August 28, 201312 yr The people who produce Cycling World are bringing an ebike only mag called ecyclist. Should be interesting.
August 28, 201312 yr Could be good timing since VeloVision who also produce the quite new Electric Bike magazine have both titles up for sale with their future uncertain. If those two titles are not sold within two years they will almost certainly cease publication then. They've been on offer for some while but with no takers.
August 28, 201312 yr Do you know id ecyclist will be generally available and how often it's going to be published? I just hope it's not just a 'one off' publication for the bike show and to test the water. I also subscribe to Electric Bike magazine and it will be a great shame if it does not continue. I am sure there is demand for an electric bicycle magazine.
September 19, 201312 yr Soft copy here:- e cyclist issue one I can't see it as my system came up with "Warning: Unsafe Website Blocked!" I do go overboard with security.
September 20, 201312 yr I can't see it as my system came up with "Warning: Unsafe Website Blocked!" I do go overboard with security. Same here, blocked for me by Comodo:(
September 20, 201312 yr It's a site that constantly gets flagged for copyright contraventions, so that's probably it. Just add an exception to your security software if you want to see it.
September 20, 201312 yr Just read it on my laptop. Pity it needs flash as I use my phone for internet 10x more than my computer. It's a good read. The Audi bike looks cool. I want the Haibike on page 53.
September 20, 201312 yr Surprised by the quality and quantity of content, even if i did think I was reading a design magazine for much of it. Some dubious statistics and insufficient component/kit and technology content mark it down for me, but a promising start.
September 20, 201312 yr Yes, looks very promising, if it continues they'll soon run out of concepts and have to report on more normal e-bikes. Bad news for Peter Eland of VeloVision since if this succeeds it will reduce his chances of selling his Electric Bike title.
September 20, 201312 yr Well, I yawned my way through most of it. They didn't really have anything new. It was OK to read for nothing, but I can't see why anyone would want to pay £3 a copy (or more) for stuff that you can find on the internet for nothing. The reviews don't really tell you any of the details that allow you to make clear decision points about whether to buy. What was the point of telling us that the Audi weighs 11Kg without the electrical stuff without mentioning what the total is? It's like saying, "my bike only weighs 50g if you don't include everything attached to the wheel spindle". Why didn't they mention more relevant stuff like how big/heavy the battery is or how long it will last when drawing the maximum 2.3 kw? And comments from the Raleigh bloke make me feel sick. He says that if you don't spend £2000 to £3000, your bike will break down after a short time, except that their bikes from £1000 are OK. Why was there an article about Presteigne to get all the juices going when the event doesn't exist anymore? I can virtually guarantee that there'll be a review of a Storck bike within the next couple of issues. We haven't heard from them for a while. Are they still going? I think I'm becoming a grumpy old man, but I wish them luck.
September 21, 201312 yr I just read this one, which I found much better and more interesting, but still suffers a bit from political correctness instead of saying how things are, like when he says that the power from the Arriba went to 500+watts, which makes it sound like what you get from a low power Bafang SWX motor. That BPM must go to around 20 amps, which means 800w. Electric Bike Magazine: the independent guide to power assisted cycling
September 21, 201312 yr From my experience, the problem with mags is that to get a bike reviewed you have to pay for advertising, so reviews are basically paid for and ultimately this cost is passed on to the customer. Of course a specialist mag needs advertising to survive, but how many people read them?
September 21, 201312 yr I just read this one, which I found much better and more interesting, but still suffers a bit from political correctness instead of saying how things are, like when he says that the power from the Arriba went to 500+watts, which makes it sound like what you get from a low power Bafang SWX motor. That BPM must go to around 20 amps, which means 800w. Electric Bike Magazine: the independent guide to power assisted cycling I've been subscribing to that one from issue one and it is the best so far, but as you imply, that isn't saying much. Trouble is that editor Peter Eland is trying to sell it and move on to new pastures, but no luck after a year of trying. He says he'll give it two years max and then shut it down if still not sold.
September 21, 201312 yr I want the Haibike on page 53. Hi Swordfish, Fancy sitting on one? Give me a shout, have these models in stock Regards Martin
September 21, 201312 yr like when he says that the power from the Arriba went to 500+watts, which makes it sound like what you get from a low power Bafang SWX motor. That BPM must go to around 20 amps, which means 800w. [rl] When I rode the Arriba at Bristol I could only get about 520 watts indicated, but I wasn't using the throttle (forgot it had one, actually, as I always ride pas on the road). I wonder if power's limited in pas mode? Be good to see an owner's review of the Arriba: Has anyone done one yet?
November 12, 201312 yr Thanks Wander. Second issue still inclined to focus on concepts and oddball machines, needed to look at the ads to find more normal e-bikes. The "Top Gear" syndrome I suppose, using the exotic to attract attention and interest.
November 12, 201312 yr Well, I yawned my way through most of it. They didn't really have anything new. It was OK to read for nothing, but I can't see why anyone would want to pay £3 a copy (or more) for stuff that you can find on the internet for nothing. The reviews don't really tell you any of the details that allow you to make clear decision points about whether to buy. What was the point of telling us that the Audi weighs 11Kg without the electrical stuff without mentioning what the total is? It's like saying, "my bike only weighs 50g if you don't include everything attached to the wheel spindle". Why didn't they mention more relevant stuff like how big/heavy the battery is or how long it will last when drawing the maximum 2.3 kw? And comments from the Raleigh bloke make me feel sick. He says that if you don't spend £2000 to £3000, your bike will break down after a short time, except that their bikes from £1000 are OK. Why was there an article about Presteigne to get all the juices going when the event doesn't exist anymore? I can virtually guarantee that there'll be a review of a Storck bike within the next couple of issues. We haven't heard from them for a while. Are they still going? I think I'm becoming a grumpy old man, but I wish them luck. Hi d8veh, tell you what you are right about Storck ebikes, maybe they are keeping a low profile. Someone on here should be able to answer your question of their whereabouts. Storck owners anyone?? MS
November 12, 201312 yr Hi, I took out a subscription at the show, as it was a package with Cycling World. But neither magazine has arrived and now cycling worlds phone number is not working, even the fax line just rings out. I have spoken to them in the last 2 weeks but just got a lame excuse that the editor was in the states, anybody heard if there is a problem with them? Phil
November 12, 201312 yr Not that I am aware. We advertise with them. No problems listed on companies house, perhaps they are just a bit slow at sending information out? Edited November 12, 201312 yr by Electrifying Cycles
November 12, 201312 yr I have tried contacting them from the e mail link on their website, I will update if I get an answer Phil
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