this post was submitted on 19 Aug 2025
5 points (85.7% liked)

E-Bikes

104 readers
1 users here now

founded 2 years ago
MODERATORS
 

I'm in the market to replace my car with an ebike, if only temporarily. However the trends on popular ebikes are, in my opinion, really awful. Here's what I'm looking for, in order of priority, maybe you can help me:

  • No apps. I have no interest in fancy features and don't want my bicycle locked behind some fly-by-night company's server.
  • Serviceable. Must have standard-sized components.
  • 750w power. I'm a relatively fit (I ride MTB regularly) but also big guy (~260lbs) and there are several large and steep hills right outside my door that I have to ride to go absolutely anywhere.
  • Narrow tires. I don't understand the fad where every ebike must have fat tires. These lower efficiency/range and just look goofy as hell in my opinion.
  • No suspension. In my opinion, for road-ish bikes, suspension is unnecessary, and adds multiple maintenance/failure points.
  • Tall tires. These are going to do a whole lot more for ride comfort than fat tires. Standard 700c wheels are preferred.
  • Good-looking. I suppose this is subjective but something that looks similar to a normal road/gravel bike.
  • Cost-effective. I have zero loyalty to any particular brand. Since it's replacing my car, it's fine if it's expensive, but it shouldn't be exorbitantly so.

If I can't find one, I suppose I'll have to build my own...

you are viewing a single comment's thread
view the rest of the comments
[–] Ulrich@feddit.org 2 points 6 months ago

As for when fat tires are useful, think snow or muddy roads.

I mean sure, but how many people are doing that? Certainly not the seemingly 90% of people who are buying fat tire bikes.