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A battery that can travel on a plane https://forumvoyage.forumactif.com/t4238-une-batterie-pouvant-voyager-en-avion

Interesting, but it seems this project isn't completely finished yet. I'm waiting to see if they'll get the certification—I hope so, because that would be great news! Then, we'll have to see if the agents who check luggage at airports will be aware if this battery is actually allowed in the hold.

On the other hand, from what I understand from their presentation video, it's not by removing the cells that you can hope to take this on a plane. It would be thanks to the fireproof packaging (to be confirmed, I only watched it quickly). That must make the battery a bit heavier and bulkier for the same mAh capacity, but hey, with electric assistance, a little extra weight isn't that much of a drawback.

Hello, Here’s my do-it-all bike (or nearly), from day rides on roads and trails to multi-day trips. It’s a titanium bike from the brand Sauvage, equipped with a double chainring (48-31) GRX 810 (11-42 cassette), a carbon fork with inserts, a gravel handlebar with a riser (for my neck), front and rear rack mounts, a Tubus titanium rear rack, a B17 titanium saddle, Duke aluminum wheels, and 40mm Thundero tubed tires (I’ll be switching to René Herse soon).

The rider isn’t made of titanium. The bike weighs 10 kg stripped down, and between 20 and 25 kg in touring mode.

Hi

I’m interested in the Tubus Airy.

I use a stuff sack to pack all my sleeping gear and two small panniers. I arrange my luggage on the rack just like you do.

I’ve got a question. The front part of the rack has two prongs that stick up. Could that puncture the stuff sack?

Another question: the rack’s platform is narrow. Does the stuff sack stay put okay?

Thanks

Hi,

No problem with the "points," which are rounded at the tip. A drawstring bag works just fine. Of course, you’ve gotta be reasonable with the size of the luggage you bring. The Tubus Airy philosophy is all about light travel and a somewhat minimalist approach, even though its load capacity is pretty impressive (30 kg, I think).

Thanks!

For the weight, no worries—I’m carrying a net weight of 12 kg + 1 to 3 L of water + 1 to 2 kg of food.

I’m also looking at a 320 g carbon tailfin, but the price is outrageous for just 40 g less!

I'm also interested in the 320 g carbon tailfin, but the price is exorbitant for just 40 g less!

The announced weight for the Airy includes all the hardware, which isn't fully used, so the actual weight is a bit lower (maybe 20 or 30 g).

claudio switched bikes in 2023 A Trek 520; more of a touring bike It’s not a speed machine, but it’s reliable and has held up well after 9,000 km Better than my other clunkers http://cbandiera.free.fr/matos/Renato/ Unfortunately, the frame is made in China Bought in Haute-Savoie at D-vélo Here it is at the foot of the wall: it’s climbed plenty

Hi Claudio, nice new ride you’ve got there. You’re still young—we’re about the same age—but doesn’t that position where you can’t sit up straight unless you let go of the handlebars start to cause neck issues? Without a riser, whether it’s an "8"-shaped handlebar or horns, my neck’s already starting to protest. What’s your secret?

Here’s my latest bike. Actually, I’ve had it for a few years now, but I’ve started using it in all kinds of situations. Even on rough, poorly paved paths, it stays comfortable—though not as comfy as my aluminum touring bike (my Trek) or steel one (the Fahrad 400), but the average speed is noticeably better.

Brand: Lapierre. I put on Schwalbe Marathon tires. Saddle bag: Miss Grape 20 L, handlebar bag: Ortlieb (not on the bike in the pic) 11 L, and fork bags: 3 L each—one for the tent, the other for the sleeping bag.

No no, not bad anywhere except in the legs when I push too hard on the steep climbs. Otherwise, it's fine. The bike's a bit big for me, but I'm comfortable on it. During the last big ride: 3 days at 8 hours in the saddle—no problem. Just a sore hand from gripping the hoods too much on the climbs.

The secret? N+1 km in the trunk.