Charging at the end of the day isn't the only option. I like having a long lunch in town on my way to a site and plug in at the restaurant or gas station. Fast charger is important here, as fast as your battery supports.
I love long trips on e-bike. My favourite power station for topping up the battery is MC 😁. I have 6a charger so it's quite fast but i wish it was like 10a. Would be awesome
@@waltersmithat70 yes, I use 2amp charger everyday and I bought slow charger from beginning (I had 6amp charger with new bike). Only during long trips I use fast charger. It is shame bosch do not offer 6a for new bosch ebikes.
@@waltersmithat70 It depends on the battery. I can charge my 40Ah pack at 8A with no negative effects. What kills a battery quickest is charging the pack full and then depleting it again and again. Don't charge past 85% of the pack's capacity or discharge past 20% of capacity, and you can get 1500 or more recharge cycles vs 500. With a lot of low-end POS ebikes the battery can be half the cost of the bike.
Fantastic to see you back kev ! Ebike fab way to see the world, fyi …consider using a well designed bike trailer carry all your gear plus solar power generator with role panel can add extra day or 2 too trip + trailer excellent grocery getter…if thinking about buying first ebike consider first building out that old 26er MB that you might still have kicking around …mid drive system by far the best
Thanks Kevin. Lots of good information. Range, how to pedal, where to go etc. The only thing I would add is. If you are going as a group, don't think that you can share one charger for everyone's bike. Each manufacturer uses specific batteries paired with specific chargers. Using the wrong charger can cause a battery fire.
So this is all new to me with e-biking, but is it not possible for manufacturers to make some kind of regenerative power? Is it not a thing? Going downhills enfage a re-gen that adds to your charge much like sailing vessels use electric motors and batteries?
the idea of needing to find a plug all the time has me a bit wary. Something I've wondered is if you could make a charging station you could strap to the back of your bike, out of a lightweight portable power station kept in a front or back basket, and a backpacking solar panel (something like a BigBlue??) strapped hanging over the bike's back & panier bags to charge your power bank or spare battery while you're riding. I dunno much about electricity so idk if it would have the energy to be efficient enough? But it feels like if the right gear exists, you could be able to charge up anywhere without needing a source of power you can't bring with you?
Exactly what I do. I bought the recently launched ANKER solix 300 DC power station which gives me an additional 288wh of charge which I keep in a bike bag on top of rear rack and run a USBC cable to charge while riding. I usually use this once I get to 80% because a DC charge is obviously slower than AC and this allows me to slowdown the battery drain during a long days ride. The solix charges from a folding solar panel kit or at night in a room when I am bike-hoteling it.
"Local Authorities" can also make up bullsht if they have something against ebikes. First, know the LAW and connect with other ebike campers and enthusiasts in the area that you wish to go.
You don't have to be a millionaire to afford an e bike. If you enjoy bike touring, then it's a worthwhile investment. If you're a brokea$$, you're not economically qualified for any luxury items.
Great question,. Yes, you can pedal when your battery is dead just like a regular bike. You won't be stranded. We just recommend doing all that exertion in the beginning while you're feeling good (and energetic) and let the assistance help at the end. Hope you give it a try!
sure you can .. along with it being less rewarding, if you are able bodied then work on your fitness and reap the rewards & achievements of human power don't be reliant on battery power, which ultimately dilutes the experience, you may as well just get motorcycle otherwise..
Great content, very imformative. I would love to go on a vaccation like this, I feel like biking gives a sort of freedom I don't really get from a lot of other things, mentally I feel so much better on a bike than going by car!
Charging at the end of the day isn't the only option. I like having a long lunch in town on my way to a site and plug in at the restaurant or gas station. Fast charger is important here, as fast as your battery supports.
Also a lot of public parks have pavilions with power
A rollable high efficiency solar panel could be a huge benefit for this
YEEEEESS!!!! Ebike backpacking!! Love it
I love long trips on e-bike. My favourite power station for topping up the battery is MC 😁. I have 6a charger so it's quite fast but i wish it was like 10a. Would be awesome
I use the 2amp mostly ,and 4amp for once and awhile....It's better for battery health
@@waltersmithat70 yes, I use 2amp charger everyday and I bought slow charger from beginning (I had 6amp charger with new bike). Only during long trips I use fast charger. It is shame bosch do not offer 6a for new bosch ebikes.
