Is finding the right gift for your father a chore? Dads always seem to have everything they want and need–making buying for him exasperating. This Father’s Day, think beyond the shirt and tie combination, the homemade coupons for grass cutting, or a box of cigars. Instead, get your dad something he can use to get […]
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Electric Bike Vs. Electric Trike: Which Is Right For You?
Ready to go back to the playground? Gone are the days of endless Summer fun and two-wheeled adventures racing through the neighborhood with your friends. That old Schwinn took a beating but was there at the ready every morning, prepared for any antics the day might bring. What’s old is new again. Adulthood may have […]
Popular E-Bike Trends In 2021
“Whoever said money can’t buy happiness simply didn’t know where to go shopping.” Gertrude Stein. Gertrude had it right, and we know what to look for as you seek out some two-wheeled electric happiness. There is quite a buzz within the e-bike industry, and that buzz is about giving you what you need in an […]
Why Do People Ride Fat Tire E-bikes?
Fat tire e-bikes are everywhere. Fat tires are even on cars, motorcycles, dirt bikes, trikes, standard bikes, and e-bikes. Why do vehicles have fat tires? Fat tires add increased contact surface to reduce the overall impact to the vehicle and the rider. They essentially smooth everything out. This is especially important with bikes. Bikes and […]
Why Do Electric Bikes Cost So Much?
Do you live under a rock? Because otherwise, you’d know that the electric bike market is exploding–and the pandemic has sent e-bike sales skyrocketing even further. Unfortunately, manufacturing is not keeping up with demand. The USA had about 600,000 e-bike sales in 2020, tiny compared to the millions of e-bikes sold in Europe. And that […]
Are Electric Bikes A Better Choice Than Cars For Daily Commute?
If you hate fresh air, getting your blood pumping, and despise having fun, you probably won’t choose to ride an e-bike for your commute instead of a car. The percentage of people giving that first sentence a thumbs up is relatively small. For the rest of us, foul weather is the only real reason we […]
Are Electric Bikes Allowed On Buses?
Moving about in a major metropolitan city without a car can be pretty straightforward. Just steps from most buildings, you’ll find extensive subway lines, trains, and bus routes to get you where you need to go. For a few more bucks, you can grab a cab, Uber, or Lyft ride. All conveniently accessed through apps […]
Is It Okay To Derestrict An Electric Bike?
Electric bikes are a fun mode of transportation that gets you where you need to go more quickly than a standard bike. With the help of a pedal assistance system, the bike’s motor does most of the work, minimizing or eliminating the need to pedal. But sometimes, the bike’s power just doesn’t seem to cut […]
How Do You Use Gears On An Electric Bike
If you’ve ever ridden a bike up a hill, you know how important it is to utilize the gears. They not only make it easier for you to ride up steep hills but allow you to conserve energy in the process. But since electric bikes have a throttle and pedal-assist to make the riding experience […]
Are Electric Bikes Good For Somebody With A Bad Back?
80% of the population has suffered from back pain at some point. It’s the price we pay for walking upright. Researchers suspect that our capacity to walk on two legs is the cause of “intervertebral disc herniation,” a common cause of back pain. The prolapse of the soft, gelatinous substance inside our discs causes the […]
