The Health Benefits of Riding an E-Bike

Low-Impact Exercise: Riding an e-bike provides an excellent form of low-impact exercise. Even with electric assistance, riders still engage in pedalling, which helps to strengthen leg muscles and improve cardiovascular health. Unlike high-impact exercises like running, e-biking puts less strain on joints, making it suitable for individuals of all fitness levels and ages.

Weight Management and Calorie Burn: Regular e-bike commuting can help with weight management and weight loss efforts. By pedalling and utilising electric assistance when needed, riders burn calories and boost their metabolism, contributing to maintaining a healthy body weight.

Mental Well-being: The endorphins released during exercise can help reduce stress and improve mental well-being. E-biking offers the advantage of combining physical activity with the sheer joy of riding, allowing riders to unwind and clear their minds while navigating through scenic routes.

Enhanced Cardiovascular Health: Engaging in regular e-bike rides can improve cardiovascular health by increasing heart rate and blood flow. This can lead to reduced risks of heart disease, stroke, and other cardiovascular issues, making it a worthwhile investment for long-term health.

Improved Respiratory Function: As e-bike riders tend to travel at slower speeds compared to motor vehicles, they are exposed to fewer harmful pollutants, leading to better respiratory health. Additionally, the exercise from pedalling can strengthen respiratory muscles, benefiting lung capacity.

Integrating E-Bikes into Daily Life

Commuting to Work: One of the most practical ways to integrate e-bikes into daily life is by using them for commuting to work. With the assistance of the electric motor, commuting longer distances becomes manageable, while avoiding traffic congestion and reducing your carbon footprint.

Errands and Shopping: Replace short car trips for errands and shopping with e-bike rides. Most e-bikes come equipped with cargo racks or baskets, allowing you to carry groceries and essentials without a hassle.

Exercise Routine: Incorporate e-bike rides into your weekly exercise routine. You can alternate between traditional biking and e-biking, allowing you to challenge yourself physically while still enjoying the thrill of e-assistance.

Recreational Rides: Utilise ebikes for recreational purposes, exploring nearby parks, nature trails, or scenic routes. It’s an enjoyable way to spend time with family and friends while reaping the health benefits of outdoor activities.

Group Activities: Join local e-bike clubs or organise group rides with friends and neighbours. Group activities not only make the experience more enjoyable but also provide an opportunity to socialise and motivate each other towards a healthier lifestyle.

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Due to modern technology and our more sedentary lives, there are now also growing levels of obesity among young people. Making this a good time for teenagers to join the e-bike boom. Electric bikes give them freedom cycling to school and visiting their friends; without relying on the taxi of Mum or Dad.

To get the most reluctant teenager to exercise start by using the lure of smart watches, route planners and performance trackers as the incentive these digital natives need to get out on two wheels; especially ones powered by the latest technology to help them achieve that weekly cardio goal.

As the e-bike revolution gathers pace; manufacturers are now looking at making ebikes accessible to teenagers as the next obvious step.

The RooDog Striker

Look at one such bike, a great fun ebike and a real head turner in gorgeous glossy red.

A fun, versatile and cost-effective ebike to ride!

The Striker eMTB is a super comfy ride. It is both light and robust enough to handle the more rugged mountain terrain. It suits riders from 5’4ft – 6’3ft tall.

The 250watt motor assists up to 15.5mph (the maximum speed allowed by UK/EU regulation). It is powered by a 36-volt 11Ah lithium-ion battery. Giving a range of up to 30 miles per full charge; with an option of a bigger battery upgrade for even more miles.

Not only will they be able to keep pace with or cycle past their parents; but the combination of pedal assistance and long battery range means they will be able to ride further. Hills and trails will also feel that little bit flatter encouraging and inspiring more teens to take up cycling.

Fun and Family Days

Cycling will become fun and be a boon for the whole family; spending time together; stopping at cafes for delicious hot chocolate and cake; cycling back through forests and off-road; where even muddy tracks and steep hills become most enjoyable adding to those great adventures.

We at Espokes say; “come on people, it’s not just silver cyclists enjoying the e-bike revolution, everyone from 14years upwards can join in!!”

To find out more and book a test ride visit our website

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Hands Up anyone who’s ever owned a Raleigh!! Mine was a Raleigh Silhouette! I attached a spare freezer basket on the front and a child seat on the back. Many an enjoyable ride followed with my daughter and Raggy Doll.

Here are a couple of pics of my daughter Laura on her first Raleigh. (I couldn’t find any pictures of my Silhouette!)

