Riding an Electric Bike Makes Those Tough Hills Easy

Electric bikes allow you to pedal uphill without breaking a sweat. An electric bike is an electrically assisted bicycle that helps make riding up hills easier by adding power to the rider's pedal strokes. There is an attached motor in an electric bike to help the rider with extra power on hills or headwinds. The motors can be human-powered, battery-powered, or hybrid models powering both. The first electrical bikes were designed in 1839 by Nicholas-Joseph Cugnot, who was also credited for inventing a bike that ran on steam. Since then, advances have occurred in electric bike technology that has led to the creation of various models and styles suited for various needs.

Most people will see bikes with an armbar that pops out from under the handlebars when you want power assistance running along the ground or across your back wheel. The design of an electric bike varies greatly, but most models have some type of battery and motor system attached. The power for electric bikes comes from a variety of sources: they may be powered by electricity, solar energy, or even stored kinetic energy from braking!

Features of Electric Bikes

The average range for an electric bike is around 20 miles, but it can vary depending on the size of the battery and how much you use the motor. Most e-bikes have a throttle that starts with zero pedal-assist to full power. This means when you start pedaling. There's no assistance until your speed reaches about 18 mph (or just under 13 km/hr). Some models come with sensors that detect effort in pedaling and different torque levels from turning the pedals harder or softer--this allows riders more control over their bikes' acceleration.

What makes these bikes so great? Well, they're not only fun and easy to ride up those long hills without getting tired, but they also help make you healthier. The bikes typically use motors designed around 250-500 watts of output power (but some can be as low as 125 watts) and are capable of traveling at speeds up to 20 mph without any pedal input following throttle activation. The assistive nature of these bikes means riders often don't need years of experience to ride them competently.

Best Electric Bike Models

There are lots of models available on the market today, but some good options include: 

• The Folding Electric Bike - Folding electric bikes feature a 20-inch wheel. This bike is affordable and easy to transport. It has an incredible range of 30 miles in pedal-assist mode and can be ridden up hills without additional assistance. When not in use, the front wheel locks automatically for safety, and there's no risk of snagging cables or clothes on the frame when folding it down.
• Pedego Ridge Rider - It can reach speeds of 20 mph and has a range of up to 50 miles. It generally has a higher price tag at $2000. This bike is perfect for those looking to get a little bit of exercise on their commute. Other features include headlights, brake lights, and turn signals.
• The Ridge Rider - This e-bike offers pedal assistance up to 20 mph with a range of 50 miles, so it won't beat you up too much for your commute while still getting the benefits of riding electric! It features a headlight, taillight/brake light, and signal lights powered by its internal rechargeable battery. Unlike traditional bikes where you would have to pedal the whole time to get anywhere (and then deal with sweaty clothes after coming from work), this bike lets you exert as much or as little energy as desired on each ride.
• Propella 7-Speed (V3.4) - Some of the best electric bike models are the Propella seven-speed (V.34) and the Ridge Rider twenty mph pedal-assist bikes, which offer a range of 50 miles so you can go for longer rides while still using your favorite bicycle's features. One great thing about these top models is that they come with all sorts of different speeds to suit anyone from leisure riders to serious cyclists!

Traditional biking offers more exercise benefits than being on an e-bike, as you will also get sweaty and some decent uphill climbs. Still, it isn't always convenient or practical when getting around town.