Why Are Some E-Bikes So Heavy? Folding Gravel Options & Dual-Suspension Picks - TWR Ep 50

Gear tested, trails explored, and your biggest questions—answered.In this episode we review a budget-friendly Tiibo insulated bottle (flow rate, cage fit, dishwasher test), preview new bikes we’re testing, spotlight Harbor Springs, MI (coastal paths, road loops, and lift-served MTB), and dig into viewer Q&A on gravel-capable folders, trikes for shorter riders, step-thru vs high-step frame feel, throttle testing, dual-suspension alternatives, and more. Plus: fresh deals you can actually use.🔧 Gear & ReviewsTiibo Insulated Bottle – 17/23 oz, 304 stainless, high-flow vented nozzle, cage-compatiblehttps://ebrdeals.com/TiiboCyclingBottlesNew/Recent Reviews – Retrospec Roo Rev XL: https://electricbikereport.com/retrospec-roo-rev-xl-review/EVELO Atlas: https://electricbikereport.com/evelo-atlas-review/StoreYourBoard G-System: https://electricbikereport.com/store-your-board-freestanding-g-bike-review/We also have the Biomega BER & AIMA Santa Monica in for testing.🗺️ Trail System Spotlight: Harbor Springs, MichiganLittle Traverse Wheelway - https://www.traillink.com/trail/little-traverse-wheelway/Susan’s Creek Nature Preserve - https://www.komoot.com/smarttour/e940324303/susans-creek-nature-preserve-lake-michigan-harbor-springsHighlands Bike Park - https://www.highlandsharborsprings.com/activities/bike#question_9d96ab9a-8330-4979-b2fd-ef7ae6ecc9f2💬 Q&A Highlights“Are folding e-bikes OK on gravel?” Setup tips, tires, cockpit height, and ready-to-roll picks“Trike for 5'1” on cobbles?” Fat tires vs suspension, step-over needs, and safer speed targets“Why are some commuters 60+ lbs—and better options?” Weight breakdowns and lighter comparablesThrottle tests: When gearing matters (mid-drives) vs when it doesn’t (hub motors)“Dual-suspension alternatives to compact folders?” Comfort setups & range results across models“Step-thru vs high-step frame flex?” Real-world ride feel on sturdy folders🛒 Deals of the WeekAventon Clearance: Aventure 2, Pace 500.3, Level 2https://ebrdeals.com/AventonPromosMokwheel Clearance: Basalt & Obsidian power-station bikeshttps://ebrdeals.com/MokwheelPromosVolt Centauri II: Mid-drive commuter with auto 3-speedhttps://ebrdeals.com/VvoltCentauriIIBikes Discussed in this Episode: Trek Checkpoint+ SL - https://ebrdeals.com/TrekCheckpointPlusSLVelotric Fold 1 Plus - https://ebrdeals.com/VelotricFold1PlusLectric XP4 750 -  https://ebrdeals.com/LectricXP4-750Lectric XP Trike2 - https://ebrdeals.com/LectricXPTrike2Rad Power Bikes RadTrike - http://www.ebrdeals.com/ebrRP-Rad-TrikeScott Silence eRIDE EVO Speed - https://ebrdeals.com/ScottSilenceSpecialized Turbo Vado SL 2 6.0 EQ Carbon - https://ebrdeals.com/SpecializedTurboVadoSL6Trek FX+ 7S - https://ebrdeals.com/TrekFXPlus7SHeybike Ranger 3.0 Pro - https://ebrdeals.com/HeybikeRanger3Heybike Mars 3.0 - https://ebrdeals.com/HeybikeMars3Aventon Abound SR - https://ebrdeals.com/Report-Aventon-Abound-SRAventon Sinch 2.5 - https://ebrdeals.com/AventonSinch2-5Ride1Up Portola - https://ebrdeals.com/ebrRide1UP-PortolaRad Power Bikes RadExpand 5 Plus - https://ebrdeals.com/ebrRad-RadExpandPlusLectric ONE - https://ebrdeals.com/ebrLectricONEVelotric Nomad 1 Plus - https://ebrdeals.com/VelotricNomad1PlusEmail 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_BikeReport#ebikes #ebike #podcast #podcastshow #ebikenews #cycling #ebikedeals00:00 - Intro00:34 - News Of The Week00:41 - New Trek E-Bikes!02:59 - Leaks of the possible new Rivian E-Bike!05:00 - New Bike Helmet Technology09:26 - Gear Highlight11:50 - Currently Testing & Recent Reviews15:20 - E-Bike Trail Systems18:45 - Questions & Comments19:05 - Is the Velotric Fold 1 good for gravel?21:54 - Trike recommendation for Sheila26:05 - Why is the Scott Silence eRide so heavy?31:35 - How do we approach gearing while hill testing?35:05 - E-Bike recommendation for lorneserpa588840:06 - Do we feel any frame flex on the new Lectric XP 4?42:48 - Deals Of The Week44:54 - Rider Highlight47:18 - Wrap Up