This week on The Weekly Recharge, we’re celebrating Episode 100!

In this special episode, we look back at the history of The Weekly Recharge, share some bloopers, mix up the trivia format, and announce a bigger-than-usual Rider of the Week giveaway with five viewers getting free Electric Bike Report T-shirts based on comments from this episode.

We also cover this week’s biggest e-bike news, including Specialized founder Mike Sinyard returning as CEO, Bosch reporting that riders using its smart system have covered an estimated 62 million miles in the U.S. since 2023, and Mondraker issuing a recall for select carbon handlebars.

Bosch’s milestone points to a bigger trend we love seeing: more riders using e-bikes not just for recreation, but for commuting, errands, school runs, trail rides, and replacing short car trips.

Later in the episode, we feature Rider of the Week, a special 100th episode trivia showdown, bloopers from past episodes, POC electrochromatic sunglasses, the Tanglefoot Trail in Mississippi, and viewer Q&A covering e-bike range, folding e-bikes for tall riders, and commuter recommendations under $2,200.

We also highlight a few current e-bike and gear deals from Ride1Up, Club Ride, and AIMA.

Thank you for watching, commenting, sharing, and helping us reach 100 episodes of The Weekly Recharge. Let us know in the comments how long you’ve been watching, what e-bike you ride, and what topics you want us to cover next.

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Deal Links:
Ride1Up’s Labor Day Savings - https://ebrdeals.com/Ride1UpPromos
Club Ride Apparel - https://ebrdeals.com/ClubRidePromos
AIMA Sale - https://www.aimatech.us/collections/e-bike

Accessories / Gear:
Povec C1 Electrochromatic Sunglasses - https://www.povecoptics.com/products/povec-c1-sunglasses

Recent Reviews:

E-Bike Trail System of the Week:
Tanglefoot Trail, Mississippi - https://tanglefoottrail.com/trail-towns-info/about-the-tanglefoot/

Bikes Discussed in this Episode: 
Velotric Fold 1 Plus - https://electricbikereport.com/velotric-fold-1-plus-review/
Brompton Electric C Line - https://electricbikereport.com/brompton-electric-c-line-review/
Lectric XP4 750 - https://electricbikereport.com/lectric-xp-4-750-review/
Velotric Discover 3 - https://electricbikereport.com/velotric-discover-3-review/
Aventon Level 4 REC - https://electricbikereport.com/aventon-level-4-rec-review/
Ride1Up Vorsa - https://electricbikereport.com/ride1up-vorsa-review/
Ride1Up Vorsa Lite - https://electricbikereport.com/ride1up-vorsa-lite-review/

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00:00 - Intro
00:32 - Upway
01:32 - News Of The Week02:58 - A Look Back On The Weekly Recharge
04:10 - Specialized Has A New? CEO
05:33 - Bosch Estimates 62 million E-Bike Miles!
09:20 - Mondraker issues a recall
11:34 - Rider Highlight
12:54 - Trivia Time!
30:52 - Bloopers Compilation!
32:59 - Gear Highlight
35:47 - E-Bike Trail Systems
42:10 - Questions & Comments
42:15 - Does Eco mode easy pedal saves battery?
44:15 - Folding E-Bike recommendation for barood3
50:57 - E-Bike Recommendation for DmgOvaTime
01:00:26 - Deals Of The Week
01:03:49 - Wrap Up

This week on The Weekly Recharge, we’re talking about Illinois’ new rules for high-powered e-motos, Rad Power Bikes’ owner launching a crowdfunding campaign, Trek’s new Europe-only Allant+ FS, and whether e-bike tracking features can actually help recover a stolen bike.

Illinois is drawing a clearer line between legal Class 1, 2, and 3 e-bikes and faster, more powerful e-moto-style devices. The new law does not affect legal e-bikes that fit within the three-class system, but devices outside those limits may now need registration and motorcycle-level compliance.

We also cover Rad Life Mobility’s crowdfunding campaign and what it could mean for Rad Power Bikes, QuietKat, and Serial 1 after Life EV acquired Rad earlier this year.

Plus, Trek has revealed the 2027 Allant+ FS for the European market, with Bosch mid-drive power, full suspension, 800Wh batteries, MIK racks, four-piston brakes, and two build options.

