Author: Felipe T

Fat-tire electric bikes have carved out a niche for themselves as the perfect balance of stability and versatility. With the TurboAnt Thunder T1, the brand has joined the growing list of manufacturers tapping into this trend. But does it live up to expectations in real-world usage, or should you look elsewhere? Here’s my expert take after putting it to the test. Technical Specifications: components and metrics Before I dive into the review, let’s see its technical specifications. YEAR: 2022 MOTOR & TOP SPEED Class 3 (pedal assist (PAS) and throttle on demand) Bafang 750 watts (nominal) Max speed: 32 km/hr…

What are the next e-bike trends in 2025? The electric cycle revolution is accelerating, and I see 2025 is shaping up to be a transformative year. With advancements in technology, stricter regulations, and shifting market dynamics, the way we ride could change. Regardless of your riding preference, these three trends promise to make e-bikes lighter, innovative, and affordable. 1. Game-Changing Innovations Lighter and smarter builds One of the common e-bike trends observed in the industry is for manufacturers trying to reduce their weight. However, brands like Orbea and Specialized are leading the charge with lighter designs, focusing on smaller batteries…

The Specialized Turbo Vado SL was designed to improve the commuting experience. Really? The guys behind the creation of this electric commuter bike have quite the experience of making something that works. After receiving constructive feedback from the cycling community, the brand created a new design to address some technical issues and improve overall performance. One of those changes was to make it available for all genders, something not most brands consider. One thing that I have always wanted to know is the name of the model. Let me explain it: – Vado: refers to being an urban bike with…

The Aventon Pace 500 commuter electric bike is one of those models that could provide versatility around pedaling, but it might be limited to be used in certain countries. Aventon Pace 500 Tech Specs (basic) MOTOR & TOP SPEED Bafang Class 3 (pedal assist and throttle) 500 watts (nominal) Up to 45 km/hr (28 mph) 50 Nm torque BATTERY & RANGE 556.8Wh, 48v, 11.6Ah (Samsung) Thirty (30) miles (lowest) – 50 miles (highest) Charging in 4 hrs CONTROLLER & RIDING MODES M5 model Five (5) modes LCD attached to the handlebar There are no other fancy apps to connect FRAME…

The Super 73 S1 fat tire e-bike is still one of the most wanted on the market. Possibly, its popularity is due to its appearance. I have to be honest. The first time I saw the bike, I was like, “Wow! What is this?” I know most of us are used to seeing electric bikes like any other standard one, but thinking that a model looked similar to a motorbike was appealing. Super 73 S1 Technical Specs MOTOR & TOP SPEED Class 2 (pedal assist and throttle) 500 watts (nominal) 33 km/hr (20 mph) 35 Nm torque BATTERY & RANGE…