Just chose my first E-bike, a Cannondale Contro-E Speed. I test rode several bikes before settling on this one. The people at the various Trek stores I visited were all very helpful. I tested a few bikes, the PowerFly 5, the Cross-Rip+, the police/PowerFly Speed, another I can't remember, and settled on the Cannondale. Adding a more comfortable seat made the sale. The riding position suits me the best of all of the bikes I tested. I was surprised I didn't like the Police more, as I thought by looking at the specifications it would suit me. It has only a 15 tooth front sprocket, which ended up feeling really short geared for a class 3. The Super Commuter 8 has a 20 (class 3), and the Super Commuter 7 has an 18 (class1). I think the 15 on the Police/PowerFly Speed is a mistake, at least that's how it felt to me. I need to add a spare charger, and maybe a spare battery to the Cannondale. I 'm also thinking about a suspension seat post. It's really a sweet ride. I read the posts in the Cannondale section of the forum. To be honest, I think at some point I'll piece together the perfect bike for me later. There's a lot of selection out there, but it's been difficult to find the perfect combination for me.
I'm trying to (re)gain strength and endurance after enduring treatment for triple-hit lymphoma, bone marrow cancer, and a stem cell transplant last year. I'm soon 65, and think the whole e-bike thing will be a blessing in my life. I still have some significant chemo-induced peripheral neuropathy in my feet.
I make parts for KLR650's for a living, and have ridden motorcycles for a while. I used to compete in ballroom dancing, but need to build up a fair bit before I'll be strong enough to do that again. I think building up by commuting to and from work will help me.
Please share your stories of how it's helped you - I've read many here on the forum. I spend many hours in research here before I bought. Thanks for all your sharing of knowledge and experience!
I'm really grateful for the community here.
I'm trying to (re)gain strength and endurance after enduring treatment for triple-hit lymphoma, bone marrow cancer, and a stem cell transplant last year. I'm soon 65, and think the whole e-bike thing will be a blessing in my life. I still have some significant chemo-induced peripheral neuropathy in my feet.
I make parts for KLR650's for a living, and have ridden motorcycles for a while. I used to compete in ballroom dancing, but need to build up a fair bit before I'll be strong enough to do that again. I think building up by commuting to and from work will help me.
Please share your stories of how it's helped you - I've read many here on the forum. I spend many hours in research here before I bought. Thanks for all your sharing of knowledge and experience!
I'm really grateful for the community here.
It sounds like you have overcome some major obstacles in life over the past few years. I'm glad to hear you are on the rebound and ready to get into cycling. You did a good job trying numerous bikes and settled on the best for you. That is most important. Enjoy your new bike and stay safe my fellow rider 
