Unbiased, In-Depth Analysis of the Best Electric Bikes
Founded in 2005, IZIP eBikes has over 10 years of experience in designing electric bicycles. As part of the largest and longest operating eBike company in North America, IZIP is backed by a nationwide network of skilled independent local bike dealers and the Accell North America Electric Bike Competence Center (EBCC). IZIP is known for offering a variety of drive systems from Currie Electro-Drive® to tackle steep hills, Shimano STePS for smooth lightweight operation, and Bosch for high-performance response.
The original IZIP E3 Vibe has been completely remodeled for 2016 and is now called the Vibe Plus. The suspension fork is gone but the bike weighs nearly 10 pounds less and has a more streamlined battery pack. You get a more powerful and more efficient mid drive motor and a larger battery capacity but […]
The 2016 IZIP E3 Zuma retains all of the things I loved about prior iterations and improves the display panel by making it smaller and tougher but still easy to reach and read. Instead of using a plastic box with LED dots strewn across, the new display ring has rubberized buttons (that are backlit) and […]
This is the review for the 2015 E3 Sumo, in 2016 an updated model arrived with sturdy thru-axles, an optional $50 boost mode that acts like a throttle and a slightly altered paint job… it also costs a lot less! Check it out in the full review here. The E3 Sumo is one of the […]
This reivew is outdated but might be useful if you’re finding a used model or considering a deal on prior-year equipment. The latest version of the bike has been upgraded to a Bosch centerdrive and is available in two frame sizes. You can read more in the full review here and feel free to compare […]
This review is for the 2015 IZIP E3 Peak, click here for the most recent review which features a drivetrain upgrade, lower price point and a new color scheme (black with blue accents). The twist throttle has been dropped but IZIP now offers an optional $50 boost button instead. The 2015 IZIP E3 Peak is […]
This review is for the 2015 IZIP E3 Zuma, for an updated version check out the 2016 model which offers automatic battery sleep (after 30 days) and a new LED console ring vs. a plastic display block. The latest model is also priced slightly less at $2,499 vs. $2,550. The IZIP E3 Zuma has long […]
The most recent version of the IZIP E3 Path+ came out in 2016 and features a mid-drive motor from Shimano STePs instead of a gearless direct drive hub, this makes the frame more balanced front to rear and offers better efficiency and range by leveraging the cassette, the price also dropped. The latest review is […]
This is a review for the 2015 IZIP E3 Dash, in 2016 the motor was changed from a gearless direct drive hub to a mid-drive improving frame stiffness and efficiency, it dropped the twist throttle in favor of an optional $50 “boost button” that could be installed by dealers, read the full review here. The […]
The IZIP Town Express or “Twn:exp” is designed to provide a comfortable ride to a wide range of users (tall, short, light and heavy) and hold up well despite neglect or less than perfect conditions. Essentially, it’s the IZIP fleet bike and rental offering. While many of the other IZIP ebikes could also be great […]
The IZIP E3 Path+ is the second iteration in the series. With the Plus, you get a smoother and quieter direct drive motor, improved cadence sensing technology that significantly enhances ride quality and an updated control console with cruise and four levels of assist. The original E3 Path looked similar and offered the same mechanical […]
