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After spending some time and miles on the Gocycle G2 it is apparent that this is one of the most versatile and feature rich electric bikes that I have ever tested and reviewed.
It has a lot of high tech features (electronic shifting, smartphone app ride customization, one sided wheels, etc.) but the design is focused on being easy to ride with little maintenance to worry about. [Read more…] about Gocycle G2 Electric Bike Review Part 2: Ride & Range Test [VIDEO]
This is one of the most innovative electric bikes I have ever tested and reviewed.
The Gocycle G2 has the appearance and ride style of an e-bike from the future.
Here are just a few of the features: injection moulded magnesium frame and wheels with internal battery, one sided quick release injection moulded mag wheels, Gocycle’s proprietary electronic Predictive ShiftingTM , customizable ride style with smartphone app, enclosed [Read more…] about Gocycle G2 Electric Bike Review Part 1: Video, Pictures, & Specs
The race for the all-in-one electric bike system has been heating up recently and it looks like FlyKly has won the race to be the first company to ship their Smart Wheel to customers.
The FlyKly Smart Wheel makes an easy (replace rear wheel), economical ($999 to $1,099), and relatively light (6 lbs.) way to convert your traditional bike to electric!
The FlyKly Smart Wheel makes it so easy to convert your bike to electric. All you have to do is replace the rear wheel and wirelessly connect your smartphone via Bluetooth.
The Smart Wheel puts every e-bike component in the rear hub of the wheel. That includes the motor, batteries, controller, [Read more…] about UPDATED: FlyKly Smart Wheel: Easily Convert Your Bike to Electric! [VIDEO]
If you are looking for an e-bike with unique styling, a mid drive motor, a high capacity battery, and assembly in the USA, then you should checkout the Energie Cycles 2.6td.
This mid drive e-bike is priced at $2,400 at the time of this review.
In this second part of the full review of the 2.6td, you will get an idea of the [Read more…] about Energie Cycles 2.6td Electric Bike Review [VIDEO]
ProdecoTech just announced 9 new models of their electric bikes with the battery integrated into the downtube of the frame!
This is a big improvement in the battery location when compared to the typical rear rack location because it positions the battery weight low and centered in the bike for better handing. In addition, [Read more…] about New ProdecoTech E-Bikes w/ Internal Frame Battery!
iGO Electric just announced their new mid drive electric FatBike (4+” wide tires) on Kickstarter!
This fat e-bike offers a solid line up of components and features for the introductory price of $2,900 USD.
Some of the highlights are: a hydroformed aluminum frame, 350 watt MPF mid drive, 36V 12ah lithium battery, [Read more…] about iGO Mid Drive Electric Fat Bike [VIDEO & PICS]
The Energie Cycles 2.6td mid drive electric bike has arrived for testing and review!
This e-bike has a unique look with its angular aluminum box frame.
It features a 500 watt Bafang mid drive system with a large 36V 16ah lithium battery for long range riding.
In this first part of the review there is a video, a BUNCH of detailed pictures and [Read more…] about Energie Cycles 2.6td Electric Bike Video, Pictures, & Specs
The highly anticipated Copenhagen Wheel is nearing completion and shipping of the production version is scheduled for spring of 2015.
The Copenhagen Wheel is the all-in-one electric bike kit that made a splash a few years ago and gained a lot of mainstream media attention due to it’s innovative design.
After years of design refinement and quality testing it looks like it is ready for mainstream production.
Here is a video update from Assaf Biderman, founder of Superpedestrian, the company that makes the Copenhagen Wheel: [Read more…] about UPDATE: Copenhagen Wheel All-In-One Electric Bike Kit [VIDEOS]
On February 7, 2012 Rhonda Martin weighed 457 pounds and she “decided I was tired of just existing and wanted to live again.”
She now has lost nearly 300 pounds thanks to a healthier diet and an exercise routine that includes riding a Pedego City Commuter electric bike.
Riding her electric bike was a way to initially get some exercise and have some fun.
She now rides her Pedego 38 miles round trip to work in addition to recreational rides with her husband.
In addition to losing the weight she has also become a competitive triathlete [Read more…] about Living Instead of Existing: Losing Nearly 300 Pounds w/ Help From an E-Bike [VIDEO]
The Vintage E-Tracker may look retro but it has today’s technology to create a fashionable e-bike for fun and practical transportation.
The folks at Vintage have based the E-Tracker styling on the early 1900’s board track racing bikes.
To follow with that style they have incorporated the battery into a case that is reminiscent of a gas engine in the main triangle of the frame. With today’s technology they claim that the large 52V 12.5ah lithium battery can be charged in 2 hours; that’s quick!
E-Trackers are available with a variety of customization options like color, assist (throttle or pedal assist), power, and [Read more…] about Vintage E-Tracker: Retro Style with Today’s Tech [VIDEO & PICS]
