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The Pinkbike team concludes their Arkansas mountain bike field test with a roundtable discussion on their favorite and least favorite bikes tested, sharing insights and inviting listener questions, while promoting their podcast and sponsors.
The Metropolitan Police in Merton conducted Operation Frostwatch, seizing 37 illegal or dangerous e-bikes and scooters, making 57 arrests, recovering weapons, and securing a closure order to combat crime and anti-social behaviour linked to gang activity and street offences.
The article predicts a surge in e-bike brands using the new Avinox motor, a decline in global enduro racing's prominence, and limited adoption of electronic suspension systems in mountain biking, highlighting industry trends and challenges for 2026.
A mother in South Pasadena reports her twin boys' Christmas gift e-bikes, worth $12,000, were stolen from her gated complex on Christmas Day, and she is seeking help to find the suspect.
A 17-year-old from Garwood, New Jersey, has been charged with two counts of first-degree murder after striking and killing two teen girls on e-bikes in Cranford, NJ, in a hit-and-run incident. The victims, best friends, were hit while riding home from a school event and died later that night. The suspect was apprehended after fleeing the scene, and authorities are seeking additional information from the public.
Segway's first U.S. e-bikes, the Xafari and Xyber, offer unique designs and high-end tech, with the Xafari being a versatile Class 2 bike suitable for city and off-road riding, and the Xyber a powerful, off-road-only beast with high speeds and long range, both featuring advanced navigation, security, and connectivity features.
DJI has launched its Amflow electric mountain bikes in the US, featuring the advanced Avinox drive system with a 1000W motor and GaN fast-charging tech, but they come with a high price tag ranging from $7,500 to $10,200. The bikes offer various assist modes and smart connectivity, and DJI is licensing the system to other manufacturers, potentially leading to more affordable options in the future.
Lotte Kopecky criticized Demi Vollering for her lack of respect towards their team, SD Worx-ProTime, as Vollering prepares to join FDJ-Suez. The UCI is considering banning carbon monoxide for performance enhancement due to health concerns. Lapierre is returning to the WorldTour with Team Picnic PostNL, and California is launching a program offering up to $2,000 off e-bikes for eligible buyers. Ben O'Connor plans to race in the Tour de France with realistic expectations against top competitors.
Running influencer Matt Choi has been banned from participating in the New York Marathon due to his use of e-bikes, which violates the event's rules. This decision highlights the marathon's strict adherence to traditional running standards and the importance of fair competition.
Running influencer Matthew Choi has been disqualified from the New York City Marathon and banned from future events after using e-bikes to film his run, violating race rules. Choi, who has a large social media following, apologized for the incident, acknowledging the disruption caused to other runners and accepting full responsibility. Despite the option to appeal, he has chosen not to contest the ban.
Amazon Prime Day has kicked off with significant discounts across various categories, including tech from Samsung, Google, OnePlus, and Motorola, as well as smart home devices, e-bikes, smart TVs, and fashion. Highlights include Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite for $250, Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones for $300, and various e-bikes and power stations at substantial discounts. More deals are expected to roll out over the next two days.
The launch of Minnesota's e-bike rebate application portal was postponed due to technical issues shortly after it opened. The program, which offers rebates of 50-75% of an e-bike's cost up to $1,500, aims to make e-bikes more accessible and boost local bike shops. Officials are working to resolve the issues and have not announced a new launch date.
E-bikes in the USA are set to become more expensive after June 14 as a tariff exemption on Chinese-produced parts expires, leading to a 25% increase in import duties. This change, part of new tariffs announced by the Biden administration, will affect e-bikes, carbon fiber frames, and children's bikes, likely raising consumer prices and impacting the market.
South Bay residents are increasingly concerned as groups of teenagers on e-bikes engage in reckless and harassing behavior, prompting multiple law enforcement agencies to respond with citations and impoundments. Despite efforts to curb the issue, including new regulations and increased patrols, the problem persists, especially in areas like Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach, and Redondo Beach. Authorities urge the community to report any incidents of reckless riding or harassment.
Lithium-ion batteries used in e-bikes and scooters have become a leading cause of fires in New York City, with incidents increasing nearly nine-fold since the pandemic. The surge in popularity of these devices, combined with improper maintenance and defects from older models, has led to a significant rise in battery-related fires, causing injuries and fatalities. The FDNY is cracking down on illegal shops and pushing for nationwide standards to address this fire safety crisis.