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Electric Bikes - How exactly do they work?

Posted By EbikesDirectUK on Outdoor Sports

https://www.e-bikesdirect.co.uk - Electric bikes in the EU and UK are pedal bikes with power assist motors that give you assistance as you pedal. They differ from electric motorbikes as you are the primary source of power. Reading this article on how an electric bike works, you should get an idea of how to use it.

How to Care for Your Electric Bike

Posted By EbikesDirectUK on Outdoor Sports

https://www.e-bikesdirect.co.uk - Dust and grime not only makes your investment look dirty, it can also compromise performance. Thankfully, all you need to keep the bike looking as good as new is to get a cloth, and use some elbow grease to wipe your electric bike clean.

A Lockdown 2.0 Black Friday at E-Bikes Direct

Posted By EbikesDirectUK on Outdoor Sports

https://www.e-bikesdirect.co.uk - Lockdown 2.0 is well and truly upon us and it's safe to say the Country's morale has been higher... So this Black Friday we've introduced reductions of various electric bikes of all sizes and purpose, to give the nation something to smile about this winter.

Keep your electric bike safe with a good lock

Posted By EbikesDirectUK on Outdoor Sports

https://www.e-bikesdirect.co.uk - At Electric Bikes Direct you could spend a lot of money on an e-bike, but once you spend the money you will want to keep it safe. In this article we will show you some ideas around keeping the bike once you have bought it!

For A Healthier Britain - E‑Bikes Direct Partners With Pharmica

Posted By EbikesDirectUK on Outdoor Sports

https://www.e-bikesdirect.co.uk - We've teamed up with Pharmica, the UK's most trusted online pharmacy, to offer E‑Bikes Direct customers 10% off all products and treatments at Pharmica.co.uk

Couples Cycling Together Increased Motivation

Posted By EbikesDirectUK on Outdoor Sports

https://www.e-bikesdirect.co.uk - We have observed a peculiar phenomenon - couples buy near identical bikes to go riding together. Doing some digging we have found a lot of neurobiological evidence to show why this might be the case - cycling together can give a boost to the love hormone oxytocin.

Forme Electric Bikes - Formed In The UK

Posted By EbikesDirectUK on Outdoor Sports

https://www.e-bikesdirect.co.uk - Looking for an E-Bike, regardless of your ability & health, you are probably looking for something to take the burn out of the steep inclines or perhaps need some help getting going, but don’t want to completely eliminate that traditional bike feeling (& the sense of achievement that comes with it!) The Forme range seems to cover all corners of the wheel so to speak, and very well.

Why a Folding E-Bike May Be The Right Choice

Posted By EbikesDirectUK on Outdoor Sports

https://www.e-bikesdirect.co.uk - Not all of us have double garages to keep our boats, cars and bikes in. Space is often a premium, yet people's transport needs dont change. You need to get to work. You need to get about town and to see friends. Let us look at why you may need a foldable electric bike.

Machines & gadgets that caused a stir at Eurobike

Posted By EbikesDirectUK on Outdoor Sports

https://www.e-bikesdirect.co.uk - E-Bikes Direct were at the Eurobike show in Friedrichshafen, Germany this week and boy were we impressed at what we saw! Reflecting the growth of the electric bike market there were electric bikes exhibited in every hall with massive sections devoted to the machines that we love.

Electric Bikes Under £1000 - the Basis family has all bases covered

Posted By EbikesDirectUK on Outdoor Sports

https://www.e-bikesdirect.co.uk - In the hustle and bustle of our busy lives, it's easy to overlook the simple pleasures and cost-effective alternatives that can enhance our daily routines. Electric bikes have swiftly emerged as a game-changer for commuting, fitness, and lifestyle choices, empowering individuals from all walks of life to rediscover the joy of two-wheeled freedom. In this blog, we delve into the compelling benefits of electric bikes, with a particular focus on Basis, the affordable brand offered by E-Bikes Direct.

The All New Protocol Hybrid - 'Covering All Basis'

Posted By EbikesDirectUK on Outdoor Sports

https://www.e-bikesdirect.co.uk - The Electric Bike market in 2022 demands innovation & reliability, yet the current economic climate demands value for money... A tough combination, but we think the Protocol fits the criteria!

CRUSSIS A pure entry level ebike brand

Posted By EbikesDirectUK on Outdoor Sports

https://www.e-bikesdirect.co.uk - According to Crussis, “It all started in 2012, when we decided to prepare our first collection of electric wheels and to enter as a new brand on the Czech market. We succeeded in doing this and, under our own CRUSSIS brand, we first introduced our electric bike at the FOR BIKES trade fair in March 2013…” and the rest is history.

Government Fit Miles Scheme - Pedal & Weight Loss Assist?

Posted By EbikesDirectUK on Outdoor Sports

https://www.e-bikesdirect.co.uk - News broke this morning that the UK government has put £100 million towards tackling obesity in the UK as a measure to making the nation healthier. Could getting an E-Bike help with your waistline?

Diabetes and Electric Bikes - Join the UK Wide Cycle Ride

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https://www.e-bikesdirect.co.uk - Diabetes UK has a mission to make a world where diabetes can do no harm. Leading the fight against the UK’s biggest and growing health crisis, a fight that involves us all – sharing knowledge and taking on diabetes together.This October, take your fitness up a gear and cycle across the UK virtually, your way. Whether you’re a weekend warrior, take it a mile at a time, or like to feel the burn on the spin bike, choose a distance that suits you then complete it however and wherever you want.

Highway Code - What Do These Changes Mean For Cyclists?

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https://www.e-bikesdirect.co.uk - If you're a British motorist or cyclist, chances are you've heard that the Highway Code is changing as of January 2022. Now, while most of the technical lingo is lost on most of us, these alterations have been widely condensed into 8 key points, 7 of which affect cyclists, and they're changes that all of us should be aware of.So, what do these changes mean for the UK's cyclists?

CUBE ebikes go live with E-Bikes Direct

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https://www.e-bikesdirect.co.uk - Here at E-Bikes Direct we proudly announce we’re selling the new line of CUBE e-bikes. Founded in 1993, this Waldershof, Germany cycling manufacturers have seen sales growth regularly topping 10% a year and are now one of the biggest independent ebike makers in Europe and aren't sowing signs of slowing down!

Cycle to Work - Could You Benefit from the Green Commute Initiative?

Posted By EbikesDirectUK on Outdoor Sports

https://www.e-bikesdirect.co.uk - As part of the government’s drive to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, it has long offered employees of most companies in the UK a method to get a bike or e-bike at a reduced price. Here at e-Bikes Direct we have signed up to all of the schemes on offer, allowing you to get an e-bike with as much as a 47% discount on its list price and paying for it through salary sacrifice. One of these is the Green Commute Initiative.