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Canyon Neuron ONfly Reivew: The True In Between Of eMTB and Trail?

The Neuron:ONfly combines remarkably low weight with the power of a heavier eMTB, resulting in a playful ride that can keep up with burlier e-bikes.

Of the many e-bikes we saw at the Sea Otter Classic, one of the most exciting was one we couldn’t talk about in our coverage. Canyon has just released its latest eMTB, the Neuron:ONfly, and not only is it Canyon’s lightest eMTB by more than 5 lbs., it achieves that weight without giving up power.

Producing a sub-50-lb. eMTB isn’t easy and the way some companies have accomplished this is by shrinking the battery and motor, resulting in an eMTB that can produce more power than the rider alone can, but lacking the peak power necessary to keep up with other e-bikes. This is where Canyon’s new Neuron:ONfly is different.

Canyon chose the Bosch Performance Line SX motor because, at 4.4 lbs., it is Bosch’s lightest motor, but still produces a maximum output of 600W and 55Nm of torque. And it is powered by Bosch’s CompactTube 400, a 400Wh battery which can offer more than 3000 feet of elevation gain per ride. The combined weight of motor and battery comes in at just 11 lbs. This is a Class 1 e-bike with a maximum assist speed of 20 mph in order to be legal on as many trail systems as possible.

The Neuron:ONfly rolls on 29-in. wheels both front and rear, rather than going with the increasingly popular mullet setup; there are those of us who prefer 29-in. wheels both front and rear. Suspension travel stands at 140mm, both front and rear, thanks to a RockShox Pike fork and a RockShox Deluxe Select + shock.

Thanks to a 12-speed Shimano Deore drivetrain and SRAM Code R hydraulic disc brakes and other strategic choices, the Canyon Neuron:ONfly weighs just 44.76 lbs., and comes in at roughly $5500 for the complete eMTB.

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Canyon’s release of the Neuron:ONfly is arguably the most exciting new eMTB this year thanks to its combination of low weight and full power.

Mountain bikers face a transition when riding eMTBs after years of regular mountain bike riding. While the greater weight of an eMTB aids traction and makes the bike feel more planted. That’s good. However, in riding a bike that may weigh close to double what their previous mountain bike did, eMTBs tend not to feel as playful. They aren’t as easy to loft over rocks and roots. They tend to bash their way through rock gardens. And getting the front wheel off the ground, while not difficult, requires thought and conscious effort because muscle memory is programmed for much less weight.

The upshot is that riding an eMTB is a somewhat different experience than riding a regular mountain bike and it requires some adjustment. For the rider who may want to switch back and forth, taking their lighter mountain bike out for shorter rides and then going on longer, faster rides with their eMTB, shrinking that weight gap between eMTBs and regular mountain bikes means less adjustment for the rider when switching back and forth.

We spoke with Canyon’s Vernon Felton at Sea Otter and what he says he found so remarkable was that most lightweight eMTBs give up that top-end power, so that on a ride with other eMTB riders, the lighter eMTB with the lower power motor gets dropped on climbs. He found the Neuron to be more maneuverable, easier to negotiate through a rock garden while maintaining an ability to climb with the most powerful eMTBs on the market.

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DYU Secures $100 Million In Funding

The infusion will provide for an increase in product development, more staff, marketing and supply chain improvements.

Chinese e-bike manufacturer Dyu Intelligent Mobility has raised CNY 100 million in a Series A funding round. The new funds are earmarked for new hires, product development, marketing and streamlining its supply chain.

Dyu Intelligent Mobility was founded in 2016, and is based in Shenzhen, China. In addition to designing and making e-bikes, the company has divisions devoted to sensor-based vehicles and personal mobility robots.

The company has grown rapidly since its launch in 2016. In its first year of production, 2017, it shipped 18,000 units, while in 2020, it shipped more than 150,000 units. Today, the company says, it ships 500,000 units worldwide, serving consumers in more than 60 countries, though its biggest markets are the U.S. and Europe.

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Shoppers who visit Sam’s Club and Costco may recognize the e-bike above from their visits to those retailers. While Dyu does sell its products on Amazon, the company reports that 90 percent of its revenue comes from “offline channels,” i.e., brick-and-mortar stores such as Costco.

