Gear tested, trails explored, and your biggest questions—answered.

In this episode we review a budget-friendly Tiibo insulated bottle (flow rate, cage fit, dishwasher test), preview new bikes we’re testing, spotlight Harbor Springs, MI (coastal paths, road loops, and lift-served MTB), and dig into viewer Q&A on gravel-capable folders, trikes for shorter riders, step-thru vs high-step frame feel, throttle testing, dual-suspension alternatives, and more. Plus: fresh deals you can actually use.

🔧 Gear & Reviews

Tiibo Insulated Bottle – 17/23 oz, 304 stainless, high-flow vented nozzle, cage-compatible
https://ebrdeals.com/TiiboCyclingBottles

New/Recent Reviews – 
Retrospec Roo Rev XL: https://electricbikereport.com/retrospec-roo-rev-xl-review/
EVELO Atlas: https://electricbikereport.com/evelo-atlas-review/
StoreYourBoard G-System: https://electricbikereport.com/store-your-board-freestanding-g-bike-review/

We also have the Biomega BER & AIMA Santa Monica in for testing.

🗺️ Trail System Spotlight: Harbor Springs, Michigan

Little Traverse Wheelway - https://www.traillink.com/trail/little-traverse-wheelway/
Susan’s Creek Nature Preserve - https://www.komoot.com/smarttour/e940324303/susans-creek-nature-preserve-lake-michigan-harbor-springs
Highlands Bike Park - https://www.highlandsharborsprings.com/activities/bike#question_9d96ab9a-8330-4979-b2fd-ef7ae6ecc9f2

💬 Q&A Highlights

“Are folding e-bikes OK on gravel?” Setup tips, tires, cockpit height, and ready-to-roll picks

“Trike for 5'1” on cobbles?” Fat tires vs suspension, step-over needs, and safer speed targets

“Why are some commuters 60+ lbs—and better options?” Weight breakdowns and lighter comparables

Throttle tests: When gearing matters (mid-drives) vs when it doesn’t (hub motors)

“Dual-suspension alternatives to compact folders?” Comfort setups & range results across models

“Step-thru vs high-step frame flex?” Real-world ride feel on sturdy folders

🛒 Deals of the Week

Aventon Clearance: Aventure 2, Pace 500.3, Level 2
https://ebrdeals.com/AventonPromos

Mokwheel Clearance: Basalt & Obsidian power-station bikes
https://ebrdeals.com/MokwheelPromos

Volt Centauri II: Mid-drive commuter with auto 3-speed
https://ebrdeals.com/VvoltCentauriII

Bikes Discussed in this Episode: 
Trek Checkpoint+ SL - https://ebrdeals.com/TrekCheckpointPlusSL
Velotric Fold 1 Plus - https://ebrdeals.com/VelotricFold1Plus
Lectric XP4 750 -  https://ebrdeals.com/LectricXP4-750
Lectric XP Trike2 - https://ebrdeals.com/LectricXPTrike2
Rad Power Bikes RadTrike - http://www.ebrdeals.com/ebrRP-Rad-Trike
Scott Silence eRIDE EVO Speed - https://ebrdeals.com/ScottSilence
Specialized Turbo Vado SL 2 6.0 EQ Carbon - https://ebrdeals.com/SpecializedTurboVadoSL6
Trek FX+ 7S - https://ebrdeals.com/TrekFXPlus7S
Heybike Ranger 3.0 Pro - https://ebrdeals.com/HeybikeRanger3
Heybike Mars 3.0 - https://ebrdeals.com/HeybikeMars3
Aventon Abound SR - https://ebrdeals.com/Report-Aventon-Abound-SR
Aventon Sinch 2.5 - https://ebrdeals.com/AventonSinch2-5
Ride1Up Portola - https://ebrdeals.com/ebrRide1UP-Portola
Rad Power Bikes RadExpand 5 Plus - https://ebrdeals.com/ebrRad-RadExpandPlus
Lectric ONE - https://ebrdeals.com/ebrLectricONE
Velotric Nomad 1 Plus - https://ebrdeals.com/VelotricNomad1Plus

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00:00 - Intro
00:34 - News Of The Week
00:41 - New Trek E-Bikes!
02:59 - Leaks of the possible new Rivian E-Bike!
05:00 - New Bike Helmet Technology
09:26 - Gear Highlight
11:50 - Currently Testing & Recent Reviews
15:20 - E-Bike Trail Systems
18:45 - Questions & Comments
19:05 - Is the Velotric Fold 1 good for gravel?
21:54 - Trike recommendation for Sheila
26:05 - Why is the Scott Silence eRide so heavy?
31:35 - How do we approach gearing while hill testing?
35:05 - E-Bike recommendation for lorneserpa5888
40:06 - Do we feel any frame flex on the new Lectric XP 4?
42:48 - Deals Of The Week
44:54 - Rider Highlight
47:18 - Wrap Up