Electric Bike Radio

Jared and Duane rent a Lime and a Spin electric bike in downtown Tampa--just for fun. Dockless electric bikes are popping up in urban areas all around the country. You rent them with an app on your phone and off you go. The ease of use and quality of ride is suprisingly good! Lime Bikes (https://www.li.me/) Spin Bikes (https://www.spin.app/) Read about how Lime Bikes came to Tampa (https://thatssotampa.com/lime-e-bike-tampa-bay/). More on the history of bike sharing (https://discerningcyclist.com/history-of-bike-sharing-schemes-future-predictions/). Contact us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/ElectricBikeRadio), Twitter (https://twitter.com/EBikeRadio), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/electricbikeradio/), or at EBikeRadio@gmail.com.

Jared and Duane discuss the "Idaho Stop" or the "Delaware Yield" -- traffic laws in some states that allow bicyclists to roll through stop signs and even treat red lights like a stop sign. Be careful -- this is all at your own risk! The Idaho Stop explained (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Idaho_stop). Recent changes in Colorado (https://www.koaa.com/homepage-showcase/the-safety-stop-law-local-biking-community-for-it-while-others-share-concerns#:~:text=COLORADO%20SPRINGS%20%E2%80%94%20%E2%80%9CThe%20Safety%20Stop,light%20as%20a%20stop%20sign.). Advocating a law change in Florida (https://floridacyclinglaw.com/blog/florida-cyclists-yield-stop-signs). Nothing in this podcast is legal advice for anyone! Always know and comply with the laws in your area. Contact us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/ElectricBikeRadio), Twitter (https://twitter.com/EBikeRadio), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/electricbikeradio/), or at EBikeRadio@gmail.com.

Thinking about buying a used e-bike? Duane and Jared give some food for thought on pre-owned electric bikes. Stay tuned to the end for a discussion of our guest appearance at Pedego Palooza and an appeal for help from our locals! Some thoughts on buying a [used bike] from Bicycling Magazine (https://www.bicycling.com/bikes-gear/a20008824/how-to-buy-a-used-bike/) and BikeRadar (https://www.bikeradar.com/features/how-to-buy-a-used-or-second-hand-bike-online/) For our friends in the Tampa Bay area, please consider taking the Pinellas County E-Bike Survey (https://www.opentownhall.com/portals/255/Issue_11723). And pass it along to anyone you know that might use the Pinellas Trail! Thanks again to our friends at Pedego Dunedin (https://pedegoelectricbikes.com/dealers/dunedin/). If you're a Pedego owner and want to catch Pedego Palooza when it comes near you, here's the link. (https://pedegoelectricbikes.com/pedego-palooza/) P.S. - No, Jared's Radwagon is NOT for sale. Jared informs us that the sign on the staged cover pic was shredded immediately after the photo was taken. ;-) Contact us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/ElectricBikeRadio), Twitter (https://twitter.com/EBikeRadio), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/electricbikeradio/), or at EBikeRadio@gmail.com.

Don DiCostanzo (https://www.linkedin.com/in/donaldjdicostanzo/), founder and CEO of Pedego Electric Bikes (https://pedegoelectricbikes.com/) talks about Pedego bikes, the Pedego dealer network, and the Pedego bike community. Whether you have a Pedego or not --- Don has a lot to say about e-biking. Links from the show: The Pedego Boomerang (https://pedegoelectricbikes.com/product/boomerang/) and Pedego Element (https://pedegoelectricbikes.com/product/element/). GUP (https://gupindustries.com/) tire sealant and inflator. Also available as a Pedego branded product in Pedego stores. Pedego Dunedin (https://pedegoelectricbikes.com/dealers/dunedin/) is a great resource for those in the Pinellas County area, and is located right on the Pinellas Trail. Also mentioned in the show was Pedego Summerlin (https://pedegoelectricbikes.com/dealers/summerlin/) in Las Vegas, Nevada. Pedego Palooza (https://pedegoelectricbikes.com/pedego-palooza/) lists upcoming Pedego owner appreciation events. And finally, The Pedego Podcast: Entrepreneur & Love Stories. (https://pedegoelectricbikes.com/pedego-podcast/) Contact us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/ElectricBikeRadio), Twitter (https://twitter.com/EBikeRadio), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/electricbikeradio/), or at EBikeRadio@gmail.com. Special Guest: Don DiCostanzo.

Jared and Duane share the details of their long-term test of a new Electric Bike Co. Model E. EBC Model E Bike (https://electricbikecompany.com/model-e/) You can customize your own Model E (https://electricbikecompany.com/color-customizer/step-1-pick-model/step-2-customize-model-e/) For more about the Electric Bike Co. check out our interview with its founder, Sean Lupton-Smith, in Episode 14: California Dreamin' with the Electric Bike Company (https://www.ebikeradio.com/27). Contact us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/ElectricBikeRadio), Twitter (https://twitter.com/EBikeRadio), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/electricbikeradio/), or at EBikeRadio@gmail.com.

