New Electric Bike Reviews
Lectric XPedition 2.0 Review: Big Upgrades, Same Low Price
In a time when tariffs on e-bikes have sent prices soaring across the industry, Lectric has managed to keep the price of the new XPedition 2.0 at an impressive $1,399, while adding some smart upgrades. With many manufacturers forced to raise prices significantly in 2025, this stability is remarkable for a cargo e-bike that was […]
Trek FX+1S Review: Trek Enters the Rear Hub and Throttle Game
I’m not gonna lie—when I read the specs of the new Trek FX+1S, I had big expectations. Just a few years back, legacy brands were hesitant to adopt not only the throttle, but the rear hub motor as well. This created a gap for consumers: legacy big brands with fitness or performance-themed analog (non-motorized) bikes, […]
Velotric Fold 1 Plus Review: The Most Capable Folding e-Bike
My Experience Riding The Velotric Fold 1 Plus E-Bike The Velotric Fold 1 Plus comes in four color options: mango (a yellow-orange blend), electric blue, pearl white, and stone grey. Despite offering just one frame size, Velotric claims it accommodates riders from 4’9″ to 6’6″. At 5’11”, I found the fit comfortable with room to […]
Trek FX+ 7S Review: A Smooth Commuter with a Cyclist’s Soul
Trek’s been building bikes that get riders stoked since their Wisconsin garage days in ’76. They’re the kind of brand that obsesses over every weld and gear shift, earning a cult following among roadies, trail hounds, and city commuters alike. For bike nerds like us, Trek’s name is shorthand for durability and smart design that […]
Velotric Nomad 2X Review: A Full-Suspension e-Bike Built To Do More
Velotric isVelotric’s back with the Nomad 2X, a full-suspension fat tire eBike that’s aiming to turn heads in a crowded market. This isn’t just a refresh of their popular Nomad—it’s a leap forward, swapping coil springs for air suspension with adjustable rebound control, a rarity for bikes at this price point. Add to that a […]
Rad Power Bikes RadRunner MAX Review 2025: Now With Traffic Safety Radar!
The RadRunner Max, Rad Power Bikes’ latest utility e-bike refresh in three new trim levels, rolls in at $2,299 with a goal of giving riders versatility, power, and some cutting-edge tech. Designed to replace car trips, this Deep Emerald Green machine boasts a 28 mph Class 3 top speed, a 420-lb payload, and features like […]
Fiido Air Review: A Sleek, Sub 31-Pound, Carbon e-Bike
In a world where taking risks can spark revolution, the e-bike market desperately needs a shake-up. Too often, manufacturers churn out carbon-copy designs, chasing trends and recycling the same bulky, heavy aesthetics seemingly dominating the e-bike landscape. You’ve heard the complaints: “e-bikes are too big and heavy,” or, for the cycling purists, equipped with throttles […]
Lectric XP4 Review (500 Watt Version)
There’s something remarkable about a brand that consistently delivers, upgrading nearly every aspect of a bike while keeping the price at the same jaw-dropping $999 that put them on the map. Meet the all-new Lectric XP4, the 4th generation of this flagship folding e-bike. With a sleek frame redesign, enhanced components, and some industry-defying magic, […]
Lectric XP4 750 Watt Motor Review – Solid Upgrades, More Power
When Lectric announced they were launching a bike at an RV resort near the Grand Canyon, it was pretty clear they would be updating their flagship XP model. Since the bike’s inception, it’s somewhat quietly become the best-selling e-bike in the United States, with sales topping 400,000 bikes. As we were driving down to the […]
Aventon Aventure 3 Review – Back With a New Look and New Tech
Aventon’s no stranger to breaking new ground. They didn’t invent the fat tire eBike, but they sure fanned the flames of the craze with the Aventure.1, the first to roll out hydraulic disc brakes in the segment. Then they doubled down with the Aventure.2, pioneering a torque sensor in a fat tire eBike. Now Aventon’s […]
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Shifting Perceptions: What We Learned Touring Ananda’s E-Bike Motor Factory
One of my biggest takeaways from China Cycle and the factories I toured was the amount of new e-bike technology being developed in China. I’m tired of getting comments from American consumers who have this idea in their head that Chinese Manufacturing = cheap and low-quality products. Nothing could be further from the truth, at […]