CPSC Pushes for Stricter Testing, More E-Bike Brand Closures, A Butt Elliptical Saddle? | TWR Ep 30

This was a busy week in the world of e-bikes! In Episode 30, we highlight a bunch of big news stories, including the closure of GasGas and Husqvarna, proposed UL certification requirements by the CPSC, and a Kickstarter campaign for a funky elliptical-like saddle. We dive into some details about three of the biggest new e-bike releases: the Aventon Aventure 3 and the Lectric XP4, which comes in both a 500W and 750W version. Griffin takes us on a tour of a familiar path near his hometown in northern Utah called the Jordan River Parkway Trail System. We also respond to a few questions and comments from our audience, with an in-depth comparison between the Aventure 3 and the Heybike Alpha and a shorter look at the similarities between the Velotric Breeze 1 and Discover 2. We also discuss questions about sizing/fit and visibility features of the Lectric XP4 and share some thoughts on why riders might choose a premium city bike over one that costs significantly less. Deal Links:Ride1Up - https://ebrdeals.com/Ride1UpPromosLectric - https://ebrdeals.com/LectricPromosRad Power Bikes - https://ebrdeals.com/RadPromosAventon - https://ebrdeals.com/AventonPromosAccessories / Gear:Bern Hudson Helmet - https://electricbikereport.com/bern-hudson-bike-helmet-review/ Bern Major Helmet - https://electricbikereport.com/bern-major-bike-helmet-review/ Recent Reviews:Aventon Aventure 3 - https://electricbikereport.com/aventon-aventure-3-review/ Lectric XP4 (500W) - https://electricbikereport.com/lectric-xp4-500-review/ Lectric XP4 (750W) -  https://electricbikereport.com/lectric-xp-4-750-review/ E-Bike Trail System of the Week:The Jordan River Parkway Trail System - https://www.traillink.com/trail/jordan-river-parkway-trail/Other Bikes Discussed in this Episode: Heybike Alpha - https://electricbikereport.com/heybike-alpha-review/ Velotric Discover 2 - https://electricbikereport.com/velotric-discover-2-review/ Velotric Breeze 1 - https://electricbikereport.com/velotric-breeze-review/ Email questions to: [email protected]  (or comment on this video, we love comments)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/electricbikereport/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElectricBikeReportX (Twitter): https://twitter.com/E_BikeReport00:00 - Cool Ebike Finds#podcastshow #podcast #ebikes 00:00 - Intro00:33 - Cool Ebike Finds04:59 - News Of The Week16:46 - Accessories / Gear18:50 - Currently Testing & Recent Reviews22:59 - Ebike Trail Systems27:10 - Questions & Comments27:27 - What's the market for a $4,400 Trek FX+ 7s?32:37 - Velotric Breeze vs Velotric Discover 2?35:01 - Which side is better to lay your e-bike down?36:13 - Would a 5'11" person fit comfortably on a Velotric XP 4?42:14 - Heybike Alpha vs Aventon Aventure 3?51:22 - Deals Of The Week53:41 - Rider Highlight55:21 - Wrap Up