pygmypony
Well-Known Member
I've had two of these so far..... First one was a nice long ride (relatively speaking) from 9th Street and 6th Ave, up to 46th Street, and then across to Park Ave.
You're spot on with both impressions... I may have actually giggled a few times when starting off from a red light. IDGAF. And yeah, the assist kicks in immediately. I can totally see someone who't not an experienced rider getting a little to aggressive. Given how shitty a CitiBike already is to handle, I didn't think this was much worse. The other trip was usual Penn to 46/Park. Wood ride again.
One thing that they will really need to stay on top of with these is the brakes. Can't be having mushy brakes with these things....
after seeing @MadisonDan having ridden one of these bad boys, i figured i'd give it a go too. to echo both Dan's and @jmanic impressions - they are super fun, and on days when there is a serious headwind, or i'm hungover, i would love to ride one again, if i can find one. however, i also agree, they are likely to be super dangerous in the hands of someone riding while texting or just being an idiot in general.
they are also dangerous for your PRs on strava - have a look here...https://www.strava.com/activities/1895884733