Elaine M.
Great e-bike with solid features, but keep the weight in mind!
My husband has been riding the bike for a week now and these are his immediate thoughts on the product. Delivery & Assembly: First off, shipping was great—it actually arrived a few days early. Assembly was a breeze and can easily be done by one person. I was able to put it together using just the tools provided in the box plus a few basic tools we already had around the house. The Ride & Pedaling (Without Power): To test it out, I took it on a run to Ace Hardware completely unpowered (with the battery on, but turned off). As a regular bicycle, it’s decent but takes a fair amount of work. You essentially have to pedal the entire time; if you try to build up speed and just cruise, it slows down to a stop pretty quickly. That said, if you ever run out of juice, pedaling is totally manageable to get you home. Pro tip: If you want to use it strictly as a regular ride, you can just take the battery off, and it feels much more in line with a standard, traditional mountain bike. Design & Features: The tires are really nice and feel sturdy. There is also a great, spacious area on the frame if you want to add a basket for carrying items or running errands. Things to Consider: The only real drawback is the weight. Because of how heavy it is, I would not recommend this bike to anyone who has to carry it up more than a single step to store it each day. If you have stairs, look elsewhere or be prepared for a serious workout. Overall, it's a solid, well-built e-bike that delivers on its promises, just make sure you have a ground-level place to park it!