It’s not made for kids per se, but the DYU D3f we tested a while back was a hit with many of the teens and tweens of the Electric Bike Report staff.

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Pedego Release 3 Not-so-Very-Pedego-Like E-Bikes

Pedego has launched its first e-moped, its first cargo e-bike and its second e-trike, this one with fat tires.

Pedego, which operates the largest chain of e-bike retailers in the U.S., has introduced three new e-bikes and these are not your neighbor’s Pedegos. The three new models are meant to increase Pedego’s market share and appeal and they definitely take the brand in a new direction.

The three models are the Moto, the Cargo and the Fat Tire Trike. Each of the three models comes in just below the $4000 price point, making them premium models within Pedego’s lineup. Each of the new models is certified both to UL 2849 (the entire electronics system) as well as UL 2271 (the battery on its own).

The Moto is a moped-style e-bike with a step-thru frame and features front and rear suspension, a 10-speed drivetrain and hydraulic disc brakes. The Moto ships as a Class 1 e-bike with a maximum assist speed of 20 mph, but can be unlocked to go up to 28 mph on pedal assist; it does not include a throttle. The 750W brushless, geared hub motor is powered by a 922Wh battery, which Pedego estimates could offer riders up to 75 mi. of range per charge.

The Cargo is a long-tail compact cargo e-bike with a 750W brushless, geared hub motor that can produce 85Nm of torque—enough to get a parent and child up to speed. It can be purchased with a combination of a 672Wh and 960Wh batteries that the brand says can offer riders up to 132 mi. of range per charge. It comes with a 10-speed drivetrain and hydraulic disc brakes and rolls on 20 x 4-in. fat tires, making it one of a handful of fat-tire cargo e-bikes. \

The third new model is the Fat Tire Trike, which is exactly what it says it is—a trike with fat tires. It comes with a 750W brushless, geared hub motor that produces a respectable 75Nm of torque, which will give it good acceleration, even when loaded. It is powered by a 910Wh battery which Pedego estimates is good for up to 75 mi. in range per charge. Unlike some trikes, it comes with a large cargo storage area, as well as a backrest for the seat to improve support. Top speed is limited to 15 mph in order to keep it stable in turns.

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These new models from Pedego expand their lineup in an intriguing way. With each of these broad categories—e-moped, cargo and trike—it can be difficult to find examples to test ride. Even if someone chooses not to buy a Pedego following a test ride, visiting a Pedego dealer can do much for someone in understanding the options on the market. Plus, getting to know the folks in the Pedego store can be a start to building a relationship with the staff, which can be handy no matter what you buy, because sooner or later, every e-bike needs service.

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Kona Bicycle Brand To Be Sold

Following its purchase in 2022, Kona parent Kent Outdoors plans to sell the Washington-based bike brand to focus on its watersports businesses.

Attendees to last week’s Sea Otter Classic got a surprise when they dropped by the space where they expected to see Kona Bikes set up. After setting up their 20 foot by 40 foot booth in the expo area near the Sierra Nevada beer tent, they disassembled it Wednesday and drove back to the company headquarters outside Bellingham, Washington. Two days later Kent Outdoors, Kona’s parent, announced that it was seeking a buyer for the bike company.

Kent Outdoors bought Kona Bikes in 2022 and had just recently announced a new $100 million credit line from Eclipse Business Capital, an asset-based lender.

In its press release announcing their plans to sell Kona, Kent Outdoors stated, “This move (selling Kona) allows the company to direct its resources toward investment in its key water sports businesses. The bike industry has faced very significant challenges in the post-COVID world and Kona has not been immune to these headwinds.”

“Within the Kent Outdoors family of brands, we pride ourselves on a robust legacy characterized by resilience and an unwavering ability to overcome hurdles, consistently emerging stronger in the face of adversity,” said C.J. Vlahovich, who leads Kent’s Watersports division. “While the path to improvement has been demanding, our devoted team remains steadfast in our conviction that Kent Outdoors is destined to continue as the foremost innovator in cultivating vibrant brands that elevate outdoor enjoyment for all.”

