Fiido Nomads at Fatbikeskopen.nl

The Fiido Nomads is Fiido’s sportiest e-bike: 29-inch wheels, nine Shimano gears, hydraulic TEKTRO brakes, and a hydraulic front fork with 120 millimeters of travel. That is more travel than you encounter on a city bike and indicates what this bike is designed for: longer rides where the road surface is not always smooth. It weighs twenty-five kilograms, with an aluminum frame and a low step-through. Below are the things you’ll want to know.

Large wheels and 120 millimeters of travel

Twenty-nine inches is large, even for an e-bike, and those wheels noticeably roll more easily over long distances than the usual 28-inch wheels. Combined with a hydraulic front fork that can extend through 120 millimeters of travel, this gives you a bike that remains comfortable on forest trails and gravel roads. On smooth asphalt, that amount of travel is more than you need; there, you mainly notice that the fork absorbs some energy when accelerating.

Fiido Nomads range

The battery is rated at 36V and 11.6 amp-hours, for a total of 417 watt-hours, with a stated range of approximately 79 kilometers. That is a remarkably precise figure and therefore probably more realistic than a rounded hundred. If you ride heavily loaded or spend a lot of time in the highest assist mode, you will get less. For a ten-kilometer commute each way, this means approximately one charge per week. The battery is removable, so you can charge it indoors without moving the bike. A battery lasts longer if you do not routinely run it completely empty and charge it indoors during winter. The stated range is always a test value, so expect somewhat less in practice.

Nine gears and TEKTRO brakes

Nine gears provide a wider range than the seven you usually see, which is useful on a bike with large wheels because you can shift down further when starting off. The hydraulic brakes come from TEKTRO, a manufacturer commonly found on sports bikes. They offer precise modulation and maintain their performance in the rain. For a bike that can also handle unpaved terrain, this is not a luxury but essential equipment. Brake pads and discs use standard sizes, so they can be replaced at any service point. Hydraulic brakes occasionally need bleeding, but otherwise require little maintenance.

Low step-through on a sporty frame

The combination of a low step-through, 29-inch wheels, and a sporty fork is unusual. Usually, you get either easy mounting or sporty geometry. Here, you do not have to choose, making the Nomads suitable for people who want the comfort of a step-through without sacrificing smooth rolling. The aluminum frame keeps the weight to 25 kilos, which is relatively light for a bike with this equipment.

Who is the Fiido Nomads for?

For riders approximately 1.75 to 2.10 meters tall who cover longer distances and do not stay exclusively on asphalt. The maximum total weight is 120 kilos. One thing to note: because of the large wheels, this is not an agile city bike, and it takes up space in a cramped storage area. If you only ride short distances through a busy city center, a 20- or 27.5-inch model is more practical. Consider where you will store the bike, as that often matters more than the specifications. For commuting within built-up areas, this equipment is more than adequate.

Ordering from Fatbikeskopen.nl

A 29-inch bike with 120 mm of suspension travel rides differently from a regular city bike, so try it first. You can schedule a test ride at ten showrooms. For maintenance, you can visit more than 450 service points in the Netherlands, which makes a real difference for a brand that primarily sells online. When ordered online, the bike is delivered to your home ready to ride. Three-year warranty on the frame and one year on the components and battery. For maintenance, you can use our collection and delivery service.

See also: Fiido e-bikes | Fiido | e-bikes | electric city bikes