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Re:Rivian's Also E-bike is like nothing you've ever seen by jakedata on Wednesday October 22, 2025 @05:04PM (#45675123)
I am using 3x 12v 185wh batteries in series. Realistically I can count on around 500wh. They are only 3 lbs each and fit neatly within the frame of the mtb. I don't like having them up on the rear rack, they tend to make the tail of the bike wag a bit compared to low and centered.

https://old.reddit.com/r/ebikes/comments/1o0qthk/dynagirl_ri...

I just 3d printed protective covers for them last week when marketing turned their back on the new Bambu printer.

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Re:Rivian's Also E-bike is like nothing you've ever seen by wigglewoggle on Wednesday October 22, 2025 @05:27PM (#45675374)
Nice

I have a big commute and in the (Canadian) winter my old 750Wh was sometimes not up to the task. So I went wildly over the top and built a huge cap battery. I never need to worry now

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Re:Rivian's Also E-bike is like nothing you've ever seen by jakedata on Wednesday October 22, 2025 @06:44PM (#45676104)
I don't plan to bike commute in the winter, it is too dark AM and PM. Have you tested your LiFePO4 batteries in low temperatures?
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