The TRUTH about LECTRIC eBikes! Should you really consider one.
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- Опубліковано 10 лис 2022
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I have over 5000 commuter miles on my Lectric 2.0. I love it. I’m 68 years old with a 25-mile round-trip daily commute and couldn’t do it on a non-motorized bike. It’s great not paying for gas and it’s a nice ride for me along the ocean.
Jealous
"Along the ocean"
How does it do in the sand. Read articles saying 3" tires don't cut it. What do you think? Thanks!
@@nkr3637 There's a road along the ocean. I ride on that. Also, writing this three months later my Electric 2.0 has over six thousand miles.
wow 6k miles is amazing!
@@CaboWabotv I'm at 7000 now.
I say buy a Lectric brand with confidence. Last year I purchased the 2.0 Lectric eBike. I have nothing to compare it to as this is my first and only eBike so far. That said, I'm very happy with my eBike, and highly impressed with Lectric and how responsive they've been consistently. Short support story. In October this year, suddenly my eBike would not power on. I did my own basic troubleshooting and decided to reach out to Lectric support. It was about 3pm(ish) on a Saturday right before Columbus day Monday. So I decided NOT to call, I figured late Saturday we probably would not get far anyway, so I decide to write a detailed email of what I was experiencing and what I'd tried so far. I sent the email thinking I'd follow up with a phone call Monday or Tuesday morning, and reference the email. Once sent, I started focusing on some other chores around the RV (I'm a fulltime RVer) and (no kidding) about *15 minutes* after I sent the email my phone was ringing. I looked at my phone and I could see it was Lectric calling me. I answered, and the lady on the other end explained she'd read my email, and asked if I was near the eBike and interested in walking through some troubleshooting steps. I told her: "That was fast! I didn't expect a call back today". She responded with: "I knew we (Lectric) were getting ready to close for the long weekend, and figured I should see if I could get you going before everyone goes home." I'll say she was VERY knowledgeable, patient, and thorough. She helped me identify that the controller/screen had gone bad, and said that they'd ship me out a replacement no charge. The part showed up in a reasonable amount of time, I installed it, and I'm back on the road. With service like that, it's hard to want to go with anyone else. The eBike is great, and with the high fuel prices these days, I use it more than ever. So for me it has real utility.
I love that kind of customer service and is what's selling me on purchasing one of these in the future besides the wonderful price tag. Ty for your review
How easy was it to swap the controller?
@kurisu7885 Very easy. All connection points easily accessible... only took me a couple minutes I think...
@@rogersjourney
That's good to hear, service was a concern of mine.
My experience with Lectric is that their communication is very poor. Out of all the emails, site forms, etc., I've sent them, they've replied to just one. When I tried calling them, the automated reply said wait time at that time was at least one hour. I've read where others have had the same experience. Not good.
Nice review. I am a bicycle expert, raced professionally, ride 10,000 miles a year, ridden seriously for 54 years now, know bikes very well, expert mechanic. I researched the Ebike market for 7 years before finally buying last week. I finally choose a LectricXP3.0. One of the few companies I trust, with RAD being the other (trust as not money grabbers). Both companies are new to bikes, I say bikes because Ebikes use 90% of the bicycle industry for parts and design. I waited for the biggest problems of Ebikes to be addressed but gave up. Just like I gave up on conventional bicycles being designed for the 21 century decades ago. Wheels, tires, and chains are the weakest parts of any bike. There is only one tire manufacturer today that makes a serious tire for traveling, the Schwalbe 2 inch wide Marathon Plus tire. All other tires are toys and will go flat from objects as small and weak as a thorn. Next the wheels break spokes after just a few thousand miles, I waited for a 20inch solid wheel or HEAVY gage spokes like a motorcycle wheel, but they never came. Besides those mistakes that all Ebike and bike companies fail to address, you are correct, the Lectric is the best value for a quality bike at a great price. I don't own a car, and need a cargo bike around town, so my XP3.0 has all the racks and baskets, making this the strongest bike for cargo I have ever owned...no conventional bike is designed for cargo, not even touring bikes, conventional bikes for cargo are a gigantic joke of the bike industry. The other reason is I am now 65 years old and live in mountain country, riding short trips in town up long steep grades doesn't allow me to warm up my knees, this Lectic is going to be a life saver. I have written Lectric and advised them to stay focused on the one model like they have been, refining, and supporting all parts replacements for all years. Proprietary parts of each Ebike company is very important to talk about and must be available for at least 10 years from purchase...we shall see on this one. Most people find out Ebikes are a disposable toy, friends from church have $3000.00 in Ebikes sitting in their garage, dead, and no parts available, the company is out of business. $3000.00 is still a lot of money to people in retirement, they had to go back to work part time after their Ebike fiasco.
