Atherton Bikes’ Post

My first adventure into upcycling and retrofitting. In this instance I took my mountain bike and, after a thorough clean, and with the support of many YouTube guides, transformed it into an e-mountain bike. At a fraction of the cost of a brand new ebike, this offered an affordable solution to step into the world of e-transport. As a disclaimer, if I were to do it again, I would take my bicycle and give it to a professional to install for the sake of having a warranty and to save the time taken to undo several obvious mistakes in hindsight. Just a thought if you are considering the step into the e-bike or e-auto world, there are more and more solutions coming to the market for all budgets. #upcycle #ElectricMobility #EVCharging #ChargingInfrastructure #CleanEnergy #SustainableTransport #GreenMobility #FutureOfMobility #RenewableEnergy #SmartCharging #ZeroEmissions #ChargingSolutions #EVRevolution #InfrastructureDevelopment #EcoFriendlyTransport #ChargeUp #ElectricVehicleNetwork #GreenCities #SustainabilityInTransport

Just two weeks remain for the UK cycle industry to have its say on the current Government consultation to double the permissible power of e-bikes, and to remove the need for pedalling. Trade bodies the The Bicycle Association of Great Britain (BA) and Association of Cycle Traders (ACT) have now teamed up to urge the industry to respond urgently and before the deadline on April 25th – with a strong recommendation to oppose both changes, for three key reasons: (1) It is unnecessary. The current regulations work well overall, with huge potential for growth as seen in other countries. There’s no evidence these changes would significantly boost demand – instead, for real e-bike growth we need safer cycling infrastructure, and purchase incentives to address affordability. (2) It is risky. It will take reputable suppliers some time to deliver safe, tested products to the new specification. So in the short-term this change will drive customers to order high fire risk 500W products online, and/or to tamper with existing e-bikes, also with potential fire risk. Longer-term, it risks moped-style regulations on the whole e-bike category, because with no pedalling required e-bikes would be seen as a light mopeds, not as cycles. There are also as yet unquantified risks from more powerful, heavier e-bikes sharing cycle lanes, risking further regulatory backlash. (3) It is the wrong approach. The industry welcomes innovation and the potential of new micromobility vehicle categories, but these proposals do not provide a sustainable framework for these new opportunities. We strongly urge that any new vehicle types, for example 500W, throttle e-bikes or e-scooters, be introduced under the comprehensive LZEV framework approach which was already proposed by the current Government, to provide category-specific regulations appropriate to each new vehicle type, and leave the well proven EAPC regulations broadly unchanged. These concerns, and suggested responses, are set out in more detail here: https://lnkd.in/ebfQn245 Steve Garidis Stephen Holt Tom Payton Kirsty Woodcock Georgia Yexley Simon Irons Marcus Bickerton David Middlemiss Daniel Gillborn Scott Cain Jonathan Harrison

The Sur-Ron bike, also known as the Sur-Ron Light Bee, has been featured in various news stories in recent months, and unfortunately, not always for good reasons. There have been problems, in some areas, with people riding these bikes in an anti-social manner and also without the use of crash-helmets. So, what are Sur-Ron bikes? The Sur-Ron bike is an electric dirt bike that has gained popularity for its powerful performance and has been marketed on the back of it’s eco-friendly nature. Originating from China, the Sur-Ron brand has made its mark in the world of electric motorcycles with its innovative approach and the company's focus on developing high-quality electric bikes. Sur-Ron bikes are designed to be versatile and capable of handling various terrains, making them ideal for both recreational riders and professional racers. It is unfortunate that they have become synonymous with anti-social behaviour in some quarters. With a strong emphasis on sustainability, Sur-Ron bikes are an example of how rapidly technology is progressing in the EV sector, providing affordable options on the environmentally conscious transportation front on two wheels as well as four wheels. #SurRonBike #ElectricDirtBike #EcoFriendlyRide #EVInnovation #GreenTransport #SustainableMobility #ElectricMotorcycles

Great to see James Metcalfe, Managing Director of our e-bike client VOLT Bikes, quoted this morning in both BBC News and The Daily Telegraph offering his verdict on the government’s proposal to double the maximum power output of e-bikes. James argues that lawmakers are failing to understand what the industry truly needs, saying: "It is our infrastructure that is lagging behind, not the technology in e-bikes...Ministers need to take action to build more cycle lanes and increase incentives for sustainable transport." VOLT's view is that if the UK is to reach Net Zero and match the progress seen in other cities like Paris or Amsterdam, then we need comprehensive legislation and regulatory reform that encourages active transport and urban development. What do you think? Read the full articles by the BBC's Tom Espiner, Katy Austin and Tom Singleton here: https://lnkd.in/gabTSZCe and The Telegraph's Gareth Corfield here: https://lnkd.in/eqU8Tw9Q

