Thoughts on Bikes & Gear

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“Rivan’s New E-bike Could Tip the Scales.”

This is one of the things I wondered about as I was posting earlier: the weight of the bike. At the better part of 100 pounds, no one can reasonably expect to ride anywhere they’d have to carry it, especially up stairs.

“Inside Rivian’s $4,500 Electric Bike Gamble”

Wow, there are some really neat ideas here. I love the idea of micro-mobility devices like these! I am a bit concerned about the marketing photos that suggest this Class 3 e-bike is suitable for trails, when most trails do not allow above Class 1.

Brompton G Line: To E Or Not To E

I got a chance to test ride the newly introduced Brompton G Line, and liked it a lot, but ultimately decided to wait until the electric version comes out this fall. Check out the post on my site for more impressions and thoughts about the G Line.