Ribble E Bike Review

Ribble s first hybrid e bike certainly has the wow factor.

Ribble e bike review. Ribble s hybrid al e is a very well rounded entry into the assisted urban bike market. Showing it off to housemates and work colleagues alike all. Compared to some other systems it s far more subtle both in terms of how it changes the look of the bike but also how it adds in the power. Ribble s 6061 aluminium alloy frame is an example of one of the neatest and most seamlessly integrated e bike frames to date.

The sleek and elegant frame will be familiar to anyone who s previously ridden ribble s sl range of bikes and uses toray t800 t1000 full carbon monocoque frame and forks. Ribble cycles is a british bike company originally established in 1897. First off let me say i m an ebike convert. The ribble cgr al e is an off road capable bike with a little power assist to get you home.

And even at first glance it s easy to see why. In my previous post i did a brief electric road bike review of bianchi s aria e road cube agree hybrid c 62 and cannondale synapse neo se. Ribble bike reviews ribble bikes are purchased direct via the company website and the lack of retailers involved cuts down costs for the buyer too. Now one of the uk s biggest online bike dealers and selling bikes all over the world ribble specialises in using thoroughly.

The ribble is included in my list of the best electric gravel bikes for 2020 the range starts at 1899 for the tiagra equipped model going up to 2699 for the ultegra model. I first saw one at the london bike show this year and the petrol blue colourway contrast tyres and faux leather seat and handles are. With weights for the top end models hitting a feathery 11 kg ribble claim this is the lightest production e bike available. It s well designed it rides well it has an effective motor system and it s very good value for money.

There is also a gorgeous hybrid simply called the ribble al e. And certainly the first time you pick it up it s a bit of a surprise. If you want to look stylish around town and arrive where you re going sweat free it s definitely one to consider. These machines are enabling all kinds of folks to start cycling or to re embrace it when they thought the physical effort was outweighing their enjoyment.