Electric Summer Days

Summer’s here! If cruising the Beaches with the wind in your hair sounds like just the way you want to spend your long lazy days, an e-bike should be on your wishlist. Energy Electric Bikes in Brookvale have the lowdown.

It doesn’t get much better than riding around on an e-bike, in your boardies or sundress, on a hot Saturday afternoon.

Whether you’re travelling to your favourite beach, heading to the city (via ferry) or saving money on Uber rides, e-bikes have quickly become the healthiest and most economical mode of transport for the Summer.

Imagine effortlessly pedalling up the hill to Long Reef Headland or stopping off for fish and chips at Ocean Master Newport. If you don’t fancy tracking the hills and the traffic between Mosman and Palm Beach, this sexy two-wheeler is probably your new best friend.

Research also shows e-bikes are an excellent form of aerobic and cardiovascular exercise, even for experienced mountain bikers. And while we roll on towards New Year’s Eve and resolutions start weighing on your mind, an e-bike could be the best alternative to your next half-used gym membership. Believe us, we know what that feels like.

A LOCAL’S PERSPECTIVE

Earlier this year, we discovered ebikerdiary.com, a personal blog by Richard Alaba, an energetic local who loves to explore the Beaches on his e-bike.

Richard shares information and adventures on all the best rides on the Beaches and around NSW.

“This blog is different in two ways,” says Richard on his website.

“It is for road-averse riders who place high priority on safety, and it tries to show what the ride looks like rather than worry about maps and riding data. This means all posted routes avoid riding on roads, and there are lots of photos of what to expect.”

As an e-bike enthusiast, Richard has posted over 120 rides including hundreds of kilometres of visual delights on the Northern Beaches. Check out www.ebikerdiary.com for his Northern Beaches Grand Loop story for epic photography, a sweet

run-down of the ride and a wonderful three minute video to get you inspired for the Summer.

If you’re thinking about venturing further afield, Richard’s blog also includes rides in Melbourne, Albury, Wollongong, Newcastle, Thredbo, Jindabyne and Uluru. Each tour is described in terms of start and finish points, scenic highlights, overall length, approximate time taken, plus a map. And with 20 years of professional photography experience, it’s worth visiting just for the photos.

So, what are you waiting for? Leave the car, scooter and BMX in the garage, grab a test ride at Energy Electric Bikes in Brookvale and get ready to make the most out of your Summer.

Oh, and did we mention, Monday to Friday will look a whole lot better on the back of an e-bike too. If peak hour traffic does your head in, this might be the most worthy investment you make in 2023. •

Beaches COVERED.'s choices of e-Bikes from 222.energyelectricbikes.com

Earth T-Rex Mixie Sage - from $3890

NCM Moscow M3 - From $1895

NCM Milano T3 - From $1895

5 Reasons to get an e-Bike this Summer

Hassle free parking - Just find yourself a post and you’re sorted

Fitness first - Riding an e-bike will help you get fit and support your mental health

Eco-friendly - No gas, no emissions. E-bikes are better for you and better for the environment

Go further - E-bikes enhance your riding experience because you can go further than ever before

Happy days - Not only can you go further and faster, but you’ll actually enjoy your commute

Jump on and enjoy the ride

Shop 6/674 Pittwater Road, Brookvale // 0418 977 227 // www.energyelectricbikes.com