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eBike News, Reviews, TechRondo Ioon Teases €10K Performance Carbon Gravel eBike Powered by Fazua, Coming Soon "Rondo’s upcoming Ioon gravel eBike looks a lot like their latest second-generation Ruut gravel bike, maybe giving a bit more explanation for that bike’s unique oversized aesthetics." By Cory Benson (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found) Ribble Allroad SL R e - Pro "Average bike that feels like it misses the mark everywhere, but a great motor system." By Stu Kerton (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) BC Bike Race opens doors to eBikes for 2025 "Haters gonna hate, but the BCBR now offers an eBCBR option." Colin Field (cyclingmagazine.ca) Dave SIlver photo. EU slaps extra 5 year anti-dumping duties on China eBikes "The European Commission says it is to safeguard the jobs of 12,000 people directly employed in the EU’s eBike industry and that electric bikes are “vital for the EU’s green transition and sustainable mobility." Jonathon Harker (cyclingindustry.news) (Image Credit not Found) Podcasts,
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1-23-2025
Rondo drops the covers of its new IOON electric gravel bike "And it's already won a Design & Innovation Award." By Lance Branquinho (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Podcasts,
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1-19-2025
So what’s Bosch’s new Battery Lock function all about then? "Bosch batteries can no longer be used if stolen, making them worthless to thieves." By Alex Bowden (ebiketips.road.cc) Photo by Bosch road.cc Recommends Bikes of the Year 2024/25: The best electric bikes "Whether you're after an eBike for leisure, commuting, or even shifting heavy loads, find out which is best choice for you." By Mat Brett (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Dangerholm's Solace Wasteland is the coolest eGravel bike we've seen "If Mad Max rode eGravel, we're certain his bike would look a lot like this." By Liam Mercer (off.road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Does this new 10.8kg titanium eRoad bike really “redefine what’s possible in lightweight eBikes?” "Urtopia has unveiled the drop-bar Titanium Zero e-bike at the CES Show - with 3D-printed titanium frame and “the world's smallest, lightest, and highest torque-density motor” - that weighs just 10.8kg." By Mat Brett (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) It is the smallest motor in the world and wants to change eBikes forever "The Quark DM1.2 is created by the eBike company Urtopia. It is an impressive motor that, with its minimalist design, is advancing to make electric bikes increasingly indistinguishable from conventional ones." By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) Photo via newurtopia.com Your guide to Bosch's eBike motors - Get to know your Active Line Plus from your Performance Line CX (and the rest) "We break down everything you need to know about the mid-drive offerings from Bosch." By Rebecca Bland (ebiketips.road.cc) Photos by Oli Pendrey Bosch teases big announcement on electric bike battery innovation "One potential theory centers around the possibility of Bosch unveiling potted batteries, a design that encases the internal components and battery cells in resin or other solid protective materials." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found) Podcasts,
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1-5-2025
New California law makes crystal clear which electric bikes are now ‘illegal’ "A new law that came into effect this week has now further clarified which electric bicycles are street-legal and which fall afoul of regulations." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found) Starting today, California is coming for your eBike throttles "Last September, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law SB-1271, which redefines and adds to several electric bicycle regulations in the state." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found) Podcasts,
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12-29-2024
Canyon recalls some eMTB batteries - Says it’s “on track to have a solution by February” "Canyon has recalled the batteries fitted to some of its Spectral:ON and Torque:ON eMTBs. The brand said some models of battery could be liable to damage to the housing and that this could allow moisture inside the battery, potentially triggering a short-circuit." By Alex Bowden (ebiketips.road.cc) Photo via YouTube California’s $2,000 electric bike vouchers came and went in just minutes "California finally got its act together this month, rolling out an electric bike incentive program yesterday that had been in the works for years." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found) New York may introduce eBike number plates and registration. "Legislation would also affect eScooters, as well as Citi eBikes and eScooters used by food delivery drivers." By Rebecca Morley (ebiketips.road.cc) Photo by Enrique Alarcon via Unsplash Review: Raleigh Modum "The Raleigh Modum is billed as a compact eBike - but with a powerful Bosch Performance Line mid-motor driving things, this is a peculiarly burly brand of compactness." By Alex Bowden (ebiketips.road.cc) Photo by Alex Bowden Blogs
