The War on CarsDec 28, 2022

"Actually, studies have shown that riders using pedal-assists—a type of e-bike that amplifies your pedal power but does not take over entirely—get more exercise than those on regular bikes, because they cycle longer and more frequently.”

https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2023/01/02/hell-on-two-wheels-until-the-e-bikes-battery-runs-out

#bikes #ebikes #ebike

Hell on Two Wheels, Until the E-Bike’s Battery Runs Out

In 2020, Americans bought more than twice as many electric bikes as electric cars. Patricia Marx test-drove a fleet of them, including a Vado SL and a Gocycle G4i.

The New Yorker
Show threadE-Bike-Dad ⚡🚲
@TheWarOnCars Can confirm! We've put over 15,000 miles on our E-cargo bike in 33 months. Most of those miles would have been driving but since we purchased the e-bike I no longer drive! There's no way I would have biked those miles without e-assist. Hauling a kid, their bike and groceries up these hills is tough!...I did it for a short time on a non-electric cargo bike. It was not pleasant. 😆
Dec 28, 2022 at 5:42amWeb
Show threadAri MéndezDec 28, 2022
@ShawneMartinez this is incredible. I knew you rode a lot but I didn’t know it was this much!!
Show threadE-Bike-Dad ⚡🚲Dec 28, 2022
@atmendez it's amazing how all of those short 5 mile trips add up! Then on big days I'm sure glad we have dual batteries. I rode the first 18 months or so with a single battery and that range anxiety is real! Recently picked up the 5k sticker from Splendid to go with the 10k. 🏆
Show threadJulieEmeryDec 28, 2022
@ShawneMartinez @TheWarOnCars That's amazing! I just got my #ebike in November. Hope to use it to replace most local trips once winter recedes a little!
Show threadE-Bike-Dad ⚡🚲Dec 29, 2022
@JulieEmery @TheWarOnCars
I've made terrible transportation choices in the past. Hopefully I can make a difference for my kid's future. 🙏 Thank you for trying #ActiveTransportation 🥰
Show threadJoeChipDec 28, 2022
@ShawneMartinez @TheWarOnCars
How do you deal with aggressive car drivers? I've gradually given up on road cycling due to many near misses. The anger level is truly frightening.
Show threadE-Bike-Dad ⚡🚲Dec 29, 2022
@JoeChip @TheWarOnCars
Volunteering with #BikeLoudPDX has been amazing! I've learned to use my lane position to prevent close/unsafe passing. We staff a booth at the farmer's market to educate our neighbors. #GetInvolved with your local advocacy group! #GroupRides #Events #Education
Show threadE-Bike-Dad ⚡🚲Dec 29, 2022
@JoeChip @TheWarOnCars
Oops meant to tag @bikeloudpdx 👋🚲
Show threadSteve GriffinDec 28, 2022

@ShawneMartinez @TheWarOnCars

Wow, and I was impressed with our 1500 miles over the last 12 months!

Show threadE-Bike-Dad ⚡🚲Dec 29, 2022
@thehomespundays @TheWarOnCars
1,500 car-free miles is an amazing accomplishment! Any #ActiveTransportation is #OneLessCar making our streets safer for everyone! 🥰
Show threadDemianDec 28, 2022
@ShawneMartinez @TheWarOnCars that’s a big hilly ride even with electric assist! Love these ebike success stories. They’re like kitten videos for me
Show threadE-Bike-Dad ⚡🚲Dec 29, 2022
@dgodon @TheWarOnCars
Our e-Bullitt is 250w mid drive, not super powerful but enough to make a huge difference. I still have to put in work!