Kent Outdoors’s Water Sports division includes Bote, HO Sports, Onyx and Liquid Force, among others.

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Like many bike brands, the pandemic caused a boom in bike sales for Kona, and once the brand was able to restock following such high sales numbers, it, like many brands, found itself overstocked.

Kona’s plan to right-size its inventory has seen it offer a BOGO—buy one, get one—on its full-suspension models, and some of its budget-oriented models are currently on sale.

Kona produces five different models of e-bikes, including two hardtail eMTBs, a commuter, two gravel e-bikes and one full-suspension eMTB and they offer most of these at multiple price points.

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Rad Power Bikes RadExpand 5 Plus Review, 2024

A compact folding e-bike that has range for days and the upgrades fans had been asking for.

It’s been nearly two years since Rad Power Bikes released the first RadExpand 5 folding e-bike, but since that latest version they have clearly come a long way with this new version, the RadExpand 5 Plus. The standard RadExpand 5 is still avaialbe – and happened to be one of our faorite folding e-bikes when it comes to handling – but this upgraded model packs in features fans of been asking for. Most notably: a front suspension fork and new display.

Folding up to just 29″H x 25″W x 41″L, this bike packs up small in just a few steps. With its folding design, the RadExpand 5 Plus is a go-to consideration for the on-the-go crowd like RVers, or just those with limited storage space.

Not only is the RadExpand 5 Plus here UL 2271 and UL 2849 Certified, but they now have Smart Shield Battery Technology. This new technology is another step forward in fire safety tech in e-bikes borrowed from existing setups electric vehicles. Each individual battery cell is “shielded” in a fire-resistant barrier, helping to prevent run-offs should one cell get too hot.

New for the RadExpand this time around is going from a cadence sensor to a torque sensor motor activation of the 750W motor. This new torque sensor has a more natural feel when pedaling and as you will see in the Range Test, gave us much better mileage than we expected.

In this Rad Power Bikes RadExpand 5 Plus review, well talk speeds, real-world range results, brake performance testing and the overall ride quality. So, helmets on, water bottles full and let’s take a ride and chat about the RadExapand 5 Plus!

The Mondraker Dune: Lightweight eMTB with Enduro Focus

The Mondraker Dune hits three different price points and can take hard landings that eMTBs this light can’t usually soak up.

Spanish mountain bike and eMTB maker Mondraker is making a big push into the U.S. market and to that end have introduced a new eMTB called Dune. The Dune comes in three different builds: XR, RR and R. While the parts pick varies across the three different versions, a number of features remain constant. This is a Class 1 eMTB (20 mph maximum assist) with a mullet setup (29-in. wheel front and 27.5-in. wheel rear) and a carbon fiber frame with 165mm of travel. The fork features 170mm of travel. Each of the editions of the Dune come equipped with Bosch’s Performance Line SX motor and a 400Wh Compact PowerTube battery. So why is it called a lightweight eMTB when it can handle the sorts of hits that require 7 in. of travel? Because all three versions weigh a scant 43 lbs.

It’s not uncommon for a regular mountain bike with that much travel to weigh 35 lbs., so a 43-lb. eMTB that can handle the sort of hits intended for enduro and downhill designs is a surprising achievement.

While most rear suspension systems anchor the shock in the frame and attach the other end to a link that is moved by the swingarm, Mondraker’s Zero Suspension System places the shock between two links, meaning it is compressed from both ends. Mondraker calls the system Zero because they say it pedals efficiently, without the bobbing that comes with some systems, plus it experiences zero brake-jack, that is, a locking-up of the rear suspension which occurs in some suspension platforms when the rear brake is applied. Another common issue is pedal kickback, which is resistance at the pedals caused by the suspension actively moving while the rider is pedaling

Mondraker also touts their Forward Geometry design. They were one of the first companies to being using longer top tubes and shorter stems, which moved the front wheel farther in front of the rider, making for a more stable ride, especially on steep descents.

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The Mondraker Dune: Lightweight eMTB with Enduro Focus

All three versions of the Mondraker Dune, the XR, RR and R, are made with the same Stealth Carbon carbon fiber frame. What changes between them is the parts pick.

