Ebike Review: Denago City Model 1
Bike.com sells a new line of road style ebikes called Denago. I got the chance to test ride their step thru model recently. It features a 500 watt rear hub motor with a decently sized 13.6 ah battery located in the down tube.
Read full storyNew Ebikes Being Launched
2022 is shaping up to be an interesting year in the ebike industry with lots of new models coming out almost each week. Here's a roundup of what's been announced lately. The ASTRO is a new Class 3 e-bike, which have higher speeds than ordinary models. It has been designed with a special emphasis on innovative aesthetics; its design is not your typical ebike. Rather this is more an an electric moped style ride.
Read full storyTracking Apps for Ebikers
Looking to track your ebike rides? How about sharing the ride route with friends? Need to verify your speed? There are a number of apps in the major app stores to suit your need.
Read full storyEbike Riding Tips
So you want to get an ebike? I've noticed that the majority of new riders are folks who may not have picked up any bike in years so it's worthy to note a few things about how these ebikes will travel.
Read full storyWhat to Know About Ebike Batteries
Lithium ion ebike batteries are the most expensive part of any electric bike so keep them stored properly is key to their longevity. Most are rated for 700-800 charge cycles over their lifetime so they should last you a number of years.
Read full storyAn Ebike for the Big & Tall Crowd
The Mokwheel Tor Plus is a run over anything kind of e-bike built for the big and tall crowd. You should probably be at least 5 foot 10 to ride this ebike comfortably. Featuring 26 X 4 inch fat tires, a 16ah battery and a 750 watt motor with 85 Nm of torque, this large size electric bike is about as big as you can get in the ebike world.
Read full storyEbike Review: Senada Saber 1000W Fat Tire
I wasn't sure what to expect when the Senada Saber showed up at my ebike garage. It featured a rear rack but that was bent heavily in shipping so I removed it and left a cleaner look with just the fenders. The cool blue rims give it a nice splash of color against a matte black frame with orange accents.
Read full storyConnecticut Ebike Group Conducts First Spring Ride
Last month a few hearty souls braved 48 degree temps to hit the Farmington Canal Heritage Trail beginning in Hamden, CT. This video captures some of the meetup and ride footage.
Read full storyEbike Buying Tips for Newbies
Ebikes are growing in popularity. They even outpace electric cars in terms of sales. The problem is you have lots to choose from and the sheer amount of models on the market can be confusing to new ebike buyers. At last count there are already 100+ makers of e-bikes selling online.
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