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Ask Dr. Dirt: Ochain setup on eMTB’s?
Question: Is there any advantage of an Ochain setup on a eMTB? – Brad, Lakewood, CO Answer: The Ochain setup is basically a component (active spider) installed between the crank and chainring that... READ MORE
Ask Dr. Dirt: Mid-Drive vs. Hub-Drive eBikes?
Question: Can you tell me the difference between Mid drive vs. Hub drive ebikes? – Ashton, Eagle, CO Answer: Both mid-drive and hub-drive motor systems offer electric assistance, but they differ significantly in... READ MORE
Ask Dr. Dirt: eBike Battery Performance in Cold Weather?
Question: I noticed last November my eBike battery didn’t perform too well in the cold weather, can you explain why? – Jason, Saratoga Springs, NY Answer: E-bike battery performance can be significantly affected... READ MORE
Ask Dr. Dirt: Automatic Shifting eBikes?
Question: I heard Bosch and Shimano are making headway with auto shifting ebikes. Can you explain this and are there any real world benefits? – Taylor, Green River, UT Answer: Automatic e-bike shifting... READ MORE