Later in the episode, we answer viewer questions about stolen e-bike recovery and location tracking, compare the Lectric XP4 750 and Jasion Hunter Pro for city riding, look at eMTB options under $3,000, and break down the Velotric Nomad 2 vs Monarch Tracer for RV travel, comfort, and value.

We also feature Rider of the Week, e-bike trivia, Drift Sports’ Mina SPD-compatible shoe, updates on recent Electric Bike Report reviews, the Nantucket bike path network, and this week’s best e-bike deals.

Let us know in the comments: do you think Illinois handled the e-bike vs e-moto issue the right way?

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Deal Links:
Velotric ‘s Labor Day Sale (through September 7th) -  https://ebrdeals.com/VelotricPromos

JackRabbit’s Labor Day Sale ($250 the JackRabbit OG2) - https://ebrdeals.com/JackRabbitPromos

Specialized’s Sale - https://ebrdeals.com/SpecializedPromos

Lectric’s Labor Day Sale - https://ebrdeals.com/LectricPromos

Accessories / Gear:
Drift Sports Minna Cycling Shoes - https://drift-sports.com/products/minna-noir-black

Recent Reviews:
Monarc Marker Full Review - https://electricbikereport.com/monarc-marker-review/
AIMA Key West 2 - https://electricbikereport.com/aima-key-west2-review/

E-Bike Trail System of the Week:
Nantucket Island, CT - https://www.traillink.com/trail/nantucket-multi-use-paths/

Bikes Discussed in this Episode: 
Lectric XP4 750 - https://electricbikereport.com/lectric-xp-4-750-review/
Jasion Hunter Pro - https://electricbikereport.com/jasion-hunter-pro-review/
Aventon Ramblas ADV - https://electricbikereport.com/aventon-ramblas-review/
Ride1Up TrailRush - https://electricbikereport.com/ride1up-trailrush-review/
Trek Marlin+ 6 - https://www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/bikes/mountain-bikes/electric-mountain-bikes/marlin/c/B358/
Velotric Nomad 2 - https://electricbikereport.com/velotric-nomad-2-review/
Monarc Tracer - https://electricbikereport.com/monarc-tracer-review/

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00:00 - Intro
00:28 - Upway
01:30 - News Of The Week
01:45 - Illinois Draws a Hard Line for eMotos
05:45 - Rad Life Mobility's new Regulation Campaign
08:50 - New Trek E-Bike!
12:15 - Eurobike goes Back to Summer Window
13:54 - Rider Highlight
16:12 - Trivia Time!28:04 - Gear Highlight
30:06 - Currently Testing & Recent Reviews
32:08 - E-Bike Trail Systems
38:29 - Questions & Comments
38:35 - Lectric XP4 750 or Jasion Hunter Pro?
42:50 - Some thoughts on E-bike's Safety Measures 
47:55 - E-Bike Recommendation for Sonny
55:17 - Velotric Nomad 2 vs Monarc Tracer
01:03:33 - Deals Of The Week
01:06:50 - Wrap Up

This week on The Weekly Recharge, we're talking about Bafang's new high-power eMTB mid-drive motors and how they stack up on paper against Avinox.

Bafang's new M510RS and M560RS motors are aimed at performance and extreme eMTBs, with big torque numbers, high peak wattage, integrated terrain sensing, Sport+ mode, Boost-to-Limit, Hill Hold, and faster response compared to the brand's older mid-drives.

We also cover Comodule's e-bike theft prevention tech, including reports that up to 90% of attempted thefts in one connected-bike case study were either prevented or recovered after riders received movement alerts.

Plus, Trek has launched the new District+ lineup in Europe, Orange County is hosting an e-bike and e-moto buyback event, and we take a closer look at the Snoqualmie Valley Trail in Washington.

Later in the episode, we answer viewer questions about the Ride1Up Portola 2, Urtopia Carbon Atom app compatibility, commuter e-bike recommendations under $2,000, and one of the biggest folding e-bike comparisons right now: Ride1Up Portola 2 vs Lectric XP4.

We also cover current reviews, bikes in testing, gear, deals from Upway, Aventon, JackRabbit, and Retrospec, and our Rider of the Week.

Let us know in the comments: do you think Bafang's new motors can compete with Avinox?

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Deal Links:
Reserve Your Demo Time at Upway NYC - https://calendly.com/upway-helpdesk/upway-nyc-demo-weekends
Aventon's Labor Day Sale - $200 off many models - https://ebrdeals.com/AventonPromos
JackRabbit's Labor Day Sale - $250 off one model - https://ebrdeals.com/JackRabbitPromos
Retrospec's Summer Blowout Sale - $200-600 off many models - https://ebrdeals.com/RetrospecPromos

Accessories / Gear:
Po Campo Vernon MIK Bike Trunk Bag - https://www.pocampo.com/products/katy-bike-trunk-bag

Recent Reviews:
Puckipuppy Poodle - https://electricbikereport.com/puckipuppy-poodle-review/
Pedal Electric AWD S - https://electricbikereport.com/pedal-awd-s-review/

E-Bike Trail System of the Week:
Snoqualmie Valley Trail, Washington - https://www.traillink.com/trail/snoqualmie-valley-trail/

Bikes Discussed in this Episode:
Ride1Up Portola 02 - https://electricbikereport.com/ride1up-portola-02-review/
Lectric XP4 750 - https://electricbikereport.com/lectric-xp-4-750-review/
Urtopia Carbon Atom - https://electricbikereport.com/urtopia-carbon-atom-review/
Aventon Level 4 REC - https://electricbikereport.com/aventon-level-4-rec-review/
Tenways AGO X - https://electricbikereport.com/tenways-ago-x-review/
Velotric Tempo - https://electricbikereport.com/velotric-tempo-review/

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00:00 - Intro
00:30 - Upway
00:32 - News Of The Week
01:46 - New Bafang Motors
06:20 - News Regarding Anti-Theft Technology 
10:25 - New Trek E-Bike!
13:53 - New E-Bike Buy Back Event
19:41 - Rider Highlight
21:19 - Trivia Time!
33:43 - Gear Highlight
36:11 - Currently Testing & Recent Reviews
38:53 - E-Bike Trail Systems
47:27 - Questions & Comments
47:35 - Is the Portola 1 "dated"?
52:15 - Why does the Urtopia Carbon Atom does not support the app?
55:34 - E-Bike Recommendation for Raymond
01:07:16 - Ride1Up Portola 02 vs Lectric XP4 750
01:21:01 - Deals Of The Week
01:23:36 - Wrap Up

This week on The Weekly Recharge, we’re talking about the major fallout from New Jersey’s new e-bike laws, where some bike shops are reporting e-bike sales drops as high as 90%.

We break down what the new registration, insurance, and licensing requirements mean for riders, dealers, rentals, and the broader e-bike industry — and why clearer regulation separating legal e-bikes from high-speed e-motos matters.

We also cover the Rivian spin-off ALSO beginning shipments of its first TM-B e-bikes, along with the company’s new $150 million funding round and its bigger plans for small electric vehicles and autonomous delivery platforms.

Plus, we discuss Accell Group’s bankruptcy, new e-bike models from Cube, our Rider of the Week, the return of e-bike trivia, recent Electric Bike Report reviews, the Mineral Belt Trail in Leadville, Colorado, viewer questions, and this week’s best e-bike deals.

Let us know in the comments: do you think New Jersey’s new e-bike law went too far?

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Deal Links:
Velotric GoMad - https://ebrdeals.com/Velotric-Gomad
Lectric XPedition2 Dual-Battery - https://ebrdeals.com/LectricXPedition2
Heybike - https://ebrdeals.com/HeyBikePromos
Mokwheel - https://ebrdeals.com/MokwheelPromos

Recent Reviews:
Ride1Up Portola 02 - https://electricbikereport.com/ride1up-portola-02-review/
Puckipuppy Poodle - https://electricbikereport.com/puckipuppy-poodle-review/
Pedal Electric All Wheel Drive S - https://electricbikereport.com/pedal-awd-s-review/

E-Bike Trail System of the Week:
Mineral Belt Trail, Leadville Colorado - https://www.traillink.com/trail/mineral-belt-trail/

