Just found and joined this forum, looks like a great resource. I've been interested in getting an e-bike for a while, and recently started poking around for info. I used to bike a lot when I was younger and lived in upstate New York. Where I live now is very very hilly, and that has been a bit of a deterrent for me to get back into biking. Been thinking an e-bike would make the terrain around here a little less daunting. Anyway, I'm hoping to get some advice/guidance on picking a bike. I'd mainly be riding on paved bike paths (there are a lot in this area), roads, and possibly a bit on gravel paths. Any suggestions as to how/where to start searching, and on what types of bike would be most appropriate? Thanks in advance.
Hello from Knoxville, TN
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Ravi Kempaiah
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The best thing would be to visit these folks and try out few bikes.
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Chandler is the owner and he is a great guy.
Hello, I m over in Sevier Co. my wife and I both have Electra electric bikes, hers a townie go and mine the commute model. We bought hers a few years ago from REI, mine a few weeks ago from Cycology in Maryville. They are a Trek and Electra dealer, and I m very impressed with their operation, a professional top notch shop. The bikes carry a two year warranty. They also have a rental fleet. A shop nearby for service was the key reason I choose the Electra brand.I believe there in a Pegasus dealer in Gatlinburg that does rentals.
The only local riding I ve done has been in my neighborhood, which is also hilly, like you commented yours was. I would really like to take the bikes to Townsend. Good luck with your bike search.
The only local riding I ve done has been in my neighborhood, which is also hilly, like you commented yours was. I would really like to take the bikes to Townsend. Good luck with your bike search.
Hello : depending on what you want, what you are willing to spend ,how much you ride, miles / terrain -Off/on road ,repairs , you are willing to deal with or without ...customizing a cheep bike may make you wish you spent more in the first place...
you may want to look for better brakes & safety, (batteries are a big deal style -volt amps) ,,mid drive motor vs hub motors //regenerative braking may be for you,(prob not worth $$),, size and weight should be considered...where you start is the toughest decision after that customizing it making it your's is no problem...
just remember buy a good lock to help you, keep it your's...( I have a cheep china bike.. I fix it reg.. and I can't recommend due to poor quality.price great..critical parts cheap - lots of customizing )
If you plan on riding a lot, get an extra battery right off the bat (you won't regret it). reliability/goes up with a full charge.. many have some type of proprietary battery pack.
Remember safety first...
Good luck enjoy...
you may want to look for better brakes & safety, (batteries are a big deal style -volt amps) ,,mid drive motor vs hub motors //regenerative braking may be for you,(prob not worth $$),, size and weight should be considered...where you start is the toughest decision after that customizing it making it your's is no problem...
just remember buy a good lock to help you, keep it your's...( I have a cheep china bike.. I fix it reg.. and I can't recommend due to poor quality.price great..critical parts cheap - lots of customizing )
If you plan on riding a lot, get an extra battery right off the bat (you won't regret it). reliability/goes up with a full charge.. many have some type of proprietary battery pack.
Remember safety first...
Good luck enjoy...
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