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Why Buy an Electric Bike Conversion Kit

Just what is an electric bike? Basically it is an everyday bicycle with a battery powered electric motor attached, recharged by plugging it into the electricity mains. It’s very simple, once you start to pedal the motor kicks in, stop pedaling the motor cuts off; pedaling speeds of up to 25kmph can be reached with the aid of the motor. Electric bikes are perfect for those who want to keep or get fit, for short distance or city centre commuting, those who have no wish to drive and active older people.

Riding an electric bicycle is a very sustainable mode of transportation, saving on gasoline and it burns lots of calories too! Basically it is just a perfect solution that saves time, money and provides you with a healthier lifestyle! There are lots of benefits to posses an electric bicycle. For one you don’t need a license to drive or insurance as it is categorized as a push bike. To own an electric bike works out far cheaper than having a car or even a scooter.

If you currently travel everywhere by car you are sure to be spending a lot of your time stuck in traffic, searching for a parking place or filling up at the petrol station. For these reasons you might be interested in a different mode of travel. Electric bikes are an environmentally friendly mode of transportation and gaining in popularity due to the many benefits they offer. You don’t even have to spend a large amount of money and purchase a brand new electric bike to benefit; it is possible to convert your current bicycle with an electric bike conversion kit. Whether it will be used for pedaling through the city centre at rush hour or cycling down the country roads for pleasure it could be the answer you have been looking for.

There are many bicycle manufacturers and models of bikes made every year; folding bikes, mountain bikes, BMXs’, all with their benefits and individual style giving the consumer plenty of choice in selecting the one that suits their lifestyle. However, there are not nearly as many electric bike manufacturers. A new electric bike can cost a good deal more than buying a conversion kit. The biggest advantage in buying an electric conversion kit compared to a new bike is the amount. If you do want to get yourself a new electric bike you will find the choices very limited. Purchasing an electric conversion kit can solve this issue as it can be adapted to any model, style and make of bike you want, even your own bike. Another reason to consider a conversion kit is if you require your bicycle to be as light as possible.

For most people regular trips are within a small radius, consisting of calls to the local shop, visiting friends or going to the bank, trips easily made on an electric bicycle. If you live in a busy city commuting to work on an electric bike can be a less stressful, cheaper and quicker option, no more worrying about rising fuel prices at the gas station, traffic jams or where to park. Whether you choose to purchase an electric bike or an electric bike kit will depend on your needs and requirements. To find information and convert to an energy saving, environmentally friendly, stress free mode of travel go online and get moving today!

A bike conversion kit is an economical alternative to buying an electric bike as it involves simply transforming your conventional bike into an electric one. So if you already have a bike that you enjoy riding there is no need to go to the expense of purchasing a new one, just buy a conversion kit!

About the Author

Michiel Van Kets provides articles for Shell Gellner, who owns ElectricBikeKitz offering a full line of electric bike kits to convert your current bicycle into an electric bike.

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This telescope, or that one?

First, there is this one: http://www.telescope.com/control/product/~category_id=dobsonians/~pcategory=telescopes/~product_id=08943

The Orion scope is the better scope.

There are several different kinds of telescopes and all of them have some excellent features. Refractors and Reflectors, plus Schmidt-Cassegrain, APO refractors and more. There are also several mounts to chose from and the mounts are just as important as the scope is. All of the different scopes and mounts have some features that some people like and do not like.

There is no one scope that is “better” than another except for the junk scopes out there which are all just a waste of money. Never, ever buy from Walmart, Costco, Target, or any other discount store like that. Junk scopes are flooded into the market from those stores. You will be buying nothing but bad optics and plastic.
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http://oriontelescopes.com/

Orion is the very best for value and for customer service too. I have 2 of their scopes and I will only buy from them from now on.

The Orion site has some excellent diagrams and explanations of all types of scopes and mounts.

Things to consider are size–can the user lift and transport the scope to the viewing site easily? If not, then it will gather dust in a closet. Can the viewer reach all the knobs and buttons? I have a long tube large manual refractor and it is very dificult for me to reach the knobs when I am pointed to Zenith. I am not a tall person.

Take your time in making your decision.

I would like to suggest that you join a local astronomy club or astronomical society BEFORE you spend your money on a scope. There are many different kinds of scopes and what is perfect for one person is not perfect for another. Everyone has their own set of eyeballs and no two are the same. If you join a club, you can attend a few of their star parties and try out members scopes to see what works best for YOU, before you buy a scope. The members can also help you when you get your scope and show you how to get the most out of your new scope as well as to help teach you where the treasures in the sky are located. Hint: they will be especially helpful if you take cookies to star parties. Most clubs have loaner scopes and extensive libraries that you can gather more information from too.

Some people will suggest that you purchase binnoculars. Not a bad idea but dont buy anything less than 10×50 and you must have a tripod too or you will not be happy with your astronomical views because they will be too shakey from your movements. Personally, I prefer a scope to binos because if binoculars are not aligned properly at the factory, then you get double images and distortions that cant be fixed.

But when you buy go Orion and you wont be disappointed. Don’t try to learn everything all at once or you will be overwhelmed and discouraged. Patience is the key to Astronomy.

You will also need a good star chart program.

http://www.stellarium.org/

This is great freeware that you can download. Just tell it where you are and it will tell you what you see.

I wish you all the best. Enjoy

SkyWatcher LER Eyepiece & Filter Set

1.25″ Eyepiece Colour Filter Wratten #25A: Light Red £5.50

Should I buy this Eyepiece for Saturn Viewing?

Baader Planetarium Hyperion Eyepiece: Comes in 3.5mm, 5mm, 8mm, 13mm, and more. But for $120 EACH I am thinking of purchasing just ONE for now.
I am awaiting shipment of my brand new Celestron OMNI XLT 150mm 6″ reflector, 750mm Focal Length, F/R=5
I was going to but the “complete set” from Celestron for $150 since it has like 5 eyepeices WITH filters AND a nice case. but should I just buy like 1 of the expensive ones that alot of people seem to love. I was thinking either the 5mm or 8mm to make Saturn look as nice as I can..

But you’re still in the 1.25″ eyepieces.

You should probably invest in a 2″ focuser – about $50 on EBay.

Then 2″ Eyepieces and filters. Start (with the filters) with a lunar filter and a nebula filter (Total on Ebay about $130), and a 20mm 2″ eyepiece from Owl Telescopes (about $75).

MUCH better viewing.

For Saturn I use a 15mm 70 degree AFOV with a couple of filters stacked to enhance the bands and the rings. BEAUTIFUL.
(I have an 8″ SCT from Celestron – one of the old manual Orange Tubes).

Cavaet: When you go to a 2″ focuser, you might have to add additional counter-weight.

Email me if you have any more questions.

Ed

jupiter rotation

Baader Planetarium SKY SURFER V Giant Fiber Pointer RDF £64.00