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EPISODE · Aug 3, 2025 · 45 MIN

Aventon's Update Adds Sensor Switch , New Velotric Triker, & Amflow Launch! TWR Ep 42

from The Weekly Recharge from Electric Bike Report · host Electric Bike Report

We just hit 100,000 subscribers, and we’re celebrating with one of our biggest episodes yet! This week’s roundup features brand-new e-bike launches, firmware updates, trail spotlights, and most importantly — your top viewer questions answered.🧠 Q&A Highlights – You Asked, We Answered:❓ What's the best budget fat tire e-bike under $2K?❓ Do you need 4" tires to ride through the woods?❓ Are foldable 20" e-bikes best for seniors?❓ Which lightweight city e-bike can actually climb hills on throttle only?❓ Why don’t more commuter bikes in the U.S. have chain guards?❓ Are e-bikes good for weight loss and fitness, or should you stick to acoustic bikes?👀 We dive into real viewer comments from our videos on the Ride1Up Roadster V3, Specialized Turbo Levo, Velotric Discover 2, Puckipuppy Labrador Pro, and more.🚲 New Bike Launches + Industry Updates:- Velotric Trike – 750W motor, 90Nm torque, beginner-friendly speed modes, and patriotic color options- Amflow PL Carbon Pro US Launch – Just 45 lbs, 800Wh battery, 120Nm torque, and elite components- Aventon Firmware Update – Adds Cruise Control, Sensor Switching, and Hold Mode to ACU bikes- DT Swiss Carbon Wheel Recall – Stop-use notice issued (check your model!)🧰 Gear Previews & Deals:- StoreYourBoard MaxAssist Bike Hoist + G-Bike Rackhttps://storeyourboard.com/products/heavy-duty-bike-hoisthttps://storeyourboard.com/products/teal-triangle-freestanding-g-bike lDeals:Scott: https://ebrdeals.com/ScottSilenceTern: https://ebrdeals.com/ebrTernOrox 🌲 Trail Feature of the Week:Paseo del Bosque Trail – 16-mile Rio Grande greenway in Albuquerque, NM. Beautiful, flat, and e-bike friendly!https://www.cabq.gov/parksandrecreation/open-space/lands/paseo-del-bosque-trail🙌 Rider of the Week Shoutouts:Gary Clark, Triaxe MMB, Ric Levine, E-Biker Ronnie, Patricia Dellow, Karl Fonner, Jali Rancher, Roadtripbuddy, our top commenters!📌 Helpful Links:🔗 Amflow PL Carbon Pro Full Review: https://electricbikereport.com/amflow-pl-carbon-pro-review/ 🔗 Best Fat Tire E-Bikes Under $2K – https://electricbikereport.com/best-fat-tire-electric-bikes/🔗 Best E-Bikes for Seniors – https://electricbikereport.com/best-electric-bikes-for-seniors/Bikes Discussed in this Episode: https://ebrdeals.com/VelotricTrikerhttps://ebrdeals.com/AmflowPLCarbonProhttps://www.aventon.com/blogs/aventon_bikes/ota-updateshttps://electricbikereport.com/best-city-and-urban-electric-bikes/https://electricbikereport.com/best-electric-bikes-for-seniors/https://electricbikereport.com/best-fat-tire-electric-bikes/https://electricbikereport.com/best-commuter-electric-bikes/https://electricbikereport.com/velotric-nomad-2x-review/https://electricbikereport.com/velotric-discover-2-review/ https://electricbikereport.com/trek-fx-plus-1s-review/ Thanks to everyone who helped us reach 100K — we’re just getting started! 🙏💯#ebikenews #electricbike #amflow #velotric #aventon #budgetebike #eBikeQuestions #emtb #foldingebike #fatbike #seniorsonbikes #100ksubscribers00:00 - Intro00:39 - News Of The Week04:26 - New Velotric Triker05:50 - DT Swiss Recall06:46 - The New Amflow PL Carbon/Pro 08:27 - New Aventon Firmware Update10:24 - Gear Highlight13:03 - Currently Testing & Recent Reviews15:26 - E-Bike Trail Systems20:11 - Questions & Comments20:25 - City E-Bike that can throttle up our hill test?24:15 - Can you do "real exercise" on an E-Bike?27:55 - What about foldables with 20" tires for seniors?31:37 - Best fat tire E-Bike under $2k?34:48 - Why are so few US E-Bike brands using chain guards?39:02 - Are 4" wide tires necessary for riding through the woods?42:17 - Deals Of The Week43:57 - Rider Highlight45:14 - Wrap Up