The XP 3.0 now ships with standard hydraulic brakes.
We bought two last November so we’ve had them about a year. And we love them. Great for local rides and to take on camping trips as well. Do you wish they were a little lighter but overall we really enjoy them.
Spot on as always. You have become our number one RV consultant. If you bless it, then we know we can trust it. I think we saw these in Costco a few months back and started doing some research on them. I think its important to manage expectations first and foremost. We use to ride higher end Trek hybrid mountain bikes. Now that we are getting a little older an E-bike for a riding in the campground and small trails fits the bill. Again great video and thank you for do an ACTUAL review of the product. Great detail.
I went last week to the Lectric showroom and test rode a 3.0. What a blast it was. I think that you are right. This e-bike gives you the biggest bang for your buck. The quality really shines. Good video on both e-bike models.
I have two of these bikes and I love them. I bought them because I got tired of renting Golf Carts that almost cost what the site cost. I have had zero issues and no complaints and would buy them again in a heartbeat. I typically rack up about 15-20 miles per weekend around the campground just cruising around with my son. Also, I never peddle ever. I'm a throttle only guy.
we are looking to buy a couple. which ones are you using?
@@OurRoadLessTraveled I have the standard straight frame lectric model. If I had to do again Id get the step thru like in this video. Easier to get on the bike.
The xp 3.0 is the best value
Thanks! Your comment really helped me make my decision.
_"I never pedal, ever. I'm a throttle-only guy."_
If I may ask, what's your top speed in throttle-only mode on flat ground? I have an XP 3.0, and while the pedal-assist performance is satisfactory, I'm kinda disappointed in the throttle-only performance, both in acceleration and top speed. (Especially the latter.)
I’ve got over 3,000 miles on my 1.0 and love it! Just had to replace the brake pads for maintenance so far along with a new rear tire from wear and tear. Wife has the 2.0 and has about 1500 miles on hers. Finished off our quest to ride bicycles in all 50 states this year and rode our Lectrics in 19 of the 50. Great product and customer service!
Where did you get the 1.0
@@LiamPrezioso I bought it directly from Lectric over three years ago.
I have a 2.0. 2 things you should have mentioned. 1) the bike comes assembled. Many videos I watch the bike is a pile of parts. 2) a quality ebike at that price allowed me to spend $300 on needed add ons. A good lock, a pack/panniers for stuff, mirror and suntour ncx suspension seatpost is as good as rear suspension.
Agree on the suntour!
Truth is they are cheap and awesome. Plus amazing customer service. I was moving my bike and it fell over in the driveway busting the shifter on the handle bars. I reached out to lectric just asking what the part number was so I could buy a replacement. They sent me a new shifter and cable for free. I own 2 xp2.0s will probably buy a sandstorm lite also just cuz I like the color and are impressed with the customer service.
We bought bikes this spring. We went for full size bikes. We us them to get away from the campgrounds. My suggestion is to remember that the hills you go up you must come down. Good brakes are as important as good motors‼️
My wife and I just bought 2 model 3.0 step through bikes. Love them. We live in New England so we aren't going to have a lot more time before winter. We plan on full time rving when we retire in spring of 24. Hoping to get a lot of use then.
Black Friday sale on the Premium is $1600.00 and you get extras. The Tourney derailleur is not the best choice for the XPremium. First thing I swapped was from the Tourney to the Altus short cage derailleur for a much better working system. Keep in mind, a mid drive bike is much like a manual shift car. Gotta keep the gears in the sweet spot based on speed and load. A better derailleur helps this bike immensely!
I'll check that out
This was great. Really a big help. We didn't know what to get or who to ask. Thanks so much.
I just bought a 3.0 recently and I absolutely love it❤️❤️
I bought 2 XP 3.0's recently. My wife and I absolutely love them.