Bikes Discussed in this Episode: 
ALSO TM-B - https://ridealso.com/products/tm-b-performance
Cube Editor & Supreme - https://www.cube.eu/e-bikes/trekking/city
Specialized Turbo Vado 3 X - https://electricbikereport.com/specialized-turbo-vado-3x-review/
Specialized Turbo Vado 3 EVO - https://ebrdeals.com/SpecializedTurboVadoSL6
Aventon Level 4 REC - https://electricbikereport.com/aventon-level-4-rec-review/
Velotric Discover 3 - https://electricbikereport.com/velotric-discover-3-review/
Monarc Tracer - https://electricbikereport.com/monarc-tracer-review/

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00:00 - Intro
00:31 - News Of The Week
01:25 - News about the recent New Jersey e-bike laws
07:45 - ALSO announces new Series D financing
13:00 - Raleigh's parent company declared bankrupt
16:50 - New Cube e-bikes!
20:46 - Rider Highlight
23:25 - Trivia Time!
33:54 - Currently Testing & Recent Reviews
34:59 - E-Bike Trail Systems
41:28 - Questions & Comments
41:35 - Why do we call "SUV Bikes" like that?
46:20 - Why didn't we do the Brake Test on the Turbo Vado 3x 5.0?
49:45 - Why don't we compare bikes when doing individual reviews?
56:38 - Specialized Turbo Vado 3x 4.0 vs 3 EVO 5.0
01:02:36 - Deals Of The Week
01:05:49 - Wrap Up
01:06:14 - Bloopers!

This week on The Weekly Recharge, we're covering several major e-bike stories, including New York City's latest crackdown on illegal e-mobility devices, new e-bike law proposals, and why e-bike batteries may soon get more expensive.

We also look at Trek's 50th anniversary and how far e-bikes have come since the early ElecTrek, plus the North American release of Urban Arrow's new Breeze longtail cargo e-bike.

Later in the episode, we highlight the 354 Latemar Ronda trail system in Italy, talk through recent Electric Bike Report reviews, and answer viewer questions about the Tern HSD vs Lectric XPedition, Juiced Scrambler HT dual-battery range, and the Monarc Marker vs Ride1Up Vorsa FT.

Plus, we cover this week's e-bike deals from Specialized, Mokwheel, and Velotric, and feature our Rider of the Week.

Let us know in the comments: what do you think about New York City's approach to illegal e-bikes and e-mobility devices?

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Deal Links:
Specialized's End of Season Offers - https://ebrdeals.com/SpecializedPromos
Mokwheel's Sale - https://ebrdeals.com/MokwheelPromos

Recent Reviews:
Best Commuter E-Bikes - https://electricbikereport.com/best-commuter-electric-bikes/
Canyon Precede:ON Comfort 7 - https://electricbikereport.com/canyon-precede-on-comfort-7-review/
Tern HSD P10E - https://electricbikereport.com/tern-hsd-p10e-review/
Specialized Turbo Vado 3X - https://electricbikereport.com/specialized-turbo-vado-3x-review/

E-Bike Trail System of the Week:
354 LATEMAR RONDA, Italy - https://eggental.com/en/activity/354-latemar-ronda_5467

Bikes Discussed in this Episode:
Juiced Scrambler HT - https://ebrdeals.com/juiced-scrambler-ht
Lectric XPedition2 - https://ebrdeals.com/LectricXPedition2
Ozark Trail Rebel+ - https://www.walmart.com/ip/E-BIKE/17340814785
Monarc Marker - https://ebrdeals.com/monarc-marker
Ride1Up Vorsa FT - https://ebrdeals.com/ride1up-vorsa-st

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00:00 - Intro
00:25 - News Of The Week
01:02 - NYC Warns Online Retailers
05:35 - Trek Turns 50
07:23 - E-Bike Batteries Might Get More Expensive
10:05 - New Review to E-Bikes and E-Scooters Launched
13:50 - New Urban Arrow Breeze
17:03 - Rider Highlight
18:35 - Currently Testing & Recent Reviews
21:02 - E-Bike Trail Systems
28:01 - Questions & Comments
28:08 - Lectric Xpedition 2 or Tern HSD p10e?
34:30 - How's the range on the new Juiced Scrambler Dual Battery?
36:30 - Monarc Marker vs Ride1Up Vorsa FT
51:24 - Deals Of The Week
54:42 - Wrap Up

This week on The Weekly Recharge, we cover Lectric's huge milestone: more than $1 billion in e-bike sales and 750,000 e-bikes sold.

