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Machines & gadgets that caused a stir at Eurobike

Posted By EbikesDirectUK on Outdoor Sports

https://www.e-bikesdirect.co.uk - E-Bikes Direct were at the Eurobike show in Friedrichshafen, Germany this week and boy were we impressed at what we saw! Reflecting the growth of the electric bike market there were electric bikes exhibited in every hall with massive sections devoted to the machines that we love.

National Cycle To Work Day at E-Bikes Direct

Posted By EbikesDirectUK on Outdoor Sports

https://www.e-bikesdirect.co.uk - Thursday 8th August brings National Cycle to Work Day in the UK. Here at E-Bikes Direct we work with multiple schemes who work together with your employer to provide YOU with a tax free bicycle while spreading the cost monthly - making it easy for anyone to get on 2 wheels, get fit, save the planet and (maybe) even get to work on time!

Electric Bikes and older riders

Posted By EbikesDirectUK on Outdoor Sports

https://www.e-bikesdirect.co.uk - Electric bikes are very popular among older people. Around 40% of our customers at E-bikes Direct are over 50 years old. You won’t find such a large number of people from that group buying traditional bikes.What’s the draw to e-bikes by older folk?

Take a fresh look at commuting

Posted By EbikesDirectUK on Outdoor Sports

https://www.e-bikesdirect.co.uk - As the days get longer and the evenings lighter, its an ideal time to get outside on your bike and enjoy some fresh air. But for many of us, it can be hard to find the time to fit in a bike ride alongside our already busy schedules.

Government Fit Miles Scheme - Pedal & Weight Loss Assist?

Posted By EbikesDirectUK on Outdoor Sports

https://www.e-bikesdirect.co.uk - News broke this morning that the UK government has put £100 million towards tackling obesity in the UK as a measure to making the nation healthier. Could getting an E-Bike help with your waistline?

Diabetes and Electric Bikes - Join the UK Wide Cycle Ride

Posted By EbikesDirectUK on Outdoor Sports

https://www.e-bikesdirect.co.uk - Diabetes UK has a mission to make a world where diabetes can do no harm. Leading the fight against the UK’s biggest and growing health crisis, a fight that involves us all – sharing knowledge and taking on diabetes together.This October, take your fitness up a gear and cycle across the UK virtually, your way. Whether you’re a weekend warrior, take it a mile at a time, or like to feel the burn on the spin bike, choose a distance that suits you then complete it however and wherever you want.

Highway Code - What Do These Changes Mean For Cyclists?

Posted By EbikesDirectUK on Outdoor Sports

https://www.e-bikesdirect.co.uk - If you're a British motorist or cyclist, chances are you've heard that the Highway Code is changing as of January 2022. Now, while most of the technical lingo is lost on most of us, these alterations have been widely condensed into 8 key points, 7 of which affect cyclists, and they're changes that all of us should be aware of.So, what do these changes mean for the UK's cyclists?

CUBE ebikes go live with E-Bikes Direct

Posted By EbikesDirectUK on Outdoor Sports

https://www.e-bikesdirect.co.uk - Here at E-Bikes Direct we proudly announce we’re selling the new line of CUBE e-bikes. Founded in 1993, this Waldershof, Germany cycling manufacturers have seen sales growth regularly topping 10% a year and are now one of the biggest independent ebike makers in Europe and aren't sowing signs of slowing down!

Cycle to Work - Could You Benefit from the Green Commute Initiative?

Posted By EbikesDirectUK on Outdoor Sports

https://www.e-bikesdirect.co.uk - As part of the government’s drive to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, it has long offered employees of most companies in the UK a method to get a bike or e-bike at a reduced price. Here at e-Bikes Direct we have signed up to all of the schemes on offer, allowing you to get an e-bike with as much as a 47% discount on its list price and paying for it through salary sacrifice. One of these is the Green Commute Initiative.

Electric Mountain Biking - The Future of Adventure Sports

Posted By EbikesDirectUK on Outdoor Sports

https://www.e-bikesdirect.co.uk - Are you an adrenaline junkie looking for a new adventure? Do you love to explore the great outdoors but struggle with steep inclines and rocky terrain? Look no further than electric mountain biking! With the latest advancements in electric bike technology, brands like Merida and Lapierre are revolutionizing the world of adventure sports.

Reducing Transport Emissions - The "Low Hanging Fruit"

Posted By EbikesDirectUK on Outdoor Sports

https://www.e-bikesdirect.co.uk - Climate change is hitting and we all need to do our bit. How could buying an e-bike help? As we will discuss it could significantly reduce your transport emissions and ultimately help humanity avert the disaster that we can see unfolding. Carbon emissions from transport now account for 25% of the UK’s overall CO2 emissions. It’s not surprising that the government sees this as "low hanging fruit" - something that can be quite easily fixed.

New Wheels Resolution - Make The Change for 2023

Posted By EbikesDirectUK on Outdoor Sports

https://www.e-bikesdirect.co.uk - 2022 is on the way out, and it is fair to say a majority of the country aren't too sad to see the back of its ugly head. At a time where the country faces the greatest inflation rate on record & thousands of households are unsettled & anxious about the future, what can we invest our time, energy & money into today that'll perhaps better our tomorrow?

Queueing For Fuel? Let The E Cut The Q!

Posted By EbikesDirectUK on Outdoor Sports

https://www.e-bikesdirect.co.uk - The petrol shortages and rocketing price of fuel are hitting the UK hard, making normal everyday activities a challenge for us all. From taking the children to school, getting to an appointment on time, or simply driving to and from work, it seems we can no longer just jump in the car and drive to our destination without a worry. There's never been a better time to swap the E10 for an E-Bike!

Lyke no other - Haibike Introduce Their All New eMTB

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https://www.e-bikesdirect.co.uk - Haibike introduce their all new Full Suspension thorough-bred eMTB series. Featuring the new, innovative Fazua Ride 60 crank drive motor & frame integrated battery, and Haibikes latest CF frame geometry to achieve one hell of a USP. Lyke is born!

Arrow XL- Our Trusted Courier

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https://www.e-bikesdirect.co.uk - When buying an Electric Bike from us, there are procedures and precautions in place to ensure that your item(s) arrive with you in factory condition, in fact, after our in-house assembly & once over, even better! We would hate for this diligence to be in vain, that's why the care taken of your items once they leave us is incredibly important to us.We have recently joined forces with Arrow XL, "The UKs largest and longest established two-person home delivery and warehousing specialist", to provide a trust worthy and customer focused experience.