Ariel Rider X52 Vegas Strip Night Ride. High Gas, No Gas, No Problem. My Vegas Jobs
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- Опубліковано 9 лип 2024
- Here I take a ride on my Ariel Rider X52 on the Vegas Strip and talk Economics and show you my old work stomping grounds.
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I, like many other of your viewers, are GLAD that you are posting regularly again Steve !!!
We are about the same age, and I enjoy when you share a bit about your past, family life .... It makes me think back also, (about my own life, and the way things around us all are changing almost daily, now) .... Strange times .... You matured early in life, well thought out future, took care of business, family, and were very financially responsible .... 👍👍👍 And now life is comfortable for you .... NICE !!
I really LIKE this e-bike, (better that the others, or that scooter ...), It's a lot more "practical" in my opinion... more logical, long term !!! I'm gonna look at the website, check out reviews as well ... "Thanks" Steve ... (Rick from Massachusetts)
We are the sum of our decisions in life. Life can hijack us for sure. Me too. Hopefully we can adapt prior or on the fly. Take care Rick.
I hope the heart of this message reaches many more than just your usual viewers.
I've shared it with my friends.
Thanks for sharing!!
I've worked at the Flamingo too, (playing craps). While I don't have any electric vehicles, I have used an electric toothbrush on the strip at various hotels and I think that deserves a mention.
Flaming-O, we used to call it.
Riding an E-Bike on the Vegas strip at night…you’re braver than I am.
I know, right?
Steve, please consider talking more about prepping and your thoughts on what is going to occur with the system.
God was with you for sure, driving on The Strip like that.
God's always been with me. Now if I can just figure out why.
@@XplorerSteveDIY Because He loves you no matter what.
Xplorer Steve ROCKS!
Great observations on life, etc. Thanks and keep sharing.
You bet!
Glad to see you posting regularly again. I live by the same standards and philosophies, Steve. I hope you’ll regale us with some prepper related content along the way too.
I feel like I may have to put a few statements out. Many are clueless to the signs and think any pain will be temporary.
@@XplorerSteveDIY I couldn’t agree more! Personally, I focus on a “Peak Oil” philosophy, at least in part because of how terrifyingly permanent it could feel/be.
I love the Peppermill!
Me too, but I wouldn't recommend working there as a busboy for $3.10 an hour. Lol.
@@XplorerSteveDIY Yes, sorry, I meant the food and atmosphere. Nice little walk from the Convention Center, and way better than the Denny's! Well I am off to watch you charge your e-bike with solar!
Yeah welcome back Steve! Interesting life man. Thinking of getting an electric bike…thanks for you input…my first job was working at a submarine sandwich shop called sub machine sandwich shop. I remember I saw the help wanted sign and a gal interviewed me then sent me on my way, said memorize the menu and you have a job. All the sandwiches were named after 30 and 40’ gangsters….two gun Crowley, Al Capone, bugzy Malone, etc…don’t remember all of them today but got the job. I memorized all but one…I was 16…just got my license and was buzzing around in my white scirocco…
Life was good had money for the weekends…and would have people over 21 buy us beers so we could run off into the mountains and get drunk, and play with our girlfriends….those were the days…
It’s pretty amazing the way you maneuvered the electric bike through the busy Vegas strip. I loved hearing about your jobs when you were just starting out as a young adult. I’m on the same wavelength as you when it comes to the current economic environment. A great video!
Thanks GW
Great story good times
Great video Steve. Nice ride. Same here. Good to be prepared for the unknown. Thankful for our vans aswell. In case of a disaster. It’s ready in a moments notice.
Cheers
It is nice to have options for sure.
Love learning about you!
Great Video Steve. TYSM
Awesome video Steve
As always, enjoyed another one of your great videos. Nice looking bike. Thank you for sharing.
Glad you enjoyed it
Pretty cool ride.
Thank you Steve 😊
No worries!
I loved your bike tour through Vegas strip. I was worried and would be a wreck riding with the cars. But you did it. It was fun to hear where you worked there in your younger days.
Nice video.
It was busier thanI thought out there. Take care.
Hey Steve
Your spot on about getting life independence setup.
Well done.
Simular philosophy here.
Thank you
Right on
Great ride in the new E Bike. Thanks for sharing X S. You should do more down town videos.
Maybe I'll try a few local things.
Nice bike. I'm too much of a cheapskate to take the e bike plunge, but you make some real valid points about being prepared.
I went on vacation in Florida a few weeks ago. Rental cars are so expensive now, I opted to use the bicycle that the Airbnb guy offered. I found if you have grocery store within 2 mile radius, that is a very liveable distance. I would recommend plenty of basket carrying capacity (panniers, and tail bag, plus handlebar basket.
Great video..!! I will ha e to look into this E-bike..
so far, so good.
I remember making 2.10 an hour. Just bout Everything is made with some kind of petroleum byproduct. Maybe in nevada where it's sunny alot and we can fill the desert with solar panels to create electricity but other states? I don't see how enough electricity can be produced for everyone to drive electric cars, heat our homes etc. I know technology is advancing, maybe some day we'll be there.😀
Most starter jobs today are $15 ish an hour.
Steve your a think ahead kinda guy. Thanks for sharing your thoughts about what might happen & how to prepare for it. Would like to see other ideas you have for potential shortages. Thanks!