From what I feel and see with the bike, they look and feel bulletproof. Amazing little machines that can take you places that you never thought you would see.
Hey, I just stumbled upon this video and I must say, the content is fantastic! As an avid ebike user myself, I'm always on the lookout for innovative products in this space. That's why I'm really excited about the new crowdfunding project from freebeat called the Morph 2-in-1 e-Bike. The fact that it can be charged when using indoor mode is a game-changer! Not only does it offer a smooth riding experience with its powerful motor and suspension, but it also incorporates fitness and technology seamlessly. The Smart Saddle Detection+ feature is a standout, providing performance insights and motivation. And the idea of converting indoor workout energy into CO2-free miles for outdoor rides is truly remarkable. Can't wait to support this project and get my hands on the Morph eBike!
Great detailed review well presented👍Lectric 3.0 is a vast improvement from the 2.0, especially the extended range version for $1,199. I purchased two Lectric 2.0's last year, and were great entry level ebikes, very happy with them. I'm hoping the 3.0's hub motor is much quieter than the 2.0's. Check out the Magicycle foldable Jaguarundi $1,299 w/o rear rack $1,359 with rear rack. I have the Magicycle Crusier Pro. Thanks.
I bought my first e bike in April and already have over 300 miles on it. Every where I ride, I see people on Lectric bikes. I think that will be my next e bike. Thanks for the review.
I"m also a mountain biker but I have really been eyeing these. I noticed your video and remember seeing you in BKXC's live stream chats so I was interested to hear your opinion. The XPremium looks like fun to just zip around the neighborhood on, or ride it on our local paved greenway trails. I figure the wife and I would enjoy the extended range and the ability to just use throttle if we wanted to. Texas is just too hot to get my wife out in the afternoon to pedal around our neighborhood. I'd have better luck to say "hey lets just do a throttle ride to get out and enjoy a quick ride."
We have two of the 2.0 bikes. One is a step through, one not. That was a mistake on my part. Get the step through. We had ours for a year now. When the first one showed up there was a hole in the box and the keys were gone. Called customer service and they sent a new battery with keys and I sent the keyless one back. Didn’t cost me anything. I have a Trek 970 mountain bike, but the Lectric is more fun to ride.
Had my xp premium 3.0 for a month and I'm still impressed as I ride.. so cool 😎
I bought an XP at the beginning of summer, after reviewing countless e-bikes. I've enjoyed immensely, and I like how it folds in half, thus allowing me to take it with me when towing my camper. With two baskets, I can traverse into town or the campground store and load it up with groceries, firewood, ice, etc. I agree, it is the best value per e-bikes.
We have 2 Lectric 2.0 older models. They’ve been a blast. Support was fantastic when I needed it for one when new. They helped resolve problem and haven’t had any other issues.
This is a great video of really dumbing it down. We’ve decided this is for us. I appreciate all the other comments of owners too.
I have 6000 miles on my xp1.0 with no problems so far. Ive done all the maintenance myself with basic tools in a small apt.
We have the 2.0 Lectric bikes (2 of them).1 was delivered with the package damaged. The gear shifter was broken during shipping. Called them up, sent them pics, and 2 weeks later they shipped a replacement. Didn’t have to pay for it, but did have to pay labor to have it switched out. We love ours, and we recommend them to anyone who asks about them. We travel full time in our travel trailer, so we are basically advertising for free. Lol.
2 weeks to get a replacement?? Had to pay for labor? No thanks…
Where do you store your bikes when traveling or at the site?
I have 2 for my wife and I , these bikes are great really good price point. I got upgrades and made mine like e caddies. i love riding . they have big tires and go through everything. One thing i would like to have but hard to find is solid tires. These bikes are smooth and well worth the investment.
you wouldn't like solid tires, better to install inner tube protection plastic around the tire, available online
As of June 2023 all new XP 3.0 step through bike now come standard with hydraulic brakes.
I almost purchased one of these, but decided to go with Pedego Element Platinum since they have a strong dealer network and 5 year warranty. They're very nice bikes and I like the UL rated battery for safety.
