Hey, everyone! After two parking tickets and 3 weeks of frustratingly driving around my University's campus for a parking spot, I've decided it's time to start commuting to school with an e-bike. I have never ridden an e-bike until today, so I have very limited knowledge on the subject.
My biggest dilemma: Full-sized Class 1 bike or a folding class 2 bike?
If I have to travel all the way to school from my house, it's right at 6 miles, 4 of which have a dedicated bike lane. My other option is to drive to campus and park in the commuter lot, which is a little over a mile away from my main academic building. I like the comfort, the versatility, and the technology of the Raleigh. Plus, I'm looking at a gently used one from a very reputable e-bike store that's almost half MSRP. As for the the Epik SE, I like the size, the utility, and the throttle ability. I can fold it up in the back of my car and stash in my office during classes. My biggest concerns there are quality, comfortability, and the fact that it's not really made for longer riding that I may enjoy doing recreationally at some point.
Any advice, opinions, and/or experience would be incredibly appreciated! Thanks!
My biggest dilemma: Full-sized Class 1 bike or a folding class 2 bike?
If I have to travel all the way to school from my house, it's right at 6 miles, 4 of which have a dedicated bike lane. My other option is to drive to campus and park in the commuter lot, which is a little over a mile away from my main academic building. I like the comfort, the versatility, and the technology of the Raleigh. Plus, I'm looking at a gently used one from a very reputable e-bike store that's almost half MSRP. As for the the Epik SE, I like the size, the utility, and the throttle ability. I can fold it up in the back of my car and stash in my office during classes. My biggest concerns there are quality, comfortability, and the fact that it's not really made for longer riding that I may enjoy doing recreationally at some point.
Any advice, opinions, and/or experience would be incredibly appreciated! Thanks!