We also discuss the Velotric Summit 2 and whether its versatility, tech, customization, security features, and component upgrades help justify its price compared to other hub-drive e-bikes and mid-drive options like the Ride1Up TrailRush.

Plus, we look at new e-bikes from Scott, Mondraker, and Kona, including Scott's Bosch-powered Sweep city bikes, Mondraker's second-generation Dusty e-gravel bike, and Kona's new El Kahuna SUV-style trekking e-bike.

Later in the episode, we break down the key differences between rear hub motors and mid-drive motors, including ride feel, hill climbing, shifting, maintenance, cost, efficiency, and which setup might make more sense for different riders.

We also highlight British Columbia as a dream bike trip destination, with stops in Vancouver and Whistler, talk about recent reviews and testing, share deals from Aventon and Tenways, and feature this week's Rider of the Week.

Let us know in the comments: do you prefer rear hub motors or mid-drives?

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Deal Links:
Aventon's Sale - https://ebrdeals.com/AventonPromos
Tenways Cool Savings - https://ebrdeals.com/TenwaysPromos

Recent Videos:
Best Electric Bikes 2026 - https://electricbikereport.com/best-electric-bikes/

E-Bike Trail System of the Week:
Seaside Greenway, Vancouver, BC - https://www.letsgobiking.net/intermediate/10-seaside-four-routes/
Whistler, BC - https://www.whistler.com/blog/post/whistler-mountain-bike-park-beginner/

Bikes Discussed in this Episode:
Scott Sweep - https://www.scott-sports.com/us/en/sweep#sweep-product-list
Mondraker Dusty - https://mondraker.com/us/en/dusty-tq-all-round
Kona El Kahuna - https://konaworld.com/products/el-kahuna-37
Velotric Summit 2 - https://electricbikereport.com/velotric-summit-2-review/
Velotric Nomad 2 - https://electricbikereport.com/velotric-nomad-2-review/
Velotric Discover 3 - https://electricbikereport.com/velotric-discover-3-review/
Ride1Up TrailRush - https://electricbikereport.com/ride1up-trailrush-review/
Giant Talon E+ -
Specialized Turbo Levo 4 Alloy - https://electricbikereport.com/specialized-turbo-levo-alloy-review/
Trek Marlin+ 6 - https://www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/bikes/mountain-bikes/electric-mountain-bikes/marlin/f/F358/marlin+-6/41009/5294456

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00:00 - Intro
00:26 - News Of The Week
00:47 - New Scott Sweep!
03:00 - New Mondraker Dusty!
05:37 - Lectric hits two big milestones!
09:03 - New Kona El Kahuna!
12:05 - Rider Highlight
13:38 - Currently Testing & Recent Reviews
14:40 - E-Bike Trail Systems
19:58 - Questions & Comments
20:05 - Is the Velotric Summit 2 too expensive? 
27:55 - Is Avinox really pushing for e-bike accessibility? 
33:12 - Hub Motors vs Mid-Drive Motors
44:22 - Deals Of The Week
46:02 - Wrap Up

This week on The Weekly Recharge, we cover Pedego’s new Ridge Rider 2 and Latch 2 e-bikes, the latest bike and e-bike tariff update, and Trek’s decision to limit its eMTBs to 20 MPH while encouraging the rest of the industry to do the same.

We also compare the Monarc Tracer and Velotric Discover 3, discuss Aventon Level 4 vs Pace 5 for hilly commutes, highlight Victoria, British Columbia as an e-bike-friendly riding destination, and run through the latest deals of the week.

Let us know in the comments: should all eMTBs be limited to 20 MPH to protect trail access?