12-17-2024
Netherlands may introduce a quality mark for safe, legal eBikes "It should make it easier for consumers to make a safe choice" says Dutch bike industry organization" By Rebecca Morley (road.cc) NOS YouTube The strange logic behind NYC’s push to force license plates on electric bicycles "But despite ostensibly focusing on safety, some argue that the move is a misguided attempt to target marginalized communities." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found) Hub motor vs Mid motor? What's the difference? "Which kind of eBike motor would suit you best? We outline the pros and cons." By Alex Bowden (road.cc) Photo: Oli Pendrey ENGWE to Unveil New Commuter eBike Line "Mapfour" at CES 2025 "At CES 2025, ENGWE will unveil Mapfour, a high-end commuter product line that reflects the brand's commitment to sustainability." By ENGWE (prnewswire.com) Photo by Engwe Review: Eovolt Afternoon Pro "Earlier this year, I had the pleasure of testing Eovolt’s Afternoon Vintage, which proved a well-rounded folding eBike." By Tony Tompkins (road.cc) (Image Credit Tony Tompkins) I just bought an electric bike I don’t need and won’t use. Here’s why "Today I bought an electric bike that I don’t need and that I will never ride. But this isn’t about me. It’s about the company that makes the bike." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found) Another major electric bike maker exits the US market - What’s going on? "It’s happened again – not long after Yamaha announced that it was ending sales of its electric bicycles in the North American market, now the Swiss eBike maker Stromer is pulling out of the US and Canada." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found) Rear hub motor geometry, the Kynamic drive system + more "We knew from a price point of view, a mid-motor system wasn’t going to work." By Rebecca Bland (ebiketips.road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Estarli e28.X "Polished hybrid offers all the benefits of a belt-driven single-speed but with a handy extra gear." By Alex Bowden (road.cc) Photo by Alex Bowden How to look after your electric bike and battery in winter "Find out how to care for and store your e-bike when the temperature plummets." By Alex Bowden (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Yamaha throws in the towel, pulls out of eBike market in North America "The company’s higher prices make it harder to compete in the North American market." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found) Mahle eliminates the internal battery with this electrical system "Getting their electric assistance system to a greater number of bicycles. With this philosophy, Mahle presents its new XS motor that will allow for lighter and simpler eBikes, and perhaps even the possibility of transforming conventional bikes into assisted ones." By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) (Image Credit not Found) Misleading reporting is damaging public perception of eBikes says trade body "ACT concerned at growing misconception that all eBikes are unsafe." By Rebecca Morley (ebiketips.road.cc) Photo by Electric Bike Alliance “High risk” Gin eBike chargers seized and destroyed by UK customs "Budget brand says it has contacted customers and implemented “enhanced checks” in its supply chain." By Alex Bowden (ebiketips.road.cc) Photo by Gin Ride1Up Roadster V3 review: Now This is how you build an electric bike! "North American eBike regulations allow a higher power limit of 750W, which has resulted in an amazingly diverse field of super powerful eBikes." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found) eBike Tech - What to expect in the future "The biggest revolution in mountain bikes has been the eBike and we’re only getting started. Here’s are our predictions." By Lance Branquinho (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Swytch MAX+ eBike conversion kit brings a rear hub motor option "Upcoming version will also be compatible with thru-axles." By Alex Bowden (road.cc) Photo by Swytch First ride review: Skarper eBike conversion kit. After 3 years in development and 12.8m of investment, it's finally ready "£12.8m worth of investment, 3 years to engineer and involvement from Red Bull Advanced Technologies and Sir Chris Hoy. Was it worth the wait?" By Matt Ischt-Barnard (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Skarper) Estarli’s new e20.X has an automatic gearbox and is their lightest eFolder yet "The e20.X costs less than £2k and weighs under 32lbs (without the battery)." By Rebecca Bland (ebiketips.road.cc) Photo by Estarli Why Torque Sensor eBikes Are Gaining Popularity: A Ride That Works With You "Unlike a cadence sensor, which simply tracks the speed of your pedaling, a torque sensor goes deeper - it