyn Yap replied to eBrent's discussion My New Bike
"Nice! Is it 13mins less compared to your electric bike?"
yesterday
eBrent replied to eBrent's discussion My New Bike
"Everything is smoother with the Scott... :)"
yesterday
Shaun Moran replied to eBrent's discussion My New Bike
"Nice looking bike Brent and a great pic. I bet you notice the improved shifting with the 105 rear gears?"
yesterday
Big Steve replied to eBrent's discussion My New Bike
"Very cool! :)"
yesterday
eBrent replied to eBrent's discussion My New Bike
"OK!Here is the bike in all its glory! and me.. First ride to work this morning.. Took a massive 13min off my time! And that was with tired legs from the weekend. What an amazing bike.. Bum is sore from the new seat - but its just a matter of HTFU I…"
yesterday
Big Steve replied to eBrent's discussion My New Bike
"Haha... my contention that most ebikes aren't really worth the hassle.  By the time you take off the battery, electronics, and weight of the motor, plus the fact that they are usually (not always) coupled to very average bikes... so most…"
Sunday
eBrent replied to eBrent's discussion My New Bike
"Funny you should mention that. The kit was returned, looks like they replaced the motor and control box. I might set it all back up for a casual trip to the shops bike..."
Sunday

Profile Information

What sort of riding do you do ?
Commuting, Road Cycling, Mountain Biking, Track Cycling, Recreational, Touring, Whatever
Where in Brisbane do you live ?
Zillmere
Tell us about your bikes
Converting my Avanti Atomic to an ebike.
About Me :
Looking to meet people, have fun and just enjoy Brisbane. Oh and be safe.

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Converting my bike to an eBike

Posted on January 11, 2012 at 11:30am 5 Comments

I used to be a keen casual rider. Canberra was where it all started, with its beautiful paths through beautiful gardens.

Since moving to several different states, the interest in riding had dwindled, coupled with the fact that Adelaide was far too dangerous to even think about getting on a bike. Melbourne wasn't much better.

Since moving to Brisbane - I have decided to get back on the bike. After a recent kidney transplant and a few years (all my life actually) of being…

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At 3:56pm on January 10, 2012, DamianM said…

Hi there Brent

Welcome to Brisbane Cyclist!

 
 
 

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