You should probably wear a helmet. Duane and Jared talk about picking a helmet and making it part of your life. Helmet Safety Standards (https://www.helmets.org/standard.htm) Helmet Technology (https://www.consumerreports.org/bike-helmets/best-cycling-helmet-technology-to-help-prevent-concussions-a4015672838/) Jared's Giro Agilis MIPS helmet (https://www.giro.com/p/agilis-mips-road-bike-helmet/100000000300000113.html) Duane's Bontrager Quantum MIPS helmet (https://www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/equipment/bike-accessories/bike-helmets/road-bike-helmets/bontrager-quantum-mips-bike-helmet/p/21848/?colorCode=bluedark_yellow) Julia's Giro Hale MIPS helmet for kids (https://www.giro.com/p/hale-mips-kids-bike-helmet/100000001400000261.html) Contact us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/ElectricBikeRadio), Twitter (https://twitter.com/EBikeRadio), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/electricbikeradio/), or at EBikeRadio@gmail.com.

How do you keep your eBike clean between rides? Duane and Jared talk about what they do and don't do to keep their bikes clean and looking sharp. Meguiar's Quick Detail Spray (https://www.meguiars.com/automotive/products/meguiars-quik-detailer-mist-wipe-a3316-16-oz-spray) White Lightning Clean Streak degreaser (http://www.whitelightningco.com/products/cleaners-and-degreasers/clean-streak) Finish Line 1-STEP Cleaner and Lubricant (http://www.finishlineusa.com/products/chain-lubricants/1-step-cleaner-and-lubricant) Contact us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/ElectricBikeRadio), Twitter (https://twitter.com/EBikeRadio), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/electricbikeradio/), or at EBikeRadio@gmail.com.

How much air pressure should you run in your eBike tires? Jared and Duane talk about the basics (and importance) of proper tire inflation. Here are a few of the tools we use: JoeBlow Sport Floor Pump (current version of Jared's old-but-still-great pump) (https://www.topeak.com/us/en/products/41-Floor-Pumps/1079-JOEBLOW-SPORT-III) Ryobi One+ 18V Dual Function Inflator/Deflator (https://www.homedepot.com/p/RYOBI-ONE-18V-Dual-Function-Inflator-Deflator-Tool-Only-P747/308746324?source=shoppingads&locale=en-US&&mtc=Shopping-BF-F_D25H-B-D25H-025_028_COMP_AIRTOOL-NA-NA-Feed-SMART-NA-NA-Compressors_Smart&cm_mmc=Shopping-BF-F_D25H-B-D25H-025_028_COMP_AIRTOOL-NA-NA-Feed-SMART-NA-NA-Compressors_Smart-71700000081377591-58700006924599093-92700064312898269&gclid=Cj0KCQiAuvOPBhDXARIsAKzLQ8Esb7E6I5Iy_oLTq65PTnk8D0p_VVINVyiD8MREjlCkF2wjFTzp8CgaAh46EALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds) Schumacher BEO1255 Battery Extender (https://www.homedepot.com/p/Schumacher-Electric-Battery-Extender-12-Volt-1-200-Amp-Battery-Jump-Starter-BE01255/207126115) Contact us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/ElectricBikeRadio), Twitter (https://twitter.com/EBikeRadio), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/electricbikeradio/), or at EBikeRadio@gmail.com.

There are lots of terms for non-electric bikes. Duane & Jared weigh in on which ones make sense, and which ones don't. Can we reach a consensus? Contact us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/ElectricBikeRadio), Twitter (https://twitter.com/EBikeRadio), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/electricbikeradio/), or at EBikeRadio@gmail.com.

