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power assist for your commute?

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Old 14-07.-2008, 12:13 PM   #1
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Default power assist for your commute?

I'm considering commuting to work next year. Its 25 miles each way with a few big hills. Thats a good 1.5 hrs of pedaling.
Anyway, i'm looking for a way to ease in my commute. Any comment on the NuVinci kit? Or would the chain drive kit be enough? I'm looking for top end speed!
http://stores.ebay.com/Bicycle-Scoo...ine-Motor-Sales
Whats the website of the electric hub company? I'm sure the place i work at will let me charge up my batteries.
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Old 14-07.-2008, 08:53 PM   #2
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Smile Re: power assist for your commute?

Try, "Bion X". It's hub driven, with lithium ion battery, up to 350 watts of power.
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Old 17-07.-2008, 08:00 AM   #3
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Default Re: power assist for your commute?

Thats rather expensive. I'm sure its worth it for the right person. Any comments on that engine kit i listed above? Is the Nu vini worth the extra money? I'm looking the easiest commute. I have a couple big hills and i also need top speed to reduce my commute time.
Also looking to reduce the fatege in my hands. The vibration from the handlebars is intence. Would a carbin fiber fork help? I'm running 559/1.50 kenda - kwest
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