It is much easier to get on and off with my arthritis issues. “Now that I have the step through I much prefer it to the regular sized Rad fat bike that I also own. The Sports Rack is designed to carry ebikes on the back of a standard vehicle the RV Rack ( coming soon in Canada) is for use with RV, motorhome, 5th wheel, or flat-towed vehicles. A Bike Adapter Bar is required for use with step-through frames. Taking your step-through ebike on the road? Most Rad Power Bikes’ ebike ste-through models work with one of our Hollywood vehicle racks. What’s more, you arrive great at the office, party, or function, all your gear stowed neatly in bags or baskets. With a step-through ebike, you’ll find riding in every type of attire – from casual to, yes, cocktail – is a breeze. Our City and Commuter-style step-through models are popular for riding to work, running errands, or heading out on the town. Step-throughs are ideal for city riding or jumping on and off frequently for deliveries. It’s also easier to mount a heavily-loaded ebike and keep control of the weight. Rad Power Bikes’ customers often prefer a step-through frame to more easily put a foot down when stopping and starting with heavy loads. Our models offer 275 - 350 lbs of cargo-carrying payload capacities. Our step-through ebikes have the same power and terrain-tackling features as their high-step counterparts and are good for any ride type. Any person can enjoy the advantages of this frame – simply step through, and ride proudly, Rad friends. Happily, a frame design is simply that – a design: One that’s lower to the ground, easier to mount, and better for carrying rear loads. Thus launched more than a century of the misperception and stereotype that step-through bikes are only for women. Bikes were traditionally defined as “men” and “women” bikes a step-through frame design was a “women” or lady’s bike, invented in the 1800s to accommodate a female’s long, pesky skirts. The term “step-through” seems obvious, but it is a newer label in the biking world. One of our two cargo-style ebikes, the RadRunner, is designed solely in a step-through frame to help the front rider easily balance its rear passenger or cargo weight. Step-through frames tend to offer a slightly more upright riding position while you’re pedaling which puts a little less pressure on wrists and lower back.Ĭarrying passengers, pets, groceries, or a quick run for take-out? No matter your cargo, the lower frame shape of a step-through frame offers additional stability when balancing a heavier rear load. We hear from many customers that they are able to start riding again or ride even more with an accessible frame and optional power boost to their pedaling.īecause of their lower frame shape, these ebikes are especially comfortable for people who are shorter, seniors, or people with mobility or physical challenges. Step-through frames provide balance and stability, while the electric power helps support your ride. Our step-through models are also typically engineered with gears allowing you to shift your pedaling cadence across different terrains or elevations. Almost all of Rad Power Bikes’ models offer step-through options because of the many benefits that a lower standover height provides for any rider or ride-style.īy design, our step-through electric bikes come with chargeable batteries, motors, and controllers, providing power support up to 20 mph of power through pedal assist or a half-twist throttle. More importantly, it helps make the ride Rad. Step-through frames are a purpose-built shape that create a naturally low center of gravity,helping make the bikes strong, durable, and balanced. I do believe you'll enjoy your ride, especially with the great discounted price this month.These ebikes are referred to by their frame design - the frame is low enough that a rider can “step” easily to mount and ride. If you want to butch it up a little bit with different knobby tires, check out the first pic in this thread: Have tricked it out with a few accessories and it's becoming a very good fit for my life. I got a dual-bottle water holder for the front stem started out with a single bottle on the downtube, but kept kicking into it when getting on/off, especially with a long-nosed Cloud 9 seat I'm pretty far forward when doing that. It's a great little bike and I don't think I look too goofy on it, based on store window reflections, and nobody has laughed out loud so far. My knees were pretty much insisting on the ST, but I briefly thought "girl's bike? circus clown? Shriner?" until I remembered that I'm old enough to not give a crap. I'm a little shorter and a little lighter than you, but about the same age. I don't think you'll regret your decision to buy the StepThru.
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