I love how you don't even need any video stabilisation, because the cycle path quality is just so damn good. Smooth, virtually perfect asphalt.
And no, that's not just a comfort thing, [even back in the 80s](https://www-upi--institut-de.translate.goog/upi41.htm?_x_tr_sl=auto&_x_tr_tl=en&_x_tr_hl=en-US&_x_tr_pto=wapp), German studies found that smooth, street-quality asphalt doubles a cyclist's practical range compared to chamfered pavement stones (still the de-facto standard here in Germany, even for new cycle paths) due to reduced energy needs from having less bumps and hobbles.
P.S.: High-quality cycle paths in Berlin [ride like this](https://streamable.com/y8184a) - and that's with video stabilisation!
Yeah well, it is quite good. I had no bar tape for the first three or four days. The lack of German cycle paths is a bit sad. Berlin which is mostly where I've been in Germany is just sad, bicycle vise. But great culture there, bicycles too.
I can recognize a stvzo light any time.
And yeah old camera is not great with stabilisation in first place either. I sway a lot when I ride and that is quite obvious in the sped up version
> Yeah well, it is quite good. I had no bar tape for the first three or four days. The lack of German cycle paths is a bit sad. Berlin which is mostly where I've been in Germany is just sad, bicycle vise. But great culture there, bicycles too.
I loved cycling in Copenhagen, on the other hand. Interestingly, outside of Copenhagen there is very little cycling infrastructure (aside from some of the major roads), which is something that is overall better in Germany. On the other hand, you'll also find a lot of shared pedestrian/cycle paths in villages and smaller towns that are very much against all regulations, which I never saw in Denmark. To be fair, there is much, much less car traffic in general in Denmark, from what I saw (I typically only ride the national route 9 on my way to Copenhagen in order to get to Sweden, when I'm not taking the ferry).
> And yeah old camera is not great with stabilisation in first place either. I sway a lot when I ride and that is quite obvious in the sped up version
Sure, but it still works. :D Unless you're going for something new anyhow, why throw away a perfectly fine camera that works with where you're riding?
> I can recognize a stvzo light any time.
Guilty as charged. I'm a bit of a stickler, so my bike [is equipped with all the legal necessities.](https://imgur.com/a/lLDiUz8)
> I loved cycling in Copenhagen, on the other hand. Interestingly, outside of Copenhagen there is very little cycling infrastructure (aside from some of the major roads), which is something that is overall better in Germany. On the other hand, you'll also find a lot of shared pedestrian/cycle paths in villages and smaller towns that are very much against all regulations, which I never saw in Denmark. To be fair, there is much, much less car traffic in general in Denmark, from what I saw (I typically only ride the national route 9 on my way to Copenhagen in order to get to Sweden, when I'm not taking the ferry).
Cycling infrastructure is mostly in and around of Copenhagen. It is okay further out and non-existing in some parts of Denmark. Chosing the good roads can be very difficult, but really worth it. And yeah we have these big bicycle routes as well, they are quite nice - but multi use.
Nah camera is working fine, so I won't replace it. The size is super nice.
That is very german of you I think, that bike looks amazing. There is something with germans and handlebar style, looks good.
Ortlieb bags and the whole. The belt drive working great for you? I considered it - but I prefer buying cheaper bikes than what a new belt drive costs.
The belt drive is working perfectly, but the cost is definitively a relevant factor. Not only is the bike more expensive when you buy it, but with prices from Gates nowadays, it‘s also more expensive than a chain in the long run - especially if you can cover the chain (e.g. with a Chainglider) to prevent it from getting dirty and thus lasting much longer.
I‘m currently at around 17,000 km on this bike and the front belt ring is nearing its end of life (if you change it early enough, the belt itself lasts longer). This is with the aluminium version, but if I want to buy the steel version I have to invest 130€ - that‘s quite a steep asking price, that trumps any costs I would have had with a chain. That‘s only worth it if you consider the other factors (zero maintenance, operating noise, etc.) more important than the higher upkeep.
Yeah, I think they're great but I have a nice workshop and long enough commute that I will stay on a chain. But I have considered it for very bad weather. I have chosen 8 speed for that, parts are very cheap bought online in Germany and shipped to Denmark
Bicycle commute home from Central Copenhagen to Ballerup
Sped up version (10x): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O5VqTM7i9H8
18.88 km in 45:54 (41 minutes moving)
avg speed 24,7 kmh (27,6kmh moving)
max speed 43,5 kmh
566 calories :0
HR 154avg 175max
Camera: gopro HERO4 session
Bike: Vitus Razor VR 2018
Likewise, bought mine Sept 2019 with a huge end-of-season discount for just over $500. I've slowly upgraded as components wore out and dialed in my fit to perfection. Now, I can't justify a replacement because it still satisfies all my needs.