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America Builds Bikes Website - https://americabuildsbikes.org/

Deal Links:
Heybike’s Back to School Early Deals - https://ebrdeals.com/HeyBikePromos
Lectric’s Christmas in July Sale - https://ebrdeals.com/LectricPromos

Recent Reviews:
Best Commuter E-Bikes - https://electricbikereport.com/best-commuter-electric-bikes/
Troxus Trax Whim IQ - https://electricbikereport.com/troxus-trax-whim-iq-review/

E-Bike Trail System of the Week:
City of Victoria, BC, Canada - https://www.victoria.ca/getting-around/walking-riding-rolling/cycling-network

Bikes Discussed in this Episode: 
Pedego Latch 2 / Ridge Rider 2 - https://pedegoelectricbikes.com/collections/gen2-bikes
Aventon Level 4 REC - https://electricbikereport.com/aventon-level-4-rec-review/
Aventon Pace 5 REC - https://electricbikereport.com/aventon-pace-5-rec-review/
Trek Borrego+ - https://www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/bikes/hybrid-bikes/electric-hybrid-bikes/borrego/f/F468/borrego+-s/77036/5347807
Monarc Tracer - https://electricbikereport.com/monarc-tracer-review/
Velotric Discover 3 - https://electricbikereport.com/velotric-discover-3-review/
Best Cruiser E-Bikes - https://electricbikereport.com/best-beach-cruiser-electric-bikes/

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00:00 - Intro
00:37 - News Of The Week
01:20 - New Pedego E-Bikes!
04:20 - News About Tariffs
08:27 - Trek Calls for Adoption of E-Bike Speed Limit Standards
13:20 - People for Bikes Launches Initiative
19:54 - Currently Testing & Recent Reviews
21:03 - E-Bike Trail Systems
33:28 - Questions & Comments
34:05 - Trek Borrego vs Aventon Level 4 Rec
39:46 - Aventon Level 4 Rec vs Aventon Pace 5 Rec
44:30 - Monarc Tracer vs Velotric Discover 3
55:50 - Are Cruiser E-Bikes too heavy?
59:29 - Deals Of The Week
01:02:14 - Rider Highlight
01:04:21 - Wrap Up

This week on The Weekly Recharge, we dig into a full Monarc Tracer vs Lectric XPress2 comparison to help answer one big question: which e-bike is the better value?

We compare price, range, hill climbing, braking, components, ride feel, tech, batteries, long-term value, and which bike makes more sense for different types of riders.

We also cover Trek’s new Borrego+ fat tire e-bike, Specialized’s ultralight Turbo Levo R, Hawaii’s new e-moto laws, USDOT bike safety updates, the Allegheny Highlands Trail, current deals from Trek and Specialized, and more.

Let us know in the comments: would you choose the lower-priced Lectric XPress2 or spend more for the Monarc Tracer?

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Add Your Voice to the Call for the USDOT to Explain Why it No Longer Recommends Bike Lanes and Other Safety Measures -  https://action.bikeleague.org/page/100481/action/1

Deal Links:
Trek's Sale - https://ebrdeals.com/TrekPromos
Specialized's Sale - https://ebrdeals.com/SpecializedPromos

Recent Reviews:
Best Cruiser-Style Electric Bikes - https://electricbikereport.com/best-beach-cruiser-electric-bikes/

E-Bike Trail System of the Week:
Allegheny Highlands Trail - https://www.traillink.com/trail-maps/allegheny-highlands-trail/

Bikes Discussed in this Episode:
Trek Borrego+ - https://www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/bikes/hybrid-bikes/electric-hybrid-bikes/borrego/f/F468/borrego+/77034/5347798/
Specialized Turbo Vado Levo R Ultralight - https://www.specialized.com/us/en/s-works-turbo-levo-r-ultralight/p/4298375?color=5478134-4298375
Velotric Discover M - https://electricbikereport.com/velotric-discover-m-review/
Velotric GoMad - https://electricbikereport.com/velotric-gomad-review/
Monarc Tracer - https://electricbikereport.com/monarc-tracer-review/
Lectric XPress2 - https://electricbikereport.com/lectric-xpress2-review/
Heybike Mars 3.0 - https://electricbikereport.com/heybike-mars-3-review/
Euphree Stellar Falcon 2 - https://electricbikereport.com/euphree-stellar-falcon-2-review/

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00:00 - Intro
00:30 - News Of The Week
01:28 - New Trek Fat-Tire Bike!
04:33 - New Specialized E-MTB!
06:33 - USDOT Removes Safety Measures From Website
09:36 - Hawaii passes new E-Bike law
11:58 - Currently Testing & Recent Reviews
13:22 - E-Bike Trail Systems
18:13 - Questions & Comments
18:20 - Will the motor on the Velotric M be reliable?
22:00 - Monarc Tracer vs Lectric Xpress 2
37:15 - Some thoughts on e-bike's weight capacities 
39:19 - Is the Marker a better value bike than the Xpress 2?
44:50 - John made a mistake last week talking about the Heybike Mars! 
48:46 - Deals Of The Week
50:30 - Rider Highlight
51:52 - Wrap Up
52:30 - Bloopers!

