Veteran Lynx 50s

Veteran Lynx Battery, BMS, and Range

Lynx has a SmartBMS for the battery packs, which allows for more information about the status of individual battery cells, like cell voltage variance and many temperature points. It also enables the super-fast charging of the batteries at 15A current (2300W) via two charging ports. SmartBMS provides a way to configure and optimize many battery parameters.

Lynx battery packs are combined at 2700Wh, higher than Patton (2250Wh) but lower than Sherman S or Sherman Max (3600Wh). This makes Veteran Lynx one of the top electric unicycles in terms of power density (battery size compared to the wheel’s total weight). Lynx has 144 Samsung 50S high-power elements (36S4P) in the battery. These cells stand out with higher charging rates (2.2 times faster) and discharging rates (3 times more than Samsung 50E). The 50S also offers a higher range for operating temperature.

Last, 50S cells can produce higher currents when the battery is partially depleted (lower voltage situations). This reduces the risk of cut-outs when more power is needed. Even if the Lynx battery is smaller than the Sherman S’s, the power draw is lower thanks to its lower weight and better optimization. The resulting real-life range is close to that of Sherman S, about 80-95km, depending on factors like rider weight, average riding speed, tire type and pressure, temperature, pavement type, etc. The battery case for Lynx is 0.9kg lighter than that of Patton (2.7kg vs 1.8kg), contributing to the overall weight savings by 1.8kg.

Veteran Lynx Suspension

As one of the first, Lynx uses progressive springs in its suspension system. This reduces and, in most cases, overly eliminates the bottoming-out effect due to having a higher density of spring turns on the lower section of the coil. This means more resistive force is applied when the shock is at high compression after landing the jumps and drops. The FastAce oil suspension has 90mm of functional travel, which is +10cm compared to Patton. Preload for sag adjusting, compression, and rebound level adjusting is possible. Different spring weights can be chosen for rider weights, 62/66/70lbs. The lighter spring options are recommended for those who intend to use the wheel, mostly in commuter mode. A new 70lbs spring has been added for hard-core jumps and trails compared to Patton and Sherman S.

Veteran Lynx Safety Upgrades

• The hall sensor error mitigation algorithm is aimed at keeping the wheel balanced even if a hall sensor error occurs. The algorithm works at speeds over 7km/h.
• Smart field weakening increases the top speed without extra current needed. This increases the safety margin through a software algorithm at higher speeds. The field weakening is triggered by the speed but is not activated at any fixed speed, as it is not a linear algorithm. It also depends on other ride characteristics.
• Smart sensor to detect motor blocking and save the controller or motor from damage due to overcurrent.

Veteran Lynx Improvements over Previous Models

• Spike footplates with the gradual fixing of the folding angle
• Adjustable height jumping pads included.
• Suspension fork top covers added.
• The trolley handle is located in the back and rises higher, giving better control and enabling better seat mounting.
• The integrated bumper system and grab handle are slightly improved over the Sherman S.
• Reinforced magnesium alloy battery cases with alien head screws for better maintenance.
• The wheel has a double-sealed top cover for much better dust and water protection for electronics.
• The batteries can be maintained or replaced without removing the control board, reducing the risk of accidental damage.
• The charging ports are moved to the rear, reducing another risk factor.
• The motor bearing seals have been upgraded to ABEC-certified 2RZ seals with rubber gaskets.
• The app has quite a few improvements for settings, including the gradual 0-100 slider for setting pedal softness instead of the previous soft, medium, and hard modes.

Veteran Lynx Features

Like Veteran Patton, the Lynx is stuffed with a BW high-contrast display with buttons to adjust the settings and read the stats, a built-in kickstand, front and rear mudguards, adjustable 2500lm/20W headlight, large but light 10″ pedals, & front/rear handles for lifting the wheel.  The tire is a CST C186 or Kenda K262 2.75″ knobby tire with a 14″ rim and 20″ outer diameter. Veteran Lynx has no official IP rating, meaning the warranty does not cover the water damage. However, riding the Lynx in the light rain should be feasible based on the way the wheel is built and the user feedback. The climbing angle is one of the key topics for any rider into trail riding. Lynx has confirmed a climbing angle of 45 degrees and probably more, subject to grip.