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We founded E-Bike Commuting to help more people commute by e-bike. ⚡️💛
Seattle based husband and wife team.
Tyler and Jody.
Seattle based husband and wife team.
Tyler and Jody.
Specialized Haul LT E-Bike Review
We tested the Haul LT over a few months, using it for school drop-offs, grocery runs and more. Specialized is a brand that knows how to design a bike from the ground up. While it isn’t necessarily known for its commuter and cargo offerings, that’s starting to change. Like the ST version, the Haul LT does a lot very well, making it a viable car replacement for many people.
In this video we will walk you through what we like about it and where it falls short.
Read our review: geni.us/Og0zS
Haul LT: geni.us/TMpwU3X
00:00 - Intro
01:10 - The basics
02:02 - Frame design
02:25 - Rider height range
02:43 - Cargo options
03:33 - Whisper tires
03:58 - Lighting
04:21 - App
04:39 - Size and weight
06:36 - Chain ...
In this video we will walk you through what we like about it and where it falls short.
Read our review: geni.us/Og0zS
Haul LT: geni.us/TMpwU3X
00:00 - Intro
01:10 - The basics
02:02 - Frame design
02:25 - Rider height range
02:43 - Cargo options
03:33 - Whisper tires
03:58 - Lighting
04:21 - App
04:39 - Size and weight
06:36 - Chain ...
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Flyer Via Family E-Bike Review
Просмотров 364Месяц назад
In April Flyer announced their new Via e-bike. In this video, I'll walk you through what I like about this longtail e-bike designed for families, and where it fell short. The Flyer Via: geni.us/hAS4Oon Flyer gave me the Via e-bike so that I could ride it extensively and make a review video. 00:00 - Intro 00:54 - Motor and drivetrain 01:15 - Throttle 01:30 - Battery and range 01:55 - Color 02:11...
Mokwheel Basalt ST E-Bike Review
Просмотров 5453 месяца назад
In this review, I’ll share my insights and honest opinions about the Basalt ST e-bike from Mokwheel. View the Basalt ST on Mokwheel: geni.us/72R8f Mokwheel gave me the Basalt ST e-bike so that I could test and write a review. 00:00 - Intro 00:42 - Rear hub motor 01:53 - Torque and hill climbing 02:49 - Torque sensor 03:06 - Throttle 03:43 - Fat tires 03:59 - Gearing and battery 04:22 - Build qu...
Tenways CGO800S E-Bike Review
Просмотров 3,3 тыс.4 месяца назад
The Tenways CGO800S is an excellent e-bike from the Netherlands that hits the sweet spot with a price tag of under $2,000. In this review, I’ll share my insights and honest opinions, breaking down what makes the CGO800S great and where it falls short. The CGO800S: geni.us/U7ibRGP Our written review: geni.us/6msRlr 00:00 - Intro 00:42 - Tenways 01:17 - The basics 02:38 - LCD display 04:33 - Asse...
Vvolt Slice Lite E-Bike Review
Просмотров 5375 месяцев назад
Vvolt loaned me their new Slice Lite utility e-bike for a few weeks. Here's what I like about it and where I thought it fell a little bit short. Slice Lite: geni.us/d3Qj 00:00 - Intro 00:30 - Design and riding position 01:32 - Display and throttle 01:45 - Integrated lights 01:58 - Fenders 02:13 - Front rack 02:47 - Quick adjust handlebars 03:22 - Smooth ride 04:09 - Gearing 05:04 - Kickstand 05...
Smalo LX2 E-Bike Review: An AI E-Bike?
Просмотров 2,6 тыс.6 месяцев назад
The new Smalo LX2 e-bike advertises itself as a "next gen...AI-powered ride of way." In this video I share my experience of riding and testing the LX2 e-bike for a few weeks and answer the question of what it's like to ride an e-bike with AI. Smalo LX2: geni.us/Dq9t9 Written review on our blog: ebikecommuting.com/smalo-lx2-e-bike-review-2024/ 00:00 - Intro 01:00 - Design 01:25 - Tires 01:32 - R...