Great video, now you've given us more to think about. We're in our early 60's and have never owned an e-bike and honestly haven't ridden our regular bikes in a few years but love to go camping and it would be nice to go exploring with a little or a lot of help. I's down to the Himiway or the Lectric. Does size actually matter? I'm 5'6" and hubby is 5'10"
I bought 2 2.0 over a year ago and loved them. They're so good, they were stolen (my fault, I didn't secure them), so I upgraded to xpremium, even better. Love Lectric!!
The Lectric Models are value-oriented, entry-level e-bikes. If you have never ridden an e-bike and hop on one of these, you will feel like you have a Superpower.....and will enjoy every minute of your ride. The cost of e-bikes rose during and after the pandemic....but with models just under $1000, these e-bikes still present a great ride experience on a budget. BTW, not a shill...I actually own a big Rad Rover 4" Fat Tire.....
We own several rads and 1 lectric 2.0. No one in our family liked the lectric. The pedal assist was slow to activate and really jerky compared to other ebikes. We promptly sold the lectric after nothing but problems. Hopefully they improved the 3.0.
I just bought the cargo bike they make , this vid was good info,
My wife absolutely loves her Lectric model.
I was wondering if the premium ebike is a problem when folding because of the hydrolic breaks. I thought about switching my ST 2.0 to hydrolic brakes but was told I couldn't because it would pinch my hydrolic break line. I'm just curious. Thanks...
we have a combined 5,000 miles on our lectric brand bikes with no failures, I am a UA-camr too i have never received any products and his review is right on. Is the bike perfect no, but you wont find a better value.. I too have had many high end bikes and currently have a trek high end ebike and lectric is my go to camping bike
I have seen someone on lectric ebike i asked him how he liked it, it was 7 speed xp i think or something. he said dont buy it. its super heavy making the folding aspect completely useless. with recent recall the brakes are unsafe and unreliable as well. so dont buy it
The XP Premium is now $400 off plus a free bundle for their Black Friday sale.
I plan on getting an XP 3.0 as a means of commuting to and from work which all around is about 5 miles. This bike should do great hopefully!
Yes, you have alternatives to compare Lectric XP 3.0 step-through - with Ride1Up Portola and Aipas A2 Elite foldable and step-thru e-bikes which appear are better value in this most popular price range segment of the market, $1K and below.
I like my 2.0 wish the 3.0 would have been a option when I bought it.
would be great to see them side by side. with the Xpremium in front, it looks much larger.
My mom's boyfriend got me and my sister these bikes, never had an E anything and this thing is the FUTURE I got the 3.0 sister got the lite, they're awesome!!
I just bought a 2.0 got a great deal too I'm still learning to ride it's more powerful then i expected and the new 3.0 has an even more powerful motor a little scary to be honest
I bought my 2.0 last year. I was taken aback a bit with the amount torque it has. I've gotten use to it. But these things can really take off and buzz along... Like you, I was a little couscous and maybe apprehensive about the power in the beginning. It was all more than I expected. This is my first and, so far only eBike.... I've gotten use to it, and really enjoy it.
@@rogersjourney I'm. Just waiting for all the necessary safety gear to come in to get out on the actual streets. I'm not a youngster anymore and being safe is important
I like the 2.0 better than the 3.0 because it's 20 lbs lighter for me to lift
@@CaboWabotv The 3.0 wasn't released until a month after I bought mine which is why I got such a great deal but if had known I would have waited and bought the newer version
Problem with mid motor set-up is if the chain breaks, you can't use the electric on a heavy bike.
Good review! I’m thinking about getting the smaller 3.0 as a second eBike, to take with me, camping. I have a Cyrusher Kommoda, which I love, but it’s big and I worry about it getting stolen. A smaller bike and can stick in the camper or the back of my Yukon when I go to town, etc. does anyone have two for the same reason?
I would like to see you review the Ponto Go
At about 7 minutes and 30 seconds, there is mention of the total e-bike weight with two batteries. There is also mention of folding the bike in half, but because of the weight of the bike, it is awkward to fold. My question is: can the batteries be removed? thereby making the e-bike lighter and easier to fold? I enjoyed the video. Thank you.
I bought 2 in June they arrived in November. 6 months intrest free loan.
I'm digging mine. My first but it's perfect for my kinda riding. Long range battery is worth the money.
No diss. Whenever I hear this, when I look at the recommended bikes, their prices are always significantly higher and/or they lack features that I value.
Having a passenger option makes me happy, for sure.
