Popular Post Jason McNeil Posted September 13, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted September 13, 2021 (edited) On 9/13/2021 at 1:34 PM, InfiniteWheelie said: So the specs for this wheel says LG M50T cells, but on Ewheels.com it says it uses their improved battery with Samsung 50E cells. Does this mean Wheels is swapping out the standard battery for their own? From what I've read the Samsung cells are much longer lasting and overall better cells, so I'd prefer them. If it's only Ewheels swapping them out that's too bad because I'm not in the USA. That's corrrect. This is an initiative that we've been working on for over 9 months now, since the [in]famous incident of the BG container that had arrived in smoldering heap of ash. These packs will have: - Imported Korean 50E cells (Molicel P42a will be offered as an option later) - BMS with short protection - Depending on the application, 30-40A physical fuses designed to work, not this 120A nonsense... - 5x temperature probes with buzzers to alert at a 65°C level & shut-off when the temps exceed 75°C - Voltage differential management for packs of unequal voltage, no balance lead required! - Improved cell holds & upgraded (thicker) nickel strips - Automated weld production methods for consistent quality - Capacity & stress-testing processes - Certification program planned in the next 3-6 months Edited September 15, 2021 by Jason McNeil 22 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InfiniteWheelie Posted September 13, 2021 Share Posted September 13, 2021 Okay that sounds great. The problem is I have no idea what shipping or import fees to Canada would cost (probably substantial). I was also hoping for a way to finance it, but I'm guessing that's not possible when buying outside the US. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meepmeepmayer Posted September 13, 2021 Share Posted September 13, 2021 7 minutes ago, Jason McNeil said: - Physical fuses designed to work, not this 120A nonsense... Just make sure it's enough Amperage so people don't fall on their face climbing hills. It is probably easy to underestimate what crazy things people do with their wheels Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Jason McNeil Posted September 13, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted September 13, 2021 8 minutes ago, meepmeepmayer said: Just make sure it's enough Amperage so people don't fall on their face climbing hills. It is probably easy to underestimate what crazy things people do with their wheels Our experience with the Vets is that even 2x 30A fuses is blowing boards. On the battery side, 30A can take quite a bit of transient punishment, far beyond the nameplate spec. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meepmeepmayer Posted September 14, 2021 Share Posted September 14, 2021 (edited) @Jason McNeilBegode and Extreme Bull seem to be different companies, with EB being a Begode outgrowth and now offering the Commander as their first own wheel. Can you tell more about that? Is your EB and BG contact the same? How much are these two companies separate or the same? I was wondering, as you call it the Begode Commander on ewheels. Edited September 14, 2021 by meepmeepmayer 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Jason McNeil Posted September 14, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted September 14, 2021 15 hours ago, meepmeepmayer said: Begode and Extreme Bull seem to be different companies, with EB being a Begode outgrowth and now offering the Commander as their first own wheel. Can you tell more about that? Is your EB and BG contact the same? How much are these two companies separate or the same? I was wondering, as you call it the Begode Commander on ewheels. I don't quite understand what the marketing strategy is here, but from what I've been told from our BG rep, ExtremeBull is an independent entity. Once the first Commanders ship out in a couple weeks, we'll find out how much of this 98.8% chimp DNA is humanoid 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GothamMike Posted September 14, 2021 Share Posted September 14, 2021 On 8/12/2021 at 9:29 AM, meepmeepmayer said: I'm getting the impression Gotway have to rename their company a lot, first Begode, now Extreme Bull? I wonder what's going on there. Known QC issues. This won't help in the least. If BeGode-Gotway are spinning off a new line, please focus on quality and durability. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mhpr262 Posted September 14, 2021 Share Posted September 14, 2021 On 9/13/2021 at 7:07 PM, GothamMike said: So many QC issues at Begode. Too true ... I see quite a few of their wheels that I really like but I wont even take them into consideration because of their past quality and safety issues. I charge my wheel both at home and at work, if it caused a fire in either place the consequences would be absolutely catastrophic. They will need to have a track record of documented improvements and three years without any major incidents before I would consider buying a Gotway/Begode. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Jon Stern Posted September 15, 2021 Share Posted September 15, 2021 On 8/19/2021 at 10:10 AM, mhpr262 said: "Extreme Bull", dear god they couldnt manage to come up with a more unfortunate name, could they? This will make everyone complete the name as "extreme bullshit" in their heads. I'm just amazed it took a page and a half of comments before I got to this one. I thought this wheel was satire to start with! