We live in Colorado and we run hot. Over the past few summers we’ve thrown a frankly embarrassing amount of money at the problem: cooling shirts, quick-dry shorts, eucalyptus sheets, desktop swamp coolers, a portable AC, water-cooled bed systems — and, most recently, a ductless mini split for the office. It’s the long-game answer to …
We bought and tested 31 e-bikes and ran the numbers on our own ratings. Spending more didn’t get us a better bike: the price-to-rating correlation was -0.16. Original 2026 data.
We tested two Ride1Up e-bikes — the Core 5 (8.5/10) and Cafe Cruiser (7.5/10). Our honest brand-level verdict: who Ride1Up is for, who should skip it, and how it stacks up against Rad Power and Aventon.
The sub-$1,500 e-bike market has exploded. Some are legitimate values. Others are cheap junk with motors attached. Here are 5 that actually deliver at this price point.
Looking for the best electric bike between Velotric and Rad Power? We’ve tested both brands extensively on Colorado trails and city streets. Here’s our honest breakdown of which e-bike wins for different riders.
Two premium e-bike brands going head-to-head. We’ve ridden 64+ electric bikes—here’s how these two stack up for comfort, performance, and value.
Two brands offering incredible value, but which one gives you more bang for your buck? We’ve tested both extensively—here’s the honest breakdown.
TL;DR — We tested 7 cargo e-bikes and the RadWagon 5 ($2,199) is our top pick for most families — it’s half the price of premium alternatives with an unmatched accessory ecosystem. Budget riders should look at the Lectric XPedition ($1,399), which hauls 450 lbs. If you want better range and a torque sensor, the …
TL;DR — The Kugoo G4 hits 43 MPH, handles dirt trails and steep hills without flinching, and costs $899 — for that price, nothing else comes close. We rode it in every mode and took it off-road, and it held up on all three. Speed junkies looking for serious performance under $1,000: this is the …
