Category: Products
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Tips on charging your electric bike to maximize the batteries life
Having a fully charged battery is essential to an electric bike. The most expensive components are the battery and the motor. Today, most ready-to-go e-bikes use a lithium-ion battery pack, and the size of the bike’s battery makes a difference in the price you will pay.
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A very tasty outdoor adventure breakfast option
Throughout the year, Naked Oats has become a tasty outdoor adventure breakfast option for me. As an active outdoor travel writer and editor, after a few hours on the trail, I like to stop and take a break with something nutritious like oatmeal. After trying many brands, Naked Oats is very delicious and gives me…
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With these tips, wood ticks won’t haunt your next outdoor adventure
Unless you enter the annual Woodtick Races in Cuyuna, MN, on June 8th, these bloodthirsty wood ticks are annoying and could be hazardous to your health. Especially if you are biking or hiking on trails through the woods or in tall grass. Always take note as you enjoy your outdoor adventures. These little critters, especially…
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Making a bicycling experience safer with a handlebar blinker light system
At HaveFunBiking, we have shared blinker systems embedded in bicycle helmets and rear-mounted signaling lights. Now, for those with flat bicycle or scooter handlebars, the WingLights might be worth checking out. This inexpensive directional light system (a perfect stocking stuffer) is easy to mount on each end of the handlebars. Then, when turning, tap the…
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Making yourself heard with a bicycle bell, vs voice command
With summer riding opportunities here, it may be time to look for a new bicycle bell for added safety. Personally, I prefer using a bell when approaching slower cyclists and people walking on the trail, just ahead of me. Rather than using my voice alone, with a tone that may vary. I find a bell…
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Save Save Save… Get a new e-bike at clearance prices
With the closing of PowerBikes.com, here in the Twin Cities, here is your chance to get a new e-bike at a near-wholesale price. The inventory listed below is being auctioned off. Along with a huge selection of bike accessories, e-bike certified helmets, locks, bags, cell phone mounts, bags, and every imaginable bike part & tool.…
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Bike gear closeouts and new products reviews
As the e-transportation industry continues to develop, we occasionally list bicycle inventory closeouts that you will find here next to our product review items. So please bookmark this page and check back often as we refresh this page with new items and deals to enjoy that next adventure. New product reviews on items for…
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New products for that next outdoor adventure
As tree buds appear along the forested trails, finally shedding their winter coat, here is a list of new products we thought you might find interesting for that next outdoor adventure. New products for lovers of bikes. Over my 25 years in the cycling industry, I have found that the excitement of a new bike…