This week on the Weekly Recharge, the e-bike industry saw some major shakeups. Ampler has filed for bankruptcy, United Wheels is shutting down Buzz Bikes and pausing Niner, and we break down what these changes could mean for the future of the industry. But it’s not all bad news — Paragon Machine Works has officially found a buyer, and there are still some exciting developments happening across the bike world.
We also answer a TON of viewer questions this week, including:
⚡ Best e-bikes for exercise with pedal assist
🚲 Cargo bike recommendations for riders with dogs and gear
🏕 Best bikes for dirt trails and adventure riding
🔧 Mid-drive vs hub-drive recommendations
🛞 Thoughts on suspension seatposts and comfort-focused bikes
👨👩👧 Which Juiced Scrambler model is better for passengers?
👕 Merch + Rider of the Week
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Plus:
🌲 Cape Cod Rail Trail spotlight
https://www.traillink.com/trail/cape-cod-rail-trail/
💸 Best e-bike deals of the week
Tenways: https://ebrdeals.com/TenwaysPromos
Heybike: https://ebrdeals.com/heybike-anniversary
🔥 New reviews
https://electricbikereport.com/aventon-pace-5-rec-review/
If you’re shopping for an e-bike, trying to keep up with the industry, or just looking for your next ride destination, this episode has a little bit of everything.
Let us know in the comments:
Do you think the e-bike industry is finally stabilizing… or are more shakeups coming?
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00:00 - Intro
00:33 - News Of The Week
00:47 - Ampler files for bankruptcy
03:23 - United Wheels pauses Niner and Buzz
05:24 - Lycra restructures to emerge from Chapter 11
07:40 - Firsthand Framebuilding buys Paragon Machine Works
11:09 - Currently Testing & Recent Reviews
12:50 - E-Bike Trail Systems
17:06 - Questions & Comments
17:20 - The negatives of the Aventon Pace 5 REC
20:30 - Juiced Scrambler HT or FS?
22:27 - Bike recommendation for a viewer!
28:35 - Helping Nicolina pick a cargo e-bike!
33:03 - Deals Of The Week
35:08 - Rider Highlight
36:43 - Wrap Up
37:20 - Bloopers!