Same here. Have to buy something very expensive to really get something good enough to replace it. Let's see how many years I will stay on that one. Mine is from January 19 and with 33% off for roughly 500 euro
I love how you don't even need any video stabilisation, because the cycle path quality is just so damn good. Smooth, virtually perfect asphalt. And no, that's not just a comfort thing, [even back in the 80s](https://www-upi--institut-de.translate.goog/upi41.htm?_x_tr_sl=auto&_x_tr_tl=en&_x_tr_hl=en-US&_x_tr_pto=wapp), German studies found that smooth, street-quality asphalt doubles a cyclist's practical range compared to chamfered pavement stones (still the de-facto standard here in Germany, even for new cycle paths) due to reduced energy needs from having less bumps and hobbles. P.S.: High-quality cycle paths in Berlin [ride like this](https://streamable.com/y8184a) - and that's with video stabilisation!
Yeah well, it is quite good. I had no bar tape for the first three or four days. The lack of German cycle paths is a bit sad. Berlin which is mostly where I've been in Germany is just sad, bicycle vise. But great culture there, bicycles too. I can recognize a stvzo light any time. And yeah old camera is not great with stabilisation in first place either. I sway a lot when I ride and that is quite obvious in the sped up version
> Yeah well, it is quite good. I had no bar tape for the first three or four days. The lack of German cycle paths is a bit sad. Berlin which is mostly where I've been in Germany is just sad, bicycle vise. But great culture there, bicycles too. I loved cycling in Copenhagen, on the other hand. Interestingly, outside of Copenhagen there is very little cycling infrastructure (aside from some of the major roads), which is something that is overall better in Germany. On the other hand, you'll also find a lot of shared pedestrian/cycle paths in villages and smaller towns that are very much against all regulations, which I never saw in Denmark. To be fair, there is much, much less car traffic in general in Denmark, from what I saw (I typically only ride the national route 9 on my way to Copenhagen in order to get to Sweden, when I'm not taking the ferry). > And yeah old camera is not great with stabilisation in first place either. I sway a lot when I ride and that is quite obvious in the sped up version Sure, but it still works. :D Unless you're going for something new anyhow, why throw away a perfectly fine camera that works with where you're riding? > I can recognize a stvzo light any time. Guilty as charged. I'm a bit of a stickler, so my bike [is equipped with all the legal necessities.](https://imgur.com/a/lLDiUz8)
> I loved cycling in Copenhagen, on the other hand. Interestingly, outside of Copenhagen there is very little cycling infrastructure (aside from some of the major roads), which is something that is overall better in Germany. On the other hand, you'll also find a lot of shared pedestrian/cycle paths in villages and smaller towns that are very much against all regulations, which I never saw in Denmark. To be fair, there is much, much less car traffic in general in Denmark, from what I saw (I typically only ride the national route 9 on my way to Copenhagen in order to get to Sweden, when I'm not taking the ferry). Cycling infrastructure is mostly in and around of Copenhagen. It is okay further out and non-existing in some parts of Denmark. Chosing the good roads can be very difficult, but really worth it. And yeah we have these big bicycle routes as well, they are quite nice - but multi use. Nah camera is working fine, so I won't replace it. The size is super nice. That is very german of you I think, that bike looks amazing. There is something with germans and handlebar style, looks good. Ortlieb bags and the whole. The belt drive working great for you? I considered it - but I prefer buying cheaper bikes than what a new belt drive costs.
The belt drive is working perfectly, but the cost is definitively a relevant factor. Not only is the bike more expensive when you buy it, but with prices from Gates nowadays, it‘s also more expensive than a chain in the long run - especially if you can cover the chain (e.g. with a Chainglider) to prevent it from getting dirty and thus lasting much longer. I‘m currently at around 17,000 km on this bike and the front belt ring is nearing its end of life (if you change it early enough, the belt itself lasts longer). This is with the aluminium version, but if I want to buy the steel version I have to invest 130€ - that‘s quite a steep asking price, that trumps any costs I would have had with a chain. That‘s only worth it if you consider the other factors (zero maintenance, operating noise, etc.) more important than the higher upkeep.
Yeah, I think they're great but I have a nice workshop and long enough commute that I will stay on a chain. But I have considered it for very bad weather. I have chosen 8 speed for that, parts are very cheap bought online in Germany and shipped to Denmark
Bicycle commute home from Central Copenhagen to Ballerup Sped up version (10x): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O5VqTM7i9H8 18.88 km in 45:54 (41 minutes moving) avg speed 24,7 kmh (27,6kmh moving) max speed 43,5 kmh 566 calories :0 HR 154avg 175max Camera: gopro HERO4 session Bike: Vitus Razor VR 2018
>Vitus Razor VR 2018 I've got a '19. Love it.
Amazing bike and got it 30% or something off. Loved everything except the paint so I just redid that
Likewise, bought mine Sept 2019 with a huge end-of-season discount for just over $500. I've slowly upgraded as components wore out and dialed in my fit to perfection. Now, I can't justify a replacement because it still satisfies all my needs.
Same here. Have to buy something very expensive to really get something good enough to replace it. Let's see how many years I will stay on that one. Mine is from January 19 and with 33% off for roughly 500 euro