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Old 03-10-2011, 08:31 AM
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Do you plug in the charger after say a short `10 or 15 minute ride?
/** caveat reader: I just washed my batteries and posted a picture, no professional here **/

I have read so many opinions on this question I am not sure a correct answer exists.

My rule of thumb is to charge after 15-20 minutes or more of pedal time. As an example, last night I went to the post office within a mile and back and did not charge. If that is all I ever did with the cart I would probably charge weekly.

That said, I almost never just go for rides less than 20 minutes, so I charge daily.

IMO, it is more important to not discharge the pack too far between charges. I think many folks run the pack down way too low (past 50% discharge) with each use which really affects live of pack.