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10 Great Long-Distance Cycle Routes in Europe

10 Great Long-Distance Cycle Routes in Europe

For a one-week first cycle tour, I’d recommend flying to Linz then catching the train over the German border to Passau, a beautiful city where the rivers Inn, Danube and Ils meet. Rent bikes from Matthias Drasch at Fahrrad-Klinikand pedal off along traffic-free paths beside the Danube.

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BMW and Shanghai University Design Elevated Highways for E-Bikes

BMW and Shanghai University Design Elevated Highways for E-Bikes

The concept is part of the Munich-based carmaker’s Number One > Next strategy, which is more about floating ideas than it is about definite building projects. In this case, the concept is for highways that would be used for electric-powered cycles or e-bikes.

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E-Bikes Get You Just as Fit as Non-Electrics

E-Bikes Get You Just as Fit as Non-Electrics

Two years ago, we heard about a study which indicated that even though e-bikes require less rider effort to travel at a given speed, they're still a decent source of exercise. Now, a new study suggests that they're just as good as regular bikes at improving fitness – at least when it comes to overweight riders.

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New 25% Import Tariff Imposed On Electric Bicycles, Motorcycles, and Scooters

New 25% Import Tariff Imposed On Electric Bicycles, Motorcycles, and Scooters

On August 23, 2018 209 products including electric bikes will be subject to a 25% import tariff. Most of our vendors have preordered additional inventory prior to this date in anticipation of this price increase. Some vendors however, have not fully restocked their inventory and are now subject to the 25% fee increase.

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E-Biking In The Backcountry

E-Biking In The Backcountry

The era of the E-bike is here. Companies are coming out with viable, mountain bikes with electric motors and gearing that is sufficient for mountain trails. Yep, thats right, sufficient for mountains. With the combination of gearing and power, electric bikes are a feasible option for front and backcountry use (not wilderness).

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