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John S. Bozick

E-Bike Writer & Reviewer

Originally from a small town in northeastern Ohio, John was eventually drawn elsewhere in the pursuit of self-actualization. What began as a creative background slowly shifted into the technical; John’s early interest in art led him to learn design, fabrication, and manufacturing techniques while attending the Art Institute of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He applied his creative, mechanical, and critical thinking skills in various industries including fine art, orthotics, furniture and interior design, construction, etc. before arriving in his current position at Electric Bike Report. Bikes have been present to varying degrees throughout John’s life; as a teenager, he spent much of his free time on a Diamondback BMX, and during/following the pandemic, a secondhand Specialized trail bike offered a way to blow off steam. Writing has been similarly ubiquitous; a natural skill with the written word developed through formal education into a source of pride and passion. At Electric Bike Report, John uses his analytical mind, technical writing skills, and dry sense of humor to share the best e-bikes with the world!

Get to Know John S. Bozick

Certifications

  • Bachelor of Science, Entertainment Design

Favorite Style of E-Bike

City, All-Terrain, Hybrid Path

Favorite E-Bikes Reviewed

Ride1UP Revv 1

Current Bikes You Ride/Own

Juiced Bikes RipCurrent S

Favorite New E-bike Tested

Magnum Vertex

Hobbies

Cooking, Hiking, Camping, Gaming, and Traveling

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John S. Bozick

Aventon Pace 500.3 Review | Hello, Torque Sensor Upgrade!

Comfort, style, capability, and speed combine in this new-and-improved city cruiser!

Aventon Pace 500.3 Review 2025
Contemporary cruiser styling, comfortable upright positioning, and a confident but casual feel? The Aventon Pace 500.3 delivers on all three. We at Electric Bike Report talk about the bike’s features, performance, and riding experience in this Aventon Pace 500.3 HS Review!

This third iteration of the bike features a couple of small upgrades that make a massive difference:

Aventon replaced the old cadence sensor with a torque sensor that greatly improves the bike’s ride and responsiveness. And the addition of turn signals adds an additional layer of safety by increasing rider visibility.

The Pace 500.3 retains the 500.2’s dutch-inspired, cruiser geometry, which places the rider in a comfortable position and gives them a broad view of their surroundings. This makes the bike well-suited to occasional riders and daily commuters alike.

Keep scrolling to see our full Aventon Pace 500.3 HS review!

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Ride1UP Revv 1 FS Review | The New Moto E-Bike King?

It rips! It roars! This moped-style e-bike brings the heat without breaking the bank.

Ride1UP Revv 1 Review
Moped-style e-bikes are decidedly on the rise, with more and more Super73 imitators releasing their take on the popular design with each passing day. It’s usually a bad idea to run late to the party – that is, unless you want to make a dramatic entrance. With the Revv 1, Ride1UP smashed through the front door, scattered the revelers on the dance floor, and cannonballed into the swimming pool! In this Ride1UP Revv 1 review, we wring out our shirts while we cover this moto-inspired e-bike’s specs and performance.

Where many e-bikes make you do a hefty chunk of the heavy lifting, the Ride1UP Revv 1 allows you to take it easy with a relaxed and comfortable ride. We think most riders are likely to operate the machine with just its throttle, but if you choose to use the bike’s pedals, you won’t have to worry about working up a sweat. With a single gear and a cadence sensor, the motor requires only a casual turning of the cranks to jump in and take over.

When that happens, look out! The Revv 1 can launch into motion and quickly get up to its (shipped) Class 2 speed limit of 20 miles per hour. Even the bike’s lowest pedal assist system (PAS) setting is capable of reaching fast speeds, making it practical for extending the distance a rider can go on a single charge of the battery. Ride1UP advertises a range of 30-60 miles, and we put that claim to the test!

With so much good, you might expect to pay a premium for the Revv 1, but you’d be surprised there, too. In typical Ride1UP fashion, the Revv is so competitively priced that we’re not sure how they get away with it.

To learn more about this radical, rippin’ roadster, read on to our full review of the Ride1UP Revv 1!

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Mokwheel Basalt Review | A Roving Powerhouse

A fat-tire e-bike that provides plentiful power to its rider – and can deliver power to devices on the go!

Mokwheel Basalt E-Bike Review
In a saturated market where new brands and bikes appear daily, distinguishing features become defining elements. Mokwheel has created something truly unique with the Basalt, a fat tire e-bike with some of the coolest add-ons we’ve ever seen. We at Electric Bike Report discuss the bike’s accessories, features, real-world performance, and more in this Mokwheel Basalt review!

Mokwheel refers to the Basalt (as well as the Scoria, which we reviewed earlier this year) as a Power Station E-bike; it can power a host of devices when combined with an optional 1000W power inverter with USB-C, USB-A, and DC5521 outlets. Add in the optional solar panels and take your adventures to the next level; there’s no such thing as limited range or power when you have the sun!

Even without its accessories, the Basalt is still a solid e-bike. Its 750W motor has the power to keep pace with other heavyweights in the fat tire category, and delivers both electrifying speeds and the power to conquer nearly any incline. It’s a bike where the word “punch” quickly comes to mind from the first ride.