This week on The Weekly Recharge, we’re covering a packed lineup of new e-bike news, new bikes in testing, viewer questions, trail recommendations, and deals.

Volkswagen-branded e-bikes are now available for preorder through N Plus, with two new models called the Sport and Crossover. Both bikes include Yamaha mid-drive motors, integrated lighting, Apple Find My compatibility, security features, optional range extenders, and some seriously high-tech extras like rear radar, a rear-facing camera, smart helmet compatibility, and smart glasses with a heads-up display.

We also take a look at the new Tern HSD Gen 3, a midsize longtail cargo e-bike with Bosch Gen 5 motors, vertical storage, room for one passenger, and a wide rider fit range from 4’11” to 6’9”.

Plus, the CPSC is moving toward electronic certification filing for imported e-bikes and micromobility devices, which could change how imported products are reviewed for safety compliance.

Specialized also announced new Turbo Vado IG models in Europe, featuring internal gear hubs, Gates belt drives, big batteries, mid-drive motors, and low-maintenance commuter setups.

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In this episode:

⚡ Volkswagen’s new Sport and Crossover e-bikes
🚲 Ford Mustang and Bronco e-bikes arrive for testing
📦 Tern HSD Gen 3 cargo e-bike news
🛡 CPSC import safety filing updates
🔧 Specialized Turbo Vado internal gear hub models
🌲 Mountain Goat Trail in Tennessee
🏹 Best folding e-bikes for hunting
💬 Viewer questions on the Monarch Tracer, Urtopia Carbon Atom, and JackRabbit MG Cargo
💰 Mokwheel summer sale deals
👕 Rider of the Week

We also discuss new reviews on the Macfox X7, GoTrax F3, and Mooncool TK2, plus answer viewer questions about folding hunting e-bikes, second batteries, cargo practicality, and whether JackRabbit’s MG Cargo should really be considered an e-bike.

Let us know in the comments: would you ride a Volkswagen or Ford-branded e-bike?

Deal Links:
Mokwheel’s Summer Sale - https://ebrdeals.com/MokwheelPromos
Our picks for the Best Electric Bikes - https://electricbikereport.com/best-electric-bikes/

Recent Reviews:
Macfox X7 - https://electricbikereport.com/macfox-x7-review/
GOTRAX F3 - https://electricbikereport.com/gotrax-f3-review/

E-Bike Trail System of the Week:
Mountain Goat Trail, TN - https://www.traillink.com/trail/mountain-goat-trail/

Bikes Discussed in this Episode: 
Volkswagen Sport/Crossover - https://smart-bike.net/en-us
Tern HSD Gen 3 - https://www.ternbicycles.com/us/bikes/hsd
Heybike Mars 3.0 - https://electricbikereport.com/heybike-mars-3-review/
Lectric XP4 750 - https://electricbikereport.com/lectric-xp-4-750-review/
Velotric Fold 1 Plus - https://electricbikereport.com/velotric-fold-1-plus-review/
Jasion Hunter Pro - https://electricbikereport.com/jasion-hunter-pro-review/
Monarc Tracer - https://electricbikereport.com/monarc-tracer-review/
AIMA Santa Monica - https://electricbikereport.com/aima-santa-monica-review/
Urtopia Carbon Atom - https://electricbikereport.com/urtopia-carbon-atom-review/
JackRabbit MG Cargo - https://electricbikereport.com/jackrabbit-mg-cargo-review/

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00:00 - Intro
00:24 - News Of The Week
00:30 - New Volkswagen E-bikes!
03:45 - New Tern E-Bike!
06:40 - CPSC Introduces program for importers
09:08 - New Specialized E-Bikes!
11:29 - Currently Testing & Recent Reviews
13:00 - E-Bike Trail Systems
17:58 - Questions & Comments
18:05 - Folding E-Bikes for hunting?
22:57 - Monarc Tracer or AIMA Santa Monica?
27:00 - Is there no rack available for the Urtopia Carbon Atom?
28:46 - Is the JackRabbit MG Cargo actually useful for hauling cargo?31:05 - Why are we reviewing something that's not an E-bike?
33:30 - Deals Of The Week
35:39 - Rider Highlight
37:16 - Wrap Up
37:45 - Bloopers!

