I Replaced my Car with an Electric Bike | Car-free living?
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- Опубліковано 3 вер 2020
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Electric Bike or Car? Have you tried an electric bicycle? Would you ride an e-bike instead of your car? I used to live in a city where everything was within walking distance. I would walk to the Grocery Store to buy ingredients for dinner but rural America is very sprawling and not exactly car-free designed.
Public transportation is not an option and unreliable in many parts of America. It is a privilege to have access to transportation.
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I bought mine a month ago and I’ve been loving it!!! 😌 it’s also heavily secured. I have an alarm, 2 d locks and a cable. Also just bought a mini license plate that says “Go Green” ❤️ proud of us.
Awwww! How’s it going? Did you find it to be efficient?
You pretty much nailed why riding a bike is awesome. I had forgotten the reasons after 35 years of riding to school and work so thanks for the refresher. My e-bike just extended my range and speed, I still get the exercise, outdoor experience and fresh air benefits! People still think I'm crazy when I commute through snowstorms though. Meh, we're not as delicate as we might think. RIDE YOUR BIKE!
Comparatively, it would be easier to adjust to living without a car than living without plastics, when plastic is everywhere in many ways, so then it becomes about reducing waste as much as possible by minimising the use of plastic items or reusing them as much as possible and then recycling them when it's time to chuck them away.
Good job. Videos like this improve my faith in people.
My wife and I recently rented bikes in Myrtle Beach and made the mistake of trusting Google Maps to take us there. Two hours and some sunburn later, we made it from our resort to the beach -- only to discover that there was a beautiful bike trail that could have taken us the entire way to the beach and saved us an hour and a half. So I guess the lesson in all that is bikes are awesome, and don't always trust Google Maps, but take the time to explore the area around you.
Oh nooo! I have noticed that bike lanes aren't easy to find. I hope you a least had a good adventure
When you choose Bike and you also choose the map overlay for bicycles, you will see some commonly used bike trails in dotted green lines. It won't have all the gravel trails but anything paved or officially a large bike trail will be on Google Maps if you choose the bike overlay.
That looks so peaceful. I’d love to bike around my area, some things are close by, but we have no bike lanes and some pretty heavy traffic and I’d be terrrrified.
It's terrifying! I had a mini panic attack riding on the road without bike lanes. I completely understand. Be careful💚
You can take a few steps to ride in non dedicated roads.. for one have mirrors, on both sides of the handle bar, invest in a horn, most of the times you get it with an ebike.. make sure you stick to sides, not be the first person off a stop - which is very tempting with an ebike - be visible. With some reflector vests. Get attachable turn signals - a lot of which are available online - visibility and blinking lights register to motorists and this is something to do even in an ordinary bicycle.
Riding a bike can be very efficient and relaxing and if you're not a regular bike rider already, start small in a trial and then build up to roads. Get used to checking around you and eliminating blindspots.. wishing you happy cycling.
Ride on the sidewalk
@@danielf.6770 that’s illegal in a lot of places bcuz bikes are considered vehicles
I’ve never thought of an electric bike before. Good idea!
It's pretty amazing because if you get tired you can have some help on the way back!
This is really cool.
As someone who has not had a car for over 10 years I wish more people would try using a bike more.
I realize not everyone lives in a city as nice as where I live and that the infrastructure isn't great in many places but I think
using the bike for errands or to meet up with friends would really add to people's quality of life, even in the suburbs.
Maybe the goal isn't to go car-free but rather to go car-lite? 🙂 Either way I hope your car free adventure leads you somewhere good.
I love this honest and realistic review! May not be possible to get rid of the car completely but you can definitely make steps towards cycling more and usually we are much healthier for it. Thanks for sharing this video! Very calming and inspiring! :)
I am 69, live in Wollongong, Australia, and bought my ebike a year ago. My bike is folding, with fat wheels and legal for Australia. I agree with everything you said in your video. My bike lives in the boot of my car and I whip it out whenever I get the chance. My work takes me up and down the south coast of NSW and the bike gets whipped out all the time for fabulous rides. Like you, I find myself finding hidden gems that I have passed a million times in my car. I also find that I stop a lot, just to look at nature and the scenery. It is not feasible for me to replace a car with a bike as Australia is really big and stretched out. City people might be able to do it. Simply, my bike was a cheapie at $800 Aus and it runs brilliantly. Best thing I have done, especially at my age. Love your video.
I've been eBiking since 2018 replacing many car trips, currently on a 5 day challenge to eBike for ALL trips for 5 days including commuting to work in the rain ;)
I loved this video! I just bought this bike and am waiting for it to arrive. I'm 68 and can't wait to ride for fun and get out in nature more, like you!! Hope you still love the Vika+. Wish I had see this to get the $100 dollars off before I bought it!
Beautiful video. Wasn't just about a bike but you gave a piece of you. Thank you!
