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Electric Bike Report
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In this week’s ebike news roundup:
In this third part of the new 2018 electric bikes report you will see videos of the latest eBikes from: Easy Motion, Haro, Blix, Shimano, Focus, Bafang, BionX/Elby, and Alizeti.
Make sure you checkout the other parts of this report from Interbike with new eBikes from:
Part 1: Yamaha, BESV, BULLS, ProdecoTech, Raleigh, Electron Wheel, Stromer, Bosch, eProdigy, and Xtracycle.
Part 4: Riese & Muller, Genze, Biomega, IZIP, Magnum, Tern, and Urban Arrow.
Enjoy the videos! [Read more…] about 2018 eBikes: Easy Motion, Haro, Blix, Shimano, Bafang, BionX/Elby, Focus, Alizeti [VIDEOS]
Elby is one of the latest new e-bike companies to make a splash in the e-bike world but they have an interesting background with BionX and the automotive industry.
This new Elby electric bike is a stylish step thru that has a well thought out design and accessory selection.
The step thru frame makes for an easy get on and go ride and the 48V 11.6ah (555 Wh) lithium battery is mounted low and centered to provide for good handling. [Read more…] about The New Elby Electric Bike [VIDEO]
It’s time for the e-bike technology update from Eurobike 2015!
Some of the new e-bike technology at Eurobike was injection molded frames for quick production, EnergyTube modular battery solutions, a hub motor with built in automatic transmission, an autonomous electric trike prototype, and more.
Battery cell energy density improvements from Samsung and LG were also a highlight of the show. These battery cell improvements being driven by the auto industry could have a big impact on e-bikes. [Read more…] about E-Bike Report From Eurobike: New Tech & New Batteries
One of the recent developments in the electric bike and traditional bicycle world has been the cargo or utility bike.
Cargo bikes are designed to carry loads that are larger and heavier than a traditional bicycle can carry like passengers, many bags of groceries, boxes, etc.
Electric cargo bikes offer an additional electric assist to the rider which allows them to carry a heavier load for a longer distance.
The electric cargo bike in many cases is a great alternative to driving a car for running errands and commuting to work.
The average person who takes the kids to school, commutes to work, and needs to run errands around town can use this type of bike without getting too [Read more…] about Electric Cargo Bike Guide [VIDEOS]
Journalists swarm to ride e-bikes at the Charged Up electric bike media event!
Yes, electric bikes are still relatively unknown to a majority of people in the US.
But hopefully that will change soon!
As a way to get the word out about e-bikes, Interbike (organizers of the largest bicycle trade show in the US) partnered with Outdoor Retailer to present e-bikes and other outdoor gear to a group of journalists from large mainstream media companies.
The Charge Up media event was held at the Crystal Springs Resort in Hamburg, NJ and the location was selected because [Read more…] about Charged Up! 2014 Electric Bike Mainstream Media Event Report [VIDEOS]
All of these custom e-bikes feature the BionX electric bike system with the Gates Carbon belt drive.
These bikes were part of a challenge that Gates put forth to custom bike frame fabricators. They were to design a unique e-bike using the BionX system with a 3 speed internally geared hub with the Gates carbon belt drive. [Read more…] about Custom Electric Bikes with BionX & Gates Belt Drive
This part of the coverage has a lot of focus on the electric cargo bike scene at Interbike. There are videos from Xtracycle (including an award from Outside Magazine), Yuba Bicycles, Juiced Riders, and NTS Works.
Also in the mix are videos on the latest from BionX (D Series motor) and Falco E-Motors electric bike kits. [Read more…] about The Electric Bike Scene at Interbike 2013 – Part 2: Cargo and Kits [VIDEOS]
This is a guest post from Turbo Bob!
Yes, San Diego is a hot spot for bikes. So of course, it’s even hotter for E-bikes. With many E-bike shops here in town, and several of the major E-bike companies headquartered here or nearby in Orange County and Los Angeles, you know they are popular. Ever since my wife and I got our electric-assist bikes almost five years ago, I’ve been noticing them all over.
I’ve been lucky to strike-up friendships with [Read more…] about San Diego Kilowatt Hour – Electric Bike Group Rides!
Meet Brett Thurber, co-owner of The New Wheel electric bike shop in San Francisco, California.
Beware. You will want to try an electric bicycle after reading this article.
I wanted to interview Brett Thurber for a number of reasons. I remember the buzz in San Francisco’s cycling community when this shop opened exclusively for electric bikes. Despite seeming like a practical choice for SF’s massive hills, cyclists had a bias towards e-bikes. Why? My interest was also perked by Brett’s [Read more…] about E-Biking For Real with Brett Thurber