Urban Arrow Family Cargo E-Bike Review
Просмотров 6 тыс.8 месяцев назад
As I reflect back on the past nine months that we've owned the Urban Arrow Family, I can confidently say that it has been a great addition to how our family gets around Seattle area. I have ridden over 750 miles on this cargo e-bike and in this video I will walk you through what I like about it and where it falls short. Urban Arrow Family: geni.us/VmdhdOz 00:00 - Intro 01:23 - Cargo bin 02:49 -...
EVELO Atlas E-Bike Review
Просмотров 1,8 тыс.9 месяцев назад
EVELO's Atlas e-bike is one of the best e-bikes I have ever ridden. In this video I walk you through what I like most about it and a few areas it falls short. The EVELO Atlas: geni.us/UlIaSA My written review on our blog: geni.us/OvFJ9M 00:00 - Intro 00:49 - Essential stats 01:24 - Motor 02:26 - Belt drive 02:56 - Range extender port 03:34 - Comfort 04:04 - Pedal assist sensor 04:51 - LCD Displ...
EVELO Omega E-Bike Review: Sneaky Fast
Просмотров 5 тыс.11 месяцев назад
EVELO's Omega e-bike has an upright posture, but it is sneaky fast. In this video, I walk your through what I like about it and where it falls short. The EVELO Omega: geni.us/GUTABv Our written review on our blog: geni.us/QR3BL4K 00:00 - Intro 01:01 - Essential stats 01:51 - Enviolo automatiq 02:28 - Ride position 02:45 - Sneaky fast 03:04 - Torque 03:44 - Ideal commuter 04:06 - Drawbacks 04:32...
The Priority Current E-Bike Review: Is It Worth It?
Просмотров 14 тыс.Год назад
The Priority Bicycle's Current e-bike starts at $3,299. I rode it 215 miles in a single weekend. In this video, I answer the question: Is it worth it? Priority Current: geni.us/8hA9 My Seattle to Portland video: ruclips.net/video/qk0oV7jlQ50/видео.html My full review on our website: ebikecommuting.com/priority-current-e-bike-review-2023/ 00:00 - Intro 00:31 - Basic stats 01:02 - Mid-drive motor...
I rode my Priority Current e-bike from Seattle to Portland - 215 miles
Просмотров 13 тыс.Год назад
Can a commuter e-bike handle a 200 mile ride from Seattle to Portland? That was the question that started this experiment. Every July for the past 44 years, Cascade has hosted their annual Seattle to Portland (STP) ride. Over the course of two days, thousands of people ride their bikes along the 206 mile route. I was excited to join in on this Northwest tradition and tackle the 44th edition of ...
Unboxing and assembling the Priority Current e-bike
Просмотров 1,3 тыс.Год назад
Unboxing and assembling the Priority Current e-bike
My Upway Experience: The Hassle-Free Way to Buy a Refurbished E-Bike
Просмотров 1,9 тыс.Год назад
My Upway Experience: The Hassle-Free Way to Buy a Refurbished E-Bike
hi and thanks for your great reviews (&subscribed!). i am interested to purchase the EVELO Atlas but debating between the Priority Current and the EVELO Atlas = your top picks of 2023 &2024!. judging by your 2 videos, they seem similar/comparable in price/performance? can you please kindly indicate between the priority current and Atlas, which do you recommend to purchase ? thanks in advance!
They are both good bikes, but I prefer the Atlas. Smoother motor, an optional throttle and a more comfortable riding posture. And front suspension is a nice plus
@@EBikeCommuting many thanks for your response! appreciate it!
I don't like twisting my wrist to change gears.
Awesome review! Live in chicago and I haven’t seen many other people with the Haul LT. It's a lot of bike.
Glad to hear you enjoyed it! I’ve only seen one other person riding the LT here in Seattle
I've not had the pleasure of riding one of these myself, but the control unit located directly below the bottom bracket, with the unprotected wires and whatnot, seems like a design flaw just begging for you to bottom out and scuff and/or crush it. Am I missing something?
