Torn between two Bicycles
By Mavic123456
@Mavic123456 (21893)
Thailand
August 15, 2015 6:30am CST
Recently, I have been into a big decision I have to make. I don't know which one to choose. I am in the brink of breaking down. Nahhh .. just joking not to that part yet.
Seriously, I am considering to buy a bicycle but I don't know which to choose. Option 1: Electricity Bike which is good because this could save me some time to pedal, but pedaling is also needed. Cost, quite expensive but not a problem. However, it is very heavy and pedaling will be difficult when it runs out of battery. Option 2: Ordinary a bit high-end bicycle, pedaling is not difficult but pedaling is pedaling. so a bit tiring, price, half of the electricity bike.
Where will I use the bike? Going to work (not so far from house but the only mode of transportation is by taxi for a dollar) going to supermarket/market, going every where such as parks and all. Riding a bike here is not a problem and the road is open to bike riding.
What do you think should I choose the ebike or the ordinary one?
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9 responses
@nitinnair89 (2900)
• India
15 Aug 15
I would go for ordinary probably with gears. That way I can decide when to increase or decrease speed indirectly judging the pedalling frequency 
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@Mavic123456 (21893)
• Thailand
15 Aug 15
thanks for commenting.. phew finally someone commented on this after 5 hours, hahaha... I had been commenting to a lot of discussions and responding back and forth, but no one has even read this, my discussion, ***sigh... tsk tsk tsk..
thank you for your attention. tomorrow I will check on the ordinary bike if it will be delivered here.
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@prashu228 (37524)
• India
16 Aug 15
Nice suggestion Nair and nice to see you back!. I woke up just now mavic and saw your topic and eagerly replying :) .
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@Mavic123456 (21893)
• Thailand
16 Aug 15
@prashu228 of course, I am trying to think of the test questions for the final exams and my mind is blank.. ok fine go to mylot and don't waste my time daydreaming for some guys i don't have .. hahaha
good morning
@prashu228 (37524)
• India
16 Aug 15
I prefer ordinary one mavic because it is kind off money saving as well as cycling is a good exercise to the body .
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@Mavic123456 (21893)
• Thailand
16 Aug 15
but the ebike can be pedaled too but yeah a bit expensive.
thanks for your comment friend, have a great day ahead.
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@howard96h (11640)
• New York, New York
16 Aug 15
Well like you said the ordinary bike is just that an ordinary bike and the e-bike can be used either way, I would go with the e-bike. Good luck with your decision.
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@howard96h (11640)
• New York, New York
16 Aug 15
@Mavic123456 Yes, I do. They make very good products.
@Mavic123456 (21893)
• Thailand
16 Aug 15
Thanks, do you trust Made in China electronic products? I have a little doubt about it when I was told about that.
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@Mavic123456 (21893)
• Thailand
16 Aug 15
@howard96h good thanks for that, something to consider then.
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@deazil (4730)
• United States
16 Aug 15
@Mavic123456 I think you already know what my answer is. hahaha Of course the e-bike. If the battery runs out you can always pedal. But one question - how hard is it to pedal in comparison to a regular bike with gears? Also, I think the e-bike is collapsible, is it not? Easy to transport when traveling back home by plane. And also easy when traveling by train. An e-bike might be better, too, if you move to a more rural province. It would be easier to get away from those stray dogs that love you so much. 
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@deazil (4730)
• United States
16 Aug 15
@Mavic123456 So you bought the gear bike? Ohhhh...so sorry my internet went down. It never does that and I don't know what happened to it last night. I called and they said it wasn't just me but everyone in the area and that they were working on it. Was okay when I woke up this morning. Maybe you can sell the bike? You can't return it? I wish I could help you. Just remember that if you don't hear from me for at least a day something's wrong. Try to wait if it's that important. I have no other way of getting in touch with you.
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@Mavic123456 (21893)
• Thailand
16 Aug 15
@deazil naah never paid it yet just try to look at it. it is fine, i solicited my sisters' opinions anyway and of course mylot members. No problem
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@Mavic123456 (21893)
• Thailand
16 Aug 15
waaaaaaahhh... I was waiting for you yesterday and would really want to hear your final opinion... hu hu hu... you have a point there, that's very very true, but it is 30 kgs. so it is like pedaling 90 kilos (including my weight) .. hahaha... I was thinking of putting it in the box for (100$) before I go home. waaaaaahh you have a point there waaahh.. (why am I crying? I am now waiting for the ordinary bike to deliver here) hu hu hu.. i should have thought of those... waaaaaaaahh you are right. so when I travel to other countries like Malaysia and Singapore I can just carry it along with me. waaaaahh.. I never thought of that.
thanks so much for this realizations.
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@TiarasOceanView (70022)
• United States
27 Aug 15
I am glad u got the Ebike Mavic. I saw it on the other photo and love it.
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@Mavic123456 (21893)
• Thailand
29 Aug 15
hahaha I did not. it's too heavy for me and can't be rolled when folded. I was hoping that it's like a cart so I can bring it along with me anywhere I go..
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@Mavic123456 (21893)
• Thailand
30 Aug 15
@TiarasOceanView yeah .. i tried it.. but i can't it is 30kgs. I was imagining that I can put my back on it and then get into the train and go somewhere. then ride a bke instead of taxi .. but then it can't be rolled like a cart 
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@Mavic123456 (21893)
• Thailand
16 Aug 15
yeah that's also what I thought so, I really need to trim down a little. the picture of the ordinary bike is the one I will be seeing today and see if it is not too high for me though I used to ride a racer bike but I was just in my late 20s and early 30s then,
thanks for your suggestion.
@Shellyann36 (11384)
• United States
15 Aug 15
I don't know much about electric bikes, with the exception that they are very popular in tourist places in the states. With the pros and cons you have set before us I do believe I would go for the regular bike. Let us know what you decide.
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@Mavic123456 (21893)
• Thailand
16 Aug 15
yeah I will let you know... if not for the weight and the make I would really go for electric bike. the cost is just secondary to me although as compared to the ordinary ones it's a bit expensive. but it doesn't matter it will still be cheaper in a long run (if I will always use it and not take taxi anymore).
thanks for responding.
@Hate2Iron (15727)
• Canada
15 Aug 15
I would go with the ordinary. If I went with the electric, I would be constantly worried that I was going to run out!
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@Mavic123456 (21893)
• Thailand
16 Aug 15
Thanks for commenting,
the electric bike's battery is detachable, meaning to say, I can charge at work. so no problem with the problem. but the battery itself is already 10kgs. the dilemma of a woman I think... carrying heavy stuff.
@Mavic123456 (21893)
• Thailand
1 Sep 15
i have chosen the bike ..I bought the geared bike, 6 speed shimano. it is so light to drive on.. I used to love riding a bike, until I get older.. now it seems that I am liking it again. yeeeeeeepeee
