Overview of research and thoughts in a search for a production fat tire electric bike that will be used for commuting.
Overview of research and thoughts in a search for a production fat tire electric bike that will be used for commuting.
It will also include extra information including modifications, alternative parts, and riding gear.
It will also include extra information including modifications, alternative parts, and riding gear.
Prices in the spread sheet above have been adjusted to even dollar amounts, in USD, and include any expected upgrades offered with the bike from the manufacturer.
Commuting will primarily be on developed bike path (50%), with on road riding as well (50%). The commute will be done in all seasons, including winter (Local Weather).
Summer:
- Commuter tires
- Hot weather gear
- Ultra light/vented helmet
Mild:
- Commuter tires
Winter:
- Studded tires
- Cold weather gear
- Extra work and street cloths
- Insulted helmet
New bike check list:
Alternative Parts:
Alternative Parts:
Tires:
Pedals:
- BC Bicycle Company, Wide Platform Mountain Bike Pedals
- Bonmixc, Bicycle Pedals 9/16" MTB Dh Platform Pedals Cycling Sealed Bearing Bike Pedals
- Bonmixc, Mountain Bike Pedals, 9/16" Cycling Four Pcs Sealed Bearing Bicycle Pedals
- Terra Hiker, Flat Pedals, 9/16" Bicycle Pedals, Aluminium Alloy Bike Pedals with Three Bearings
- Superstar Components, Nano-x EVO Pedals
- Alston, Mountain Bike Pedals, Ultra Strong Colorful Cr-Mo CNC Machined 9/16" Cycling Sealed 3 Bearing Pedals
- Alston, Bike Pedal Platorm, Injection Magnesium CNC Machined Body, CR-MO Material 9/16" Spindle, 2 pcs Ultra Sealed bearing,Blue color
- RockBros, Varies
Bells/Horns:
- West Biking, Cycling Bells Aluminum Alloy Bicycle Q Stealth Bells
- Aluminum Bicycle Bike Bell Ring Horn Durable Crisp Clear Sound Mountain Bike Bell
Racks:
Riding Gear:
Riding Gear: