Greener than cars and healthier than the tube, the 'e-bike' looks set to become one of 2012's top travel trends. Although e-bikes have been around for a while, their true potential is only now becoming apparent, as Scott Snaith, owner of e-bike retailer 50cycles, explains. "The technology has come on leaps and bounds in the last two years or so. Now we've got batteries that can run for about 80 miles per charge, last four years and take over 1100 charges. And they're only about four to five kilogrammes heavier than a normal bike." The motor doesn't replace pedal power, but augments it — reducing toil for the rider and providing a welcome boost for steep hills, headwinds and long journeys, Snaith explains. "Basically, the e-bike is designed to flatten hills. It takes the hard part out of cycling, and reduces the fear of those steep climbs that can put people off making journeys by bike."
Thursday, March 1, 2012
Get Ready for E-Bikes!
Greener than cars and healthier than the tube, the 'e-bike' looks set to become one of 2012's top travel trends. Although e-bikes have been around for a while, their true potential is only now becoming apparent, as Scott Snaith, owner of e-bike retailer 50cycles, explains. "The technology has come on leaps and bounds in the last two years or so. Now we've got batteries that can run for about 80 miles per charge, last four years and take over 1100 charges. And they're only about four to five kilogrammes heavier than a normal bike." The motor doesn't replace pedal power, but augments it — reducing toil for the rider and providing a welcome boost for steep hills, headwinds and long journeys, Snaith explains. "Basically, the e-bike is designed to flatten hills. It takes the hard part out of cycling, and reduces the fear of those steep climbs that can put people off making journeys by bike."
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