Hi, at age 76 my cycle rides are becoming limited by rubber legs, so an ebike might be sensible.
The Which best buy Trek Verve+1 at discontinued price £1444 with 500 Ah battery looks tempting.
The Chinese Fiido C11 Pro is cheaper, nicer looking, similar specs, with a frame mounted battery and £999, but no UK service - don't think I trust it.
There are lots of others within say £1800 price range, especially if the latest offering is not sought.
Someone suggested German makes like Kalkoff or even Flyer are better, but performance/cost ratio seems poor?
Goals:
500 Wh+ battery and 250W power, with reasonable mechanical efficiency and well inflated tyres should give me all the support I need.
Good control and performance on the odd steep hill.
Reliable and replaceable components including a safe battery.
"Hybrid" type - mostly used on road, but some rough paths.
Flexible pedal assist, not leg replacement wanted.
Easy control of assist and gears and reliable battery usage display (mph etc. also of interest)
Value for money.
The Which best buy Trek Verve+1 at discontinued price £1444 with 500 Ah battery looks tempting.
The Chinese Fiido C11 Pro is cheaper, nicer looking, similar specs, with a frame mounted battery and £999, but no UK service - don't think I trust it.
There are lots of others within say £1800 price range, especially if the latest offering is not sought.
Someone suggested German makes like Kalkoff or even Flyer are better, but performance/cost ratio seems poor?
Goals:
500 Wh+ battery and 250W power, with reasonable mechanical efficiency and well inflated tyres should give me all the support I need.
Good control and performance on the odd steep hill.
Reliable and replaceable components including a safe battery.
"Hybrid" type - mostly used on road, but some rough paths.
Flexible pedal assist, not leg replacement wanted.
Easy control of assist and gears and reliable battery usage display (mph etc. also of interest)
Value for money.