Posted on 09/29/2016 1:56:35 PM PDT by Berlin_Freeper
Priced at only $499 (but requiring $200 more for shipping, so really $700) it is lot more affordable, but still a blast to ride. A lot of folks with bad knees and other problems are able to get out, get great exercise, and have a great time again with these bikes.
Two models, the fat and thin:
I got a currie e-zip trailz, also bought a dolly with inflatable wheels, I chain it to the back rack and carry 5 gallon water bottles for my dispenser.
best thing ever.
Bring along a gas powered electric charger. Muffled, very small gasoline engine is loud, so charge while on rural stretches.
But you must do your homework. The battery charge circuit MUST be high amps, quick charging.
Like those USB battery packs, most are cheap slow chargers. Look at the input amperage spec. Ideal case, probably not available, would have an optional higher voltage charge circuit for higher, quicker input power. Beats waiting at a coffee shop with plugged in power.
Heck I should just design and market my own. Lol
I recently bought a Felt eBike. Freaking love it. I use to ride a G2 hybrid as my commute vehicle, but some degeneration in my hip and back made the hills a real pain. The eBike has allowed me to resume using a bike to commute. I only turn it on for the hills so still getting some good exercise.
I have read some of the comments, so for those who are unfamiliar, you still need to peddle the bike(in most versions). The motor only provides some assistance. This can help with hills or help go faster if you want. If age or injury has made you give up biking, an eBike may be the solution.
Did you buy one from Costco? I've been looking into buying an e-bike, or converting mine. Conversion, about $600. Buying, $1500 to $3000. So if Costco is selling for $1200, that's a bargain. Will look it up to see what the range is. I understand that the law in California limits them to 20mph or so. Therefore you have to mod it to increase the speed and range (and try not to get caught).
Bikes have always had add on electric motors.
The problem has always been the extension cords are to short.
Mopeds are practical
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My daughter turned 7 so in a few years we can really start getting around together. That's the plan. Not looking for a powerful e-bike, just something I can switch on at times and is not so expensive.
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