New research commissioned by British Cycling has shown the rising popularity of off-road e-bikes and electric mountain bikes. Focusing on current and future trends, the study undertaken by Edinburgh Napier University looked at the opportunities and challenges presented by the growth of the e-MTB market over recent years, and has …
Read More »Cannondale launches new e-MTB, the Trail Neo 1
Cannondale has launched an all-new e-MTB, the Trail Neo 1. The new Trail Neo 1 is powered by Bosch’s new Smart System, featuring a 750 Wh battery, a Performance Line CX motor, an LED remote as well as a Kiox 300 display. The bike will go up to 175 kilometres …
Read More »Outdoor centre in Wales launches e-MTB courses for beginners and experienced ridersÂ
An outdoor centre in the north of Wales has launched new e-MTB courses, following the rise in popularity of electric bikes. Plas y Brenin in Snowdonia is offering rides led by experienced instructor James Bruton, catered for both beginner and experienced riders who want to explore the stunning mountain bike …
Read More »Canyon unveils new Spectral:ON e-MTB
Canyon has unveiled the new Spectral:ON, the “ultimate e-MTB all-rounder for all those who can’t possibly have enough fun”. It features an increase in range thanks to new Canyon-engineered 720Wh and 900Wh batteries, a total weight of 21.8kg (Spectral:ON CFR, 720Wh battery, medium), 155mm of travel in the rear and …
Read More »PINND launches at EWS with CS2 pedal
PINND is now shipping its first component, the CS2 flat mountain bike pedal, made in Scotland. The brand attended the EWS at Innerleithen from 1st-4th October to showcase its first product to the intended market of enduro e-MTB/MTB riders. With a long history of precision engineering in aerospace and medical, …
Read More »Yeti Cycles enters e-MTB market with 160E
Yeti Cycles has released its first e-MTB, the 160E, featuring its new Sixfinity suspension platform. “We felt there was an opportunity to create an e-MTB that was built for racing,” said Chris Conroy, Yeti Cycles’ CEO. “All of our efforts coalesced around the simple goal of making the bike faster …
Read More »Bafang introduces new drive systems for e-city and e-MTB at Eurobike
Bafang is introducing a range of new products at this year’s Eurobike, with drive systems optimised for the e-city and e-MTB segments on display. Several partner brands are represented at the company’s 150m² booth, covering the e-MTB, e-city and e-cargo ranges. In total, 22 Bafang staff are in attendance at …
Read More »Thok’s new MIG-R debuting at Eurobike
Thok E-Bikes is presenting its new MIG-R at Eurobike 2021. The latest addition to Thok’s all-mountain range will join the MIG 2.0 and the MIG 2.0 630 Wh. The new e-MTB features a Shimano EP8 motor and 630 Wh battery, a Fox Rhythm 36 fork with 150 mm travel, 3-level …
Read More »The rise of MTB
Rebecca Morley examines the UK mountain bike market and what’s behind the rise in popularity
Read More »Raleigh donates e-bikes and e-cargo bikes to National Trust for trial
Raleigh has donated £42,000 worth of e-bikes and e-cargo bikes to National Trust properties, as the charity looks to reduce its reliance on traditional vehicles and reach carbon net-zero by 2030. E-bikes will be trialled by staff at 11 properties, including estates such as Tyntesfield in North Somerset, Saltram in …
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