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Velotric Discover 1 Plus Review | Refreshed, but Relevant?

This colorful and affordable city cruiser offers a comfortable, easy ride for commuting or leisure.

The original Discover 1 was a commuter e-bike that launched a brand; after a successful Indiegogo campaign in 2021, Velotric released its first production model in 2022. Then, the company quickly expanded its lineup to include the ten models listed at the time of writing, including the higher-end, second-generation Discover 2.

I previously reviewed the Discover 2 but never had the chance to test the brand’s debut model, as Electric Bike Report reviewed the original Discover before I joined the team. As such, I was curious to see what differences there would be in feel and performance, considering that the bikes’ specs differ greatly.

According to Velotric, the Discover 1 Plus is a refreshed model that has been made lighter, faster, more comfortable, more adjustable, and more efficient to pedal. The earlier model was offered in high-step and step-thru frame styles, while the Discover 1 Plus has been limited to a step-thru frame.

This information can be gleaned by referencing the bike’s marketing information, but it doesn’t provide the personal quality that only hands-on experience can provide. Fortunately, my fellow reviewers and I put the Discover 1 through our standardized Speed, Range, Hill, and Brake Tests to determine if its performance holds up to our standards.

Spoiler alert: we found that the bike offered excellent value and generally performed well, but we think a few areas could still be improved. Keep reading below to get into the details!

Biktrix Juggernaut Classic Duo ST Review | Burly & Bespoke

This aggressive fat tire e-bike features a near-effortless ride and TONS of customization options.

While I tend to like, or at least appreciate, what the average fat tire e-bike has to offer, there’s no denying the fact that many of them feel and function similarly. A set of common features often defines bikes of this style: an upright riding position, a girthy frame, a powerful but controlled motor, and, of course, wide and stable 4”+ tires.

The Biktrix Juggernaut Classic Duo ST mixes things up a little.

It shares many expected characteristics with its peers, like those stable fat tires and a powerful motor, but the details differ. For example, instead of 26” wheels, the bike has smaller and more maneuverable 24” wheels. Instead of an upright riding position, it features a sportier, forward-leaning position with a more aggressive feel.

Additionally, instead of a rear-hub motor, the Classic Duo ST packs a burly 750W Bafang mid-drive with a cadence sensor for a surprisingly powerful and easy ride.

This is one of many elements of the bike that can be customized; the bike has a base spec level, but Biktrix offers a massive range of options to upgrade the battery, motor, brake system, suspension fork, and more. Shoppers can also choose from 182 custom powder coat color options for the frame!

In our experience, the Classic Duo ST’s mid-drive/cadence sensor combo is relatively unique. Most e-bikes we’ve tested with mid-drives had torque sensors, allowing them to adapt their power output to the rider’s effort. We weren’t sure if or how the Juggernaut’s performance would differ from its peers, but there was only one way to find out!

See below for the results of our real-world performance tests and our evaluation of the Biktrix Juggernaut in relation to similar bikes.

Win A FREE Ride1Up Prodigy XC | E-Bike Giveaway

Ride1Up’s Summer Savings event is still going. While several Ride1Up e-bikes have been discounted, the Prodigy XC is possibly the best deal of the bunch right now. Ride1Up haslowered the price from $2,195 to just $1,495!

What better way to celebrate than by giving one away, right?

We’re happy to announce we’ve partnered with Ride1Up to give a brand new Prodigy XC to a lucky member of the Electric Bike Report audience. All it requires is your email – that’s it!

So, what do you need to know about the Prodigy XC? It sports a fantastic Brose motor that active riders will love. This e-bike makes for a great ride on paths and light trails alike. It’s responsive, nimble, and, most importantly, fun! The lightweight and efficient design will keep you actively pedaling for many miles while you enjoy faster speeds and easier hill climbs.

We originally tested this bike a year and a half ago, but it still holds top marks in some of our tests. The Prodigy XC has a top 10 all-time range result, and it’s hill-climb time is still a top 10 for mid-drive motors.

You can check out our Ride1Up Prodigy XC review or watch our video review of the Prodigy XC here.

If you want a versatile e-bike, this is as good of a sale as we’ve seen and worth getting in on. And of course you can enter for your chance at a free one using the form at the bottom of this page.

Thanks for entering, and good luck!

Troxus Lynx Folding E-Bike Review, How Does It Stack Up?

This comfy, solidly performing Class 2 folding bike is a solid choice for commuting, cruising, or coming along on a road trip.