Ha. I don't know if you want to get me going on that.
Nice ebike Steve! Definitely can come in handy if push comes to shove. I just recently purchased my third ebike, Aventon Aventure eFat tire all terrain. I love it and can go 40-50 miles. Stay safe sir!
Sounds great!
I remember my first job was pumping gas for $3.25/hr at Chevron. We had the full service pumps and we would wipe all the windows, check oil level and tire pressure.
I remember those days. My mom would say “fill it up with Esso And don’t forget my green stamps”
Hi Steve, another great video, I have watched all your videos, I am considering a Ariel X52 Step-thru , any negatives after having your Ariel X52 ?
Really enjoy your content! Have any plans to share more sourdough making videos? My in laws live in Vegas, hope to see the micro camper around. Cheers!
Naw. I stopped making the bread when the special flours disappeared from the store shelves. They are short again with the latest news out there. When things get back to normal maybe.
I'm 5 y/older than you, min wage in NY was $1.55 when I started work in '71. I could take home $52 & thought I were a rich man LOL !!!
I felt pretty rich too for a 15yo. Although working full time wasn't good for my grades.
I thought the Sur Ron had a speed limiter, where you can just snip the wire to unlock it to its full potential?
Yes. done. Then the eco mode becomes the "regular" mode.
I wish it came with rims instead of spokes. Also wish it came with basic safety features like blinkers, and mirrors. I impulsively bought upon recommendation. I’m still happy with purchase, but wish I would of looked a little deeper.
I had a juiced bike camp scrambler that I was disappointed in. Would have liked to test ride it but no such places around. I added a left side mirror. I don't miss the turn signals but wish it had a horn. There are kits for those who want them. Not pricey .
Hoping to get an invite to the wedding.
Yeah. deal.
I remember my 1st job other than baby sitting. It was in a shoe store making $1 an hour.
Everyone remembers their first job. ha.
Thanks so much for the recent content XS !!
Do you think your new bike would be suitable for a guy 6’ 220 lbs like me?
At 5'10" the seat could be higher for me for the purpose of pedaling but I use the throttle. It is hard to pedal along at 15mph after feeling the wind in your hair/helmet at 36mph. 300 lb is the rating I believe. (check website) and that 1000 watt motor is about the max for street legal ebikes. I think it would be comfortable for a 6' person, used the way I use it.
hi xplorer steve, was ariel bike convenient to pedal if needed? and did suspension soften up for long rides. hope to see a update vid on bike
The seven speed cassette makes pedaling very capable. Exercise when you want it and the throttle gives you a break now and again.
Steve, like a lot of commenters below, I'm in a similar life situation as you. I literally LOL'ed when you said you "were in love, and planning your future with your (new) girlfriend"!!! Great comment and been there, done that!
Question: If you had bought this bike first, would you see a reason to get the other two? Or do you just sort of "collect" them, and like their different features?
I have a Rad Rover and am itching for something smaller/lighter and faster (although I've got a speed controller on mine to take me to 30mph from 20/24 stock...). This might fit the bill. Nothing wrong with the Rad; just got a little itch I might wanna scratch...
Thanks. Jim in FL
In just two years, ebikes have come a long way. To answer your question. I thought the Sur Ron would do it for me, especially with the pedal kit. It is still the best value in ebikes today but because of their speed and nimbleness, they have a reputation with police and draw police attention. Look up LAESK8 on you tube and you will see the younger crowd wheelie and ride on the wrong side of the road and outfit them with 70volt batteries and special controllers. They can go 80mph all modded out. This bike is the bike I wish that other red one was. Faster. More comfortable, and a legal class2.
I ordered a Sondors Metacycle electric motorcycle, 80 mph and 80 mile range. They claim delivery in middle of 2022, guess we'll see.
Sondors are cool. Good luck.
What kind of lock do you use or recommend to secure your e bike at your destination? Theft is a big drawback to owning such an expensive bike
Kryptonite New York XL
I've already seen a few post on a local FB page where people are begging for food or money to buy food.
We ain't seen nothing yet.
@@XplorerSteveDIY l'm pretty prepped up. I started the day after Trump stopped travel from Europe in early 2020. Not prepping for nuclear fallout because l feel from that point on life will not be worth living. My plan if that happens is to kiss my ass goodbye.
Is the most reliable 4Runner the 2008 model , any thoughts Steve ty
I don't know for sure.
@@XplorerSteveDIY ty for feedback
If there was no gas wouldn’t everything else be shut down as well not to mention everyone trying to rob you the minute you leave your house In that electric bike. I find it funny how people prep for a grid down situation but if it happened for any extended period of time the looters will come for all theses goodies advertised on peoples YT Chanel’s best thing to do is prep in silence
I don't believe "everything" will be shut down in a no gas situation. Many people cannot see past their nose on happenings in the world. I like to help with another point of view.
Is lane splitting legal in Nevada? Be careful you don't get a ticket.
Yes it's legal.
@@XplorerSteveDIY hey Steve, you might want to double check that. According to Google, it's still prohibited.
😂😂😂 I fall hard for strangers too
I know, Right?
Lol
👎 on thumb throttle
I did not think I would like it. It is the first one I have tried, but I find it okay. But yeah, I find most prefer a twist as do I.