A whole new world of cycling has been opened up, thanks to the e-bike. They’re tearing down physical barriers, getting more people in the saddle and helping to level the two-wheeled playing field between family members. And, yes, they’re good for your health, plus they’re becoming more and more affordable, say the experts.
But they have caused confusion, says Sam Jones from national charity Cycling UK. ‘Some people think they’re almost e-motorbikes, with a bit of pedalling, but