Happy New Year! If you need some E-bike-related resolutions for the new year, Jared and Duane give you some ideas and some tips for accomplishing them. A few links from the show: Jared's new cellphone handlebar mount (https://www.outspokin.net/product/delta-smartphone-holder-255793-1.htm) E-biking is healthy! New York Times: E-bikes Can Provide a Good Workout (https://www.nytimes.com/2021/05/19/well/move/bikes-exercise-workouts.html) Forbes: Riding Electric Bicycles Boon To Health And Not Cheating, Confirms Literature Review (https://www.forbes.com/sites/carltonreid/2018/11/23/riding-electric-bicycles-boon-to-health-and-not-cheating-confirms-literature-review/?sh=e0099935cced) The Verge: No, E-Bikes Aren't Cheating. We've Got the Science to Prove It. (https://www.theverge.com/2019/11/13/20963426/ebike-exercise-fitness-heart-rate-study-science-electric-bike) Outside Online: Don't Underestimate the Health Benefits of E-Bikes (https://www.outsideonline.com/outdoor-adventure/biking/biking-cognitive-benefits-study/) Washington Post: E-bikes get up to speed in popularity, providing a workout easier on the heart (https://www.washingtonpost.com/health/ebikes-calories-health-exercise/2021/09/24/09035020-17ec-11ec-b976-f4a43b740aeb_story.html) Health benefits of electrically-assisted cycling: a systematic review (https://ijbnpa.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12966-018-0751-8) Bicycling.com: Why Older Riders May Get a Surprising Benefit From E-Bikes (https://www.bicycling.com/news/a27115129/e-bikes-boost-well-being/) Cnet: Can electric bikes help you get fit? (https://www.cnet.com/health/fitness/can-electric-bikes-help-you-get-fit/) REI: Can You Get Exercise Riding an Electric Bike? (https://www.rei.com/blog/cycle/can-you-get-exercise-riding-an-e-bike) BikeRadar: Can you get fit on an electric bike? (https://www.bikeradar.com/advice/fitness-and-training/electric-bike-fitness/) Cyclist.co: How an e-bike can help you return to fitness (https://www.cyclist.co.uk/in-depth/8919/how-an-e-bike-can-help-you-return-to-fitness) Resources for bike repair and DIY Global Cycling Network (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuTaETsuCOkJ0H_GAztWt0Q) GMBN Tech (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6juisijUAHcJLt23nk-qOQ) Park Tool (https://www.youtube.com/c/parktool) Cycling Weekly (https://www.youtube.com/c/cyclingweekly) Big Game Bikes (https://www.youtube.com/c/BigGameBikes) Bolton Ebikes, now Area 13 Ebikes (https://www.youtube.com/c/area13ebikes) Performance Bicycle (https://www.youtube.com/c/performancebike) Jared's favorite derailleur adjustment video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UkZxPIZ1ngY) Contact us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/ElectricBikeRadio), Twitter (https://twitter.com/EBikeRadio), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/electricbikeradio/), or at EBikeRadio@gmail.com.

A quick holiday greeting from your hosts. Thanks for listening to our podcast! We will be back with new content in January 2022. Contact us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/ElectricBikeRadio), Twitter (https://twitter.com/EBikeRadio), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/electricbikeradio/), or at EBikeRadio@gmail.com.

In response to all the social media comments on the prior episode ("For Whom the Bell Rings"), Jared and Duane debate the merits of shouting "on you right!" versus ringing a bell. And how do they really feel? Contact us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/ElectricBikeRadio), Twitter (https://twitter.com/EBikeRadio), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/electricbikeradio/), or at EBikeRadio@gmail.com.

Whether its for safety or just for fun, bells and horns give you different options for using sound to make your presence known. Bells and horns serve different purposes and which type (or types) you should have depends upon your needs. Duane and Jared "ring" out all the info you should know in this episode. Spurcycle Original Bell (https://www.spurcycle.com/products/better-bicycle-bell) - "expensive German bell" mentioned in the show. Zefal Premium Brass Bell (https://www.walmart.com/ip/Zefal-Premium-Brass-Bike-Bell-Loud-No-Tools-Needed-Sturdy/344322800) - "cheap Wal-Mart bell" mentioned in the show. Contact us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/ElectricBikeRadio), Twitter (https://twitter.com/EBikeRadio), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/electricbikeradio/), or at EBikeRadio@gmail.com.

E-Bikes, like people, come in all sizes. Bigger or taller people have a few special considerations in choosing, upgrading, and maintaining their bikes. Duane and Jared cover a few things you should consider if you fall into these categories, and provide some suggestions and options for everyone. Pedego Mag Wheel Option (https://www.myelectricfun.com/products/210000000338) Thomson Elite (https://www.bikethomson.com/product/elite-seatpost/) seatpost Some bike brands mentioned in the podcast: Blix (https://blixbike.com/) Electric Bike Company (https://electricbikecompany.com/) Himiway (https://himiwaybike.com/) Lectric eBikes (https://lectricebikes.com/) Pedego (https://pedegoelectricbikes.com/) Rad Power Bikes (https://www.radpowerbikes.com/) Contact us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/ElectricBikeRadio), Twitter (https://twitter.com/EBikeRadio), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/electricbikeradio/), or at EBikeRadio@gmail.com.

