Save Gas! Go Electric with Cool eBikes

Many Americans are searching for transportation alternatives, as gas prices have increased rapidly. Less expensive and greener Chinese-made electric bicycles become popular in the U.S. state of California. #gas #electric #transportation

 

Fat-Tire Cargo Warrior eBike

We’re not going to lie: we love our Fat-Tire Cargo Bike.

We’ve been looking for the ultimate fun and stylish electric bike for a long time, and we think we found it with this custom-styled frame featuring fat tires, a metro look, high-speed twist throttle, LED display, and even saddle bags. This way cool electric bike is built to keep you moving forward with a powerful battery that’s equipped for up to 40 miles per charge with speeds up to 28 mph.

It also features a 7-speed Shimano drive train for easy shifting so you can ride more efficiently. The LCD display provides you with all the information you need about your current speed, distance traveled, battery life and more!

With a weight of only 80 lbs., this lightweight e-bike will easily carry you wherever your adventure takes you!

Cheeta Cafe Racer

Look, you don’t need to tell us that you’re sick of your boring bicycle. It’s fine. We get it. We’ve been there. But we are here to tell you that your search for the ultimate fun and stylish electric bike is over. The Cheeta Cafe Racer ebike features a custom-styled frame with fat tires, a motorcycle-inspired look, high-speed twist throttle, LED display and even saddle bags. This way cool electric bike is built to keep you moving forward with a powerful battery that’s equipped for up to 45 miles per charge with speeds up to 28 mph.

This thing is loaded with tons of exciting features like:

-A color LCD display so you can see exactly how much juice is left in your battery as well as other important info like speed, distance traveled and more!

-High speed twist throttle makes it easy to accelerate quickly when you need it most!

-Adjustable padded seat lets you find the perfect fit while riding around town or just cruising around on your own time!

Colors: Grey-Black, Black-Brown, custom tank (+$199)

Fat Tire Ultimate Race Electric Bikes

Fat Tire Cafe Racer Meets Old School Cool

Sometimes you want to ride your bike, but you can’t because the stock seat and tires are not up to par. So what can you do? You upgrade EVERYTHING!

Our customer came in looking for a complete makeover. He wanted something that was comfortable, durable, and ready for adventure. The fine leather-crafters at Brooks were our first thought so we outfitted the bike with a brand new leather seat and a matching leather saddle bag. The dual saddle bag increased cargo capacity with a minimal increase to weight and profile.

In terms of tires the stock ones would not hold up to the kind of adventures the customer is looking for. Our team introduced our customer to Vee Tire brand Zig Zag tires that offer durability and comfort without neglecting the old school look.

Fat Tire Cafe Racer Meets Old School Cool

During our soft open period we displayed the beast of a machine ‘Cafe Racer’ prominently in our front window. The lights illuminated it’s body beautifully. This bike quickly grew a fan club with locals earning its moniker ‘The Hot Rod on Newport’. Many employee’s of the fine businesses on Newport Avenue were sad to see it go as it rode off to the next destination. While we wait for our next shipment let us explain the upgrades this particular bike received. 

The customer explained the stock seat and tires were not to their liking so our shop upgraded the bike to the nines!

Upgrades

The fine leather-crafters at Brooks were our first thought so we outfitted the bike with a brand new leather seat and a matching leather saddle bag. The dual saddle bag increased cargo capacity with a minimal increase to weight and profile. 

In terms of tires the stock ones would not hold up to the kind of adventures the customer is looking for. Our team introduced our customer to Vee Tire brand Zig Zag tires that offer durability and comfort without neglecting the old school look.  

Matte Black was the preferred design choice which our team was happy to jump on! We updated the pedals, mirror, and cargo rack as well.

In need of a new ride? OB eBikes is proud to provide tailored service to all!

EZE Ryders featured in SD Voyager Magazine

SD Voyager Magazine featured an interview with EZE Ryders founder Devin Raymond in their February 28th Local Stories section. 

 

In the article Devin talks about starting up a business during the pandemic, navigating supply chain challenges, and what success looks like for EZE Ryders. 

