CPSC Pushes for Stricter Testing, More E-Bike Brand Closures, A Butt Elliptical Saddle? | TWR Ep 30

The Weekly Recharge from Electric Bike Report

This was a busy week in the world of e-bikes! In Episode 30, we highlight a bunch of big news stories, including the closure of GasGas and Husqvarna, proposed UL certification requirements by the CPSC, and a Kickstarter campaign for a funky elliptical-like saddle.

We dive into some details about three of the biggest new e-bike releases: the Aventon Aventure 3 and the Lectric XP4, which comes in both a 500W and 750W version.

Griffin takes us on a tour of a familiar path near his hometown in northern Utah called the Jordan River Parkway Trail System.

We also respond to a few questions and comments from our audience, with an in-depth comparison between the Aventure 3 and the Heybike Alpha and a shorter look at the similarities between the Velotric Breeze 1 and Discover 2.

We also discuss questions about sizing/fit and visibility features of the Lectric XP4 and share some thoughts on why riders might choose a premium city bike over one that costs significantly less.

Deal Links:
Ride1Up - https://ebrdeals.com/Ride1UpPromos
Lectric - https://ebrdeals.com/LectricPromos
Rad Power Bikes - https://ebrdeals.com/RadPromos
Aventon - https://ebrdeals.com/AventonPromos

Accessories / Gear:
Bern Hudson Helmet - https://electricbikereport.com/bern-hudson-bike-helmet-review/
Bern Major Helmet - https://electricbikereport.com/bern-major-bike-helmet-review/

Recent Reviews:
Aventon Aventure 3 - https://electricbikereport.com/aventon-aventure-3-review/
Lectric XP4 (500W) - https://electricbikereport.com/lectric-xp4-500-review/
Lectric XP4 (750W) - https://electricbikereport.com/lectric-xp-4-750-review/

E-Bike Trail System of the Week:
The Jordan River Parkway Trail System - https://www.traillink.com/trail/jordan-river-parkway-trail/

Other Bikes Discussed in this Episode:
Heybike Alpha - https://electricbikereport.com/heybike-alpha-review/
Velotric Discover 2 - https://electricbikereport.com/velotric-discover-2-review/
Velotric Breeze 1 - https://electricbikereport.com/velotric-breeze-review/

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00:00 - Cool Ebike Finds

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00:00 - Intro
00:33 - Cool Ebike Finds
04:59 - News Of The Week
16:46 - Accessories / Gear
18:50 - Currently Testing & Recent Reviews
22:59 - Ebike Trail Systems
27:10 - Questions & Comments
27:27 - What's the market for a $4,400 Trek FX+ 7s?
32:37 - Velotric Breeze vs Velotric Discover 2?
35:01 - Which side is better to lay your e-bike down?
36:13 - Would a 5'11" person fit comfortably on a Velotric XP 4?
42:14 - Heybike Alpha vs Aventon Aventure 3?
51:22 - Deals Of The Week
53:41 - Rider Highlight
55:21 - Wrap Up