@@waltersmithat70 It depends on the battery. I can charge my 40Ah pack at 8A with no negative effects. What kills a battery quickest is charging the pack full and then depleting it again and again. Don't charge past 85% of the pack's capacity or discharge past 20% of capacity, and you can get 1500 or more recharge cycles vs 500. With a lot of low-end POS ebikes the battery can be half the cost of the bike.
Fantastic to see you back kev ! Ebike fab way to see the world, fyi …consider using a well designed bike trailer carry all your gear plus solar power generator with role panel can add extra day or 2 too trip + trailer excellent grocery getter…if thinking about buying first ebike consider first building out that old 26er MB that you might still have kicking around …mid drive system by far the best
Thanks Kevin. Lots of good information. Range, how to pedal, where to go etc.
The only thing I would add is. If you are going as a group, don't think that you can share one charger for everyone's bike. Each manufacturer uses specific batteries paired with specific chargers. Using the wrong charger can cause a battery fire.
Awesome Video KEV!!!
Yo that's Kevin!!! I remember him from other bikepacking adventure channels !
Glad to see he still in the game!
Wow. Really interesting and informative.
Yeah Kevin! Bike guru thx for the tips
Kev's gotta GIG!
Bosch has also a faster charger. Otherwise alternative charging options are folding solar panels, windmills, water mills.
ecoflo with solar panel charge the bike on top of a moutain. or anywhere you need
Hi this is my first time eBay camping solo I am in Flagstaff do you have any advice
So this is all new to me with e-biking, but is it not possible for manufacturers to make some kind of regenerative power? Is it not a thing? Going downhills enfage a re-gen that adds to your charge much like sailing vessels use electric motors and batteries?
Grin Technologies
What it is I want to do is to build my own trailer for my ebike for boondocking do you have any advice
the idea of needing to find a plug all the time has me a bit wary. Something I've wondered is if you could make a charging station you could strap to the back of your bike, out of a lightweight portable power station kept in a front or back basket, and a backpacking solar panel (something like a BigBlue??) strapped hanging over the bike's back & panier bags to charge your power bank or spare battery while you're riding. I dunno much about electricity so idk if it would have the energy to be efficient enough? But it feels like if the right gear exists, you could be able to charge up anywhere without needing a source of power you can't bring with you?
City parks , Coffee shops , campgrounds , restaurants , fast-food , and bring 2nd battery
Exactly what I do. I bought the recently launched ANKER solix 300 DC power station which gives me an additional 288wh of charge which I keep in a bike bag on top of rear rack and run a USBC cable to charge while riding. I usually use this once I get to 80% because a DC charge is obviously slower than AC and this allows me to slowdown the battery drain during a long days ride. The solix charges from a folding solar panel kit or at night in a room when I am bike-hoteling it.
Otherwise some ebikes motors can switch off the engine drag when out of battery.
"Local Authorities" can also make up bullsht if they have something against ebikes. First, know the LAW and connect with other ebike campers and enthusiasts in the area that you wish to go.
Authorities have no clue about the law. Use common sense or call a lawyer. Otherwise cool video!
Is this some sort of affluent joke that I'm economically not qualified for? 😂
You don't have to be a millionaire to afford an e bike. If you enjoy bike touring, then it's a worthwhile investment. If you're a brokea$$, you're not economically qualified for any luxury items.
Yes
Number one - where and when can i charge my battery.
makes me want to go pedal!
Mission accomplished!
Get a Riese Muller Bike with 1125 Wh 😅
🌈 P R O M O S M
did la to sf via ebike
So if your battery dies you can’t just pedal? 🤣
Great question,. Yes, you can pedal when your battery is dead just like a regular bike. You won't be stranded. We just recommend doing all that exertion in the beginning while you're feeling good (and energetic) and let the assistance help at the end. Hope you give it a try!
@@rei Bikepacking sounds fun. I’m in!
You can pedal but it's slow (some 12 mph on flat) and tiring, and driving uphill is a torture.
Prefiero una Rikimbily.
IM legally blind, but I can ride an e-bike, GRACIAS...
sure you can .. along with it being less rewarding, if you are able bodied then work on your fitness and reap the rewards & achievements of human power don't be reliant on battery power, which ultimately dilutes the experience, you may as well just get motorcycle otherwise..
What a limited view of bike packing.
Great content, very imformative. I would love to go on a vaccation like this, I feel like biking gives a sort of freedom I don't really get from a lot of other things, mentally I feel so much better on a bike than going by car!