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What is an electric assist bike, or e-bike and is it for you?
You have probably read about electric-assist bicycles, commonly known as e-bikes. With many improvements, the past couple of years, this type of bicycle has grown in popularity around the world. So what exactly is a pedal-assist bicycle? Simply by pedaling, instead of using a twist or thumb throttle, you activate the motor to help turn…
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Choosing an electric bike for your style of bicycle riding
You have probably heard about electric bikes and the improvements that have been made in the last couple of years. If you are curious. before checking them out here are some questions that should be asked before purchasing one of them.
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Selecting the right type of electric bike motor for your style if riding
Electric bike motors have technologically come a long way in the last few years and can typically be located in three different locations on an e-bike. The first two locations use a hub motor that can be found on either the front or rear wheel of the bike. In recent years the center mount motors, in…
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Maximizing the range your electric bike can travel per charge
The distance an electric bike will go on a battery charge is called range. This is an important specification to pay attention to when comparing e-bikes with your desired riding style. For example, if your commute involves steep climbs, you don’t want to run the battery low halfway up the hill. Without power, an e-bike…
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Through the seasons nature calls riding along the trails in Coon Rapids
Similar to the early 1800s when Coon Rapids was a stopping point on the Oxen Trail from the Red River Valley to St. Paul, hospitality is still key. d. Today Coon Rapids and its neighboring Twin City Gateway communities, offer those passing through a place to stay and play throughout the year.
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Have fun, stay healthy with 30 Days of Biking in April
What started eleven years ago to help more people stay active, the “30 Days of Biking” campaign has grown in popularity. Now, as the drive moves forward with its heart-healthy values, it’s the right of passage to warmer weather riding ahead. Giving those who participate the right to brag or at least the stamina to…
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Bike Pic Jan 22, yeah its Friday, ready for the Stillwater Fat Tire Rally?
Yeah its Friday, consider the Stillwater Fat Tire Rally
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Border Bike Ride makes it easy to explore towns in Iowa and Minnesota
The Border Bike Ride allows all levels of cyclists the opportunity to ride on two trails, with several communities along the way. The fun begins in Riceville, in northeast Iowa, at the trailhead and welcome center of the Waspi-Great Western Line (WGWL) Trail on Saturday, August 22nd. With many Border Bike Ride route options, recreational…
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The New Brighton 10-mile bike loop ties history with nature
A historical connection to railroads and livestock from its early years, today New Brighton offers cyclists a mixture of nature and other attractions along the 10-mile bike loop. Or add additional adventure with trail connections that will take you throughout the Twin Cities Gateway. With all the attractions, points of interest and trail routes, like…
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Fall colors are still prime in southern Minnesota this weekend
As the leaves continue to lose their color or drop them throughout the northern half of the state, many southern sections of Minnesota are just peaking or still in their prime. To find a perfect fall colored adventure this weekend check the Minnesota Fall Color Website.