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Stern Posted September 15, 2021 Share Posted September 15, 2021 4 hours ago, eucVibes said: That music was some extreme bull*! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul A Posted September 15, 2021 Share Posted September 15, 2021 Ewheels might possibly be exposing itself directly for product/public liability if a BG still manages to self ignite, burns down a house or kills sleeping occupants. The Portland, Oregon incident of BG self ignition, after three days dormant, at night with occupants asleep.....was it ever determined what was the cause? BG fire in shipping container, BG fire in car trunk (Poland?), unknown brand fire destroying Euco warehouse. Taking on onus of QC from BG because BG are not trustworthy....not sure if that is reassuring or the opposite.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ugoaps Posted September 17, 2021 Share Posted September 17, 2021 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meepmeepmayer Posted September 17, 2021 Share Posted September 17, 2021 Dang it looks nice in these pictures! No metal tubing like the Sherman, but bigger battery, nicer ground clearance. Looks like it's in production and will be in people's hands every day now! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RagingGrandpa Posted September 17, 2021 Share Posted September 17, 2021 53 minutes ago, ugoaps said: Oldschool stub axle! (Like Sherman) Good for bearing cleanliness; bad for jumping (but who's jumping a 3600wh EUC anyway...) I presumed all new Begod wheels would be hollowcore; but looks like EB went another way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denny Paul Posted September 17, 2021 Share Posted September 17, 2021 EB is supposedly a separate entity but I have a strong suspicion that the photo with the display is blurry intentionally cause it’s the same one the says “begode” on newer RS’s.. Looks like gotway being gotway 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yoos Posted September 17, 2021 Share Posted September 17, 2021 Looks like the handle openings (sorry for the rusty english) in the back and front are a bit too narrow. You are supposed to lift the commander sherman-style by putting your hands through those openings under the handles. Looks like they are too narrow for a comfortable all-fingers grip. This could be a painful design blunder. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Forwardnbak Posted September 21, 2021 Share Posted September 21, 2021 (edited) Same same… but different. good vid btw Edited September 21, 2021 by Forwardnbak 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rawnei Posted September 21, 2021 Share Posted September 21, 2021 Good weight for those massive batteries, seems like a pretty decent wheel, also very cool if it's really 65kmh on the HT model. I'm wondering about waterproof it is, the charge cover on top doesn't look great I could see it coming loose which would really suck if it's raining. Much more attractive than the Abrams IMO. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
div Posted September 21, 2021 Share Posted September 21, 2021 (edited) No proper tail light 😒 .. I’m quite interested in this EUC but the Begode just keep shining through.. Edited September 21, 2021 by div 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meepmeepmayer Posted September 21, 2021 Share Posted September 21, 2021 1 hour ago, Rawnei said: also very cool if it's really 65kmh on the HT model There are two models? HT and HS? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paradox Posted September 21, 2021 Share Posted September 21, 2021 2 minutes ago, meepmeepmayer said: There are two models? HT and HS? Yes check out the EUCO preorder page. https://www.euco.us/products/begode-commander-electric-unicycle 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mango Posted September 21, 2021 Share Posted September 21, 2021 (edited) This is a poor Sherman clone. I’m going to poo-poo this wheel off the line… The lift handles don’t look at all comfortable. Those edges are going to dig into your hands carrying something this heavy at 80 lbs. And not to mention durability issues as there is a seam running down the centre of the handles. No lift button like Sherman. Seals around the charge port need to be close tight otherwise the the ports will be submerged in their own little swimming pool when it rains. Makes more sense for the ports to be in the rear, and have the speakers facing upwards, at the very least with sound directed towards the buttocks and up to your ears than behind it. The headlights aren’t adjustable and modular. The rear lights aren’t even proper rear lights. Top speed, nothing new here. High torque version might be a good option for long-range off-road riding, if 8-hour trail riding is your thing. LCD display is too cluttered and need Gotway app to change settings. How does the display fair in bright sunlight? So for $500 more than Sherman, you get 12.5% more battery, some $5 LED strips and $10 speakers, and worse ergonomics. Edited September 21, 2021 by Mango 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GothamMike Posted September 21, 2021 Share Posted September 21, 2021 7 minutes ago, Mango said: ...So for $500 more than Sherman, you get 12.5% more battery, some $5 LED strips and $10 speakers, and worse ergonomics. And Gotway Quality. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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