Welcome back to The Weekly Recharge – Episode 44! 🚲
This week we’ve got big e-bike launches, import trade shakeups, and a head-to-head showdown between two of the hottest hardtail eMTBs on the market. Plus, we dive deep into your viewer Q&A about trail etiquette, road trip bike security, and which models are best for riders with unique needs.

📰 News of the Week

JackRabbit MG Doble & MG Renegade – New “micro haulers” that blur the line between bike, scooter, and cargo EV. Tandem-ready, off-road capable, compact folding design.

Trek Fuel+ & Domane+ ALR – Trek’s mid-power eMTB gets a major upgrade with the new TQ-HPR60 motor and bigger battery. Domane+ adds an affordable aluminum version.

Priority Skyline – Commuter bike with Pinion auto-shifting gearbox + Gates belt drive, 750W motor, and 720Wh battery. Low-maintenance, high-tech urban ride.

Global Import Shake-Up – Chinese bike imports plunge 42%, Cambodia becomes the U.S.’s top supplier.

🛠 In Testing / Recent Reviews
- Velotric Triker
- Retrospec Roo XL & Roo short tail cargo bikes
- Fiido Nomads touring e-bike
- Urtopia Fusion Pro carbon
- Mercedes Team Rallye Edition 750

🌲 Trail of the Week

Silver Comet Trail (GA) – 61.5 miles of scenic forest, trestle bridges, and historic tunnels. Class 1 e-bikes allowed.
https://www.silvercometga.com/

💬 Viewer Q&A Highlights

- TrailRush vs Aventon Ramblas – Which hardtail eMTB is the better buy under $3K?
- Over-the-Air Updates – Should every e-bike have them?
- Road Trip Bike Security – Best ways to transport and protect your e-bikes on long trips.
- Lectric One Improvements – What we’d love to see in future versions.
- Best E-Bike Under $2K for a 300-lb Rider – Aventon Aventure 3, Velotric Nomad 2, or Ride1Up Vorsa?
- Battery Innovation – Do we need heated/cooled battery covers for extreme climates?

🔥 Deals of the Week

Trek – Up to 45% off select models.
https://ebrdeals.com/TrekPromos

Aventon Summer Sale – Up to $500 off Aventure 2, Pace 500.3, Level 3, and more.
https://ebrdeals.com/AventonPromos

🙌 Rider of the Week: Dawn Shoviak – sharing smart tips on trail etiquette and why bells can be better than voice alerts.

📌 Links & Resources:
Bikes Discussed in this Episode: 
https://ebrdeals.com/JackRabbitMGDoble 
https://ebrdeals.com/JackRabbitMGRenegade
https://ebrdeals.com/TrekFuelPlus 
https://ebrdeals.com/TrekDomanePlus
https://ebrdeals.com/PrioritySkyline 
https://electricbikereport.com/ride1up-trailrush-review/
https://electricbikereport.com/aventon-ramblas-review/ 
https://electricbikereport.com/lectric-one-review/ 
https://electricbikereport.com/velotric-nomad-2x-review/
https://electricbikereport.com/aventon-aventure-3-review/ 
https://electricbikereport.com/ride1up-vorsa-review/ 

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00:00 - Intro
00:38 - News Of The Week
00:49 - New JackRabbit Bikes!
03:04 - New Trek Bikes!
05:10 - New Priority Bike!
06:44 - Chinese Bike Imports Plummet
08:49 - Currently Testing & Recent Reviews
11:01 - E-Bike Trail Systems
14:43 - Questions & Comments
15:02 - Ride1Up TrailRush Or Aventon Ramblas
20:07 - Should OTA be a thing on all e-bikes?
24:08 - How to travel with your e-bike safely
27:08 - Improvements to the Lectric ONE?
29:56 - Aventure 3 vs Nomad 2 vs Vorsa for Joe
34:17 - What about battery heating/cooling?
35:54 - Deals Of The Week
37:05 - Rider Highlight
38:54 - Wrap Up