Folding e-bikes are great for riders seeking flexibility. In most cases, they’re specced well enough to be practical while maintaining an affordable price tag. They’re also usually versatile enough to serve as a daily ride to work or school while collapsing into a size manageable enough to be stashed in a closet or loaded into an RV.

At the time of writing, our team tested a handful of Troxus models, but the Lynx Folding (part of a family of similar utility e-bikes sharing the same name) was our first experience with a folding e-bike from the brand. We were curious to know if this bike would line up with our previous good experiences or fall short of the mark.

On my first ride, things were off to a good start. I noticed the bike’s thick and comfortable saddle, its soft rubber grips, and its relaxed and easygoing ride. In addition to a striking metal flake paint job, I also noticed a unique color display that was easy on the eyes. Everything seemed to work well, but of course, there was only one way to make sure.

This is where our series of standardized tests came in. As with every bike we get our hands on, we evaluated the Lynx Folding’s speed, climbing ability, stopping power, and range capability. Our testers also paid attention to the bike’s handling, user-friendliness, ride comfort, fit, and more.

So, what did our team decide?

In short, we liked the Lynx Folding, but it’s also not a perfect bike. See our full review below to see how it performed, discover the aspects we thought were best, and find out which areas we identified with room for improvement.

Rad Power Bikes Deals and Discounts (Verified)

Hi there, savvy shopper! If you’re reading this, you’ve likely honed in on your brand/bike of choice and are ready to pull the trigger on a “Rad” new bike. The only thing better than finding the bike of your choice is getting it with a discount, am I right?

You’ll find the latest on Rad Power Bikes deals and discounts here. We’ll keep this page updated with the latest holiday sales, clearance pricing, or if Rad is feeling friendly and shares a discount code with us (which has been known to happen after we review a Rad bike).

Below, we’ve listed current details on reduced pricing in a rough order of which ones we feel will be best for the majority of people. Good luck, and happy shopping!

Oh, and if you need more info on these bikes, check out all of the Rad Power Bikes we’ve tested and reviewed.

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Current Deals & Discounts on Rad Power Bikes

NOTE: Inventory is limited, and some deals are already selling out. We’ll try to keep this current, but just know that once they’re gone, they’re gone!

RadCity 5 Plus – $700 Off

The Dutch-style commuter from Rad is an exceptionally comfortable ride that’s really versatile. It held a spot on our best overall e-bikes list for years until recent, new Rad models took it’s place. It’s still a top e-bike for commuters.

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RadExpand 5 – $350 Off

Rad’s handy folding bike is a standout for it’s better-than-most handling, and it’s exploring nature. The 4”-wide tires are great for exploring, so this makes a natural choice for RVers.

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RadRunner 2 – $200 Off

A do-it-all e-bike, the RadRunner 2 is great for riders of all ages. It can carry a buddy, tons of cargo, or just be a nice bike for riding down a neighborhood.

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RadWagon 4 – $200 Off + Free Cargo Bag

Rad’s original workhorse is a great way to ditch the car and still carry everything you need with you (items or humans). The Wagon is a pioneer in cargo e-bikes, and the 4th iteration still holds its own today. .

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RadRunner 3 Plus – Free battery

The Runner 3 Plus isn’t discounted, but it is getting a $500 value spare battery! This bike is a highly-capable short-tail cargo option that can be loaded up with hundreds of different accessory combinations. A free battery for double the range is a terrific get. .

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Borealis Keystone Review | Where Can’t It Go?

A Unique, Premium Ride That Is Rugged and Capable for XC & Trail Riding in Any Weather

For some, trail or XC mountain biking is a fair-weather-only activity. Fighting the muck after some rain might not sound like a joyride. For others, local trails may not be the most conducive to riding if you live in a sandy, gravelly, or snowy locale. However, a cure exists for these particular ailments in the form of true fat tire eMTBs for XC and trail riding.

The Borealis Keystone operates in this niche, and it was impressively outfitted to thrive in different riding scenarios.

Borealis has been making fat bikes for a long time—as evidenced by their owning the domain fatbike.com—and their first take on an electric bike is an impressive one. The Keystone has the modern geometry associated with trail and XC riding, is spec’d with a host of desirable Shimano and SRAM parts (hello, electronic shifting!), and lets the rider pick the tires ranging from offensive lineman to sumo wrestler sizes.

One of the most surprising takeaways from our time on the Keystone was how simple it is to ride. The bike weighs 60 lbs, but it feels light by fat bike standards—there are several in the 70 – 90 lbs. range, after all. It was surprisingly easy to maneuver around on our local trails, and we even found it worked well with the motor off.

