Justin Fredericks

The Electron Wheel - Turn your standard bicycle into an electric bike.

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Ram
I remember seeing this tech before 3 years :) It's copenhagen wheel..Check the video..:)
Joseph Ayoub
This is one of the best things I saw on PH in a while. A bit expensive, but would definitely buy it if it was around 499$.
Cem Carak
@joseph_ayoub How much is it?
Electron Wheel
Hey @cemedericarak, we currently retail for $799 and offer free shipping within the US :)
Rotem Yakir
Elizabeth
@rotemthegolfer killin' it with these guerrilla gifs, bruh
Rotem Yakir
@elizabethhunker hehe, thanks mate
Andreas Duess
So, basically a direct copy of the Copenhagen wheel?
Electron Wheel
Hey @andreasduess, not quite! There are some major differences between our systems. Electron Wheel is a front wheel replacement which doesn't require tools to install, you always retain use of your rear gear cluster, and our price is $300 less.
Neil Borden
that's so cool! is there any special anti-theft system?
Electron Wheel
Hey @neil_borden, we've engineered two loop throughs on both sizes of wheel to allow the user to lock their wheel separately from their bike. We're also working on some anti-theft features to be integrated into our app.
Jason Diaz
@neil_borden Slap a tile on lol
Ryan Hoover
CHEATERS. j/k, this is cool.
Tom
Similar to the Copenhagen wheel. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Co... and less expensive than https://www.superpedestrian.com
Howie Chang
This wheel alone weigh 9kg. It's heavier than my road bike and I can't imagine cycling with it turned off even on a flat road. Or are you suppose to turn it on all the time?
Electron Wheel
Hey @howiec, you can ride with the wheel powered off without issue, though most user's do elect to ride with it on. We have three power levels to choose from depending on the assist you're wanting on your ride and a range of 30 miles. Impact on turning radius due to weight is only marginally impacted at speeds below 20mph.
Andreas Duess
@howiec Would be interested to know how this affects handling as well. That's a fair bit of weight added to the front wheel.
Cem Carak
This is very cool! Can I choose to not use the motor and pedal only instead to charge the battery for later use? That would be cool.
Electron Wheel
Hey @cemedericarak, no regenerative braking on our FWD system as the energy captured would be marginal. But we do have a 30 mile range, three power modes to toggle between to maximize battery, and you can certainly ride with the wheel off if you prefer. We also have a rapid charging option which will give you a full charge in just 2-3 hours :)
Ouriel Ohayon
oops $800...
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