Bufatutu
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Hi Friends, I've been looking at ebikes for a while and the Giant Explore series seems to be just about right for me in so many ways: middrive, good torque, wider but not too wide tires, step through, etc. Now I've found just the one I want, not too far away. But one remaining issue is the 400wh battery. I live on a steep hill in the heart of very hilly NH's White Mountains. I spent some time playing with Google Earth last night, creating 40 mile rides from home. Forty miles isn't enough to make some of the most beautiful and interesting notch loops or to go back and forth over the Kancamangus. I don't have anyone to come and get me if I run out of power except in a real emergency. So my question: Is 400wh enough or do I need to find a bike with 500 or more? Thanks.
PS: I'm 72 and an active regular bike rider who still loves going up hills, but whose sore feet and knees are telling me to find an easier way than simply peddling for an hour in lowest gear.
PS: I'm 72 and an active regular bike rider who still loves going up hills, but whose sore feet and knees are telling me to find an easier way than simply peddling for an hour in lowest gear.