Thank you for watching 💚💚
My husband rented us electric bikes in Daytona last year and I was instantly hooked! We rode about 13 miles to Ponce Inlet! It was a blast!!
Wow! Amazing, it the cooler months it's going to be so nice here in Florida. I can't wait!
I want this so bad now! Great video!! A breath of fresh air literally:).
Thank you, Julie! 💚
Love your approach and manner ...... so refreshing
I absolutely love riding my bike to town for groceries. It's one of my highlights of the day. I try to ride the 6 miles to the post office to drop off packages and the store for a few groceries everyday. In one week of cycling to town 9 times while my car was in the shop, I lost 5 LBS. I think it's a smart thing to do and I even live way out in the country. Good for you and you'll most likely save thousands of dollars if not hundreds of thousands in medical bills in later years if you keep it up. Be safe.
Could you share how you install the basket on rear shelf, and do you have anything recommended accessories for it, thank you!
Amazing!! You are so brave too because bike riding in Florida weather (heat, humidity, thunderstorms, etc.) is intense 😅. So, Bravo!👏🏻
haha I haven't been rained on while biking but I have been caught in thunderstorms pretty much twice a week while walking. My poor dad comes to recuse me.
@@TheGirlGoneGreen Awww that's good. So sweet ☺️
Did it come assembled? Is it lound when ride? Can you use it as a regular bike without battery? Thanks sharing!!
cool (came from youtube recommend);
also i loveeee e-bikes, i feel like i'm my own "bus", just travel to this neighborhood, this cul-de-sac, that street, that park, that other park, and so much more, without road rage!
What mode of transportation do you use? What obstacles do you face when it comes to eco- transportation? (lack of public transport, bike lanes, etc.)
Since I live in South Dakota my bike riding time is always limited but it would be amazing to give up my car during the Spring/Summer and even part of the Fall. We drive a hybrid and love it especially during the winter time. We live in top of a hill. I want this though!!!
Love this! I like in a mountainous area of LA and have been wanting to explore using an electric bike v. a car as my main mode of transport. I've looked up videos but most bicycle content features men which can be intimidating as a woman riding a bike. Please post more bike content and let us know how your transition goes! :)
I grew up with my parents not having a car and we just did everything by bike or public transportation and we never missed having a car! In the netherlands you can get allmost everywere by bike and public transportation. They are even making it harder to use your car in big cities so people will use the bike and public transportation more
My city has some great bike trails - the problem is they aren't all completely connected and require crossing some pretty busy roads in spots. Not great for a city that isn't used to pedestrian traffic as pedestrians do get hit :(
I don't have a car, so I use public transport every day. Fortunately, it's working very well in our city 🙂
Great video. Here in Germany (Berlin) its very convenient without owning a car.
Hey I’m moving to Florida but now sure if the streets are bike friendly ? Any advise anyone?? I absolutely hate driving
Great job.Cars are not just about emissions !
A variety of different materials such as metal, plastic, rubber, leather, fabric and others are also used.
So true! So much goes into the production of cars
Nice looking ebike.
You need carry it while closed? Or there’s some way to move
This is wonderful! Would be great until winter here in the northeast when it just becomes too bitterly cold outside 🥶
Cycling keeps you warm even in subzero temperatures.. my favourite times to ride are with the snow.. try.. You may be surprised.. but to each their own I guess. Thermal wear and layering help in tandem with the exercise.
I ride most of the winter in Canada! It is possible!
Wow! Hmm. Seriously thinking about getting one:)! Thanks for sharing!! I am really, really sorry about your dog. I understand.
Thank you, she was such a sweet dog. It's weird to not have her around. I just hit my 100 mile on my blix bike and so far i'm loving it!!
There's an electric bike kit on Amazon thats around $1500. It's a 3kw 72v kit that gets 45mph and goes 60-80 miles if you get the dual battery version.
Brava bravissima! 😊❤
How has been your experience been with your bike up to now?
Do you think this is possible for someone who lives in a good climate area but lives in more the countryside? I'd love to do this I wanna live on my own land off grid in a good climate area that is warm, but not need a car, that is the dream life.
Does it snow there? :)
Very nice
My pedigo has a lock that is basically built in. very convenient. Before it I had my last bike stolen.
good going girl
I just bought the same bike! Sorry to hear about your dog..
Publix! I see you😉
Is it loud when the motor is running during pedal assist?
no, it's totally silent
You can hear it, but it is not loud at all. :)
Yep
It's great for your pysical and mental health !!
So true! I did 15 miles yesterday and felt glowing afterwards
Also off topic have you ever modeled?.
What are you up to now:) just curious, because I been living your experience of full on going on 10years with no car last car I gave up was a BMW m3 z roadster from 2001. And my story's been unbelievable! But I don't record.