I hadn’t thought about that. I think since this is a big heavy cargo bike, they don’t expect you to be off-roading very much so the likelihood of bottoming out and scraping the bottom is pretty low. Typically with a control unit that low I worry more about water damage however, all the electronics and cords on the Haul seemed well secured and protected from the elements.
Strange decision indeed, especially since there is all the empty space there just above and behind the bottom bracket. I am sure it's the same thought process as the hard plastic fork panniers... a regular soft pannier would just compress instead of cracking.
Do you still happen to have the Via on hand to measure the width of the Kid & Cargo Carrier Hoop grab bars? Thank you!
Sorry, but I no longer have it. I’d reach out to Flyer customer support. They were very responsive to a of my inquiries when testing the bike.
It’s about 24 inches
General takeaway is ok for a first attempt, but way short on battery. Heck, the nearest Walmart is ~15 or 16 miles away (~32 mi round trip). Then again, I'm a utility rider. So getting from A to B with a possible load of cargo is top of my list.
Thanks, live in a hilly area so this was useful
The cost of this when compared to the cost of owning a car, is a drop in the bucket.
1000%
E-bike = motorcycle.
Very helpful thanks. Deciding between this, Swoop and upcoming Tern Quick Haul Long.
For a guy in the market for a cargo bike, this is a great piece of info. Well done.
Thanks glad you’ve found it helpful. Feel free to send me any specific questions and I’ll do my best to answer: tyler@ebikecommuting.com
I make decals, and i have cargo bikes, I can send you one from the Nederlands if you want.
Thanks for the data-based real-world test to show the capabilities! So many bigger channels reviewed this bike or other similar ones without describing % grade attempted, not to mention your important observation of the assist not kicking in below a certain cadence.
Glad you found it helpful!
that is a very short range my man
I don't believe the Enviolo gearing system is a limiting factor in this scenario. Instead, the 250-watt motor appears to be inadequate for the additional weight of this front-load cargo e-bike, particularly when tackling a steep 15-degree hill. Given the demands of such a situation, the motor struggles to provide sufficient power and torque. For the American market, where users often encounter varied and challenging terrains, Bosch should consider offering more robust motor options. This would ensure that riders have the necessary power and performance to handle heavier loads and steeper inclines with ease. Enhanced motor options would not only improve the usability of cargo e-bikes but also expand their appeal to a broader range of consumers who need reliable and efficient transportation solutions in diverse environments.
It was a very enjoyable bike! During a test ride event, I experienced this feature. While its gear shifting indeed felt a bit underpowered when climbing due to the wheel size limitations, on flat terrain, the gear shifting was remarkably agile and smooth. I practically forgot about shifting gears; the bike effortlessly maintained its pace, allowing me to focus solely on riding and pedaling.
In the past six months, I have test-ridden this bicycle, and I am amazed at the significant improvements, especially in the automatic gear shifting. In earlier versions, I thought it felt sluggish, but just two weeks ago, I noticed it has become much smoother. This company seems very proactive in conducting version updates, which I believe is exactly what we need, as we aim for our product to continuously offer new experiences.
Share my experience. there is new E-Shift firmware update, it can bring significant improvements to gear changes. Before ridding, you can check if the bikes FW is the latest or not. You could upgrade the latest FW from the Smalo plus app>> setting>>about>>system information. Version 1.012: Fixing the issue where intermediate gears are not displayed during continuous shifting (released date 2024.06.21) Version 1.014: Enhances shift sensitivity and supports manual continuous shifting. These updates provide smoother and more precise gear control, improving riding experience.
Good info. Ty
Looking for a great daily commuter and occasional bikepacking. Which one would you recommend: Priority current or Gazelle ultimate C380+ HMB?
They are both solid e-bikes, but the front suspension on the Ultimate might be nice on bumpier roads.
2 thousand for the dual battery setup is... well it's 4x the price listed on their website.
That price he quoted did sound incredibly expensive. Somebody somewhere is ripping people off.
@@tconnolly9820 100%, and you don't need to just hear something off like. the price is listen on the website.