The Dune R is the most affordable of the three, coming in around $8000. It’s equipped with Fox Float X Performance EVOL shock, Fox 38 Float 3P Performance fork, a SRAM NX Eagle drivetrain and DB8 brakes with 200mm rotors.

The Dune RR goes for a bit more than $9000. It receives an Ohlins TTX shock, Ohlins RXF 38, SRAM Eagle AXS (wireless) drivetrain and SRAM Code Bronze Stealth 4-piston brakes with 200mm rotors.

The top-of-the-line Dune XR, a nearly $12,000 stunner, gets Ohlins TTX2 shock, Ohlins RXF 38 M.2 fork, SRAM Eagle AXS (wireless) drivetrain and SRAM Code Ultimate Stealth 4-piston brakes with 200mm rotors.

The Mondraker Dune is the sort of eMTB that has the power to redefine expectations about what an eMTB can do. An eMTB that weighs 43 lbs. and can generate 600W and sail over 20-foot-gap jumps is the sort of machine that could pull many traditional mountain bikers into an electrified world.

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EU Bike Infrastructure Plan To Create 1 Million Jobs By 2030

The European Union has passed an historic piece of legislation in Brussels regarding cycling and cycling infrastructure. Transportation Ministers from each EU nation gathered to sign the European Declaration on Cycling.

The initiative lays out 36 commitments to position cycling as a strategic priority in the EU. Not only does the declaration encourage pro-cycling measures, it also makes backtracking on commitments to cycling complicated, requiring more effort to undo a policy than to initiate one.

Kristian Brink, President of Cycling Industry Europe’s Bike Share Expert Group said, “It’s a historic moment for an industry that was always considered a ‘complement’ to public transport. Now, private cycling is aligned with the rest of mobility choices and puts it at the same level of legal dignity as a car, just more environmentally friendly.”

The declarations call on governments to position cycling as an important measure in meeting climate accords, such as the European Green New Deal; to invest in cycling infrastructure; gather better data on cycling in order to better evaluate current and future policy decisions; and develop measures that will increase the ability of older people and people with disabilities to ride.

According to Tony Grimaldi, the president of Cycling Industries Europe, he expects that the cycling industry will create 1 million new jobs by 2030. He believes that the bulk of these new jobs will develop in the service sector. They will include bike assembly and maintenance as well as jobs devoted to tourism.

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Cycling Industries Europe will put considerable effort into making sure that the 36 declarations develop into something meaningful following the June EU elections. They also intend to press governments to invest more in cycling infrastructure and developing cycling businesses.

In recent years, particularly during and since the pandemic, we’ve seen an increasing number of U.S. communities adopt measures to increase pedestrianization and cyclability that first gained acceptance in Europe. While the walkability of U.S. cities lags far behind cities in Europe, we are seeing changes. It’s our hope that this declaration can serve as a blueprint for U.S. cities to follow.

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Cyclists Now Outnumber Motorists in Paris

A study in Paris found that cyclists now outnumber drivers commuting from the suburbs into the city center, thanks to an increase in cycling infrastructure.

Paris is now a city with more cyclists than drivers. That’s the finding of GPS-based research conducted by L’Institut Paris Régione, which is the largest urban planning and environmental department in the EU.

The results of the study demonstrated a remarkable number of people using cycling as a primary form of transportation. Some 34.5 million trips are made by bike each day in Paris by people between the ages of 16 and 80. On the weekends the number of trips remains high, with 29 million on Saturday and 19 million on Sunday.

Just as amazing is the amount of time Parisians spend in the saddle. The average Parisian’s riding time lasts 92 minutes on weekdays, 67 minutes on Saturdays and 49 minutes on Sunday. That’s more than nine hours of riding for the average Parisian each week.

Other findings showed that people living in the Paris suburbs often commute into central Paris, and the number of cyclists making that trip has climbed due to building additional cycling infrastructure.

The study also clarified that the data reflect the behavior of ordinary Parisians, not racing cyclists clad in stretchy clothing.