We just hit 100,000 subscribers, and we’re celebrating with one of our biggest episodes yet! This week’s roundup features brand-new e-bike launches, firmware updates, trail spotlights, and most importantly — your top viewer questions answered.🧠 Q&A Highlights – You Asked, We Answered:❓ What's the best budget fat tire e-bike under $2K?❓ Do you need 4" tires to ride through the woods?❓ Are foldable 20" e-bikes best for seniors?❓ Which lightweight city e-bike can actually climb hills on throttle only?❓ Why don’t more commuter bikes in the U.S. have chain guards?❓ Are e-bikes good for weight loss and fitness, or should you stick to acoustic bikes?👀 We dive into real viewer comments from our videos on the Ride1Up Roadster V3, Specialized Turbo Levo, Velotric Discover 2, Puckipuppy Labrador Pro, and more.🚲 New Bike Launches + Industry Updates:- Velotric Trike – 750W motor, 90Nm torque, beginner-friendly speed modes, and patriotic color options- Amflow PL Carbon Pro US Launch – Just 45 lbs, 800Wh battery, 120Nm torque, and elite components- Aventon Firmware Update – Adds Cruise Control, Sensor Switching, and Hold Mode to ACU bikes- DT Swiss Carbon Wheel Recall – Stop-use notice issued (check your model!)🧰 Gear Previews & Deals:- StoreYourBoard MaxAssist Bike Hoist + G-Bike Rackhttps://storeyourboard.com/products/heavy-duty-bike-hoisthttps://storeyourboard.com/products/teal-triangle-freestanding-g-bike lDeals:Scott: https://ebrdeals.com/ScottSilenceTern: https://ebrdeals.com/ebrTernOrox 🌲 Trail Feature of the Week:Paseo del Bosque Trail – 16-mile Rio Grande greenway in Albuquerque, NM. Beautiful, flat, and e-bike friendly!https://www.cabq.gov/parksandrecreation/open-space/lands/paseo-del-bosque-trail🙌 Rider of the Week Shoutouts:Gary Clark, Triaxe MMB, Ric Levine, E-Biker Ronnie, Patricia Dellow, Karl Fonner, Jali Rancher, Roadtripbuddy, our top commenters!📌 Helpful Links:🔗 Amflow PL Carbon Pro Full Review: https://electricbikereport.com/amflow-pl-carbon-pro-review/ 🔗 Best Fat Tire E-Bikes Under $2K – https://electricbikereport.com/best-fat-tire-electric-bikes/🔗 Best E-Bikes for Seniors – https://electricbikereport.com/best-electric-bikes-for-seniors/Bikes Discussed in this Episode: https://ebrdeals.com/VelotricTrikerhttps://ebrdeals.com/AmflowPLCarbonProhttps://www.aventon.com/blogs/aventon_bikes/ota-updateshttps://electricbikereport.com/best-city-and-urban-electric-bikes/https://electricbikereport.com/best-electric-bikes-for-seniors/https://electricbikereport.com/best-fat-tire-electric-bikes/https://electricbikereport.com/best-commuter-electric-bikes/https://electricbikereport.com/velotric-nomad-2x-review/https://electricbikereport.com/velotric-discover-2-review/ https://electricbikereport.com/trek-fx-plus-1s-review/ Thanks to everyone who helped us reach 100K — we’re just getting started! 🙏💯#ebikenews #electricbike #amflow #velotric #aventon #budgetebike #eBikeQuestions #emtb #foldingebike #fatbike #seniorsonbikes #100ksubscribers00:00 - Intro00:39 - News Of The Week04:26 - New Velotric Triker05:50 - DT Swiss Recall06:46 - The New Amflow PL Carbon/Pro 08:27 - New Aventon Firmware Update10:24 - Gear Highlight13:03 - Currently Testing & Recent Reviews15:26 - E-Bike Trail Systems20:11 - Questions & Comments20:25 - City E-Bike that can throttle up our hill test?24:15 - Can you do "real exercise" on an E-Bike?27:55 - What about foldables with 20" tires for seniors?31:37 - Best fat tire E-Bike under $2k?34:48 - Why are so few US E-Bike brands using chain guards?39:02 - Are 4" wide tires necessary for riding through the woods?42:17 - Deals Of The Week43:57 - Rider Highlight45:14 - Wrap Up

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