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[bikertj1981]

I am looking into getting an ebike, I have been looking at the Pro Rider Leisure eSprinter or eWayfarer, Powacycle Salisbury, the Woosh Petite and the Ebco UCL10. The main problem is I can't find anywhere near me (Darlington, Co. Durham if anyone can suggest anywhere) that has demo bikes to try out.

I ride on roads and easy off road cycle paths. I hate hills and just want a bike to help me not quit half way up. I'm only 5ft tall and weigh less than 70kg.

What would you all suggest?

Thanks
Tracey

 

[Nealh]

I just googled your county and e-bike store came up in Gateshead.
The bike store in Durham.
EBC are also in the North and N/East.
At under 70kg most bikes will be suitable, once you find some you like and tried put up link to them and feed back will be forth coming. To start with look for more then 10ah on a battery this will give nice duration and enough power to cope with hills.

 

[eBoy]

Hi, Tracey! I've had an eWayfarer for four years now. Still going strong, and still on the original battery. The foldability is what I like: I've taken it all over the place in the car boot for camping trips, etc. Had some punctures early on, but fitted ASDA Kevlar tyres (£12 each) and self-sealing inner tubes - and not had a flat tyre since, in three years. Great little bike! I weigh 100kgs, so, with your weight, it should go like a rocket! The Woosh Gale folding bike looks good, and that comes complete with puncture-resistant tyres and a Bafang mtor, which is good! Sorry I'm too far away to let you have a ride on it.

And it goes up hills a treat!

Best wishes,

Johnny

 

[bikertj1981]

I just googled your county and e-bike store came up in Gateshead.
The bike store in Durham.
EBC are also in the North and N/East.

The bike store only seem to do top end ebikes which are above my price range. I've not come across EBC?

Thanks

 

[bikertj1981]

Hi, Tracey! I've had an eWayfarer for four years now. Still going strong, and still on the original battery. The foldability is what I like: I've taken it all over the place in the car boot for camping trips, etc. Had some punctures early on, but fitted ASDA Kevlar tyres (£12 each) and self-sealing inner tubes - and not had a flat tyre since, in three years. Great little bike! I weigh 100kgs, so, with your weight, it should go like a rocket! The Woosh Gale folding bike looks good, and that comes complete with puncture-resistant tyres and a Bafang mtor, which is good! Sorry I'm too far away to let you have a ride on it.

And it goes up hills a treat!

Best wishes,

Johnny

Just what I needed to hear as they are more near the price I wanted to pay. Thanks. Will keep this in mind.

 

[trex]

you are only 5ft tall, you should consider a folding bike like E-Wayfarer or the woosh Gale, or one with small frame and 24" wheels like the Petite.
The eSprinter and Salisbury are a bit too big and heavy for you.

 

[bikertj1981]

you are only 5ft tall, you should consider a folding bike like E-Wayfarer or the woosh Gale, or one with small frame and 24" wheels like the Petite.
The eSprinter and Salisbury are a bit too big and heavy for you.

Thanks thats good to know

 

[bikertj1981]

Have you ridden the eWayfarer on off road cycle tracks or just on roads etc?

 

[eBoy]

Yes, Tracey, choosing is difficult! I never even thought about an e-bike till my pal let me have a go, and then I was hooked. You can usually take a folder on a coach, too, if you put it in a bag. Pro Rider offer a good back-up service and spares, though I've never had reason to need them. And Woosh have a fine reputation on thiswebsite for their attentive service. Good luck! Johnny

 

[eBoy]

I use the Wayfarer on roads and also on a lot of canal towpaths. I tend to ride mostly on low power and pedalling gently. Pedalling seems the natural thing - it sort of gives you something to do. Am in top gear virtually all the time. For steepish hills I drop down a gear or two, turn the power up and pedal to help. It's a doddle! I believe the small 20-inch wheels make it good for hills, but not sure why, scientifically! The seat is easily moved up or down, too, in a couple of seconds. Can't think of anything else to tell you, really, other than to say e-bikes are such fun. Just try and borrow one for a few minutes and have a go! I tend to let anyone I come across who takes an interest ride mine, so long as they don't look too dodgy! LOL! Cheers, Johnny

