From the monthly archives:

January 2010

OHM Electric Bikes – Only The Strong Survive

January 31, 2010

If you’ve been considering the OHM Electric Bicycle, you’ll notice that the selection process just got a lot easier. The OHM Urban model, once available in different battery and motor options, is now only available as the XU700 – a 27-speed commuter with a 350 watt motor and a 38-Volt 10 Amp-Hour battery. This had [...]

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IF Mode Demo Ride

January 30, 2010

Mark had the chance to ride the new IF Mode folding bike from SoHo up to NYCeWheels on the Upper East Side. Apparently, it turned some heads. Read about his experience in our article:   IF Mode Folding Bike Stops Traffic Due To Impeccable Design Now that we have the demo bike, we should see [...]

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BionX Canondale

January 29, 2010

Here’s another BionX electric conversion in Australia. This one is a beautiful Cannondale F700 hybrid frame with 700c wheels. There are disc brakes and amazing front suspension. I love the color scheme on this bike as well.   As we shiver in the single-digit temperatures of New York, our customers in Australia continue to show [...]

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Free Freewheel! For BionX motor kits

January 28, 2010

Wouldn’t it be nice to have that BionX motor kit you’ve always wanted this time of year? You can use that motor to get through the cold winter weather quickly. We sympathize with you, so we’re offering some special deals on BionX electric systems.   For shipping orders, you will get either free shipping or [...]

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New Dahon CarryOn Cover

January 27, 2010

Dahon folding bikes have always been a bit tough to carry around on trains or bus stations. The El Bolso Bag works as a durable carrying bag, but it often needs to be carried in a backpack or on the rack of the bike because of its size. This year, Dahon tackled this problem with [...]

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Eneloop electric bike Hits Vegas

January 20, 2010

The Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas is one of most important expositions for consumer products in the U.S. This year, Sanyo generated lots of buzz with their Eneloop electric bike, winning the Best of Innovations award for 2010 and paving the way for a new generation of electric bikes. You can read the full [...]

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Bicycle Repair Guide

January 19, 2010

Whether you’re a seasonal bike rider or a year-round die-hard commuter, one thing is for certain: bike shops are BUSY in the summertime. Unless you need the experts at NYCeWheels to service a specific electric bike problem, most bicycle-related problems can be fixed easily at home. You just need a few basic lessons in bike [...]

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IF Mode Folding Bikes Are Red Hot!

January 18, 2010

The majestic folding bike known as IF Mode saw a brief stint in our store before we sold out. It seems the 26″ wheels and sturdy frame have piqued the interest of local commuters looking for a reliable, full-size folder that doubles as modern art. We’ve been keeping a list of customers eager to check [...]

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5 Tips For Riding Electric Bikes in the Winter

January 16, 2010

If you’re like us, you won’t let the cold get the best of you this winter. Despite the temperatures outside, we’re determined to keep riding through the winter, and we encourage you to do the same! Because it’s much more difficult to have an enjoyable winter ride, we’ve developed a list of tips to keep [...]

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George and the Dahon Mu XXV

January 15, 2010

Call me Mark. Some years ago, in the year 2008 precisely, a local commuter came to us with rumors of “the white folding bike.” The legend says it is light as a feather, and folds down to the size of a small suitcase. He only got a glimpse of it, and is unsure if it [...]

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