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Commuter e-bikes

  • Aventon Level.2: Commuter e-bike with a step-through frame. The Level.2 has a maximum assisted speed of 28mph. It has a torque sensor for responsive pedal assist, as well as a throttle. Borrow this bike.

    Usually sells for $1699 from Aventon. The manufacturer offers a 5% discount for medical providers, military, nurses, first responders, students, and teachers. You can also find Aventon e-bikes at Black Dog Bikes in Staunton, Kul Wheels in Richmond, or Mole Hill Bikes near Harrisonburg.

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Aventon Level.2

  • Velotric T1ST: Lightweight e-bike with a maximum assisted speed of 25mph. It has a torque sensor for responsive pedal assist. It doesn’t have a throttle, but at 36lb, you probably don’t need one. Borrow this bike.

    Usually sells for $999-1499 from Velotric. Velotric offers a $60 discount for students, or you can save $50 with our referral link.

    This bike was generously donated to the e-bike library by Velotric.

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Velotric T1ST

  • Ride1Up Prodigy: Commuter e-bike with a mid-step frame and a mid-drive motor. Doesn’t have a throttle, but since it uses a responsive torque sensor, you probably won’t miss it. Borrow this bike.

    Usually sells for $1895 to $2295 from Ride1Up.

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  • Ride1Up Turris. A cruiser-style e-bike with swept-back handlebars and an upright riding position. Borrow this bike.

    Usually sells for $1095-1295 from Ride1Up.

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Turris

  • RadMission: Lightweight single-speed e-bike with a mid-step frame. Surprisingly capable on hills, but you’ll have to pedal. Borrow this bike.

    This model is discontinued, but you can find similar models from various brands for about $800-1200. If you like this bike, you might also like the Lectric XP Lite, Aventon Soltera.2, or Velotric T1ST.

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Cargo e-bikes

  • RadRunner Plus: Utility e-bike with wide tires and a low stepover height. Great for carrying cargo or a passenger; you can borrow a child seat for kids under 40lb, or a seat cushion and rear handlebar for bigger kids. Borrow this bike.

    Usually sells for $1799 from Rad Power Bikes.

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  • RadWagon 4: Cargo e-bike. Our only bike that can carry two kids. You can borrow one or two child seats for kids under 40lb, or a seat cushion for bigger kids. Borrow this bike.

    Usually sells for $1799 from Rad Power Bikes.

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  • Lectric XP 3.0. Folding utility e-bike with wide tires and a low stepover height. Great for carrying cargo or a passenger; you can borrow a child seat for kids under 40lb, or a seat and extra handlebar for older kids. Borrow this bike.

    Usually sells for $999 from Lectric.

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