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Today Is National E-Bike Day! Here’s Why You Need One

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Happy National E-bike Day! Thanks to our friends over at Lectric, their pushed their idea through and got today designated as a special day to celebrate the many benefits of electric bikes. Whether you are looking for a fun, eco-friendly, or convenient way to get around, e-bikes have something for everyone. Let’s take a look at some of the reasons why you should consider getting an e-bike and how to choose the best one for your needs. Let’s start with defining what makes a bicycle an e-bike.

What Is An E-bike?

An e-bike is a bicycle that has an electric motor and a battery that provides assistance when you pedal. You can adjust the level of assistance depending on how much effort you want to put in. Some e-bikes also have a throttle that allows you to ride without pedaling.

There Are Many Reasons To Buy An E-Bike, Let’s Take A Look

  • E-bikes help reduce carbon emissions.

According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), transportation accounts for 29% of total greenhouse gas emissions in the United States. Most of these emissions come from personal vehicles like cars and light trucks. E-bikes produce significantly lower emissions than traditional cars. They run on electricity, which can come from renewable sources like solar or wind power. You can even charge an e-bike on solar energy that you generate at home, off the grid. As more countries transition to renewable energy sources, the carbon footprint of e-bikes will decrease further. When used for short trips and commuting, e-bikes can effectively replace cars, resulting in a substantial reduction in emissions.

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  • E-bikes are much more energy efficient.

E-bikes are much more energy-efficient than conventional cars, using a fraction of the energy to travel the same distance. An average e-bike uses about 0.025 kWh per mile, whereas a traditional car consumes around 0.34 kWh per mile. This means that e-bikes are over 10 times more energy-efficient than cars. By switching to e-bikes, we can drastically reduce energy consumption and dependence on fossil fuels, promoting sustainability.

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  • E-bikes help reduce traffic congestion 

As urban populations continue to grow, traffic congestion has become a significant issue in many cities worldwide. By replacing cars with e-bikes, we can alleviate this problem. E-bikes are smaller and more maneuverable than cars, allowing for more efficient use of road space. They can also use bike lanes and paths, avoiding traffic jams and saving time. E-bikes can also benefit other road users by reducing the number of cars on the road, and improving air quality and safety.

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  • E-bikes provide health benefits.

Cycling, even on an electric bicycle, provides numerous health benefits. Riding an e-bike can help improve cardiovascular fitness, muscle strength, flexibility, and coordination. It can also help reduce stress, anxiety, and depression. E-bikes make cycling more accessible and enjoyable for people of all ages and fitness levels. They can help overcome barriers such as hills, distance, or physical limitations that may prevent some people from riding regular bikes. E-bikes can also encourage people to ride more often and for longer distances, increasing their physical activity and well-being.

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  • E-Bikes Are Fun And Versatile

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E-bikes offer an exciting blend of traditional cycling with a serious infusion of technological advancement. For younger riders, this means longer rides, climbing steeper hills with less fatigue, the ability to pair your phone or GPS with your e-bike, and lots of customization opportunities. For older riders this means getting back on the saddle after years of giving it up, feeling more confident and comfortable on the road, and enjoying the outdoors with friends and family. E-bikes come in a variety of styles and designs to suit different preferences and purposes. You can find e-bikes for commuting, touring, mountain biking, cargo hauling, or just cruising around town. There is an e-bike for everyone.

  • How to choose an e-bike?

If you are interested in getting an e-bike, we recommend researching online for at least a week or two.  Get to know what the major manufacturers are out there and what is the current medium for range, charging time and cost. The last thing you want to do, is buy the first one you see and the next day realize it’s yesterday’s model or lacks the features you need. E-bikes vary in price depending on their quality, features, and performance. You can find e-bikes ranging from $500 to over $10,000. Generally speaking, there is a wide range of e-bikes ranging from $999 Walmart specials to $15K bespoke models. We think the $1500-2000 range gets you the best quality and features. As always, follow Electified Mag for all the news on e-bikes.

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Cover Photo – Ristretto.com

Photography – Dave Cruikshank

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