responds to the muscle you’re putting into each stroke." By Sponsored Post (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found) Rocky Mountain’s 2025 Instinct Powerplay SL eBike "The new Rocky blends lightweight agility and powerful performance." By Colin Field (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) California passes bills legislating eBikes, including defining them and requiring testing "Gov. Gavin Newsom signed several eBike bills into law at the end of September, including one that specifically defines what the state considers to be an eBike in an effort to address concerns about throttle-powered bikes." (bicycleretailer.com) (Credits not Found) Decathlon is betting heavily on refurbished eBikes "Decathlon has just taken an important step to promote the sale of refurbished eBikes in Europe. A major investment in a leading German company hints at a move that major cycling brands could take in the near future." By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) (Image Credit not Found) The anatomy of an eBike "Everything you need to know about the eBike alphabet and what it all means." By Lance Branquinho (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) The first time I was overtaken by an eBike I was jealous and frustrated, now I recognize they belong, even in racing "eBikes aren’t cheating; they are the future of cycling, says Marley Blonsky." By Marley Blonsky (cyclingweekly.com)(Image credit: Future) How much do eBikes cost to maintain long-term? "Everything you need to know about eMTB cost of ownership and maintenance." By Lance Branquinho (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Engwe P20 - Affordable belt-drive folder has a lot going for it "A practical little commuter that's fun to ride." By Tony Tompkins (ebiketips.road.cc) Photo by Tony Tompkins Best Electric Bikes for Women - Top 11 Options We’ve Tested "Buyers face four different choices for range, which maxes out with two 864Wh batteries. More petite riders can choose 24-in. wheels instead of the standard 26-in. wheels, which lowers the standover height and makes the e-bike easier to mount." By: John S. Bozick (electricbikereport.com) Giant Defy Advanced E+ Elite & Liv Avail E+ Elite Go All-In For Rear Drive "Giant is coming in hot with not one but two new drop-bar eBikes. Meet the Defy Advanced E+ Elite and the Liv Avail E+ Elite." By Jordan Villella (bikerumor.com) (Image credit: Giant) Specialized Vado SL 2 Carbon is an “ultra-premium” eBike… but we can’t help but insult it "Brand’s SL 1.2 mid-motor combines with carbon frame to keep weight to a minimum." By Alex Bowden (ebiketips.road.cc) Image by Specialized Juiced Bikes appears to collapse amid silence from owners "An early pioneer in the North American electric bicycle market, Juiced Bikes appears to be in collapse." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found) Specialized Turbo Vado SL 2 Carbon: A premium eBike for moving fast and in style "A bike that will allow you to travel any road with style, speed, and confidence combining the lightness provided by its carbon frame with the power added by the also lightweight Specialized SL 1.2 motor." By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) (Image Credit not Found) Specialized Turbo Vado SL 2 Review - Sleek, Savvy & Stealthy "A no-nonsense, high-tech, and high-performance carbon fiber commuter with incredible range, versatility in spades, and an exceptionally natural feel." By: John S. Bozick (electricbikereport.com) (Image Credit not Found) Pashley launches new Pathfinder collection featuring 3D-printed lugs and frame parts "Designed and made in the UK, four new models aim to appeal to a broader audience, with prices starting at £1,995. There are also eBikes added to the range, a first for Britain's oldest remaining bike manufacturer." By Emily Tillett (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Review: Basso Volta "A good choice of motor that enhances the ride, as long as you don’t mind a tall front end." By Stu Kerton (road.cc) Photo by Oli Pendrey Giant's new Defy and Avail eBikes pioneer a rear-hub motor and improved battery technology "The all-new Defy Advanced and Liv Avail E+ line-ups include an integrated power system that weighs just 2.3kg." By Luke Friend (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Giant) Shimano's Q'Auto automatic shifting technology touted to launch in 2025, as cycling components giant admits it "can't break Bosch's hold on eBikes" "Will changing gear manually become a thing of the past? Shimano reckons its Q'Auto auto shifting will provide a simple and keenly priced alternative to eBikes for the mass consumer market." By Dan Alexander (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Your $1.00 monthly contribution is important and will help keep us online. Also, clicking on the advertisements would be an additional way of helping. The Steve Tilford Foundation was created to honor the life and legacy of cyclist Steve Tilford. 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