Need help deciding between Voltbike Mariner and Magnum Classic

[EBs_are_fun]

I will be using an ebike for a 20 mile round trip commute on country roads with no bike lane.

I like the Magnum Classic because I can test ride and buy it at a local shop.

I like the Voltbike Mariner for its larger motor and fat tires. I am wondering if the 4" tires would make it easier for me to go along the shoulder for awhile when cars are passing me.

Is it crazy to get 4" tires for a 10 mile ride mostly on roads? Or would it be safer?

I am in NE Ohio. I have not decided whether I would try to ride on snow days or not. If I did want to, that would be another advantage for the Mariner, but there is a good chance I will just choose to drive those days.

 

[Poincare]

I am also considering the Mariner. Just sitting on the fence at the moment and have watched every Youtube video made (as of July 12). Some good, come bad. Had considered the eJoe and Magnum 48v but still leaning toward the Voltbike Mariner.

 

[EBs_are_fun]

I am also considering the Mariner. Just sitting on the fence at the moment and have watched every Youtube video made (as of July 12). Some good, come bad. Had considered the eJoe and Magnum 48v but still leaning toward the Voltbike Mariner.

1. If I could afford the Magnum Premium, it seems like an extremely nice bike. How will you be riding your bike? Commuting? Mostly on road, or other surfaces?