FAQ’s
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test1. What is a gravel bike?
A gravel bike is a versatile bicycle designed to handle a variety of terrains, including paved roads, gravel paths, dirt trails, and more. It features wider tyres and relaxed geometry to provide a comfortable and stable ride on rough surfaces.
2. How is a gravel bike different from a road bike?
While road bikes are optimized for speed and efficiency on smooth pavement, gravel bikes are designed to handle off-road conditions. Gravel bikes have wider tyres with more tread, disc brakes for better stopping power, and additional clearance to accommodate mud and debris
Can I use a gravel bike for road cycling?
Yes, gravel bikes are versatile enough to be used on paved roads and are quite capable of handling road cycling. They may be slightly slower on the road compared to a dedicated road bike due to the wider tyres and more relaxed geometry.
Can I use my gravel bike for commuting?
Gravel bikes are a great choice for commuting, especially if your route includes a mix of paved and unpaved surfaces. With many models coming with mounting points allowing for you to easily attach racks and panniers, making them practical for daily commuting.
3. What Tyre size is common for gravel bikes?
Gravel bikes usually come with Tyre widths ranging from 35mm to 45mm or even wider. The wider tyres offer increased traction and stability on loose surfaces.
Can I use tubeless tyres on a gravel bike?
Most gravel bikes come with tubeless compatible rims allowing for you to run tubeless tyres. Tubeless setups offer several advantages, including reduced puncture risk, lower tyre pressures for improved traction, and a smoother ride.
4. Do gravel bikes come in different frame materials?
Yes, gravel bikes are available in various frame materials, including aluminium, steel, and carbon fibre. Each material offers difference characteristics, such as ride feel, durability and weight.
5. How does an e-bike work?
An eBike. has a motor that provides power assist to the rider while pedalling. The rider can control the level of assist or switch to full electric mode, depending on the model.
How far will an electric bike go?
The range of an eBike on average is somewhere between 20-100kms. However, the exact range will depend on a range of factors that impact the distance you will get out of your battery. The main factors that impact the range include battery size, assist mode, total weight of load including rider and gear, tyre pressure, tyre type, terrain (hill grade) and temperature.
What types of electric bikes do you sell?
At MyRide, we’re strong believers that eBikes are the future! Electric bikes take your favourite parts of cycling and make them effortless. Whether you’re looking to extend your trail rides with an electric mountain bikes., make your daily travel easier with an electric commuter bike., look to smash those hills on an electric road bike. or get your little one shredding on a kids electric bike., our wide range has you covered. eBikes will change the way you ride; not only are they a great way to increase your time on two wheels, they make it more fun too!
6. Will an electric bike get me fit?
eBikes offer a range of benefits including enabling you to travel further, an alternative to commuting, and encouraging more people to get into cycling. Even though eBikes provides a level of pedalling assistance, you can still improve your fitness. One way to increase your fitness on an eBike is when riding up a hill you have the ability to change the assistance mode to a lower one allowing for more of the power to be generated by you rather than the motor, when riding on flat opt for turning the assistance completely off and causing the power to be generated by your legs. Whether you’re riding an electric road, gravel or mountain bike , you can stay out longer on the bike even if the intensity is lower; there is a big correlation between riding duration and fitness improvement.
7. How fast do your electric bikes go?
The maximum power output of an ebike. is limited to 250 watts and the maximum speed is restricted to 25 kmph under Australian standards.
8. Can I use an electric bike for commuting to work?
Yes, an electric bike. can be a great option for commuting to work. Electric bikes can help reduce the time and effort of commuting, especially for longer distances, and can also save money on transportation costs.
9. What is a hub motor in an electric bike?
A hub motor is a type of electric motor that is built into the center of the wheel of an electric bike. Hub motors provide power to the wheel, allowing the bike to move without pedaling. Hub motors are commonly found in the rear wheel.