Bicycles
Human-powered transport just keeps on getting more efficient and more versatile. Read on for the latest news on two-wheels.
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The world's lightest folding ebike? Not quite, but it's much cheaper
May 07, 2024ADO has launched an Indiegogo campaign for what's billed as the lightest carbon folding ebike – at 12.5 kg. That's not the lightest with the Hummingbird Flax ($6250) and Electric ($5,625) both weighing 10.3 kg and the $7995 Yikebike Model C weighing in at 11.4 kg. The ADO Air Carbon is MUCH cheaper though. -
Plug-and-play bike wearables clip everyday shoes into clipless pedals
May 01, 2024Clipless bike shoes are great for cycling but not much else. ClipClap lets everyday cyclists remove those clipless cleats ASAP. Its wearable adapters strap around everyday shoes, clip in during the ride, and immediately stow away after. -
Fat-tire folding ebike gives budget adventurers the power to explore
May 01, 2024Engwe has rolled out a fat-tire folding adventure ebike with full suspension that can be hauled to the foot of the hills in the SUV's trunk, before unfolding and tapping into the Engine Pro 2.0's 1,200 watts of peak motor grunt. -
Affordable lightweight city ebike goes all in on carbon
April 30, 2024Carbon-framed ebikes can cost a pretty penny, but the latest lightweight city model from Fiido currently comes in at well under $2k, has the stealthy look of a regular bike and boasts a low-maintenance Gates carbon belt drive. -
17-lb titanium Firefly MiniVelo bike globetrots in a Rimowa suitcase
April 24, 2024If you had piles of cash to spend on a custom-made packable bike, what kind would you get? Well, Malaysian horologist Ming Thein got a titanium number that can be taken apart to fit inside his own Rimowa suitcase – it's called the Firefly MiniVelo. -
Trek's CarBack bike radar gives next-level warnings on what's behind you
April 23, 2024If you're worried about being unexpectedly overtaken by cars while you're cycling, Trek's new CarBack may be just the ticket. It's not the only bicycle radar device on the market, but it is claimed to be the best in several ways. -
Plastic RCYL bike rides the road to sustainability
April 23, 2024Back in 2022, the strange-looking prototype igus:bike rolled into the spotlight boasting an angular frame, funky wheels and even bearings made using recycled plastic. Now the newly-named RCYL bike is riding into production. -
Shimano-powered mountain bike gets "playful and agile" in the wild
April 22, 2024Propain has added a "short-travel ripper for home trails and trail parks" to its eMTB range. The Sresh CF sports a Shimano mid-drive motor offering 600 watts of peak power, a lightweight blended carbon/fabric frame and a SRAM 12-speed drivetrain. -
Lectric's new cargo-ready torque-sensing ebike slides in below $1,000
April 16, 2024After taking care of wild riders with the XPeak fat-tire off-roader, Phoenix-based budget-friendly ebike brand Lectric is now riding into the full-size commuter space with the XPress – which can be had for under a grand. -
Folding ebike motors through the city, throttles to 30 mph on the dirt
April 11, 2024We've seen a number of pedal-assist bikes over the years that ride a fine line between ebike and low-powered moto. The latest from California's Juiced Bikes is an absolute beast, and marks the company's entry into the folding bike space. -
$1499 longtail cargo ebike hauls gear (and pooch) for miles
April 10, 2024Two years after entering the utility ebike space with the T1 Cargo, Fiido has added a longtail model to its gear-hauling family. The T2 ships with a 68-mile UL-certified battery, front squish and chunky fat tires, and offers pedal-assist up to 28 mph. -
180-mile eMTB gives older riders the power to conquer steep hills
April 08, 2024Colorado-based high-performance ebike maker Optibike has launched a Class 1 version of its powerful R17 carbon-framed off-road ebike that's aimed at riders over 50, and is "built for durability and rock-solid handling." -
World's lightest bamboo ebike takes all-in-one approach to commuting
April 02, 2024Romanian e-mobility startup Diodra is laying claim to making the world's lightest ebike with a bamboo frame. The S3 tips the scales at 15 kg and features an all-in-one hub drive that includes motor and battery. -
All-carbon 30-lb Urban Racer commuter ebike is ready to hit city streets
April 01, 2024Ofiito's Urban Racer ebike features a full carbon frame, integrated automatic lighting, and a rear hub motor that can be removed when you just wanna go human-powered. What's more, the whole shebang is claimed to weigh a mere 30.2 lb (13.7 kg). -
Rugged 35-mph carbon ebike charts adventure, day and night
March 26, 2024Heybike has launched an Indiegogo for an adventure ebike that's built around a lightweight carbon-fiber frame, boasts full suspension along with chunky fat tires, can be optioned with a mid-drive or hub-drive motor, and includes a 60-mile battery.
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