Bicycles

Rear suspension systems make a big difference on mountain bikes, but most such setups are a bit "much" for use on regular commuter bikes. The Type 57x bicycle was made with that fact in mind, as it features low-profile frame-integrated rear shocks.

The Orbit Drive promises an ebike transmission, built into the motor housing, that lasts for thousands of miles without maintenance, boosts efficiency and range, allows regenerative braking, and comes out lighter than most ebike drive systems.

Cargo ebikes are shaping up as great alternatives to the family car for shopping trips into town or school runs. Now Cannondale has joined the likes of Aventon, Tern, Rad and Specialized with two new Bosch-powered models.

Earlier this year, Specialized revealed the first in a new line of Globe cargo ebikes. That Haul ST model is now joined by a second ride with a longer rear end for carrying more cargo per trip, or seating up to three kids for the school run.

Even though tubeless tires have pretty much become standard on mountain bikes, most riders still carry a separate multitool and tire plug kit. Crankbrothers' new F16 combines the two – along with a chain tool – in one device.

While there are now a ton of ebikes on the market, many are heavy, kinda dumpy-looking things from obscure companies. Santa Cruz's new carbon Skitch, however, is sleek, lightweight, and ready to hit the street or gravel.

The Redmond home of the blue-wheeled ebikes has updated its versatile 9S Pro commuter with a UL-certified battery and motor system, responsive torque sensing and the choice of a step-through frame for the first time.

Californian ebike maker Aventon has launched the next generation of its stealthy city ride. The Soltera 2 keeps the same lightweight frame and look but gains a more responsive torque sensor, a safety-certified downtube battery, and rear signaling.

California-based veteran folding bike maker Dahon has revealed the 2024 version of its Unio E20 commuter ebike, which collapses down for easy between-ride carry, rocks a 20-mph mid-drive motor, and the rider sits on a 100-km battery.

Italian bike maker 3T has revealed a longer-range version of its RaceMax Boost gravel ebike. The Ultra Boost has a starting weight of 12 kg, and features a Mahle hub motor paired with a 150-km battery, plus the option of a range extender.

Chinese e-mobility company Engwe has launched the smooth-riding X-Series folding ebikes, which feature a smooth-riding triple-suspension system, powerful motors, and dual batteries for up to 93 miles of per-charge adventures.

Over the years, we've seen a bunch of ebikes that are more moped than bike, including recent models from Super73, Yamaha, Bandit and Engwe. Now Trek is riding out with the Electra Ponto Go, its own take on the fun moto-inspired vibe.

While cargo e-trikes definitely are a greener, cheaper-to-maintain alternative to delivery vans, their layout is limited by having to accommodate a chain-drive drivetrain. The Yakbike takes a different approach, as its drivetrain is electronic.

Though fat-tire ebikes from China's Cyrusher have the look of mid-drive beasts, they all roll with rear-hub drives. Until now. The oddly-named company has announced its first bona fide mid-drive adventure ebike in the shape of the Nitro.

Core Technologie recently put its 3D printing software to work in creating a single-speed bicycle. The aluminum and carbon bike ranks among the lightest out there, barely pushing the scale needle past the minimum weight of a Tour de France racer.