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The EBT “monthly” newsletter is back!I’m guilty of a long break between newsletters. Consequently, this one will be brimming with stories!Sinch bikes founders at EBT Wednesday from 6pm – please join us!new products: angle grinder resistant U-locks and new Xroad 4 from MoustacheIntroducing new EBT team member Helen King in 1135 wordsLe Velo Studio’s superlight e-bikes test ride demo days @EBT next weekebike specials list – slowly shrinking but still plumpShop fit-out news – recently finished (ramp and map) and soon to come (lighting)Train station update – photos from a personal tour 40m below Karangahape Rd
Sinch evening at EBTThis Wednesday 6pm when the shop usually closes, we’ll be hosting Kim and Stephen, founders of Sinch. Come hear about and test ride their new e-bikes with automatic gear shifting! RSVP (for drinks and nibbles) by email and/or on the Facebook event here
New team member!Introducing Helen KingFellow Aucklanders might know Helen already from journalism or from the ‘Nutters Ride Together‘ initiative years ago.You’ll now find Helen at EBT from Saturday-Tuesday helping Aucklanders get onto their own e-bikes!And what better introduction than her fantastic article “Letting my car go – embracing the cargo bike lifestyle“
New Moustache Xroad 4The Xroad 3 changed the game for rail trail e-bikes in NZ. They’ve upped the ante again with the Xroad 4, now with:Wider tyres for more off roadShimano Cues gearing for smoother shiftingInbuilt wheel lock and brighter front light
Le Velo Studio test ride days @EBT April 3 + 4Wānaka start up Le Velo Studio is touring the country offering test rides of their lightweight, minimalist e-bike. Closer to bike than ‘e’, it’s half the weight of a typical electric bicycle. Come in store anytime Thursday or Friday to meet the maker and try the bikes!
E-bike market update – what’s still on special?Supply of e-bikes continues to outstrip demand, due to the slowing economy. There’s still overstock out there and some recent shop closures. Despite this, the diversity of clearance bikes is steadily decreasing, particularly in the sub $5000 category. All e-bikes still on sale can be seen here >>
Karanga-a-Hape train station to open next yearNext stop – EBT!Competing with our shop fit-out for longevity, the new train station build across the road is coming along nicely. I was beside myself with excitement on a tour of the station construction (Thanks KBA!) some 40m below ground level. When it’s running, you’ll be able to take a train (with your bike) from Hamilton right to our door step and everywhere in between. If only there was a way to continue that trip North as well…More photos from below here >>