Ah, the spoiled NW cyclists. If you were a cyclist in the SW you wouldn't leave your driveway without a complete flat repair system and the knowledge of how to use it. Also, you would have slime in your tires. Reason: goatheads.
At least it was the front tire that went flat. A huge piece of glass was really bad luck. Not only need a new tube but also a boot for the tire.
$8000 for this? Might as well get a cheap small car around $10,000 or used car for $2500.
Not competitive anymore. Launched at $2,699. Way too expensive for build at $3,300. Sorry Priority.
No front suspension for that price? My God, why do you support such insane greed? I would never buy it.
Yeah I'm really curious where the hell the several thousands is going on this thing other than the middrive motor and frame and build. Surely there's big profit margin that fits a suspension system and more affordable dual battery upgrade not in the couple thousands. Might be charging up since they do corner this market in the US for now
$2-3k for the dual battery upgrade is indefensible and asinine. A 100 kWh Tesla battery is around $20k. That e-bike upgrade would be 1 kWh at the absolute most.
I want a bike like this but with no motor, just my legs' power alone.
@@justdev8965 You can buy a cargo bike without a motor. In my area it would never work due to heat and steep hills. Motor allows me to replace car trips.
Either he made a mistake himself in the price or somebody somewhere is really screwing people. It's not even half of that for a brand new 750 wh Bosch powertube.
Its not the ebike, it's the rider. Can a rider handle 215 miles? Like the saying. "In the MTB world, it is not the bike but a rider!" Great job. I will try next year.
i think the E part definitely enhances the riders endurance quite a bit. it would be an entirely different ride on a brakeless fixed gear.
A belt drive! If using an ordinary chain, you are able to use chain gears, which has much less friction than an internal gear system! I have had one bike using a belt, and I didn't like it! Eventually try a Danish built "Christiania Bike"? It is not as smooth looking, but it functions! Finn. Denmark
Thanks for the tip!
@@EBikeCommuting In Denmark we use as many bikes as in NL. for transport in local traffic, and we also have several types for transport of Children in front, as for heavy loads. The named Chr. and several other types. In the Good Old Days we had a much used, Commercial low transport, heavy load bike, named a "Long John", invented by a Danish Bike Mechanic! I think it is being still being produced?
Nice to see these Dutch build cargo bikes on the other side of the pond. Greetings from the Netherlands.
Great video, thanks! To avoid a flat tire on the next tour, I have a recommendation: Schwalbe Marathon plus - an unbreakable tire. I've been riding it on three wheels since 2005. I commute 20 miles a day for work plus the miles I cover in my free time or for shopping. The coat isn't cheap, but a shard of glass or similar won't interrupt a bike ride. Kind regards from Germany
Thanks for the advice!!
Very good review. Concise and to the point. No dumb music in the background. Awesome graphics. Thank you.
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Hi Tyler, could you share your email? The email in your website is invalid.
Tyler, thanks so much for the "Real World" testing of Single-Speed, Gates-Drive Ebikes. It is tempting with the lower price, but has major drawbacks. My future Ebike will have Gates-Drive. I hate derailleurs and the $100-$150 annual maintenance. My eyes are on the Priority Current Ebike with Enviolo internally geared rear-hub and mid drive motor. $3,000.
You got me when you hesitated with saying the bike with range in gearing might be problematic for super steep hills .. I live in Pittsburgh 🤔
Have been waiting for an update to the bike as it e-bike terms, it's getting long in the tooth. Especially the lacking control/screen which lacks info found in less expensive brands like Aventon.
Did u have any rain/water enter the battery chamber through the GAPS on the cable routing holes on upper part of down tube?
I haven't noticed rain water getting into it after a rainy ride, but to be honest I haven't looked closely.
I'm new to e-bike, living in PNW. Do you recommend these CVT time for new e-bike buyers? I'm looking to get two bikes (wife and me). Will you recommend this over the priority or Prodigy v2?
Yeah, I think the CVT hub is perfectly fine for first time e-bike buyers. And yes, I would recommend this over those other two assuming it fits in your budget
@@EBikeCommuting Great. Last night I ordered the one you used from Seattle to PDX. Thank you for responding
great presentation, very helpful - thank you! Is the auto-shifter feature 'better' than the handlebar control for a standard CVT hub?
