Santa Cruz Skitch Alternatives
Posted by thrillpool___@reddit | ebikes | View on Reddit | 7 comments
Are there any other ebikes similar to the Santa Cruz Skitch? I love everything about it except for the high price.
I'm looking for something similar in geometry, range, weight, max assist (28 mph), and doesn't look too much like an ebike. Ideally comes as flat bar but not required.
The Salsa Confluence meets the geometry and weight criteria but range seems lackluster (without the optional range extender). There's also the options from Specialized.
SeattleElectricBike@reddit
If you can wait a month-ish, the Marin DSX-e will be a good option.
AMillionTimesISaid@reddit
Any idea when this DSX-e will be available? and pricing?
SeattleElectricBike@reddit
May/June and $4199
AMillionTimesISaid@reddit
Thank you!! I forgot to ask up front - do you know if it will also assist up to 28 mph? If so I’m definitely waiting for this. The Skitch is so tempting though.
thrillpool___@reddit (OP)
OP here. I'm still on the fence of getting the Skitch but have been put off by the reports of poor reliability from the Fazua motor. I've come across some decent deals for new ones that includes warranty but don't want to have to bring the bike into the shop. And I've come across used deals but obviously that's more risky.
The Marin DSX-E looks fantastic but it seems like we'd be waiting awhile for it. The Lombard E1 & E2 appear to be the same but with drop bars instead. It's definitely an option to swap it out to a flat bar setup.
I've also come across the Cannondale Tesoro Carbon 1 & 2 that's also equipped with the Bosch SX. These are currently on sale and look like another decent option.
AMillionTimesISaid@reddit
Can you share the deals you’ve found? The Marin is significantly cheaper btw, like $4100 full retail.
squishy8269@reddit
I pulled the trigger on the Skitch, I use it to commute. Honestly worth every penny imo