eBike news and items of interest

biknut · May 10, 2015

I think that Wave eBike, and especially the Strom, and others coming are going to go a long way toward making eBikes go main stream.

wheelbender6 · May 18, 2015

Williams is working on a Sodium-Ion battery pack. It is more affordable because it is derived from salts that are far more common than lithium salts. They should prove less flammable than lithium as well. It looks very promising.
http://www.gizmag.com/williams-demonstrates-sodium-ion-powered-proof-of-concept-e-bike/37537/

wheelbender6 · May 24, 2015

I was switching channels this morning, looking for coverage of the Monaco Grand Prix. Instead, I happened upon a Formula E race from Berlin. The e-car racing was very close, with a lot of passing. There seemed to be more parity than in Formula 1 and fewer mechanical failures. There was no shortage of big name sponsors like Virgin and Renault.
-Pit stops are different. They swap the whole car, rather than just tires and batteries. -Watching the Formula E race made me more optimistic about the furture of e-bikes and e-vehicles in general. More info at the link.
http://www.theengineer.co.uk/in-dep...side-the-formula-e-racing-car/1017296.article

Semaj · May 31, 2015

quite interesting indeed!No doubt Advances in battery technology and what have ye will come from this.

wheelbender6 · May 31, 2015

I have been trying to squeeze more life out of my SLA batteries until we get that price break on LiPo batteries. I've been pedaling a lot.

wheelbender6 · Jun 6, 2015

Saw this e-scoot on e-bay that resembles a Pierspeed Madacc. It also has pedals, like other e-scoots. I was thinking that the pedal set could be beefed up by the owner since it is easy to reach. For now, you have to drive to BC and pick them up.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/FOLDABLE-El...933?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item2a51c59225

wheelbender6 · Jun 19, 2015

You have probably heard of the emergency parachute systems that will safely deliver your small aircraft back to earth. One company now plans to install "emergency electric engines" in small aircraft that can provide additional power or emergency power if the gas engine quits. I didn't see that coming. More info at the link.
http://www.gizmag.com/emergency-electric-engine-uc3m-aircraft/37958/

biknut · Jun 20, 2015

wheelbender6 said:
You have probably heard of the emergency parachute systems that will safely deliver your small aircraft back to earth. One company now plans to install "emergency electric engines" in small aircraft that can provide additional power or emergency power if the gas engine quits. I didn't see that coming. More info at the link.
http://www.gizmag.com/emergency-electric-engine-uc3m-aircraft/37958/

Soon they won't even be needing the gas motor.

wheelbender6 · Jun 20, 2015

Funny you should mention that, Biknut. The E-Fan trainers will be offered for sale soon. They look a lot cooler than a Cessna 150. More chatter at the link.
http://www.gizmag.com/airbus-e-fan-2-paris-air-show-2015/38068/

wheelbender6 · Aug 22, 2015

An Ichibike employee built this 24" e-muscle-bike. I want to build one and add a rear derailleur and stick shift. Note the battery bag under the banana seat.
http://www.ratrodbikes.com/?p=1035

kevyleven007 · Aug 28, 2015

This looks pretty awesome but man, too high dollar for me https://nyxbikes.com/ that em3ev frame is the cheapest but still oouch. Guess I'm just going to have to get a cheap crap wall mart bike if I want full suspension. bummer

Lungcookie · Aug 29, 2015

kevyleven007 said:
This looks pretty awesome but man, too high dollar for me https://nyxbikes.com/ that em3ev frame is the cheapest but still oouch. Guess I'm just going to have to get a cheap crap wall mart bike if I want full suspension. bummer

K007
How about this, upgrade as you can.

Mild
http://www.walmart.com/ip/26-Men-s-Genesis-V2100-Mountain-Bike-Blue/42732939

Wild
https://endless-sphere.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=6&t=62159&hilit=Genesis+V2100

Its all up to you.

kevyleven007 · Aug 29, 2015

You know what? I was just looking at that bike not even 3 mins ago. I've been thinking about getting one for several years now.

kevyleven007 · Sep 6, 2015

60mph! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nqli365qynk the kraken https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j0qaKzvO9qo

wheelbender6 · Sep 30, 2015

Looks like Honda is pretty close to releasing the EV-Cub. Not bad looking.
http://www.visordown.com/motorcycle-news-new-bikes/hondas-two-cub-concepts/28234.html

Intrepid Wheelwoman · Oct 1, 2015

Kool! - I wouldn't mind one of those

biknut · Oct 2, 2015

It has a nice look about it.

wheelbender6 · Oct 3, 2015

Here is a new, simple to install e-friction kit. Only 250w, but we know how to fix that. Still pricey - $1500 with lipo batteries. More pics, video and info at the link. Sorry. IMG links will not appear here.
http://www.gizmag.com/conodrive-electric-bicycle-drive/39256/

kevyleven007 · Oct 3, 2015

What a ripoff. cant see paying more than 500 for it

biknut · Oct 4, 2015

French unveil 'world first' hydrogen-powered electric bike emitting only pure water

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/wor...d-electric-bike-emitting-only-pure-water.html

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