Unbiased, In-Depth Analysis of the Best Electric Bikes
These electric bikes come standard with fenders, a rear rack or pannier hangers, and lights. They are full sized models only, no folders.
The Aventon Pace 4 has landed, and it’s clear this fourth-gen Pace isn’t coasting on the success of its predecessors. Available now and new for 2025, this Pace makeover made calculated yet bold moves – a stiffer frame, a new take on what a cruiser handlebar should be, and injected with tech and innovative security […]
Ride1UP has staked its claim in the e-bike world by marrying performance, practicality, and prices that don’t sting—a combo that’s won them a diehard crew of urban riders and weekend warriors. I’ve watched the San Diego outfit evolve from the zippy Roadster and all carbon fiber CF Racer, to the beastly Revv 1 DRT, each […]
Velotric’s been carving out a name in the e-bike scene, and they’re doing it with some legit moves. In a short span, they’ve gone from under-the-radar to pumping out rides like the Discover 2, Summit 1, and T1 ST—bikes that have clicked with riders for good reason. They’re not just playing it safe either; tech […]
Ride1Up has been steadily carving out their niche in the direct-to-consumer ebike space by nailing a pretty straightforward formula: solid specs, clean aesthetics, and prices that don’t make your wallet cry. Their latest refresh, the LMTD V2, builds on this approach with a $1,395 commuter that packs a punchy 750W rear hub motor and geometry […]
Aventon’s been quietly stacking wins since their early days of rough-around-the-edges e-bikes. The new Aventon Level.3, their third go at the commuter formula, marks a clear step up. This isn’t the Level 1 or 2 you can scope online—it’s a sleeker package with a new, stiffer hydroformed frame, refined geometry, Magura hydraulic brakes, and a […]
The Soltera line has always represented Aventon’s take on the minimalist urban e-bike, and their latest iteration shows they’ve been paying attention to rider feedback. The 2.5 refresh brings some meaningful upgrades to the platform, most notably switching from mechanical to hydraulic disc brakes – a change that any all-weather commuter will appreciate. The geometry […]
Ride1Up has built a reputation in the e-bike market by consistently delivering solid value propositions. The California-based company has a knack for packing capable components into bikes that compete well above their price points – their recent CF Racer1 being a prime example, offering a full carbon electric gravel bike kitted with a SRAM Rival […]
In a world where so many e-bike brands play it safe, cribbing ideas from each other like it’s an unspoken rule, Vvolt decided to go their own way with the Centauri II. At a glance, it’s a modern twist on some old-school concepts—think Cannondale’s Headshok days—with a monoshock suspension fork offering 30mm of travel nestled […]
The Lectric XPress 500 Step-Through (ST) fits the bill for anyone looking for a no-nonsense commuter e-bike that gets the job done. Lectric keeps things simple, and the XPress 500 ST sticks to that formula—its low step-through frame makes it super approachable for all types of riders. That 500W powerplant hits the sweet spot for […]
The Ride1Up Prodigy V2 feels like it’s stepping into some serious competition territory, going toe-to-toe with legacy brands like Specialized, particularly their Turbo Como. Right away, you notice the Brose mid-drive motor—a feature usually seen on much pricier bikes—so that’s a strong start for Ride1Up. The geometry strikes a good balance between an upright commuter […]
