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  1. catalyzer

    Which?

    e-Caletti + Burley vs Cybertruck + Bruder
  2. catalyzer

    Isuzu N-Series Modification: Extended Box & 4x4/6x6 Conversion

    Has anyone successfully stretched an Isuzu N-Series chassis to accommodate a 26-foot box? Additionally, has anyone undertaken a 4x4 or 6x6 conversion on these trucks? I'm interested in learning about: Specific challenges encountered during the stretching and conversion processes. Potential...
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    Is e-Bike Trailer Living Feasible for Full-Time Adventuring?

    Thanks, @Jupiter58, for the feedback. This bike is a steel frame with eeSilk suspension stem: it was a deliberate choice for gravel and street riding routes, balancing comfort, weight, and efficiency. For example, our June trip route (https://ridewithgps.com/collections/3395712) highlights the...
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    Is e-Bike Trailer Living Feasible for Full-Time Adventuring?

    Closer. Everything is installed, however we cannot power up the CYC system yet :-( However so far CYC is pretty good on support/warranty
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    Is e-Bike Trailer Living Feasible for Full-Time Adventuring?

    Dog/Bike Camping Mini-Update Setup: Analog Bikes 1 one-wheel trailer (2 dogs + gear) 1 two-wheel trailer (2 dogs + gear) Findings: Two-wheel trailer more stable for street/trail riding. Neither trailer ideal for single track. Road bike not ideal for single track. Next Steps: Complete Dean...
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    Is e-Bike Trailer Living Feasible for Full-Time Adventuring?

    Current Build: * Using off-the-shelf motors and batteries. * Wheelset, drivetrain, and brakes are still pending. * This will provide a good baseline for the project. * However, anticipate this initial build will have a scooter-like ride similar to most high-end e-bikes. Future Goals: * Design a...
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    Is e-Bike Trailer Living Feasible for Full-Time Adventuring?

    Thanks @Photomike I agree that planning/science/3D kinematic modeling/fully active AI is only part of the equation. Actual riding to sense the feel, handling, and 'it factors' are what makes biking fun! We're doing both, aiming to use fully active Relational Edge AI to hopefully achieve an...
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    Is e-Bike Trailer Living Feasible for Full-Time Adventuring?

    @tacollie Thanks! It's neat that you powdered my frameset. The finish has held up for years now. And yes, John is a great guy. We have an idea of our 2,700 mile pace with the small bumps here in the East Bay pulling the dogs/trailer without electric motors. It's doable without...except steep...
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    Is e-Bike Trailer Living Feasible for Full-Time Adventuring?

    Thanks @crazysccrmd it is an optimistic projection. We're going the other way now, mapping out sections that predictively need pedal assist to use power/stored energy sparingly. We're also evaluating the possibility of preserving analog bike kinematics with a 3-D printed motor shell and the e8...
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    Is e-Bike Trailer Living Feasible for Full-Time Adventuring?

    thanks for the feedback @rruff . we appreciate the perspective
  11. catalyzer

    Is e-Bike Trailer Living Feasible for Full-Time Adventuring?

    we will keep iterating concepts until we meet or exceed our goals. we believe it can be done and willing to create where necessary. please keep the critical questioning up. it is helpful for our optimism to be poked at from all perspectives
  12. catalyzer

    Is e-Bike Trailer Living Feasible for Full-Time Adventuring?

    @rruff thanks we do live in Berkeley, CA... which seems unreal at times
  13. catalyzer

    Is e-Bike Trailer Living Feasible for Full-Time Adventuring?

    @Ozarker, we love our furry family members. We definitely take care of them better than most parents take care of human babies. I'm also a retired bike racer. My last team was Kaivelo Cycling [https://www.kaivelo.org/team], boasts several former professional cyclists. I also briefly gained USA...
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    Is e-Bike Trailer Living Feasible for Full-Time Adventuring?

    @rruff, I don't feel like a bot, especially at this stage of my life. But we do agree that 1,000-pound trailer does sound excessive. We're going to try 20% of the battery size, resulting in approximately 200 pounds. It's funny because we're definitely weight-weenies when it comes to bike...
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    Is e-Bike Trailer Living Feasible for Full-Time Adventuring?

    trying to get to trailer = zero impact on rider kinematics and effort
  16. catalyzer

    Is e-Bike Trailer Living Feasible for Full-Time Adventuring?

    yes/ we are focused on an eBike finishing the GDMBR calc. 1KwH of production [assumes 6 hrs @ 175w] and 2.5kWh depletion is 28 days of battery storage?
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    Is e-Bike Trailer Living Feasible for Full-Time Adventuring?

    thoughts? canopy/windshield with 175w solar panel, extra
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    Is e-Bike Trailer Living Feasible for Full-Time Adventuring?

    Subject: Single-Wheel Trailer Hitch Options After testing both the Burley Coho XC (single wheel, pivot hitch) and Burley D'Lite (double wheel, pivot hitch), I've noticed some trade-offs: Coho XC: Smooth ride on and off-road, but the pivot hitch negatively affects bike handling. D'Lite...
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