It’s hard to say if it’s actually better since I’m so used to a manual shifter. It was really nice to just not have to think about shifting, but if you are really dialed in to shifting to the perfect gear, you may find that it is a little slow at getting to the right gear. Whereas when you are manually doing it, you can look ahead and see that an incline is coming, etc..
I’m curious. Why didn’t you just ask another cyclist to borrow their pump?
I did, but unfortunately everyone that passed me that I talked to had the wrong type of pump since they were all riding traditional road bikes
Very nice review! You offer a good explanation of what are the important features to consider when looking at e-bikes. Personally, I have been riding a Gazelle TMB10 for the past 2 years and I love it. The Bosch speed motor was a perfect match to the bike, but it would have been nice to have more than 85NM of torque. Since I ride mainly on flat surfaces it doesn't really bother me and I'm able to get 50-60 miles of range with a single battery. The extended battery on the Priority, as you pointed out, is not something I would ever want, besides it looks terrible. Nice to see they are offering the Enviolo hub...that is very efficient. I have not seen a throttle offered on a Class 3 bike, except for the cheaper bike manufacturers. Thanks for making this review!
Glad to hear you’ve enjoyed my reviews and thanks for sharing your experience with the TMB. Ive only ridden Gazelle’s Arroyo and Ultimate models.
Only price on one? Prices are falling, be careful.
Can the handlebars be adjusted for a more relaxed riding position?
Sort of. You can raise the angle of the stem so that the handlebars are higher up which gives you a slightly more relaxed posture, but the stem doesn't have a huge range. Alternatively you could replace the stem and handlebars with a more relaxed style. Most bike shops can help you make that swap.
@@EBikeCommuting thanks!
Thanks for the review. The gearing is disappointing. No one wants to ride an E-bike at 90 to 120 cadence. I think it is one of the challenges of a single speed - the lack of gearing range? Do you agree?
Yea that’s definitely a challenge with single speeds. Either they are great on the flats or they are great on the hills, but not both
Excited about Vvolts Centauri 2 coming out soon.
I owned the Priority Current and sold it only after a year because I think it falls short in many ways. One way if falls short is no front suspension. Second way it falls short is no throttle. Third way mine fell short was it pulled to the right badly. Fourth way is that crappy display that you can barely see in the daylight. Fifth way lacked power and sounded like a tea kettle whistling like it would boil over. Sixth way it lacked a large enough battery to enjoy a long ride if you needed to take one. The one positive way was it was light weight and easy to take upstairs. So I just wanted to inform those who are thinking of buying this e-bike and what is lacking. There are much better e-bikes on the market for the price that they are offering for this Current model out there.
Thanks for sharing your experience. Super helpful and insightful.
Great feedback. Could you please list some of those e-bike alternatives to the Priority for us newbies? Thanks :)
@@charlesmartel3995 Not sure what @tenrozzero would recommend, but here is a blog post of my favorite belt drive e-bikes: ebikecommuting.com/the-best-belt-drive-e-bike-for-commutes/
I commute to work and don't want a motorcycle. Zero interest in a throttle. Nor a front suspension which just adds weight.
I have one and your are right it is very quiet. But I think the Specialized Como with the Brose motor my be slightly quieter and a bit more refined. I prefer the upright position.
Can you please please answer the question how do you feel about not having a suspension fork? Would you add one? I’m looking at this bike and I’m thinking of either adding a fork later or just getting larger tires. Did you ever feel like it was too Chattery over rougher roads?
I think I prefer a suspension fork on a commuter ebike mainly because it makes it feel a bit more relaxed and cushy to ride. The Current is a great bike but it does feel stiff. I like your idea of adding a fork
Nice video, and thanks for the tips & insight.. I think I'll do the STP this year on my Specialized Turbo Creo. Shout out to my Vancouver Bicycle Club, and cheers from Ridgefield!
Glad to hear you found it helpful. Good luck with your ride! It will be a blast on an e-bike