That’s not to say we didn’t like the motor, though—quite the opposite, in fact. Many fat bikes supercharge the motor, making the bike a bit hard to control on technical terrain. Others don’t bring enough punch and are lacking enough power to charge a hill. This was a third bear “just right” scenario.

The Keystone felt versatile and enabled us to ride trails we’d otherwise pass over because they were too dusted with sand. The fun factor of a bike is high when you feel less restricted.

The bike also impressed us with its excellent performance in our standardized tests. Read on below for all the details.

Northwest Arkansas to Offer E-Bike Rebate Program

Area residents will soon be able to apply for a point-of-sale voucher that will discount the price of an e-bike.

Northwest Arkansas residents will soon be able to apply for an e-bike rebate program. A local nonprofit will administer a $7 million rebate program to encourage e-bike use.

The Tri-Regional Arkansas Climate Pollution Reduction Grant (CPRG) Program was awarded a $99 million grant by the Environmental Protection Agency in order to cut greenhouse gas emissions. The program will benefit residents of the Tri -Region (Northwest, Central and River Valley)—roughly half the population of the state of Arkansas.

The program will be administered by Trailblazers, an organization whose mission is working to create a world-class recreational and active transportation infrastructure network. The $7 million program is impressive, considering the city of Atlanta set aside $1 million.

Rebates will be granted in the form of point-of-sale vouchers, resulting in a discounted price for the buyer. Trailblazers has yet to announce qualifying criteria and application procedures. Residents wishing to know more are encouraged to follow Trailblazers on Facebook or Instagram.

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Electric Bike Report’s take

Northwest Arkansas may seem an unlikely location for a $7 million e-bike rebate program, but few places in the country can claim to be investing in cycling infrastructure the way Northwest Arkansas has.

Walmart is based in Bentonville in Northwest Arkansas and they have been the driving force behind the investment in cycling infrastructure. A number of members of the Walton family are avid cyclists and for the better part of 20 years a nonprofit funded by heirs of Walmart founder Sam Walton have been financing the construction of mountain bike trails.

Despite the region’s lack of standing as a cycling destination previously, a number of initiatives have helped propel the region into the new “it” destination for cycling in the U.S.

It makes sense that there would finally be a well-funded rebate program for area residents. What’s especially encouraging about the program being run by Trailblazers is that it is being funded by a source that isn’t the Walton family. The significance of this is that the organizations within the region are beginning to convince other agencies and organizations to invest in it.

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A new proposal would allow eMTB riders on more than 100 miles of trails within the Lake Tahoe region.

Electric mountain bikes may soon enjoy access to more than 100 miles of trails in the Lake Tahoe Basin thanks to a new proposal. Trail access for electric mountain bikes has been a contentious issue in many parts of the U.S. and the Lake Tahoe region is no different.

The Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit of the U.S. Forest Service has proposed opening up 100 miles of non-motorized trails to eMTBs. Called the Basin Wide Trails Analysis Project, the proposal encompasses the trails that sit within the ridgeline that rings Lake Tahoe.

The proposal aims to reclassify 87 miles of non-motorized trails motorized, but limited to e-bikes—not motorcycles, ATVs or other vehicles. It would also allow the construction of 23 miles of multi-use trails open to e-bikes. One mile of trail currently classified as motorized would be reclassified to e-bike-only. It would also allow for the construction of three new trailheads to increase user access.

The proposal would open 114 different trails to eMTBs, giving eMTBs access to a network of trails encircling the lake.

Granting trail access for eMTBs has been a challenging process. Back in 2019 the U.S. Forest Service determined that eMTBs met the criteria for legal use on non-motorized trails in the Tahoe National Forest. Three equestrian groups sued, arguing that eMTBs are loud and destroy the quiet and solitude of the natural surroundings, and that the USFS had failed to conduct an environmental assessment as mandated by the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) any time a new decision regarding access is made. The USFS’s argument was that they hadn’t made a decision. They simply looked at the criteria for access and concluded that eMTBs met the definition because, ultimately, eMTBs are self-propelled.

The equestrian groups prevailed and less than a year later eMTBs were banned from the trails. However, in 2021 the USFS conducted a formal environmental analysis and determined that eMTBs were acceptable. Initially, eMTB riders were granted access to 35 mi. of trails.

Since then, the USFS has announced that 72-mi. Pines to Mines Trail running from Nevada City to Truckee in the Tahoe National Forest will be open to eMTBs.

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Electric Bike Report’s take

The struggle to gain trail access for eMTBs echoes what mountain bikers were going through in the 1990s when many trail systems banned mountain bikes from singletrack trails. While mountain bike advocacy has come a long way since those dark days, eMTBs don’t yet benefit from the same level of advocacy.

