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What are the benefits for riding an electric bike in Santa Monica?There are many benefits to riding an electric bike in Santa Monica. Here are a few:Reduced Traffic Congestion: Santa Monica is a busy city with heavy traffic, and riding an electric bike can help reduce congestion on the roads. Electric bikes can easily navigate through traffic, and with their assisted pedaling, riders can travel faster than traditional bicycles.Improved Health and Fitness: Riding an electric bike is still a form of exercise, and can help improve cardiovascular health and build muscle strength. Even though the m …
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Aventon is a company that specializes in electric bikes, offering a range of models that are designed for different purposes. One of the key features of Aventon's electric bikes is their pedal assist and throttle system, which allows riders to pedal along with an electric motor that provides additional power to help them go faster and farther.In the United States, electric bikes are generally classified into three classes: Class 1, Class 2, and Class 3. Class 1 electric bikes are equipped with a pedal assist system that provides assistance only when the rider is pedaling, and the motor st …
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Aventon Dealer Spotlight: Bike AttackNovember 23, 2022Taking a historic ride down memory lane, we’re sharing the story of the first electric bike shop in Los Angeles! Born and bred in Berlin, Germany, and now rooted in the greater Los Angeles, California area, Bike Attack is a pioneering figure in the e-mobility movement. In addition to being the first ebike shop in LA, Bike Attack has a rich founding history that’s transversed two continents, having now established itself as a trusted staple in the community. With two prominent locations in Santa Monica and Playa Vista, we had the absolute pl …
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A 'How to Ride a Bicycle on the Street’ GuideRiding a bike on the road seems simple enough. Doesn’t it? How hard can it possibly be? Stay in the bike lane. Signal when necessary. Watch for cars. Wear a helmet. It’s not rocket science! Well, not entirely. There are certain rules in motion. Gravity and physics and all that. But that’s got nothing to do with the rules of the road. Oh no. That’s an entirely different mess with plenty of people out there moving right along with you, past you, beside you. Zipping and zooming around in their own worlds. And with an ebike moving at speeds up to 28 mil …
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eBike vs Car: Can an Electric Bike Replace a Car?Are you looking to make a change in your routine, or simply just tired of being stuck in traffic all day? Maybe you want to stop driving altogether or, at the very least, decrease the amount of time spent in your vehicle. But in reality, can an ebike replace a car fully? Making the decision between an e-bike vs car may seem like a big decision to make, but we are here to let you know why it isn’t.So, which is better? We’re here to help you decide. If you’re considering ditching your car for an electric bike, but are still on the fence about the …
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