Trident Introduces More Affordable Chainless Recumbent Trikes
Trident enters the chainless recumbent market with two new e-trikes starting at $4,695 and prototypes ready for test rides at RCC.
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Category: Electric Assists
⭐️ Hase Bikes Brings a 30-Year-Old Idea to Life with the New Kettwiesel TWO
The new Hase Kettwiesel TWO combines side-by-side riding, full suspension, Bosch power and clever adjustability in a highly sophisticated tandem.
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🎥 Laidback Bike Report Today: Swiss E-Power & Recumbent Cycle-Con 2026 invitation
Gary Solomon talks Swiss recumbent e-power with Dario Ciani and previews Recumbent Cycle-Con 2026 with the new organizers.
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🎥 Laidback Bike Report Today: Magic Drive from Grin Tech
Learn more about the history of GRIN Tech motors from Canada and their latest development the Freegen and Magic Drive hub motors.
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Bosch Surprises the Cycling World with Its First-Ever Hub Motor
Bosch’s first-ever hub motor could revive rear-hub drives. We explore its technology, Smart System, and what it means for recumbent bikes and trikes.
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5 Reasons Why Podbike Frikar Failed
In the middle of May, the news suddenly came that Podbike was going out of business and filing for bankruptcy. In the video I explain why I think Podbike failed to succeed.
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🎥 Two New SPEZI 2025 Videos: Velomobiles and Light Electric Vehicles in the Spotlight
What’s between a bike and a car? Our two new videos from SPEZI 2025 showcase velomobiles and practical LEVs in action.
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First Ride, First Review: A RECUMBENT.news Reader Tests the Bacchetta Pronto Alto E-Bike
After 7 years on a Bacchetta CA 2.0, one rider made the switch to the new Bacchetta Pronto Alto e-bike—and it turned out to be the best decision yet.
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Podbike: the end of a project that didn’t even get going properly
The Norwegian Podbike project ends after years of innovation and 4000+ preorders. A major blow to sustainable mobility enthusiasts.
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HP Velotechnik Speedmachine S-Pedelec: A New Era of Speed and Comfort
Speed. Comfort. Power. The HP Velotechnik Speedmachine S-Pedelec reaches up to 45 km/h (28 mph) while keeping you relaxed in the comfy riding position. Read my experience with this unique bike.
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Bacchetta Pronto Alto a Pronto Bella now with integrated batteries
Bacchetta’s new Pronto e-bikes feature full Bafang M510 integration including fully integrated in-frame 14Ah batteries.
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HASE BIKES “Secretly” Unveils Kettwiesel ONE With Bosch Performance CX Motor
HASE BIKES is adding the Bosch Performance CX motor to the Kettwiesel ONE. We have some information, but details are yet to be officially announced.
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