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Best Ebike for Surf Reconnaissance Missions

Nick Kron

Nick Kron

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Apr 23, 2001
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My fellow erBBers: I am looking into acquiring an ebike for my surfing and leisure exploits. My requirements are that it has a side surf rack and can tow a trailer with coolers up and down Trails. Ideally it would have a rear seat for another passenger.

So far it looks like ebikes range between $1.5K - $4K+. The low end is already more than I want to pay but Inflation, etc... Is what it is. What brands do you like/recommend? Any tips would be appreciated.

If you ride a normal bike, no need to reply with comments like "you lazy POS" or "grab your ankles; ebikes are for haoles". I have one and use it when I want exercise, etc. I want to add an ebike to my quiver of bikes to enhance my leisure potential.

Cheers,
NK

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CutnSnip

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Probably dropping in on you, California
i test drove a few.

lectric - kinda janky. you get what you pay for. no point if you dont need it to fold.

juiced bikes - solid - no complaints other than i didnt want a motorcycle lookingthingy.

Super 73 - poplular solid but pricier.

settled on a Rad City 5. 2k super solid - looks like a normal bike and light enough to hoist in my whip. lots of racks and accesories available. I think you can still get the 4 for 1500.
 
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Sharkbiscuit

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Nick Kron said:
Trails.

I have one and use it when I want exercise, etc. I want to add an ebike to my quiver of bikes to enhance my leisure potential.
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Okay, Trails proper noun I think means San Clemente, and we have a 'quiver' of bikes. Probably a quiver of erBB handles.

What is this poster's normal erBB name?
 
oneworlded

oneworlded

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FarkinA. When I lived in south San Clemente I had an electra old school 4 speed internal hub pedal bike with a set of side racks that could carry both a log and a shortboard. I used my own legs to peddle that damn thing from Cottons to Trail6 - and points even farther south.
The hills did me good.
Old man out.

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Belchfire1

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Hey man, spend the $$ and get this one.
www.radpowerbikes.com

RadWagon™ 5 Electric Cargo Bike

Rad's updated cargo bike provides better handling, advanced safety features, and more carrying capacity than ever before. Upgraded features include front suspension, hydraulic brakes, torque sensor and class 1-3 capabilities. Plus the electrical system and Safe Shield™ battery are both UL Listed.
www.radpowerbikes.com www.radpowerbikes.com

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Great bike that can haul all your crap
 
Nick Kron

Nick Kron

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Belchfire1 said:
Hey man, spend the $$ and get this one.
www.radpowerbikes.com

RadWagon™ 5 Electric Cargo Bike

Rad's updated cargo bike provides better handling, advanced safety features, and more carrying capacity than ever before. Upgraded features include front suspension, hydraulic brakes, torque sensor and class 1-3 capabilities. Plus the electrical system and Safe Shield™ battery are both UL Listed.
www.radpowerbikes.com www.radpowerbikes.com

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Great bike that can haul all your crap
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Funny, I have been eying this one. I need to find a shop to test drive
 
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grg

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Funny this came up. Im moving to SC and joining the eBIKE surf mafia. Been going crazy looking at options.

Prob going with this:
coastalcruiserbikes.com

Coastal Cruiser - 750w Fat Tire Cruiser Step Thru 26x4 Electric Bike

NOW OFFERING BOTH 15.6AH and 20AH Batteries! COASTAL CRUISERS - San Diego's Original Beach Cruiser Brand You cant beat the value or style in our classic beach cruisers. Now with a bigger battery and upgraded electronics for a higher quality bike than the other guys! FEATURES Our Coastal Cruiser...
coastalcruiserbikes.com coastalcruiserbikes.com

they are made at the same factory as MURF and guy is blowing them out for $1550
 
bruhdakine

bruhdakine

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Jul 7, 2003
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I rode a friend's Super 73 in Mammoth - super fun. A friend here reps Murf so lots of people have them. They look pretty rad but seem expensive. My family can't justify having one (or three) for the amount we would use it so we haven't gotten one but I can see the appeal for frequent short commutes. My wife visualizes us riding around on them from brewery to brewery on summer days but reality is we never have time for that sh1t.
 
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