It’s safe to say COVID times were not good times. But, if there was some good that came from it, it was more working from home and less commuting. With many companies requiring their people back in the office, lots of us are facing the drag of commuting again. If your commute brings you joy, good for you, but if you’re like the rest of us…there is a better way. It’s time to commute by eBike!
There are lots of reasons why commuting by bike is great. You get exercise, you’re free from public transport timetables and traffic so it’s often quicker. It’s great for your physical and mental health, it saves money and it’s good for the planet.
But, as good as bicycle commuting is, there is a way to make it even better…by riding an eBike. In Australia, eBikes can provide pedal-assistance up to 25km/h and can travel up to 100km on one charge. With an eBike you get all the benefits of normal bicycle commuting, but also a few more. Here are 5 reasons why trying an eBike might just be the best way to improve your commute.
There’s no sweat
One of the biggest reasons that people love riding an eBike to work is that there’s less sweating. And there have actually been studies to prove it. Less sweat because you don’t have to work as hard riding means you can ditch the active wear and get dressed for work or going out before you leave home. While you can get to work with the electric pedal assist running full whack, no sweat, you can dial back the motor and get a workout if you want. Either way, you’re getting health benefits.
Perfect for grabbing things on the way home
Had a hard day and need to grab a couple bottles of wine and some ice cream on your way home, but afraid it’ll make your ride too heavy? Not to worry, because with an electric motor assisting, there’s a good chance you won’t even notice you’re hauling anything. It’s also really easy to make multiple stops because you get to choose your route (unlike riding public transport) and you don’t have to worry about traffic or parking.
Stress-free after work meet ups
Battling traffic and finding car parks, or catching multiple rides on public transport to meet up with friends after work can be exhausting. Meeting up with friends after work is so much easier by eBike. Get to where you’re going more quickly and ride right up to the action. You could even ride an eBike that carries passengers and pick up your mate on the way. The ride can be a fun adventure in itself!
Commute farther and skip the traffic
Some people shy away from cycling into work because they think the distance is too far. They don’t want to arrive at work completely knackered, or come home at night needing a nap. Whether you have a short ride or a long one, the e-bike’s pedal assist means you exert yourself less, and are less tired by the time your ride is done.
A great entry (or re-entry) into bicycle commuting
Maybe you used to ride your bicycle a lot, but stopped as you’ve gotten older and moved out of that inner city pad. Maybe you’ve never done much riding but you’re not sure you’re up to it. An e-bike is great for both cases. It’s amazing what having the electric motor does for your confidence. It helps relieve some of the pressure of being on the road because with the pedal assist you can easily take off from an intersection and keep going when you run out of steam. It also flattens out the hills you may have been worrying about. An e-bike could provide the confidence you need not only to get started on bicycle commuting, but to get back on your bike on Day 2.
So, if you’re ready to enjoy your commute, hopefully you’re convinced to jump on an eBike.. If not, best get to work convincing your boss to let you work from home.
Check out our most popular commuter and family eBikes and come in for a test ride to try them out!
