Currently studying all information I can get my hands on to make a good choice/ selection for my first e-bike. I’m an old guy and will be asking questions, opinions, and help if possible. I am going to purchase (2) folding step through e-bikes, one for me one for my wife. We currently ride Towne Electra conventional bikes. We require e- bikes to help to venture out farther and ability to fold up to load both in my small van to go to other/ farther parks/ trails/ etc. As of now I think I’ve narrowed down to (2) choices. The Aventon Sinch and the Lectric XP 3.0. So for staters anyone with these models - I would appreciate any feed back. Thanks.
Hello from S. Texas
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Ok FWIW I did looks at some similar past threads on this forum. However I know things change all the time. My main concern is small wheels w/ fat tires, folding, step through, bike and battery certifications. I can lift 70 lbs ok, I’ve seen easier ways to load in back of a vehicle. Our e-bike purchases will be in a couple months
Chargeride
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Hub drives do like smaller wheels, I think the 20 inch fat tires are just enough to cope with off-road while providing the gearing for strong climbing ability.
Hang on, does Texas have hills?
Hang on, does Texas have hills?
Yes, lots of beautiful and steep hills-when I lived by NB TX, but not much now that I live close to the Coast. However we do have lots and lots of trails including Hike & Bike trails at/by/in parks most maintained by the city. Also many trails linked so you can spend all day and not repeat any paths.
Chargeride
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If you dont have any seriously steep trails, then hub is fine, the only major drawback is repairing rear punctures.
I would practice it before venturing out.
I would practice it before venturing out.
