Thanks for exploring all the electric assist bikes (e-bikes) in the Eco Experience Building at the Minnesota State Fair. From past events, check out the top 10 questions asked when considering an e-bike. With the latest options in e-transportation available today, thanks to Affinity Plus and HaveFunBiking. Below, find links to two E-bike you can win. Plus, a list of bike shops with their favorite electric assist bicycle they are exhibiting. Also, find their contact information you may want to bookmark and have available when you need an E-bike.
Along with questions on the new Minnesota Electric-Assisted Bicycle Rebate Program, here are the answers to the top ten (10) questions asked:
Top 10 questions asked when selecting an e-bike
With the popularity of e-bikes, many are asking what is the best bike to buy.
1. What does an e-bike cost? Find out here
2. What are the payment options? Find out here
3. Does an e-bike come with a warranty, and how do I insure it? Find out here
4. What are the different types and speeds of an e-bike? Find out here
5. What’s the battery’s range and life before recycling? Find out here
6. What is the weight limit of an e-bike, and what do they weigh? Find out here
7. How do I maintain an e-bike? What if it needs to be repaired? Find out here
8. Can I ride an e-bike in the rain or snow? Find out here
9. How do I keep an e-bike safe and secure? Find out here
10. What else should I do before purchasing an e-bike? Find out here
Have fun on your new e-bike. We would enjoy hearing about your experiences; please e-mail editor at HaveFunBiking.com!
Two chances to win an E-bike
Affinity Plus “Win This E-bike” – register here
HaveFunBiking “Win This E-bike” – register here
Contacts for fun and safe bicycling in Minnesota
Affinity Plus – their website
Bicycle Alliance of Minnesota (BikeMN) – their website
Bicycling News (e-bikes are outpacing e-car sales) their website
Car Free MSP – their website
Cargo Bike Shop – their website
Erik’s Bike Shop – their website
GoCycle – their website
HaveFunBiking.com – their website
HFB “10 tips on buying an e-bike” – weblink
MnDOT Bike Safety – their website
MnDOT Digital Map – their website
MnDNR Park& Trails – their website
Move Minneapolis – their website
Move Minnesota – their website
Pedego Stillwater – their website
Pedego Twin Cities – their website
Perennial Cycle – their website
QBP – their website
Surly – their website
Velosurance – their website
Watt Cycle Works – their website