 

Check out the article below!

 

http://sdvoyager.com/interview/exploring-life-business-with-devin-raymond-of-eze-ryders-electric-bikes/

EZE Ryders Featured on Melio’s Small Business Season!

Known for their service of helping small businesses keep up with business, Melio has further proven their commitment to the small companies they serve by featuring them in a small business index and a gift guide — and we’re included! 

Check out our feature!

If you love supporting small businesses like EZE Ryders, this index is a great way to find new ones! 

Winter is Here – What That Means for Your Batteries

In San Diego, we are among the privileged few when it comes to Winter weather. Even though we don’t see snow, heavy rain, or temperatures that rival our neighbors to the North and to the East, that doesn’t mean that we get to be entirely slack when it comes to caring for our E-bike or Onewheel batteries.

Shorter days and colder weather may discourage us from riding as much as we did in the warmer months, or we may bundle up, shrug it off, and soldier on. No matter which type of winter rider you are, one thing is certain and important – proper battery care.  

Cold weather will decrease the lifespan of your battery because it will require charging more often. Lithium-ion batteries have a certain number of charging cycles before they are no longer usable. Thus, how you store your batteries when you aren’t using them is important.

 

For Your E-Bike 

To preserve the life of your battery, you don’t want it to get too hot or too cold. The ideal temperature for a lithium ion battery is between 42°-69°F (5°C-20°C). Thankfully most bikes – like our Coastal Cruisers—are designed with an easily removable battery, meaning you can easily bring your battery out of the cold, and don’t have to keep it with the bike!

Planning on storing your battery for an extended period of time? Lithium ion batteries self-discharge, so make sure you are storing the battery at 40-50%. Over discharging the battery during storage causes an irreversible capacity loss.

And if you thought storing your battery fully charged was the best option – think again! Overcharging your battery is stressful on lithium ion batteries and can cause cathodes to decompose over time, meaning your battery may not be the same when you end your e-bike’s hibernation.

Over a long storage, check in on your battery! Slide the battery back into your bike to check that it still powers on and the charge is still at 40-50% – If you notice the battery decreasing, you can always top off the charge, and if there’s a problem, it’s best to catch it early.

 

 For Your Onewheel

 

Bring it inside after you ride!

Do not leave your Onewheel outside or in the trunk of your car, as long exposure to cold temperatures is not healthy for your board. If it does happen, you may have to bring your board inside and warm it up to 60°F (15°C) before riding.

If you have to shelve your board for a few months, make sure to keep the charge between 40-50%, and store it in a dry place between 50-60°F (10-15°C). Check your board monthly to ensure your battery is still between 40-50%.

 

 Takeaways

 

 Temperatures outside of the ideal range of ~42°F~69°F (5°C-20°C) will reduce the battery storage life as the battery self-discharges. This means you will get less miles per ride out of your bike or Onewheel per charge. Proper battery care is essential to protecting your investment and maximizing enjoyment from your bike or board!

 

Follow these tips, and your batteries will survive the winter and into warmer days! 

EZE Ryders in The Pulse Holiday Gift Guide 2021

We are STOKED to feature products in Cindy’s Annual Holiday Gift Guide!

Each year, Cindy of The Pulse SD curates a gift guide of stand-out brands and products to take the stress out of holiday shopping.

This years guide focuses on experience gifts to bring families and loved ones even closer together – and what better way to get that quality time than finding new adventures together on your bikes or boards? 

Watch the segment!! ( EZE Ryders starts at 17:37)

 

EZE Ryders Voted BEST Bike Shop!

The results are in!

EZE Ryders has been voted Best Bike Shop in the Point Loma-OB Monthly 2021 Best of Point Loma/Ocean Beach Readers’ Poll!!

We’re honored to be featured alongside other local businesses putting in the effort to make our community the best it can be, and stoked to stand out as a dealer of electric bikes in the Point Loma-OB area.

Thank you to all the readers that voted!

Check out all the results HERE!