There’s a baseline level of fear that many people have that eMTBs are essentially motorcycles with electric motors, so part of the advocacy mission ahead is to educate other trail users that people on eMTBs have to pedal and aren’t going to be roosting dirt as they pass hikers at 35 mph.

A surprising source of resistance to eMTBs has come from the mountain bike community itself. Some mountain bikers call eMTBs “cheating,” though how you can cheat at enjoying the great outdoors is hard to fathom. We’re not in an organized race, or P.E. for that matter. Fundamentally, they don’t like being passed by someone who isn’t working as hard as they are.

The greatest threat our natural resources face isn’t from user groups, it’s from development. Convincing the federal and state governments not to allow development of pristine wilderness will require many disparate user groups coming together as a unified voice to keep construction out. Every voice will matter and it is our hope that hikers, equestrians and even mountain bikers will recognize that just like in Horton Hears a Who, we must band together.

It’s not every day that we test e-bikes from newer brands such as Freedare. As Julius Caesar once wrote, experience is the best teacher, and we often find that fresh entrants to the e-bike market often need a few years to find their footing.

As the step-thru option among Freedare’s two fat tire/cruiser hybrid models, the Eden lured us in with unique features for its price point (between $1,500 and $2,000 at the time of writing). These include things like IoT (Internet of Things) technology, a multifunctional mobile app, and an integrated SIM card for security and navigation.

We were encouraged to see prominent brand names featured in the bike’s components. The Eden includes a Bafang motor, a battery pack built from Samsung cells, a hydraulic brake system from Tektro, and a Shimano drivetrain. We noted that it was fully UL Certified as well.

It’s also worth noting that we don’t often see a fat tire e-bike bearing the swept-back handlebars of a relaxed cruiser. In many ways, this combination of elements makes sense; fat tire e-bikes are known for their stability, while cruisers are defined by their comfort. A pairing of the two seems well-suited for riders who want the best of both worlds.

The question remained: would this new but unique entry to the fat tire e-bike market hold up to the performance standards set by its peers? See our full review below to find out!

This Fiido Titan review looks at the only large-wheeled fat tire model from this far-eastern-based e-bike brand, who stand out from the crowd because of its huge range of designs models, including folders, cargo bikes, and its latest model, a carbon-framed city bike.

Whatever the model, they always look to pack in the features and offer plenty of value for your money, and this latest model, the Titan, is no exception. Perhaps most notable at first glance are the beefy 26″ x 4″ tires.

On paper, the Titan offers plenty of power and speed, too, from a chunky-looking rear-geared hub motor that claims a top speed of 28 mph in pedal assist mode.

This is an adventure-style e-bike that aims to let you get out even further and explore more on your bike. Optional extras include pannier bags, a phone holder, a triple (yes, triple!) battery setup for up to 248 miles (claimed), and a front rack. That means the ability to carry plenty of gear while venturing off-grid and off-road on those long weekend adventures.

The Fiido Titan also looks like a bike designed with ease of use in mind. There is a mid-step frame, making it easy to get on and off for most riders, and a burly rear rack rated to carry up to a 177 lb load, ensuring it’s up to any mission, regardless of how much gear you’re taking along.

So, let’s take a closer look at what the Fiido Titan e-bike brings to the table when we run it against our notorious e-bike testing gauntlet.

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This colorful and affordable city cruiser offers a comfortable, easy ride for commuting or leisure.

This aggressive fat tire e-bike features a near-effortless ride and TONS of customization options.

This comfy, solidly performing Class 2 folding bike is a solid choice for commuting, cruising, or coming along on a road trip.

Current Deals & Discounts on Rad Power Bikes

RadCity 5 Plus – $700 Off

RadExpand 5 – $350 Off

RadRunner 2 – $200 Off

RadWagon 4 – $200 Off + Free Cargo Bag

RadRunner 3 Plus – Free battery

A Unique, Premium Ride That Is Rugged and Capable for XC & Trail Riding in Any Weather

Area residents will soon be able to apply for a point-of-sale voucher that will discount the price of an e-bike.

Electric Bike Report’s take

A Fat Tire/Cruiser hybrid with great range, solid climbing power, a stable ride, and a useful app.

A new proposal would allow eMTB riders on more than 100 miles of trails within the Lake Tahoe region.

Electric Bike Report’s take

The Fiido Titan offers good value through a combination of large tires, decent (and expandable) battery capacity and a punchy 28mph capable motor controlled by a torque sensor. That’s a combo not often seen at its competitive price point.

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