Assuming the long range batteries are the same size and compatible with the premium?
I bought my 1st E bike through them and I will most likely buy a smaller version threw them as well. I love their customer service their bikes are well made 14:27
I really wanted the 26x4 monster truck tires on my e-bike. I almost got a more substantial e-bike with the 26x4.5 monster truck tires. My expert e-bike servicer is less than 5 minutes from my front door. I’m never calling customer service post-sale. 1000+ miles and rolling.
Does anyone know if you can attach a cargo trailer (made for bikes/ebikes)? Also using a Universal coupler? thank you
I own 2-3.0xps . We never ride in water we always store indoors .
Both had major parts fail within 500 miles , one being a battery . Lectric said because it was 13 months old now ,it’s out of warranty . They advised me to buy a new 300$ battery nearly a third of the actual cost of the bike . Also the mileage claims are not correct in the real world , that’s if you might have it on pedal assist one and doing most of the work . This is for for a campground or evening spin around the block but I’d Add another 500$ to your budget and consider a better quality brand
Wow! I didn't know Lectric had a premium bike! I just purchased a 3.0 with hydrauic brakes a few months ago!😢
My main concern is getting something repaired if something breaks down on the bike. You can't just go into any bike store and gotta ship it back to lectric I've heard and that shipping costs money round trip for the bike along with repair costs
Completely agree that is my main worry also
Yes same here and we live in Canada. @@d7895482
Why cant you use any bike shop in town? E bikes have been out for a while so I'm sure they could maintenance them. I imagine cost would be higher than a reg bike.🙈
Thanks so much for posting my buddy and I were watching both interested in e-box I bet him 50 bucks you would never mention price I won money so many people making ebay things most of them not smart enough to give the price
Thanks, nice informative video. Just what I needed to come to a conclusion. The price and features are nice for price point. I'm looking at the trike. I need fat tires, other than that it's what the doctor ordered. I have tera trike, recumbent, no electric. Tera trike high price, this trike not recumbent. When your wife can be tippy, the husband wants dirt trails, need fat tires. Thanks for the thoughts.
I purchased both the straight frame and step thru 3.0 . It looks like they put the 2.0 front suspension on my step thru model . We will see how there customer service will address the issue. Other than that I love these bikes .
You didn't mention that the XP 3.0 only has a 500W hub motor as opposed to having a much better 750W motor!!
I have a Lectric 2.0 and call it my personal transporter. Makes biking fun again.
Before buying two of these bikes from Lectric I was bit apprehensive at first, not knowing if something out of the box or so far from a bike mechanic would meet the mark. I was happy to find that any shortcomings I may have anticipated were all imagined and 2 years later the bikes are still performing like champs. Great customer service and good quality for the price. The 3.0 with 2 batteries and centered motor intriques me.
Are they good for someone that is 260 lbs and only 5’9”
You really should consider an Ebike - But you shouldn't consider buying one without looking into DIY kits. They are simple to install (plug and play wiring) and you can get twice the bike for half the cost of a manufactured brand name. I built a 48v/1000w bike with a 52v/20ah battery for about $700 - that will do (throttle only) 30mph with about a 30 mile range (at 15 mph -throttle only, range is about 70 miles) - and climbs hills at 15-20 mph.
The main issue with kits is figuring out where to mount the battery and controller - but there are several solutions. If you want performance over labeling - go with a kit.
Any thoughts about the XP3 on the sand?
Just ordered a 2.0 on sale for a price I couldn't resist. I actually prefer the 2.0 over the 3.0 anyway. I didn't really need the welded rear rack.
Can you ride the Premium with only 1 battery (while you charge the 2nd)?
Thanks for posting interested 2002 much for me
I love mine, my friends Kelly and Jay want one.
Just bought two of these because of your video. Mentioned that I learned about them from your channel, so hopefully they're paying you commission or something haha.
Do prices come down at all on black friday? Considering making a purchase but willing to wait for a BF deal.
Yes i have noticed everyone and their mom is getting free ebikes sent to them to review that real buyers actually cover the costs in the huge markup.
Beautiful review thank you 🙏. HeyBike Tyson is a beautiful bike also. Just buy an extra battery 🔋 then we’ll over 100 mile range
superior review for superior ebikes . well done mate
Do both batteries use at the same time??