That sounds like an amazing idea. This would've worked in my hometown of Rochester, NY (unless I was going further out or in an unsafe area). But I too live in Florida (Orlando) and even now my current residence is a hike from my job even in a car. Maybe I could try a bike if I have to run a nearby errand early in the morning (FL heat). I'll have to see what I can do. In the future I'd love to buy that kind of bike. Just gotta save up for it first. 😌♻️
Florida is so spread out it v makes it really difficult. Surprisingly it's not that hot because the speed give you your own breeze. Morning would be best
@@TheGirlGoneGreen after pandemic we should hang out 😁
I never owned a car before and I think never will, they're to damned expensive.
I live in a city so I use public transport. I don’t own a car (or even a license!). I would like to own a bike or an electric bike but I’m afraid of leaving it outside. My city is pretty safe, but bikes get stolen sometimes.
That sounds amazing! Bikes are stolen a lot here too I hope nothing happens to mine.
@@TheGirlGoneGreen these are so expensive i wish i can afford it in my city
The Girl Gone Green I think I’ve seen online a gadget you can attach to your bike that is linked to an app and if someone tries to steal your bike, it tells you and the gadget sets off an alarm (like a car). I don’t remember the name of the product but it seems useful when you own an expensive bike.
@@MarcelaRivestL Are you thinking of the Ellipse Smart Bike Lock from Lattis?
Edit: Actually it might be Sentinel?
@@DavidRiehl756 hmm not exactly. It was a kickstarter I've seen many months ago. I don't remember the name. I don't know these ones but it looks like they would work.
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I used public transit for my first four years living in my current city, it served me well but was far from ideal. Now it isnt even an option where I live and if I was to use a bike (which I dont know how to ride haha) it would take me over an hour to get to work, its a 20 minute drive
I hear you! There is a need for driving. Plus our cities are not built for public transportation or biking. We live in a car society, unfortunately.
Great !! What brand it's that one !!
This is from Blix Bike
Wow! You charge it? For how long? Is it safe? Or it's battery?
Yes it has a charger that connects to the wall! You can go about 45 miles with pedal assistance or more riding like a regular bike!
@@TheGirlGoneGreen oh. Thank you for the response. 💕
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riding bikes.... fun forever
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I hate car centric infrastructure!!! I want to bike to school so bad! And to my friends! But the 8 lane stroads are so dangerous!!!
Congrats on the downsizing, and sorry to hear about your dog...I recently made a video comparing eco-friendly transportation options and there's no question you made a fantastic choice. ua-cam.com/video/MghxTFJcf3U/v-deo.html Hope it's a help to your viewers!
I don't ever think we will be "car free". Cars will just get more green. We will always have the weather to deal with.
they will have to go green, otherwise a lot of ice car owners are gonna get sued.
car went to repair shop they forget to work on it- been 28 days gone - no car days riding a bike and wow grocery store is easy....I dont even call them they can keep that car-- and repair bill
I really want to get a bike, but I live in the middle of the city (in tampa) and I dont trust the drivers lmao
When I lived in Tampa, I rode my bike to Busch Gardens for work every day - I lived maybe five miles away. With the college being there, there’s actually quite a lot of bike friendly roadway. I hope you check it out!
There are some great trails through Tampa but yes please be extra cautious. Pinellas County has the highest fatality rate for bike riders in the country!!! I bet hillsbourgh is not to far on the list.
Do you think the extra expense on the electric bill is more expensive than car fuel?
first thing, stop living in suburbia
A bike lock isn’t going to do much to deter a thief from stealing a $1600 bike even if you spend $200 on a bike lock. Just look up any bike lock video from The Lock Picking Lawyer.
The only way I’d feel safe is if I could fold the bike and literally use it as my shopping cart (like the $3500 Bompton Electric) or to pay for bike insurance that covers theft.
I thought technology doesn't go back.
E-bike is a scam.
I'd rather sitting in my Porsche enjoying air conditioning, wearing Gucci flip-flops, in the meantime maybe watching cyclists sweating and smelling like a pork in 100 degrees summer or rain if they can really cycle at all.
Porsche and tech don't go together they're ugly stoneage cars.
What utter crap ! How far do you go on your bike ? So it never rains ? No snow ? Why not just pedal a normal bicycle !
having an e-bike, is not exactly being...Green. You might as well just save-the-cash & purchase a F-350 turbo diesel.
What are you talking about
Nope.. the purpose for battery over fossil fuel is CLEAN AIR. Much like sewers and refuse trucks, batteries mean that people don't have to live in their own filth, as it's taken away and dealt with elsewhere.
You are WRONG, F-350 turbo diesel is 1,000,000 times worse than e-bike.
Florida is so flat, why would anyone need an electric bike there?
Good question. Maybe not familiar with bikes. She mentioned that she isn't fit, but being fit isn't required, it's not a race, and gears are here to help us.