Can Specialized’s 130mm Levo R survive the French Alps?

On paper, the Specialized Turbo Levo R Pro doesn't make a whole lot of sense - this 130mm travel 29er e-bike weighs almost 22kg, so it’s not much lighter than a regular e-bike, and with so little suspension it’s surely going to be less capable on the descents. Naturally, I decided that an epic adventure ride in the French Alps was the best way to see if these assumptions are misguided! It didn’t take long to realise that the Specialized Turbo Levo R Pro might confound expectations. Most surprisi

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