According to the study, just five years ago, motorists outnumbered cyclists traveling from the suburbs into the city center, but that is no longer the case, with cyclists now making more of those suburb-to-city commutes by bike.

Among the changes that have encouraged more people to ride, Paris mayor Anne Hidalgo has restricted SUV access to central Paris, reduced the number of parking spaces in the city and closed some roads to motorists. The study is being heralded as a confirmation that her policies are bringing about the desired changes in Parisian behavior.

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The Electric Bike Report take: We are seeing an increasing number of European cities restrict their roads to vehicles. At first, the restrictions emerged primarily in Medieval cities where vehicles were often too large to negotiate the streets safely, especially with pedestrians present. More and more, as communities find that restricting vehicles makes for a more pedestrian friendly environment.

Such changes have faced resistance in American cities, but in neighborhoods where parking has been converted into dining areas or bike lanes, residents have reported finding the area more livable, an opinion often confirmed even by those who opposed the changes.

As boosters for e-bikes, our hope is that changes like these will be found in cities across the country, even in places where the streets are big enough to allow big trucks to pass.

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Sea Otter Classic: Day 2’s Coolest Stuff

On day two of the Sea Otter Classic, we saw a number of great e-bikes plus a number of accessories that will make riding more enjoyable for any e-bike rider.

For a cycling enthusiast, the excitement of going to the Sea Otter Classic and seeing all the coolest new bikes, e-bikes and cycling gear is matched by a serious risk: By the end of the visit, your discretionary spending budget will be bursting at the seams due to newly planned purchases. Trust me, I’ve been going to this event since the 1990s and it has never failed to result in a personal list of must-haves.

We begin our second day’s coverage with the Tern Orox. This was our first chance to get an up-close look at Tern’s first full-size-wheel/off-road model from the company that helped to popularize the compact cargo e-bike. As outfitted here, the Orox has full fenders, front and rear racks, a frame bag and seat with armrests, plus running boards. It’s just the sort of ride for your kiddo into the wilds for a weekend of camping or an afternoon of mud puddles.

Ergon is known for their grips and saddles and they introduced two new grips at the Sea Otter this year. The GT1 offers riders four distinct grip positions so that you can change your hand position to alleviate hand fatigue. The grip goes for $44.95 and is already available online and will soon be in bike shops.

Aventon showed off this version of their new eMTB, the Ramblas, that one of their employees built up as their personal e-bike. It features electronic shifting from SRAM’s XX Eagle group, a wireless dropper post, a high-end Rock Shox Lyrik fork and titanium cranks from Cane Creek. At retail, this build would probably run $5000-$6000.

OnGuard showed off what might be the most secure U-lock on the market. Bike theft isn’t fun to talk about, but it’s a reality and keeping your e-bike secure when it’s locked up outside requires a serious lock. This new model receives a special diamond coating that will defeat an angle grinder. A staffer in OnGuard’s tent dulled each of these blades until they lacked teeth and they never got through the demonstration lock.

We’ve seen a lot of locks over the years, and a lock that can punk an angle grinder is a first for us.

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Sea Otter Classic: Day 2’s Coolest Stuff

Saris showed off this new hitch rack, the MHS Duo, which comes in a variety of configurations. MHS stands for Modular Hitch System. Shoppers can buy just the hitch rack and outfit it the way they want, or with one, two or three e-bike carriers. An optional fourth carrier can be added, as well. The MHS Duo is intriguing because it can carry three e-bikes each weighing up to 80 lbs. The optional fourth carrier can carry up to 50 lbs. The MHS system also offers a telescoping ramp (this is an accessory—it’s not included with the rack) so that rolling an e-bike into position is easy. The single bike carrier goes for $549.98 and they go up from there. Because this is a modular system, buyers can outfit the MHS Duo rack with other equipment, such as a cargo basket that can carry luggage or a cooler.

For those looking to carry four or more e-bikes, Saris has introduced a Tailgate Pad that can secure up to six e-bikes. The pad not only secures up to six e-bikes, it will keep them separated so that they don’t get damaged on the drive. There is a fold-up window to give drivers access to the tailgate latch without removing the pad. Because it’s only $229.99, it’s a great option for anyone with a pickup who wants to stick to a more modest budget than a hitch rack permits.