Sir Frank Bowden

One of the world’s oldest and best-known bike brands; Raleigh was founded by Woodhead and Angois in 1885; acquired by Sir Frank Bowden in 1888, who after suffering a spell of ill-health discovered a love for cycling whilst experiencing its health benefits first hand. Many years have passed, and Raleigh is still as strong now as they were when they were first established.

Now part of the Accell Group, a European-based company who own several Bicycle and Accessory brands throughout Europe and North America and are market leaders in electric bikes; invaluable to Raleigh’s product development; but bike design and wheel building are still traditionally done at Head office in their hometown of Nottingham.

In the 90s Raleigh was the first UK based company to produce and market mountain bikes and electrically assisted bicycles.

Low maintenance greatly priced with styles and performance to please everyone; the electric bike will improve fitness and wellbeing as well as reducing carbon footprint.

Let’s take the Motus range from the lightweight quiet cruiser with it’s Bosch active line at a remarkable price of £1650

to the Grand Tour, sleek and sophisticated with an award-winning Bosch Active + motor and 400Wh battery giving you a range of up to 110miles, perfect for city trips, relaxed tours and weekend adventures.

How about a bike that revolutionises the urban commuter ebike! Featuring a new frame design with adapted geometry to improve agility, Shimano Steps E6000 motor, carbon blades, hydraulic disc brakes and 400Wh Shimano battery. You won’t fail to wow on the Strada Elite, available in Blue or Silver at a stunning price of only £2250.

We don’t want you to miss out and have put this fabulous range in stock. So don’t dally, come and test ride BOOK NOW

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Espokes electric bikes will once again be showcasing a range of their ebikes at The Exeter Caravan and Motorhome Show.

The show is being held at Westpoint Arena in Exeter, Devon, EX5 1DJ.

This show which is on from Friday 9^th to Sunday 11^th March 2018 is run by the lovely people at Apple Tree Exhibitions and Shows. We attend their entire caravan and motorhome shows in the South of the country throughout the year which includes Exeter, Romsey and Bath Racecourse.

Espokes will be exhibiting a range of electric bikes and folding ebikes ranging in price starting from £999. We will be on hand to talk you through the ebikes and even show you how the folders fold down. Although if you can’t wait for the show you can check out our folding ebike video below.

We will have a designated area where you can test ride the ebikes and can even supply you with a short hill.

Like our facebook page for up to date information nearer the time on whereabouts, you can find our stand at the Westpoint Arena.

We will have special show offers available on selected models, which you can ride away from the show.

As well as visiting our friendly team at Espokes on hand to answer any of your electric bike questions, you will find all the latest motorhome models for 2018, as well as many pre-loved caravan and motorhomes.

There is something to suit everyone’s budget and whether you are new to the world of caravanning or an experienced motorhomer, you will be spoilt for choice.

We look forward to welcoming you to our stand, we hope this weekend is a lot warmer than last weekend, but maybe pack your coat, scarf and gloves to keep you warm on your test ride. In the meantime, if you want to browse our range of ebikes please take a look at our website; www.espokes.co.uk

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We kick off the year at The Exeter Motorhome Show being held at Westpoint Arena in Exeter, Devon, EX5 1DJ.

This show which is on from Friday 26^th January to Sunday 28^th January 2018 is run by the lovely people at Apple Tree Exhibitions and Shows. We attend their entire caravan and motorhome shows in the South of the country throughout the year which includes Exeter, Romsey and Bath Racecourse.

Espokes will be exhibiting a range of electric bikes and folding ebikes ranging in price starting from £899.

We will have a designated area where you can test ride the ebikes and can even supply you with a short hill.

Make sure you like our facebook page for up to date information nearer the time on whereabouts you can find our stand at the Westpoint Arena.

We will have special show offers available on selected models, which you can ride away from the show.

You will also be able to purchase bicycle accessories from our stand and our Healthy Back Bags which are a must-have item for any outdoor adventurer. Designed by a leather craftsman, a doctor and a chiropractor they are both comfy and stylish. Backache from carrying all your essentials will be a thing of the past.

As well as visiting our friendly team at Espokes who will be on hand to answer any of your electric bike questions, you will find all the latest motorhome models for 2018, and many pre-loved motorhomes too.

There is something to suit everyone’s budget and whether you are new to the motorhoming world or an experienced motorhomer, you will be spoilt for choice.

We look forward to welcoming you to our stand at the end of January, so don’t forget your coat, scarf and gloves to keep you warm on your test ride, in the meantime if you want to browse our range of ebikes please take a look at our website; www.espokes.co.uk

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