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Tips for your first ebike ride
I met a couple who just purchased their first ebikes. Both were in their early 60s and were looking to start their biking journey with a fresh pair of class 2s. They saw me with my cargo ebike and asked for some tips for their test ride. They were especially curious about tips for riding potentially busy bike trails. Here’s what I told them:
- Use the throttle. Your ebike has pedal assist, but the best way to get the bike moving is to give it a little throttle as you take off. The...
1st Round of Samples
The Joys of a Spring Ride - Wild Abandon (A contemplation)
I have long periods of feeling trapped and imprisoned. The longest season of confinement is called January and February. I could also name it COVID.
Essential Wardrobe Pieces for Your Winter Commute
Ok, when I talk about winter, I'm talking about temperatures that range from 30-65 degrees. In Virginia, we get some quirky weather, and with climate change, I expect quirky to be the norm. We often will have cold rain, but very little snow. If there is snow, I'm not riding in it because we Virginians can't even walk in slush, so I would love to hear from some of you from different climates about your essentials. Without further ado...
Ear-muff headband
It may be because of my ample bone structure, but my resonance spaces of my...