Topeak showed off this storage stand, the TuneUp Station, for e-bikes. Two hooks hold the chainstay and seatstay on the left side (non-drive side), holding the e-bike upright. The base acts as a storage space for tools on one side and a hiding spot for the charger on the other side. It’s an ideal way to keep all your e-bike stuff in one, neat location. It goes for $129.95 and the TuneUp Tooltray atop the stand goes for an additional $37.95.

Marin displayed a brand new version of their Rift Zone E. Each of the Rift Zone models are 29ers with 150mm of travel front and 140mm travel rear, putting them firmly in the trail category. The Marin Rift Zone E XR features Shimano’s EP8 motor, a 630Wh battery, SRAM GX 12-speed drivetrain with wireless shifting, plus wireless dropper post and 4-piston SRAM Code brakes. This is now the top-of-the-line version of the Rift Zone with a price of $7999, which would not be a bad price at all for a full-suspension, Class 1 eMTB. The thing is, with some of the biggest brands in cycling discounting their models due to post-pandemic overstocking, other brands that can’t set the market are forced to play, uh, ball. Marin is selling this EP8-equipped eMTB for $6399, an outrageously good price for a very fine eMTB.

Benno Bikes displayed at Sea Otter as well and they showed off the Boost compact cargo e-bike. This is a Class 3 e-bike with a maximum assist speed of 28 mph courtesy of Bosch’s Performance Speed motor. Shown as outfitted, the Benno Boost will tote a rider, two kids and a picnic lunch in the cooler strapped to the front rack to the park and back. While many compact cargo bikes struggle to fit two passengers, the Benno Boost shows it is possible, provided the kids are still small enough to ride in Yepp child seats. The Boost comes in six colors and begins at $4900.

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The Sea Otter Classic 2024: Day 1’s Coolest Stuff

Walking around the expo can feel like visiting Santa’s workshop.

Monterey’s WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca serves as the annual meeting place of the tribes for the bike obsessed thanks to the Sea Otter Classic. While the event started as a bike race, and while racing is still the reason for the event, the expo now dwarfs everything else that takes place over the weekend. With hundreds of companies displaying bikes, e-bikes, apparel, accessories and more, you can wander the aisles for four days and still not see everything.

Because the Sea Otter Classic is the place many brands go to launch new products, it’s common to see special edition products, such as this Mondraker Neat Ultimate painted in the Gulf team colors. This is a special edition of their lightweight all-mountain eMTB.

The Mondraker Neat uses TQ’s lightweight, 300W mid-drive hub motor. Powering the motor is a 360Wh internal battery. One of the interesting aspects of Mondraker’s eMTBs is their Zero Suspension System. Both ends of the shock attach to suspension links, so that the shock effectively floats between the two links. It’s reported to make the Virtual Pivot Point suspension design pedal efficiently.

So how lightweight is it? How about 39.5 lbs.?

This is the Smith Triad MIPS Aleck Crash Sensor Helmet. Say that three times fast. The Triad model is aimed at people riding on the road and commuting. It uses Koroyd technology—those soda-straw-looking plastic tubes you can see—along with a MIPS liner to offer excepectional protection should you fall. It also includes a crash detection sensor.

The Aleck Crash Detection Sensor is integrated into Vapor Fit System dial and you can see the charging port on the side. The crash sensor connects to your phone via Bluetooth. Should you fall, it will automatically contact whoever you’ve set as your emergency contact. It also has the ability to communicate to anyone who has this system who is nearby in the event that help may not arrive all that quickly.

It comes in four sizes and while it is made in a number of colors, only this black/topo colorway has the Aleck Crash Sensor. It goes for just $210.

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The Sea Otter Classic: Day 1’s Coolest Stuff

Pearl Izumi showed off the Canyon Tech Snap Short Sleeve shirt. It’s cut from Pearl Izumi’s Pro Transfer Mesh, which is a super-lightweight material that breathes well on hot days and will transport moisture away from your skin faster than most Tech Ts. We love the print and the fact that this is a short-sleeve shirt that has a color and snaps. We can walk into a tap room or coffee shop at the end of a ride and not look funny.