Gotrax makes a model exactly like the step thru model lectric makes. Only difference is prices
I love my NARRAK. Under $1000. Been in ebike business for 10 years
How much weight can the premium one carry I’m #250
I'm looking at Lectric's upcoming XP Trike and this video is making me much more confident about going with that one, even if it's not the same as what you have.
I'll be one of the first to review it soon
@@BigTruckBigRV
I'll definitely keep an eye out for your video then.
Have you ever tried to pedal one of these with a dead battery?
Are these better than the heybike?
Anyone know how I can get this bike shipped to Hawaii LMK thanks!
These look great. But I can’t help but wonder about the small wheel diameter concerning stability. I think larger wheels would be much more stable. I’m thinking of buying a couple e-bikes for my wife and I to pull our fishing cart a few miles down the beach since we’re getting up in age and with the bad knees, we can no longer get to our favorite fishing spots. You think these bikes would be good for a couple miles down the beach and back? Obviously hard sand is easy, but can’t guarantee we won’t have to deal with softer sand. Thanks! Mark. PS, I keep picturing me driving the 3.0, with my wife on the back while pulling our fishing cart, hilarious 😂
If you think of a vespa scooter that can go faster the wheels are small. Larger wheels will be more like a regular bike but actually less stable
The smaller wheels are twitchy but still very rideable. Larges wheels are definitely more stable.
I’m 80 and just got the 3.0 I’ve had it a few weeks and absolutely love it. I can’t believe how well made it is and zero assembly was fantastic. The hydraulic brakes are great. I’ve been a biker for years but peddling has become too much for my old knees, I can ghost pedal this bike and go 25 mph….the service people are so friendly and helpful. I added a large basket and bell, and received some free accessories from lectrik. Two of my Florida cronies are getting the same bike and we are starting our own electric bike club! Wish I ordered the extended battery. Only con is the awkward position of the key. Frankly it worries me that the key placement issue is a con in every review and the company has ignored the problem. I suppose it’s because the contract they have for the battery/s have the key hole in the bottom of the battery.
I wish they would have a horn and brake light like the other brands have
11:42 the more Lectric reviews I watch, the more baffled I am that they didn't put the XP3.0 rack on the XPremium.
WE HAVE BOTH OF THESE BIKES the 3.0 and the premium got the premium for me cause i weigh 280 lbs. we are very pleased with them got them both for $2500 very hilly where we live the peddle assist is great to have. also they quit making the premium.
Another reviewer had good comments too, however, his demonstration showed the brakes were quite noisy. Maybe he had a gremlin or maybe they all have noisy braking? I just ordered the XP 3.0 and look forward to summer enjoyment. Thx for this video.
Hi, did you get your ebike yet ? Liking it ?
I cant agree about mid mount motor. Hub mount motors last a lot longer with no gears to wear out. Good luck with parts when your gears wear down.
Why could you not take the batteries off then fold on the premium ? I have a small SUV , Ford Escape , and these would be nice to take to a few places or to just use to run small errands.
How is the mid Drive ebike have a throttle I usually see mid Drive bikes that can't produce throttle what do you say this is Jerry from Santa Cruz ca,?
Thank you for a great review . I am disabled and haven’t rode a bike in 25 years . I am looking for a bike more like the small Lectric . I gave to wear ankle braces and walk with canes . Looking for something to start getting out with .
Would you recommend this Lectric or is there other bikes that mite be better for my situation .
If you have a disability or have balance issues a trike would be a better choice….Lectric has one.
What is your opinion a out the very similar AiPas A2 Elite (MRSP $1K) to XP 3.0, but with $799 sale price or even in my case for $625 plus S&H. It’s the same quality and so e claim on youtube that it’s the same manufacturer?
Can people ride them, or not? Do they move? Can you pedal them without power?
Any idea these models have regen braking? Mid drive typically do not.
They do not
They are cheap but understand you will only get around 22 miles on a full battery with limited assistance. I have two brand new bikes and had to spend an additional $650 to get enough milage to run our favorite trail. The bikes are very heavy but hold up nicely.
How would the 2.0 handle in. National parks? We are planning on going to Custer SP, Grand Tetons NP and Yellowstone NP. Would we be able to ride these comfortably there?
Call the National Parks you have in mind. They would be able to give you the best information.