This week on The Weekly Recharge, we’re covering a packed lineup of e-bike news, including Amflow’s new TL Carbon SUV-style touring e-bike, a CPSC stop-ride warning for certain RideStar models, a lawsuit over fake UL certification claims, and a deeper look at whether regenerative braking on e-bikes is actually worthwhile.

Amflow and Avinox are back with the TL Carbon, a full-suspension SUV-style touring e-bike built for commuting, trekking, long-distance touring, and light trail riding. It features a carbon fiber frame, Fox suspension, the Avinox M2 mid-drive motor, traction control, multiple battery options, and a claimed range of up to 169 miles with a range extender.

We also discuss Amazon and UL winning a lawsuit against companies accused of falsely claiming UL certification on e-bikes and e-scooters, plus the CPSC’s stop-ride notice for certain RideStar Q20 and Q20 Lite e-bikes due to reported safety concerns.

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In this episode:

⚡ Amflow TL Carbon SUV-style touring e-bike
🔋 Up to 1,280Wh of battery capacity and claimed 169-mile range
🚲 Avinox M2 mid-drive motor with up to 125Nm of torque
🛑 CPSC stop-ride warning for RideStar Q20 and Q20 Lite
⚠️ Amazon and UL lawsuit over false certification claims
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 A wild French cargo e-bike built to carry up to four kids
👟 Drift Arc cycling shoes
🌳 MKT Nature and Fitness Trail in Columbia, Missouri
💬 Viewer questions on Priority Skyline, regenerative braking, e-bike laws, and online comments
💰 Deals from Ride1Up and Euphree
🏆 Rider of the Week

We also explain how regenerative braking works, how much range it can realistically add, and whether it is a useful feature or just a gimmick.

Let us know what you think: would you rather have a long-range SUV-style touring e-bike like the Amflow TL Carbon, or are compact cargo options more useful for everyday riding?

Deal Links:
Ride1Up’s Upgrade Your Summer Sale - https://ebrdeals.com/Ride1UpPromos
AIMA’s sale - https://www.aimatech.us/collections/e-bike

Accessories / Gear:
Drift Cycling Sneakers - https://drift-sports.com/products/arc-ceder

Recent Reviews:
JackRabbit MG Cargo - https://electricbikereport.com/jackrabbit-mg-cargo-review/
Kingbull Literider 2.0 - https://electricbikereport.com/kingbull-literider2-review/
Euphree Stellar Falcon 2 - https://electricbikereport.com/euphree-stellar-falcon-review/

E-Bike Trail System of the Week:
E-Bike Trail Systems
MKT Nature and Fitness Trail, Missouri - https://www.traillink.com/trail/mkt-nature-and-fitness-trail/

Bikes Discussed in this Episode: 
Amflow TL Carbon - https://www.amflowbikes.com/tl-carbon
Galian Formidable - https://galiancycles.com/products/le-formidable
Priority Skyline - https://electricbikereport.com/priority-skyline-review/
ALSO TM-B - https://ridealso.com/products/tm-b
Aventon Pace 5 REC - https://electricbikereport.com/aventon-pace-5-rec-review/
Aventon Level 4 REC - https://electricbikereport.com/aventon-level-4-rec-review/

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00:00 - Intro
00:31 - News Of The Week
00:37 - New Amflow E-Bike!
03:50 - Amazon and UL wins lawsuit
07:06 - CPSC warns about Ridstar E-Bikes!
09:25 - New cargo E-Bike from Galian!
12:46 - Gear Highlight!
14:32 - Currently Testing & Recent Reviews
16:15 - E-Bike Trail Systems
21:14 - Questions & Comments
21:23 - Also TM-B or Priority Skyline for Theresa?
27:00 - How does generative braking work on E-Bikes?
33:00 - Have we ever had legal problems caused by riding e-bikes?
38:34 - Why do we reply to negative comments?
42:28 - Deals Of The Week
44:44 - Rider Highlight
46:33 - Wrap Up
47:17 - Bloopers!