I have (as some of you know a M20i Gain) Love it so much, however it doesn't take a guard. So I'm getting an alloy version for winter riding. For those of you who may know? What guards have you fitted and what max tyre width have you managed to get under them?
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The app does one more thing that may or may not be useful to you. As delivered the power for each of the three levels is set at 100%. I've left it at this until I get more used to the bike but if you feel that any of the levels is providing too much power the app allows one to set each level at whatever they want, so you could leave level 1 at 100%, set level 2 to 80% and level 3 to 70% power or whatever you want. This may lower your power level and theoretically waste less battery power and as far as I am aware the only way to fine tune the power levels is on the app. I also found the voice annoying, but was able to turn it off somewhere in the settings so now it is blissfully quiet.
robgul
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Ah - that's all good then - I'm not over-concerned about the battery charge level (the indicator lights tell me on a basis that's close enough) or the assistance/motor watts stuff. I work on the basis that never mind all the stats I'm pleased if I get home after a ride, whichever bike I'm on
Rob
Scaleyback
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I have full length SKS mudguards (Bluemels I think) on my D30. I have a 38c tyre on the rear and a 35c tyre on the front. I found the 38c tyre on the front caught the guard stay when subjected to bad surfaces (vibration) It is not dangerous just an annoying 'Zzzz' The 35c tyre gives that little bit of extra clearance.
Maybe with trial and eror and mudguard adjustment you could get away with 38c on the front ? Of course tyres do vary in size (even within a stated size)
so your experience may differ.
Widge
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I wonder if any kind soul on this thread could take a moment to read my post regarding sizing issues with the Orbea gain?
https://www.cyclechat.net/threads/new-bike-sizing-dilemma-any-wisdom-appreciated.251514/
I'm not sure that I ought to cross post the thread?
Many Thanks
Widge
https://www.cyclechat.net/threads/new-bike-sizing-dilemma-any-wisdom-appreciated.251514/
I'm not sure that I ought to cross post the thread?
Many Thanks
Widge
Widge, I got a medium. I'm taller than you ride with a 120mm stem. Normally I ride a 56cm, the medium is equivalent to 54cm. You need a small. It ain't that small, I've seen plenty in my LBS. They told me I needed a M, was sceptical at first. However as soon as I sat on I knew what they where getting at.
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Thanks Scaley, I'm happy with 28-32 tyres, so it doesn't seem a problem?
Scaleyback
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Hi Widge,
I also think you need a small Orbea Gain. I am about 5’8 1/2 these days (shrinking) I have always ridden a medium (54cm ?) in other brands and was reluctant to accept Orbea dealer advice to get a small Gain. But I got the small and it is perfect. Plenty of adjustment of course.
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Southernguns
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I agree with Storck and Scaley: go for a small. According to the Orbea sizing charts I should be a large, but I test road a medium and it felt right. Scaley and Storck also advised me to stick with the Medium and it is the correct size for me. I had a bike fit recently and had to have a couple of things changed as the bloke doing the bike fit said it was just a smidgen too big!
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Southernguns
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Also I am in Somerset if you want to try a Medium. It will confirm if it is too big.
I bought my D30 from a bike shop near me - closer than your 200 miles if you are in S Devon. I can let you have the details if you wish.
I bought my D30 from a bike shop near me - closer than your 200 miles if you are in S Devon. I can let you have the details if you wish.
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Widge
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OH HOLY DONKEY RISSOLES..........
I've only just gone and bought it!
The '105' equipped D30, for just a couple 'o hundred more than a D50, that vickster spotted (Thanks vickster and Southernguns!)
It was their 'showroom model' hence the clearance price I suspect-but I am assured it is all pukka and will be pdi'd/shipped ready to go during the week........
I really kind of wanted the D50......but as usual, for all the huff and puff, Tredz actually only have Medium in stock. All others pre odered for September. Everywhere else I looked had a similar story ,especially for 'small'
I hope I have done the right thing? Shimano 105 is way above my pay-scale! I've never had hydraulic anything so hope I can get my head around the brake set-up etc.
The salesman seemed to think the size would suit me too (He WOULD say that though wouldn't he?)
Watch this space,
Please do your best to reassure me won't you? Its a big spend for a bottom-dollar merchant like me.
Thanks to everyone for their thoughts regarding size. Small definitely seemed the consensus.
All Best
Yours anxiously
widge
I've only just gone and bought it!
The '105' equipped D30, for just a couple 'o hundred more than a D50, that vickster spotted (Thanks vickster and Southernguns!)
It was their 'showroom model' hence the clearance price I suspect-but I am assured it is all pukka and will be pdi'd/shipped ready to go during the week........
I really kind of wanted the D50......but as usual, for all the huff and puff, Tredz actually only have Medium in stock. All others pre odered for September. Everywhere else I looked had a similar story ,especially for 'small'
I hope I have done the right thing? Shimano 105 is way above my pay-scale! I've never had hydraulic anything so hope I can get my head around the brake set-up etc.
The salesman seemed to think the size would suit me too (He WOULD say that though wouldn't he?)
Watch this space,
Please do your best to reassure me won't you? Its a big spend for a bottom-dollar merchant like me.
Thanks to everyone for their thoughts regarding size. Small definitely seemed the consensus.
All Best
Yours anxiously
widge
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youngoldbloke
The older I get, the faster I used to be ...
SKS 45mm matt black Mudguards. Flaps front and rear. From Tredz. Running 28 mm GP4000Sii's (actually measure 32mm) year round. Alloy Gain 2018 Tiagra version.
BTW no problems with spokes as yet in over 1900 miles. I had a fitting for the bike before I bought it and a small recommended, and then set up for me on delivery, which fits me perfectly and corresponds almost exactly to the frame sizes and fitting on my 4 other conventional road bikes. I'm short - 5'5", but have a long reach.
OH HOLY DONKEY RISSOLES..........
I've only just gone and bought it!
The '105' equipped D30, for just a couple 'o hundred more than a D50, that vickster spotted (Thanks vickster and Southernguns!)
It was their 'showroom model' hence the clearance price I suspect-but I am assured it is all pukka and will be pdi'd/shipped ready to go during the week........
I really kind of wanted the D50......but as usual, for all the huff and puff, Tredz actually only have Medium in stock. All others pre odered for September. Everywhere else I looked had a similar story ,especially for 'small'
I hope I have done the right thing? Shimano 105 is way above my pay-scale! I've never had hydraulic anything so hope I can get my head around the brake set-up etc.
The salesman seemed to think the size would suit me too (He WOULD say that though wouldn't he?)
Watch this space,
Please do your best to reassure me won't you? Its a big spend for a bottom-dollar merchant like me.
Thanks to everyone for their thoughts regarding size. Small definitely seemed the consensus.
All Best
Yours anxiously
widge
Very pleased for you. Yes you made the right choice. Don't expect too much at first. Riding a strange bike, sorting out position and been keen, all adds up to higher heart rate etc. It took me a month to really appreciate the Gain and what it does that is best at for ME. I am still now only fully understanding it's advantages. That's why I'm getting another one for winter riding.
Thanks Young, like you? I do love the Conti's.
Scaleyback
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OH HOLY DONKEY RISSOLES..........
I've only just gone and bought it!
The '105' equipped D30, for just a couple 'o hundred more than a D50, that vickster spotted (Thanks vickster and Southernguns!)
It was their 'showroom model' hence the clearance price I suspect-but I am assured it is all pukka and will be pdi'd/shipped ready to go during the week........
Well done, that is the bike I have, I got a small discount and fitted guards but that is a monster saving. Excellent buy.