Duane and Jared share their holiday wish lists--to help give you some ideas for gift giving in the quickly approaching holiday season. The list includes some specific products and some general categories: Senna Evo-R1 Smart Helmet (https://www.sena.com/product/r1-evo) Eggrider (https://eggrider.com/) and check out Episode 16: Egg-celsior! The EggRider Upgrade (https://www.ebikeradio.com/16) Biking Gloves Aftershox (https://aftershokz.com/us/?gclid=Cj0KCQiAkNiMBhCxARIsAIDDKNU5bK-BdLUpdEfx58RuYS1Q_1RzYtXY1jstTSkBWbqn0eYXP107a9UaAiYGEALw_wcB) Power Inflator, like the Ryobi (https://www.homedepot.com/p/RYOBI-ONE-18V-Dual-Function-Inflator-Deflator-Tool-Only-P747/308746324) or a portable (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08CS77TGH/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1) model, or a jumpstarter that has a compressor built in, here's a great youtube test video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5zAgL2L4ILY) Handlebar Cell Phone Mount -- any ideas, listeners? Stand-alone Headlight, like one of these (https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/reviews/best-commuter-bike-lights/) LED Wheel Lights and Frame Lights (https://letsglowled.com/) We do not have any merchant links or make any money on any of these product sales! Contact us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/ElectricBikeRadio), Twitter (https://twitter.com/EBikeRadio), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/electricbikeradio/), or at EBikeRadio@gmail.com.

Identifying and discussing common misconceptions about e-bikes. Is riding an e-bike cheating? Are e-bikes safe? Can you ride in the rain? Many of the things you commonly hear about e-bikes are not quite true... Contact us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/ElectricBikeRadio), Twitter (https://twitter.com/EBikeRadio), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/electricbikeradio/), or at EBikeRadio@gmail.com.

Faster, smarter, easier, prettier--is the EggRider an eggscellent purchase, or will the added eggsceleration fry your bike like, well...an egg? Jared poached a new EggRider v. 2 from a friend to do an unboxing, install, and share his first impressions with Duane. You can learn more about the Eggrider at the following links: https://eggrider.com/ (Eggrider) https://biggamebikes.com/product/eggrider-v2-bluetooth-ebike-display (Big Game Bikes) Thanks to Dave "the Yolkster" Daiker for letting us play with his new toy! Contact us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/ElectricBikeRadio), Twitter (https://twitter.com/EBikeRadio), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/electricbikeradio/), or at EBikeRadio@gmail.com.

Jared takes over the show while Duane reports from vacation: an e-bike and RV road trip through some great American parks out West. Duane also shares some tips for doing an e-bike-based vacation or road trip. Duane's e-bike rental courtesy of Pedego Summerlin (https://www.pedegoelectricbikes.com/dealers/summerlin) in Las Vegas, Nevada. His rental bike was a Pedego Interceptor (https://www.pedegoelectricbikes.com/product/interceptor/). He also obtained a Saris bike rack (https://www.saris.com/product/superclamp-ex-2) that worked with a Cruise America (https://www.cruiseamerica.com/) rental RV. Thanks to Chris from Colorado, and the new EBR fans Duane met at Moab Coffee Roasters! Contact us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/ElectricBikeRadio), Twitter (https://twitter.com/EBikeRadio), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/electricbikeradio/), or at EBikeRadio@gmail.com.

Sean Lupton-Smith (https://electricbikecompany.com/our-story/) joins us to talk about the mission of Electric Bike Company (https://electricbikecompany.com/) and what makes EBC different, along with some thoughts about manufacturing and the e-bike industry. Sean also talks about EBC's new factory (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JCKxfO_8QCg), opening in October 2021. Your hosts are Duane & Jared, two e-bike enthusiasts from the Tampa Bay Area in Florida. Electric Bike Radio focuses on issues related to e-bikes and the e-bike lifestyle. Contact us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/ElectricBikeRadio), Twitter (https://twitter.com/EBikeRadio), or at EBikeRadio@gmail.com. Contact us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/ElectricBikeRadio), Twitter (https://twitter.com/EBikeRadio), or at EBikeRadio@gmail.com. Special Guest: Sean Lupton-Smith.

Gears on a bike help you with climbing hills and reaching higher speeds--but adding an electric motor does that too! Do you need, or want, gears on your e-bike? Maybe, maybe not... For another take on this topic: Do Electric Bikes have Gears (https://ebikepursuits.com/do-electric-bikes-have-gears/)? For more physics: Bicycle Gearing Physics (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0J5zVbxfRao) Your hosts are Duane & Jared, two e-bike enthusiasts from the Tampa Bay Area in Florida. Electric Bike Radio focuses on issues related to e-bikes and the e-bike lifestyle. Contact us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/ElectricBikeRadio), Twitter (https://twitter.com/EBikeRadio), or at EBikeRadio@gmail.com. Contact us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/ElectricBikeRadio), Twitter (https://twitter.com/EBikeRadio), or at EBikeRadio@gmail.com.