{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The Weekly Recharge from Electric Bike Report","title":"Rad Power Bikes Files For Chapter 11 Bankruptcy (Possible Buyer?) + Trek E-Bike Recall | TWR Ep 62","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/67499a0f\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3049,"description":"Welcome back to The Weekly Recharge – Episode 62 ⚡🚴\nThis week we’re covering a major Trek e-bike recall, the latest developments with Rad Power Bikes filing for Chapter 11, and a deep dive into e-bike motor history + longevity (hub vs mid-drive, what lasts longer, and what really kills motors over time).\nWe also hit the newest conversion-kit news with Skarper, a safety program for e-bikes and scooters launching in Las Vegas, plus our trail system of the week: one of the most iconic lakefront rides in the U.S.\n👕 Merch + Rider of the Week Update\nT-shirts for Riders of the Week and pre-orders should be going out soon — and if you haven’t claimed your free shirt yet, fill out the form in the description so we can ship it to you!\n👉 Fill out the form here: https://forms.gle/t9o6SHE3aTp7hvmW9\n👉 Merch Shop: https://shop.electricbikereport.com/\n📰 News of the Week\nTrek Recalls 700 Domane+ & Checkpoint+ E-Bikes (2026 models)\nTrek issued a recall affecting select Domane+ and Checkpoint+ models due to loose chainring bolts, which could create a crash risk if bolts back out while riding. Trek advises affected riders to stop riding immediately and schedule a free dealer repair to torque bolts to spec—plus eligible customers receive $20 store credit.\nRad Power Bikes Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Protection (Possible Sale Incoming)\nRad says it filed Chapter 11 as part of a process to complete a sale within the next 45–60 days while continuing normal operations. We break down what that means, why it may (or may not) signal a buyer, and what we’re hoping to see for Rad owners moving forward.\nSkarper Conversion Kits Offered on Sonder Gravel Bikes\nSkarper’s click-on motor + battery kit is being offered on select Sonder Camino gravel builds—giving riders the ability to go electric when needed and switch back to analog for a lighter bike.\nLas Vegas Motorcycle Safety Program Adding E-Bike & Scooter Training\nA new safety program is launching to address rising e-bike/e-scooter incidents...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/q7GQ6yx_heaZ8i1kYiryNdi2tlCYjNBATnpyd94bBPw/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8zNDQz/ODg3MTg5ZmMxZjMy/NDZhN2I3Y2RmNzVj/ZDUwNi5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}