With all that brawn, you might expect it to feel like a rocket, but the Basalt’s motor engages smoothly and comfortably (though its intensity can be adjusted). A torque sensor sets the Basalt apart from many of its competitors as well; this provides power from the motor responsively and gives the bike a natural-feeling ride similar to a traditional bike.

Keep reading our Mokwheel Basalt review below to see how the bike performed in our testing!

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Aventon Sinch.2 ST Review | A Folder That Blazes Up Hills!?

Adventures or casual cruising await on this easy-to-store and easy-to-ride folding e-bike.

Aventon Sinch.2 Review 2024
We at Electric Bike Report have been consistently impressed by the upgrades that Aventon has recently been rolling out. From model to model, the brand has sequentially revisited each of its existing e-bikes and added significant features like torque sensors and turn signals. Now, their folding bike has received the same treatment! We take a look at upgraded e-bike’s features and performance in this Aventon Sinch.2 review.

Thanks to its new torque sensor, the Sinch.2 rides and feels more like a non-electric bike. It’s responsive and capable in all of its four pedal-assist system (PAS) settings, both on the flat and when traveling uphill.

As a folding e-bike, the Sinch.2 collapses for easier transport and storage. The bike’s step-thru frame also makes it easy to ride by removing the need to swing a leg all the way over the saddle!

The Sinch.2’s visual styling hasn’t changed much, but we do appreciate the bike’s two new colors. The addition of bright, highly visible brake lights and turn signals adds to its already solid looks on top of adding an extra layer of safety!

Continue reading our full Aventon Sinch.2 review below for more!

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Vanpowers UrbanGlide Ultra Review | A Hidden Gem?

Vanpowers UrbanGlide Ultra Review
The UrbanGlide Ultra is the top-tier version of the newest commuter e-bike from Vanpowers. This bike was our introduction to the brand, and we were blown away by some of its features and performance. We at Electric Bike Report explain our experiences on the bike and its results from our testing in this Vanpowers UrbanGlide Ultra Review!

After unboxing the bike, its Bafang 500W mid-drive motor was the first thing to jump out to us. We quickly learned that it had an unexpected and satisfying amount of power that allowed the bike to get up to speed rapidly and conquer hills with ease. Additionally, where many e-bikes lack an appreciable amount of power in their low-assist settings, the UrbanGlide Ultra’s motor gave us plenty even in its first and lowest.

We loved the bike’s responsive feel; with a mid-drive motor and a torque sensor, it feels incredibly similar to a non-electric bike – just better! The motor responded immediately to the intensity of our pedaling, which gave us the power to overtake other cyclists, gain momentum before hills, or simply reach top speed quickly.

Additionally, the UrbanGlide Ultra had an uncommon level of comfort with its Suntour suspension fork and Zoom suspension seatpost. Its ergonomic design and adjustable stem allowed us to get a (near) perfect fit, and we found it supremely comfortable even on longer rides.

Read our full Vanpowers UrbanGlide Ultra review below for more information on this awesome urban machine!

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Aventon Soltera.2 Review | Proving Less Is More?

A responsive, affordable, and comfortable city e-bike with an analog feel.

Aventon Soltera.2 Review 2025
If you’re tired of sitting in stop-and-go traffic during your morning commute, or you want to pedal from midtown to downtown a little faster, the Aventon Soltera.2 might be the perfect solution. The original version of this light-ish-weight city e-bike has been a staff favorite here at Electric Bike Report, and we’re thrilled to share our experiences with the upgraded model in this Aventon Soltera.2 review!

Perhaps more than any other e-bike in the Aventon lineup, we were excited to try out the Soltera.2’s new torque sensor. We’ve appreciated this update on the brand’s other models, but with the heart and soul of a traditional bicycle, the Soltera seemed to deserve it most. We loved the resulting improvements in ride feel and motor responsiveness! While we love the utility of the Aventon Aventure.2, we love the classic ride and handling of the Soltera.

The Soltera.2 weighs in at a manageable 46 lbs. With its modest frame, 700x38c street tires, and a more relaxed steering angle than the first iteration, it felt incredibly nimble and maneuverable. Weaving through traffic just became a breeze!

Cyclists who don’t wish to give up their exercise routine will be pleased to note that the Soltera.2 won’t affect their ability to burn calories. The bike includes a relatively subtle 350W motor that boosts its rider to go further and faster but doesn’t take over completely.

For an in-depth look at the latest city bike from one of the biggest e-bike brands around, check out our full Aventon Soltera.2 review below!

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Velotric Packer 1 Review | Powerful Motor Lets You Haul

This comfortable, high-capacity cargo-hauler rides smoothly and handles great!

Velotric Packer 1 Review
Say hello to the Packer 1! With the brand’s signature design and two cool colors, the Packer certainly has good looks… but does its performance match its style? The reviewers at Electric Bike Report answer that question in this Velotric Packer 1 review.