Giant showed off their Trance X Advanced E+ Elite eMTB. This is creme-de-la-creme stuff. The Trance uses Giant’s Syncdrive Pro magnesium motor, which they co-developed with Yamaha. This is a 150mm-travel front, 140mm-travel rear, full-suspension eMTB built with a mullet (29-in. front wheel and 27.5-in. rear wheel) setup.

The drivetrain is SRAM’s XX Eagle Transmission, which features a 10-52t, 12-speed cassette. That’s a 520 percent gear range. It uses SRAM’s Code 4-piston hydraulic disc brakes, with a 200mm rotor front and a 180mm rotor rear. The blue dragonfly finish is slightly iridescent. All this for $13,000.

German manufacturer Canyon showed off a number of e-bikes. This was our first chance to see their gravel e-bike, the Grizzl:ON. This is the Grizzl:ON CF 7, which uses a Bosch Performance Line Sprint motor powered by an internal Bosch CompactTube 400, a 400Wh battery, which considering the 250W motor and big wheels should give the Grizzl:ON terrific range. And it will be more comfortable than most gravel e-bikes thanks to the RockShox Rudy fork which offers 40mm of travel.

It’s spec’d with an 11-speed Shimano Deore drivetrain with an 11-42t cassette; that’s an almost 400 percent gear range—perfect for hilly days. Shimano hydraulic brakes are paired with 180mm rotors, which means that if someone wants to do some loaded touring or bikepacking, it will have enough power to stop even when loaded.

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Canyon Neuron ONfly Reivew: The True In Between Of eMTB and Trail?

The Neuron:ONfly combines remarkably low weight with the power of a heavier eMTB, resulting in a playful ride that can keep up with burlier e-bikes.

DYU Secures $100 Million In Funding

The infusion will provide for an increase in product development, more staff, marketing and supply chain improvements.

Pedego Release 3 Not-so-Very-Pedego-Like E-Bikes

Pedego has launched its first e-moped, its first cargo e-bike and its second e-trike, this one with fat tires.

Kona Bicycle Brand To Be Sold

Following its purchase in 2022, Kona parent Kent Outdoors plans to sell the Washington-based bike brand to focus on its watersports businesses.

Rad Power Bikes RadExpand 5 Plus Review, 2024

A compact folding e-bike that has range for days and the upgrades fans had been asking for.

The Mondraker Dune: Lightweight eMTB with Enduro Focus

The Mondraker Dune hits three different price points and can take hard landings that eMTBs this light can’t usually soak up.

EU Bike Infrastructure Plan To Create 1 Million Jobs By 2030

Cyclists Now Outnumber Motorists in Paris

A study in Paris found that cyclists now outnumber drivers commuting from the suburbs into the city center, thanks to an increase in cycling infrastructure.

Sea Otter Classic: Day 2’s Coolest Stuff

On day two of the Sea Otter Classic, we saw a number of great e-bikes plus a number of accessories that will make riding more enjoyable for any e-bike rider.

The Sea Otter Classic 2024: Day 1’s Coolest Stuff

Walking around the expo can feel like visiting Santa’s workshop.

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The Neuron:ONfly combines remarkably low weight with the power of a heavier eMTB, resulting in a playful ride that can keep up with burlier e-bikes.

The infusion will provide for an increase in product development, more staff, marketing and supply chain improvements.

Pedego has launched its first e-moped, its first cargo e-bike and its second e-trike, this one with fat tires.

Following its purchase in 2022, Kona parent Kent Outdoors plans to sell the Washington-based bike brand to focus on its watersports businesses.

A compact folding e-bike that has range for days and the upgrades fans had been asking for.

The Mondraker Dune hits three different price points and can take hard landings that eMTBs this light can’t usually soak up.

A study in Paris found that cyclists now outnumber drivers commuting from the suburbs into the city center, thanks to an increase in cycling infrastructure.

On day two of the Sea Otter Classic, we saw a number of great e-bikes plus a number of accessories that will make riding more enjoyable for any e-bike rider.

Walking around the expo can feel like visiting Santa’s workshop.

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