{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The Weekly Recharge from Electric Bike Report","title":"Florida’s 10 MPH E-Bike Rule… Too Far or Fair? + 1100 Orgs Want More Biking Infrastructure TWR Ep 70","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/7b326860\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3188,"description":"This week on The Weekly Recharge, we break down a proposed Florida e-bike bill that could require riders to slow to 10 mph on shared-use paths — plus the creation of a statewide task force to better understand e-bike crashes.\nWe also cover:\n• 1,100+ national organizations urging Congress to protect walking and biking infrastructure funding\n• Trek’s all-new Charter+ premium commuter e-bike powered by Bosch\n• Velotric Discover 3 vs Discover 2 — what’s actually different?\n• Discover 3 vs Nomad 2X hill performance comparison\n• Questions about folding bikes with travel cases\n• BMX-style handlebars on folding and utility e-bikes\n🚲 Florida E-Bike Bill (SB 382 / HB 243)\nThe proposal would require riders to slow to 10 mph within 50 feet of pedestrians and give an audible signal before passing. We discuss whether this is reasonable safety clarification or unnecessary overreach.\n🏛 National Bike Infrastructure Funding\nA coalition including PeopleForBikes, League of American Bicyclists, Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, and more is urging Congress to maintain funding for multi-use trails and safe bikeways.\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⚡ Trek Charter+ Launch\nTwo premium comfort commuter models (4S & 5S) featuring:\n• Bosch Performance Line Sport motor (28 mph assist)\n• 540Wh or 800Wh battery options\n• Belt-drive + auto-shifting internal hub (5S)\n• Suspension fork and seatpost\n• MIK HD cargo rack\n🔎 Velotric Discover 3 vs Discover 2\nWe answer your questions about:\n• Battery size differences\n• Suspension upgrades\n• Hill climb performance\n• OTA updates\n• Whether it’s worth upgrading\n🌄 E-Bike Trail System of the Week\nVirginia Capital Trail — 52 miles of paved riding between Jamestown and...","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}