With a roomy rear rack that can carry up to 176 lbs of kids, groceries, or gear, the Packer 1 is a workhorse! Velotric offers a huge spread of accessories including two bundles geared toward families. The bike has a 440-lb total payload capacity, so between the rear rack and the optional front basket, there’s plenty of room for everyone and everything!

In our experience, the Packer 1 rode like a dream with its upright riding position and comfortable contact points. The bike’s plush saddle, curved handlebars, and ergonomic rubber grips felt great even after long test rides around our local bike paths.

Despite its size, we found that the Packer 1 also had surprisingly good handling! The bike uses a 20” rear wheel to keep its center of gravity low and a 26” front wheel for smoothness and control. The combination paid off with an unexpectedly responsive ride even with added cargo weight.

Keep reading our full Velotric Packer 1 review below to see the bike’s specs and to find out how it stacked up in our series of standardized tests.

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Ride1UP LMT’D V2 Review | All-Purpose E-Bike For All?

Sweet Simplicity: This Commuter E-Bike is Straightforward, Practical, and Fun!

Ride1UP LMT’D V2 E-Bike Review 2025
Many of the e-bikes we’ve reviewed here at Electric Bike Report offer a variety of specialized features; phone mounts, electronic horns, high/low beam headlights, etc. The Ride1UP LMT’D V2, on the other hand, keeps things basic but functional. In our review, we discuss the real world performance of this simple but seriously effective commuter!

The first thing that stood out to us about the LMT’D V2 was its analog feel. With a torque sensor, its motor adapted proportionally to our effort up to certain limits. As it shipped, four of the bike’s five pedal assist settings were limited to half or below of the motor’s potential output, so in most cases we found the ride to be reserved and natural.

Another benefit of this conservative programming was great range! With limited output, the LMT’D’s 750W rear-hub motor consumed the charge of the removable 48V, 672 Wh battery slowly. Ride1UP advertises a range of 30-50 miles, but we were able to exceed both figures in our tests.

Due to its simplicity, our group consensus was that the LMT’D V2 is just a good bike without trying to be anything more. It does, however, have its flaws. We appreciate the absence of too many bells and whistles, but we were surprised by its absence of brake lights. And like many of the brand’s e-bikes, the LMT’D’s sizing is on the small side, which may leave riders in the 6’ range feeling slightly cramped.

Still, the good definitely outweighs the bad here: this is a great ride. Our full Ride1UP LMT’D V2 review, continues below!

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Aventon Abound Review | A Well-Rounded Cargo Experience

Possibilities abound with this comfortable, capable cargo-carrying addition to Aventon’s lineup.

Aventon Abound Review 2025
Since the release of their first e-bike in 2019, Aventon has expanded and diversified its electric bike lineup to include a model for just about everyone. Their catalog of e-bikes has included a utilitarian commuter, a stashable folder, a daring fat tire model, and many more. Now, the company has rounded out their selection with a dedicated cargo hauler! To our delight, we had the opportunity to review the new Aventon Abound before it was released to the public.

While our test bike came with some extra bells and whistles, we were happy to see that the standard version of the Abound still includes functional essentials like an extended rear rack and running boards, as well as some onboard storage. This set of features is just the beginning though; Aventon offers a full range of accessories to expand the Abound’s usefulness.

Weight carrying capability is (nearly) everything on a cargo bike, so we were definitely not disappointed to see the Abound rated for a whopping 440 lbs of total payload capacity. With additional accessories like bags, baskets, and seats, that can include additional riders or a lot of gear.

Like the other new and/or updated models in Aventon’s lineup that we have reviewed, the Abound features a torque sensor that gives the bike a natural and responsive feel.

That’s enough of the basics though, let’s dive in further! Continue reading below to see our review of the Aventon Abound, where we report on the bike’s specs and present findings from our series of standardized tests.

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Lectric ONE Review | Stellar Tech At A Shockingly Low Cost!

This diminutive commuter e-bike punches well above its weight class in terms of tech, functionality, and power—all at an approachable price.

Lectric ONE Review

Like most industries, the e-bike market is often shaken when new technology is debuted or when a new model is priced well below the expected and established threshold based on its specs and features.

Lectric, a brand whose reputation was defined by breaking the norm with its highly affordable XP line of folding e-bikes, is no stranger to shaking things up. The ONE is the brand’s latest instance of redefining what is possible at a specific price point—and potentially one of its most impactful.

The Lectric ONE is a commuter e-bike packed with unexpected technology for its price just north of $2k. Most notably, it features a 6-speed Pinion gearbox with electronic shifting and automatic downshifting. It also sports a Gates Carbon belt connecting the gearbox to its lively 750W rear hub motor, making for a smooth, quiet, and low-maintenance experience.

Additionally, the ONE employs a cadence sensor to trigger its motor, using an array of 96 magnets (many others use just 12) for extremely rapid, responsive engagement. Like many of Lectric’s other e-bikes, the bike uses the brand’s PWR programming, which creates a more natural, analog-like pedal experience than traditional speed-based systems.

We were floored when the bike was announced, and our initial test rides showed serious promise. Did the bike hold up to our excellent first impressions? Read our full review below to find out!

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