It's Back. The 299.99 2008 EZIP MTN Trailz w/ Free Shipping!

OK, it's July 8th at about 4:30 pm Pacific Time.

I just saw the eZip for under 300 bucks again

Haven't seen this price since last xmas, and if you remember how that went, then you, like me, don't expect this deal to last.

So here's the link: $300 Electic Bike eZip

Yeah, so it's the 2008 model. That's fine with me.

(Um, anyone know if I can get $300 for a kidney?)

Electric Bike Love: The R Martin LX1

OK, so I know I've been harping on the eZip bike for a long long time now, but I have a new love. Thanks to not having the dough to make any rash decisions based soley on price or otherwise I have been doing a LOT of research.

And now I am in love all over again.

Her name is the LX1 (from R Martin).

This time it's for real. (click the pic for more info)



So, she comes in at just under 2X the current (ever fluctuating) price of the eZip, but $799 is still far less than all other models I can find that are in the $1200 and up range.

Why the change of heart? While the top speed is about the same (18 mph), the possible distance with minimal peddling is 25 + miles, where the reviews on the eZip clain it really doesn't appear to get more than about 15, unless you are a twig.

Another thing? LiOn Batteries. Lithium ion batteries on the R Martin should last a lot longer than the SLAs on the ezip. Although I don't know the actual replacement cost, I do know with the amout of riding I would be doing, it would be years before I would need to replace the battery. Seeing as the eZip would probably require me to use 2 batteries to confortably get the milage I'm looking for (about 20), the R Martin LX1 would really seem to be the bike for me, when you break down the costs.

At a weight of 50 lbs, she'll be a lot easier to put away, or peddle if need be.

..and she's REALLY good looking. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, I know, but I think she looks really sharp, and less tank-like than my previous love. Available in Black or red .. I'ld be going for the black one myself

Now I just gotta come up with the dough to put her in my garage.

Hey, if you have an LX1, (or any other R Martin Products) I would really like to hear about them.

Ezip - Latest Prices are now Within Reach!

Great News!
The 26 inch eZip Mountain yadda yadda yadda is now only $225.57!

EZIP MTN TRAILS at Ebikes.JBGrady.com

If this price holds out until Jan 1st, I have been greenlit to purchase my very own! I have read all the reviews and watched all of the videos and decided the reviews were a great help, but the videos either consisted of a joyride shot by the rider, or his buddy shot it while the guy drove up and down the street. While cool, they weren't what I would call helpful. I want to see this puppy climb a hill. I wanna see how far she will go. I wanna see if the rider broke a sweat.

So, now my plan is to take the ebike, once I get it, and head to Red Rock Canyon (I believe it's a National Park. It has a BEAUTIFUL scenic drive (or bikeride) full of long uphills and downhills, with some serious grades in either direction - and the beauty - the drive is on, get this 13 Mile Rd. - which is just about what I hope to expect from the eZip bike.

I feel that this is probably an unfair test due to the conditions, but should really allow me to put the bike through its paces. In my book, travelling even a couple of miles without breaking a sweat is a winner - so I; plan to be excited either way - It's a beautiful ride in a car, and I am excited to get up close and personal with it on a bike - while my current fitness level wouln never allow this on an ordinary bicycle.

Stay Tuned!

eZip Price Drop Electric Bike for $360!

Electric Bike for just $360 - Including Shipping!

These guys are KILLING ME! Teasing me even!

As I deperately scrimp, scrounge & save every nickle so I can score my first entry level (eZip) electric bike, they drop the price! At this price the spare battery becomes a reality - almost doubling the distance.

My fear now is that the impending Christmas rush will put a huge dent in the available supply, forcing the price back up just as I raise the funds.

Even with gas prices working their way back down, I fully expect a huge rush on the eZip Electric bike. Trust me, I would LOVE to get one for Christmas (hint hint) - Especially in Southern areas of the US where there weather is doable for biking most of the year.

So, do me a favor - don't buy one. It will break my heart to see everyone but me riding electric bikes on Xmas morning.

Click the photo above or here: eZip $360 to buy one.
I guess I forgive you.

Electric Bike - eZip Mountain Bike?

OK,

So, it doesn't look like my electric car dream is going to pan out any time soon. My lack of knowledge and expendable cash have pretty much made sure of that.

So, I still want a gasoline free vehicle. Honestly I work from home. I live in Las Vegas where it hardly ever rains or gets anywhere near unbearably cold. Vegas is also a very well planned out little city, so I honestly don't even really need to travel more than a few miles to get anything - food, clothing, really - anything. So far, an elecric bike makes a whole lot of sense.

My longest journey each week is about a 16 mile round trip on a realatively flat path - errands, at locations chosen for their convenience to my boss, not me. This might be a stretch for your entry level electric bike.

Keep in mind that $ is a serious consideration. (and, well, I still have a car so NEED isn't necesarily a motivator). That said, I am seriously considering the eZip Electric Mountain Bike for just shy of $400 online, including free shipping. (looks like you can get it at some Walmart stores too for about the same price + tax.

The majority of the reviews I have read have been favorable. From what I gather, it should drag my 187 lb bod around 14 miles or so with little effort - especially if I add a second battery for about 100 bucks. The biggest downside for me is the overall weight of the thing. at about 80lbs, it may be a little awkward to try to heave it up to my second floor apartment. Maybe I can "drive" it up the steps ???

Most electic bike kits in this price range don't appear to offer much more in the way of range and/or speed, don't include the bike itself, and most likely require a little more mechanical/electrical apptitude than I can personally apply to such a project.

I'm really hoping that the eZip will get me going. I also looking forward to possibly pillaging it and putting the important parts on a lighter bike. Li-on batteries also look like a possibility down the road and weigh in at about 1/2 of the stock batteries. All in an effort to maximize the potential of the electric motor from the bike.

Who knows. We will see if I can make the electric bike materialize.