Originally Posted by
hbok@mac.com
I got my e-bike mostly because I have to lecture in front of a bunch of people (200 or so) as soon as I get to work, and I would rather not do this while horribly sweaty. But it also helps with rides I'd love to take, but that have big big hills between me and the ride.
I have to sit at a desk as soon as I get to work, but I don't like to be horribly sweaty either. My solution? Change clothes when I get to work.
I do this even if the temperature is perfect because I am not comfortable riding in work clothes.
What happens if the e-bike battery gets too low or the motor otherwise malfunctions? I understand you can still pedal it as normal, but how bad is that on an 50lb bike? (what do they weigh?)