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Former Tour de France Pro Sean Yates Rides Electric Bikes [VIDEO]

-By Richard Shrubb

Retired professional cyclist Sean Yates has turned to riding an e-bike due to a disabling heart condition that makes it difficult for him to ride even gentler climbs where once he used to ride among the top cyclists in the world.  

Tour de France Yellow Jersey

Starting his professional cycling career in 1982, Yates was a ‘domestique’ in a number of teams on the major cycling Grand Tours in Europe for 14 years.

He explains, “I had to support the team leader, leading the sprint lead out and helping them start their climbs, as well as preventing them from losing out in cross-winds”.

Top end road cycling is a team sport and Yates played an important role in his teams’ successes. 

While a team sport, there are occasions where individuals can shine. In 1994, two years before he retired, he won a time trial in the Tour de France and [Read more…] about Former Tour de France Pro Sean Yates Rides Electric Bikes [VIDEO]

eBike News: Blix Dual Battery eCargo, Modular eBike, Fantic Racing Incentives, Tern eBiking + Boat, & More! [VIDEOS]

In this week’s eBike news roundup:

  • More Blix Packa eCargo Details
  • Compact & Light Elbi eBike
  • Ahooga Modular eBike
  • Race for Fantic & Win $
  • Travel by Tern eFolder & Boat
  • Paris eBike Rental Program
  • eKickscooters in the UK
  • Juiced Bikes & Velomini eKickscooters
  • And More!

[Read more…] about eBike News: Blix Dual Battery eCargo, Modular eBike, Fantic Racing Incentives, Tern eBiking + Boat, & More! [VIDEOS]

Yuba Electric Supermarché Cargo Bike Review Part 2: Ride & Range Test [VIDEO]

After many miles of testing the Yuba Electric Supermarché it has proven to be a fun eCargo bike with a bunch of versatile kid & cargo carrying options.

The Electric Supermarché surfs down the road as you leave the car at home and turns everyday commuting into a fun adventure.

Its long wheelbase and low cargo load design gives the bike a stable ride feeling and the optional add on accessories offer so many options, including a rain cover for the kids or cargo.

The quality components from Bosch, enviolo, Magura, and Schwalbe provide a smooth and solid ride experience that should last for many, many miles.

The Yuba Electric Supermarché is priced at $5,999 and there are monthly payment options.

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 Yuba Electric Supermarché Cargo Bike Review Part 2: Ride & Range Test [VIDEO]

Keep Riding, Electric Bikes Are Good For Your Physical & Mental Health [VIDEOS]

Once upon a time, in the dim and distant past of early e-bike history, e-bikes were seen as large, unwieldy and definitely uncool machines, only for those no longer physically able to ride ‘regular’ bikes because of old age.

As the technology progressed and designs became more innovative and battery range increased year on year, it quickly became apparent this view of e-bikes was complete nonsense.

eMTBs attracted adventurous and sporty riders, cool urban designs of e-bike became the latest must have tech, and the financial and logistical benefits of e-cargo bikes became apparent to hard-worked families looking to leave the hassle of car-bound transport behind as well as to enlightened businesses. 

However, e-bikes still remain massively popular amongst older riders for obvious reasons; age may bring limitations but an e-bike may just be the tool to keep you active and on two wheels for much longer than you might have imagined.

The benefits are greater than just added mobility as more and more evidence emerges about the marked physical and mental benefits to be had of cycling well into old age.  [Read more…] about Keep Riding, Electric Bikes Are Good For Your Physical & Mental Health [VIDEOS]

Yuba Electric Supermarché Cargo Bike Review Part 1 – Pictures & Specs

The all new Yuba Electric Supermarché front loader electric cargo bike is in for testing & review.

And wow this is a big eCargo bike with a lot to cover! There are many versatile options for carrying groceries, kids, boxes, etc. 

This front loader is equipped with a Bosch mid-drive, enviolo continuously variable transmission, Magura brakes, Schwalbe tires, and a well rounded accessory package.

Plus there are many optional accessories to customize this eCargo bike. 

The Yuba Electric Supermarché is priced at $5,999 and there are monthly payment options.

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 Yuba Electric Supermarché Cargo Bike Review Part 1 – Pictures & Specs

eBike News: Blix eCargo, Surly eCargo + Trailer, Superlight eMTB, Refillable Batteries, & More! [VIDEOS]

In this week’s eBike news roundup:

  • E-bikes ‘Brain Boost’ Effect
  • Blix’s New eCargo Bike
  • Surly’s E-longtail + Trailer
  • Superlight LaMere eMTB
  • Olympia eMTB Upgrade
  • Ridgeback eCargo Prototype
  • Swiftmile Scooter Dock & Charge points
  • Graphene Tires 
  • Refillable Batteries?
  • And More!

[Read more…] about eBike News: Blix eCargo, Surly eCargo + Trailer, Superlight eMTB, Refillable Batteries, & More! [VIDEOS]

Can Bicycle Video Cameras Make the Roads Safer? [VIDEOS]

Bicycle video cameras are an increasingly popular accessory with cyclists and e-bikers alike.

They have provided some epic action footage and can also mean real time souvenirs of some epic, once-in-a-lifetime journeys on two wheels. 

Their ability to capture the behaviour of other road users is also coming into focus as online footage of road incidents often get enormous viewing figures.

Indeed, there is also increasing evidence that they can actually play an effective role in helping police the roads and make them safer for cyclists. [Read more…] about Can Bicycle Video Cameras Make the Roads Safer? [VIDEOS]

Propella 2.2 Electric Bike Review Part 2: Ride & Range Test [VIDEO]

After many miles of testing the Propella 2.2 is has proven to be an agile, light, and fun performance eBike with an economical price point. 

At 38.4 pounds this “fixie style” eBike is one of the lighter eBikes on the market and you can feel that when you ride this efficient road style eBike that glides on the road and carves into corners. 

The bike in this test is the 7 speed version that is priced at $1,199 and Propella offers a single speed version for $999.

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 Propella 2.2 Electric Bike Review Part 2: Ride & Range Test [VIDEO]

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