I like cycling, but at 58, I'm past all that pedalling up hill shit. Do you have an electric bike? I just want to cycle on the flat and glide downhill but sod the uphill stuff. If you do have one, what model is it and do you recommend it or is it a bit of a novelty thing that ends up gathering rust in the shed?
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Do you have an electric bike?
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Blue Maverick
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I’ll get the popcorn whilst the replies come that you’re a red light jumping, pavement riding twat and just get in a car!
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So; you want the "easy" (relative term) bit to cycling, but not the hard part? I await the hard core cyclists showing up on here!
Oh Christ, no.So; you want the "easy" (relative term) bit to cycling, but not the hard part? I await the hard core cyclists showing up on here!
I keep getting in a car. Bores me silly.I’ll get the popcorn whilst the replies come that you’re a red light jumping, pavement riding twat and just get in a car!
Barcon
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You'll still look a twat.
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I've had one for a few years. In my 70's now and living in a hilly area. I use my own leg power for 90% of my journeys but the power assist (6 levels) means I can get up hills I would either struggle or simply not be able to tackle. Also when going through the town I can boost speed to avoid creating to much an antagonism. My bike also has a "moped" switch so, when totally knackered, the bike will take me home.
Good e-bikes cost "2K-£3K, I bought a "normal" commuter bike for £500 then bought a conversion kit for another £500. Cost me £100 to have it fitted. The wiring is a little untidy but that doesn't bother me.
I ride for about 1-2 hours three or 4 times a week. Keeps me fit without risking a heart attack.
Only down side are a select few pathetic motorists whose paranoia often put your life at risk.
Good e-bikes cost "2K-£3K, I bought a "normal" commuter bike for £500 then bought a conversion kit for another £500. Cost me £100 to have it fitted. The wiring is a little untidy but that doesn't bother me.
I ride for about 1-2 hours three or 4 times a week. Keeps me fit without risking a heart attack.
Only down side are a select few pathetic motorists whose paranoia often put your life at risk.
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No but I’ve got electric legs!
I wouldn't go that far.No but I’ve got electric legs!
Do you need a license? Sounds like it if there's a moped option.I've had one for a few years. In my 70's now and living in a hilly area. I use my own leg power for 90% of my journeys but the power assist (6 levels) means I can get up hills I would either struggle or simply not be able to tackle. Also when going through the town I can boost speed to avoid creating to much an antagonism. My bike also has a "moped" switch so, when totally knackered, the bike will take me home.
Good e-bikes cost "2K-£3K, I bought a "normal" commuter bike for £500 then bought a conversion kit for another £500. Cost me £100 to have it fitted. The wiring is a little untidy but that doesn't bother me.
I ride for about 1-2 hours three or 4 times a week. Keeps me fit without risking a heart attack.
Only down side are a select few pathetic motorists whose paranoia often put your life at risk.