Electric Bike Reviews, News, & Testing
Electric Bike Report
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After many miles and hours of testing the Rad Power Bikes RadCity it has proven to be a comfortable and easy going cruiser style eBike with some kick!
Its low step-thru frame makes it easy to get on and off and the upright position with swept back handlebars gives it a very comfortable ride feel.
The 750 watt motor is smooth, quiet, and powerful and gives the bike a gliding feeling. Adding to that is impressive range from the range test.
The RadCity is a nice eCommuter and adventure weekender with its full assortment of accessories and it can carry substantial cargo with optional baskets and/or bags.
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 Rad Power Bikes RadCity Electric Bike Review Part 2: Ride & Range Test [VIDEO]
By Richard Shrubb
The UK northern industrial city of Derby has recently seen the launch of the U.K.’s biggest electric bike sharing scheme.
Comprising of some 200 electric bikes, the program is wholly owned by Derby City Council and run by the bike sharing company Hourbike using e-bikes made by US company Social Bike.
The scheme was soft launched in July, with 50 electric bikes stationed at various industrial, academic and publicly accessible docking stations across the city.
According to a statement from Derby City Council, “Docking stations will be based across the city at various University of Derby sites, Rolls-Royce, the Railway Station, Derby Arena, the Council House, the Market Place, Victoria Street, The Spot, Castle Ward, the Roundhouse, Royal Derby Hospital and the Rail Technology Centre.” [Read more…] about Derby Electric Bike Share Program a Surprising Success
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The new 2018 Rad Power Bikes RadCity Step-Thru electric commuter bike is in for testing & review!
The RadCity Step-Thru is a comfortable eCommuter bike with a high capacity 48V 14ah lithium battery, 750 watt motor, disc brakes, and a lot of accessory 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 Rad Power Bikes RadCity Step-Thru Electric Bike Review Part 1 – Pictures & Specs
Time for a look at some new bike accessories that can make your eBike ride safer, more comfortable, convenient, and fun!
In this roundup we have the:
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After many miles of testing the IZIP E3 Moda it has proven to be fast, smooth, and quiet ride that has a high performance look and feel.
A big highlight is the Brose mid drive motor that is so smooth and quiet it can be surprising how quickly you can be cruising up to 28 mph!
The Moda has some fun high performance ride characteristics like agile handling with the stable balloon style Schwalbe tires.
At $2,999 the IZIP E3 Moda offers a lot of value with features like a hydroformed aluminum frame with quality components from Brose, Hitech, Shimano, Schwalbe, and an impressive accessory package.
The Moda is a versatile eBike for getting around town quickly and exploring open roads and/or gravel roads.
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 IZIP E3 Moda Electric Bike Review Part 2: Ride & Range Test [VIDEO]
Covering the delights of the UK capital and the surrounding countryside
London has been transformed in recent years from a place no-one but ardent cyclists would have wanted to cycle into a self-proclaimed cycling city with ever-growing levels of commuter and leisure cycling.
The capital’s surroundings include the wealthy so-called ‘home counties’ packed full of delightful villages and some fine rural scenery.
This guide to eBike hire will help with planning an eBike holiday and it is also a good way to test a few eBikes before purchasing your own.
Many companies detailed here are also retailers and do good deals to those who have hired e-bikes from them.
Enjoy this eBiking guide and hopefully it will give you some ideas on new places to ride!
[Read more…] about eBiking London & South-East England! Guide to Electric Bike Rentals/Hire [VIDEOS]
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