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EVELO Aurora Hub-Drive Electric Bike Review Part 2: Ride & Range Test [VIDEO]

After many miles of testing the EVELO Aurora Hub-Drive it has proven to be a powerful step-thru with a comfortable ride feel. 

This class 2 electric bike has some serious kick with a 750 watt Bafang rear hub motor and impressive range from the 48V 11.6ah lithium battery. 

While it has performance capabilities it also has an easy and fun ride feel with the step-thru frame, upright handlebars, and comfortable 3″ wide tires. 

The EVELO Aurora Hub-Drive is priced at $2,199 with free shipping & other incentives.

In this second part of the full review you will get an idea of the ride characteristics, range test results, pros, cons, and overall thoughts on this electric bike. [Read more…] about EVELO Aurora Hub-Drive Electric Bike Review Part 2: Ride & Range Test [VIDEO]

People for Bikes E-Bike Summit 2019: Laws, eMTB Access, eBiking Study, Inspiration, & More!

The 5th annual People for Bikes E-Bike Summit was a big success with the largest attendance yet.

2019 was a busy year for many aspects of electric bikes so there was a lot to cover in this 1 day event.

This year the summit was held at Canyon Bicycles USA headquarters in Carlsbad, California.

Enjoy this E-Bike Summit report! [Read more…] about People for Bikes E-Bike Summit 2019: Laws, eMTB Access, eBiking Study, Inspiration, & More!

eBike News: eCargo Instead of Trucks, eBikepacking Scotland, Charging Stations, Retro eCruiser, & More! [VIDEOS]


In this week’s eBike news roundup:

  • eCargo Bikes Instead of Trucks for NYC
  • Lyft’s Citi eBikes Back in NYC?
  • Auto Inspired Vintage Electric Shelby
  • eCargo from Repower & Schaeffler
  • eBikepacking Scotland Video
  • Possible eCargo Revolution for Europe
  • eBike Charging Stations in Swiss Alps
  • And Much More!

[Read more…] about eBike News: eCargo Instead of Trucks, eBikepacking Scotland, Charging Stations, Retro eCruiser, & More! [VIDEOS]

Epic European Canal Electric Bike Rides [VIDEOS]

Like river rides, canal rides hold the promise of generally very easy cycling and easy navigation, allowing to cover long distances pretty quickly – especially if you have an e-bike.

Unlike rivers their charms are often in the craft that sail on them and ingenuity and individual nature of the engineering feats along the way, including a bewildering number and variety of locks and bridges.

Some, like the Gota Canal, are havens for wildlife, whilst others like Germany’s Kiel canal are jaw-dropping spectacles of the man-made kind.

Here is our pick of ten of Europe’s best canal rides.  [Read more…] about Epic European Canal Electric Bike Rides [VIDEOS]

eBike News: AWD eRecumbent, Haleakalā eBiking?, Carbon eMTB, Innovative eFolder, & More! [VIDEOS]

In this week’s eBike news roundup:

  • E-bikes for Haleakalā?
  • Cruzbike AWD eRecumbent
  • Mondraker Light Carbon eMTB
  • Nicolai eMTB with Gates Carbon Drive
  • Inspiration at London’s Adventure Travel Show
  • LA to Focus on Mass Transit & e-Micromobility
  • Gi Fly Seeks Industry Partners
  • And Much More!

[Read more…] about eBike News: AWD eRecumbent, Haleakalā eBiking?, Carbon eMTB, Innovative eFolder, & More! [VIDEOS]

EVELO Aurora Hub-Drive Electric Bike Review Part 1 – Pictures & Specs

The new economical EVELO Aurora Hub-Drive has arrived for testing and review!

At $2,499 this is one of the more economical eBikes in the EVELO line up and some of the highlights are a 750 watt motor, 48V 11.6ah battery, Shimano drivetrain, and Tektro disc brakes.

It has an upright and comfortable ride position, easy get on and go step-thru frame design, and stable 3″ wide balloon style tires. 

The $2,499 price also includes free shipping & other incentives. 

In this first part of the review you will get a detailed look at this bike with a BUNCH of pictures and the specifications. [Read more…] about EVELO Aurora Hub-Drive Electric Bike Review Part 1 – Pictures & Specs

Top Tips for a Successful Electric Bike Tour [VIDEO]

Whether you are just heading out on a long day ride or a multi-week odyssey, I’ve found paying attention to a few key areas can make all the difference between an easy, enjoyable e-bike trip, or one that you that ends up meaning you wish you had thought just a little more about your pre-ride choices. 

Of course, everyone is different in what they expect from an e-bike trip and what aspects are most enjoyable.

The following list of pre-ride considerations is my own choice based on all the e-bike trips I have completed over the years.

If you have your own tips based on your own experiences just let EBR know! [Read more…] about Top Tips for a Successful Electric Bike Tour [VIDEO]

EVELO Aurora Limited Electric Bike Review Part 2: Ride & Range Test [VIDEO]

The EVELO Aurora Limited is a fun and comfortable eBike that steps up the riding experience with automatic shifting so you can focus more on enjoying the ride. 

The auto shifting is just part of the smooth and quiet ride experience that includes a powerful 750 watt mid-drive, a maintenance-free belt, and a high capacity 48V 14.5ah lithium battery. 

All of those impressive features are built into a comfortable eBike with a step-thru frame, upright handlebars, and 3″ wide tires that give the Aurora Limited a very stable ride feel. 

The EVELO Aurora Limited is priced at $3,999 with free shipping & other incentives.

In this second part of the full review you will get an idea of the ride characteristics, range test results, pros, cons, and overall thoughts on this electric bike. [Read more…] about EVELO Aurora Limited Electric Bike Review Part 2: Ride & Range Test [VIDEO]

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