 

[Kudoscycles]

Hi,please look at the Kudos Secret or Kudos Tempo,they are both widely bought by smaller people. The Secret is about the lightest 20" wheeled bike around(18kg) and is a very strong hillclimber (pulls my 18 stone up mountains with ease.
www.kudoscycles.com
Kudos Dave

 

[bikertj1981]

Hi,please look at the Kudos Secret or Kudos Tempo,they are both widely bought by smaller people. The Secret is about the lightest 20" wheeled bike around(18kg) and is a very strong hillclimber (pulls my 18 stone up mountains with ease.
www.kudoscycles.com
Kudos Dave

Will take a gander thanks

 

[bikertj1981]

I have looked at loads of ebikes now in this price range and some slightly more expensive. I am very close to deciding that the eWayfarer is the right bike for me. http://www.proriderleisure.com/leisure/electric-bikes/e-wayfarer-electric-folding-bike-silver.html
Anyone got any good or bad stories or information on this bike or the company?

Thanks all

Tracey

 

[poptop]

have you decided yet? Im thinking about the secret, which i like the look of better [ as battery is hidden] but the woosh with 13 amp battery seems ideal for longer rides and hills and the one your interested in seems a really good price. website states over 1k reduced to 500 ish...I wonder why?
so I still go round in circles, especially as it will be an internet purchase and thses guys seem to have good reputations.......my mind is still spiining with decisions.

 

[OldBob1]

My advise with the state of our roads get a suspension seat post with the folder,

 

[bikertj1981]

My advise with the state of our roads get a suspension seat post with the folder,

the eWayfarer has a suspension seat post

 

[bikertj1981]

have you decided yet? Im thinking about the secret, which i like the look of better [ as battery is hidden] but the woosh with 13 amp battery seems ideal for longer rides and hills and the one your interested in seems a really good price. website states over 1k reduced to 500 ish...I wonder why?
so I still go round in circles, especially as it will be an internet purchase and thses guys seem to have good reputations.......my mind is still spiining with decisions.

I looked at the secret but as the battery has lower Ah and is £200 more I discounted it. I have wavered with the woosh gale and eWayfarer but as the eWayfarer is 4kg lighter thats most likely the one. Unfortunatly they are out of stock till the end of November

 

[poptop]

I looked at the secret but as the battery has lower Ah and is £200 more I discounted it. I have wavered with the woosh gale and eWayfarer but as the eWayfarer is 4kg lighter thats most likely the one. Unfortunatly they are out of stock till the end of November

Is this from pro rider? and do you know why its only £579 instead of £1158.00?

 

[bikertj1981]

Is this from pro rider? and do you know why its only £579 instead of £1158.00?

Yes it is from pro rider. I don't know why the price is reduced but I have had a look at loads of different ebikes with very similar spec and they all look very similar and range from £579 - £899. I would hazard a guess that it is a sales tactic to make you think you are getting a better bike at a bargain price. Saying that I think the bike is priced well at £579. I would not pay the higher price. I have emailed Pro Rider a few times to get extra information and have been told by them that this bike would be better for my height (5ft) and that it will get me up hills. I also was told that the battery is panasonic cells (a good one from what I have read on here).

Hope this helps you

Tracey

 

[graham49d]

Hi
Just reading the thread. I have had an etourer for over 2 years now and try and get out most days (more in summer!) I have only had trouble with rear spokes breaking which I think was down to me not checking after first few rides. Pro rider sent me spares as required no problem and it has now settled down. Recommend you make sure they stay tight for a few weeks, get a spoke spanner. The battery still holds its charge and I cannot see any deterioration in performance. About 30 m Max a charge. Using pedals on low power. Milage drops if using higher settings.
I think they put price up when low on stock so they can say advertised at higher price when they do have stock and want to sell some.
Also know someone with a woosh and he is pleased with that.

Hope this helps.

Graham