As a first ebike, I think it's a good start. The other bike that I thought really hard about at the above $2000 price point was the Townie Go 8i. The townie could still be in my future, but at least I get to try commuting on an ebike this year. My commute to work is about 60 mins, while it takes me about 100 minutes to get home. If I can cut my commute to <120 minute a day I will be happy. We will see, the adventure continues.

What I will say is that bicycling has improved my health over the last few months. My blood sugars are doing a lot better and I have more energy. I love bicycling and haven't owned a car in 14 years. I can ride the bus/rail to work, but I wanted to be more active in my health. I think I've found a utilitarian vehicle that helps me to reach multiple goals of weight loss, improved diabetes management, being more connected with nature and others around me. Thank You for your input.