🚲 Consequences of a Damaged Chain and Sprocket on Bike Performance 🚲 Experiencing damage to the chain and sprocket on a bicycle can result in various repercussions. These may encompass compromised gear shifting and diminished pedaling efficiency, ultimately impacting the overall performance and safety of the ride. ✔ Reduced Efficiency: Inefficient power transfer between pedals and wheels, requiring more effort to maintain speed. ✔ Slipping Gears: Chain skipping or slipping, leading to an inconsistent and unreliable gear-shifting experience. ✔ Excessive Wear: Increased wear on cassette and chainrings, potentially necessitating costly replacements. ✔ Noisy Operation: Disruptive sounds from misalignment or irregularities in the teeth of the damaged chain or sprocket. ✔ Poor Shifting Performance: Difficulty in changing gears smoothly, impacting adaptability to different terrains. ✔ Safety Risks: Potential chain or sprocket failure while riding, increasing the risk of accidents. ✔ Premature Wear on Other Parts: Accelerated wear on the cassette, chainrings, and derailleur jockey wheels if the damaged chain is not promptly replaced. ✔ Uneven Tension: Uneven tension in the drivetrain, resulting in inefficient power transfer. ✔ Decreased Overall Performance: Compromised speed, handling, and overall enjoyment of the ride. ✔ Costly Repairs: Neglecting prompt attention to damage can lead to more extensive and expensive repairs in the future. Regular inspection and maintenance of the chain and sprocket are crucial for ensuring safe and efficient cycling. Prompt replacement of damaged components is recommended to prevent further issues and maintain bike performance. #cyclinglife #serviceprovider #bicyclekart #saturdaythoughts #bikesafety

There are eight people in the ~100m of road space in front of me in this picture... Eight. And yet, complete standstill... Fumes belching, stress levels rising, going nowhere. "Cyclists are so annoying, hogging the lane and going slowly..." 🤔 "Buses are terrible, they're never on time..." 🤷♀️ Aside from the massive environmental and health and wellbeing costs, one of the biggest impacts of our cars on our roads is space. When we're sat in our cars, we're each taking up the equivalent of a small living room's worth of space, and driving around our cities with a largely empty three-piece suite. It's crazy to think about the amount of energy that's wasted and excess emissions produced driving around this seating and equipment which is, for most car trips, surplus to requirements. The car is the least efficient mode of transport in terms of road capacity and space required. More of us need to be using more efficient modes - walking, cycling, public transport - more of the time. #sustainabletransport #cars #cycling #walking #bristol #commute

"Around 10,000 units that can be defined as cargo bikes sold in the UK in 2022, which is admittedly a small number, but nonetheless it was one of the few segments that retained growth and at the fastest rate of all segments" Large logistics companies are greening their fleets in urban areas, which will result in the sale of 400,000 cargo units this year, saving 300,000 tonnes of CO2 compared to using vans. The ePack4 is designed specifically for large logistic companies so that the transition can be made easily and they can still share a similar amount of cargo. In addition, the ePack line will include digital advertising, which will help organisations generate additional revenue. Here is the link to our official ePack video> https://bit.ly/3K7ZbSM Source: https://bit.ly/3Dm7WEU #ePack4 #lastmilelogistics #lastmile #london #transition #ecargo #sustainablefuture #sustainablebusinessstrategies #lastmile #cargoshipping #transition #ebikes #businessboost #urbantransformation #urbantransportation #transport #cyclelife #logistics

🌟 Dive into our latest blog post to uncover why e-bikes take the lead over regular bikes. 🏍️ Don’t fret; we have clarified the points in this blog. 🌐 So, let’s get started. Visit https://lnkd.in/gs-rVUUi #EcoMobility #FutureRide #NkeBikes #ElectricRevolution #investing #ebikerevolution #NkeBikes #GreenTransportation #GreenCommute #InvestInYourRide #FutureOfMobility #blogpost #blog #learningtogether #ExploreInStyle #LuxuryRide #escooterlife #bringiton #MustHaveStyle #RideTheFuture #regularbikes

🚗 Mobile living rooms... 📈 According to recent studies, around 34% of Berlin residents own one car, and the number has been rising in the pat 10 years, over 6% up! 🏙 I totally agree with Billy Clayton, our cities are not the countryside, they are not made for this massive amount of private vehicle. We all (including the drivers) pay the consequences in quality of the air, safety, lack of space. 🚗 Also considering that the majority of those cars are not moving on a daily basis, they simply occupy parking space, taking away areas that could be used for recreational activities, local restaurants and businesses, pedestrians, cyclists or public transportation. 🐻 Large cities like Berlin have the potential to take more courageous initiatives towards mobility. 🎯 Do you like how the mobility is handled in Berlin? What would you change? #berlin #mobility #futureofmobility #urbanplanning #bikes #carsharing #electriccars #brandenburg #mobilitysolutions

I’ve spoken with people about city centre transport planning, barriers to cycle commuting yet still we see no action. We feel ok to knock down houses, building and woodlands to create new road and rail networks but not dedicated traffic free cycle routes. Painting a white line along the roadside in the gutter margin does not create a comfortable cycle lane, they are normally full of debris, broken glass and drains, which give cyclists punctures and make them swerve to avoid. Cycle lanes on pavements are poorly perceived and pedestrians often drift into them or have to cross them to get onto the bus. Then what is thought of to be the better option, heavily invested in but not used is the ‘dedicated cycle path’ separated by kerb stones from both the road and paths. Look at that - the cyclists still aren’t using it! The road it travels alongside is a main road, with priority over all side roads, the cycle path is ‘junctioned’ with every road that joins the main road meaning that the cycle path stops at every adjoining road. As a cyclists if I ride on the main road I don’t have to stop, if I use the cycle path I have to stop and start at every side junction - am I giving you a clue? We need to draw a straight line across the map, clear the obstacles and create traffic free dedicated cycle routes and send a mini road sweeper along them once a month to keep them free of debris and litter. Then we would have something to offer commuters: - Cheaper transport to work - Environmentally friendly - Safe - Quicker If this country invested 20% of what it does in dedicated cycle routes as it does on road and rail improvements we would have a chance of turning this whole system round.