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Cycling is the most efficient form of personal transportation in terms of energy consumed to move a person over a certain distance. Here’s a quick overview of the differences between cycling on a regular bike and on an electric bike. What are the benefits regarding your health, finances and the environment?  Cycling on a regular… Continue reading E-bike benefits: Why you should ride an electric bicycle

There is some discussion about new regulations regarding the increasingly common e-bikes in road traffic. We want to provide clarity and have compiled for you at a glance which laws currently apply. Are there any special regulations in the city? Where are you allowed to ride? Specific regulations are related to Germany and the EU,… Continue reading The most important laws and regulations around e-bikes

E-bikes are becoming more and more present on the streets of Europe. They are faithful companions in everyday urban life and a lot of love is put into their care. It is advisable to have an inspection once a year to always maintain the best riding experience. Now and then, repair or maintenance needs to… Continue reading Around the wheel – One day with the Ampler Mechanics

Throughout 2020, the number of journeys made by bike across Europe increased by an unprecedented amount. In Vienna, people were using their bikes 26% more than the previous year. In German cities such as Cologne, journeys made by bicycle in 2020 were at an all-time high. Spurred on by the pandemic, more and more people are cycling to… Continue reading The way to the office: the benefits of business bikes for the company

In February, we were notified of two broken forks for Curt. Upon inspection, we discovered a quality issue with two batches of shipments by our fork manufacturing partner. We tracked the bikes which were installed with forks from those shipments and issued a recall for the bikes. We will exchange the forks for the bikes and… Continue reading Fork recall for 52 Curt bikes

If you’re new to winter cycling, you might be wondering what should you be wearing to stay warm on your bike? Too few clothes can make you feel cold, and too many clothes can make you start sweating. The secret to perfecting your winter cycling gear lies in having the right clothing materials and a… Continue reading Essential clothing for cycling in the cold winter days

The main components differentiating electric bikes from regular bicycles are the motor and the battery, followed by electric-assist modes and controllers and displays. This guide gives an overview of all of these components, making it easier for you to choose your own electric bike. E-bike motors – should you choose mid-drive or hub-drive motor? E-bike… Continue reading E-bike motors and electronics – How does an e-bike work?