{"id":94985,"date":"2023-02-21T17:03:12","date_gmt":"2023-02-21T17:03:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fe.ampler.bike\/?p=94985"},"modified":"2023-02-21T17:03:40","modified_gmt":"2023-02-21T17:03:40","slug":"spring-ebike-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wp.ampler.bike\/en\/blog\/spring-ebike-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Get back on the saddle this Spring"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>With Spring approaching it\u2019s time to dust off the cobwebs and enjoy that warmer air. It may be that you didn\u2019t let the winter months hold you back and you\u2019re at the top of your game. Maybe, you\u2019re feeling re-energised after a bit of hibernation. Keeping a few things in mind as you tackle new tours and adventures will help you make the most of springtime. Here are a few things to keep you and your e-bike healthy while ensuring you have the best time possible.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fitness considerations<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Although an e-bike is designed to make commuting easier they are also great for overall fitness. There are however a few things to consider if higher stamina or faster times are part of your goal. Whether you\u2019re incorporating e-bikes into your fitness routine or relying on them, here are a few tips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Keep in mind your pedal assist: Ampler e-bikes are perfect for being able to adjust your motor assistance. As a lightweight e-bike, you can even turn it off entirely and cycle freely. Make note of intervals you might want less assistance to increase stamina.<br><\/li><li>Start gradually: If you have taken a break over winter be sure to set realistic goals. Luckily, e-bikes are perfect for building fitness in this regard. As mentioned above, understand where you\u2019re coming from and adjust accordingly.<br><\/li><li>Listen to your knees: Even if you have been training hard over winter it\u2019s important to pay attention to your body. \u2018Spring knee\u2019 is a common ailment where the warmer weather pushes cyclists to go further, sometimes overworking their knees. Be sure to be attuned to both the bike and the body.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Technical considerations<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Ensure that you and your e-bike are in good working condition. As the weather improves you\u2019ll find you can\u2019t keep away from a good bike ride, whether for errands or simply for fun. With increased use, it\u2019s crucial that your two-wheeled friend is at the top of its game.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.ampler.bike\/a\/20230221165413\/1920px-_DSC4807.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-94986\" srcset=\"https:\/\/assets.ampler.bike\/a\/20230221165413\/1920px-_DSC4807.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/assets.ampler.bike\/a\/20230221165413\/1920px-_DSC4807-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/assets.ampler.bike\/a\/20230221165413\/1920px-_DSC4807-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Basic checkup: Here is a manual specifically for Ampler. In particular, you want to have the chain lubricated and if possible have the gears, tyres, and (especially) the brakes looked at. Stop by your nearest Ampler workshop for things like the battery if you\u2019re concerned. However, basic bike maintenance can be done by a regular bike shop.<br><\/li><li>Gear up: Just because it\u2019s getting warmer doesn\u2019t mean we haven\u2019t seen the last of winter weather. Spring is notoriously sporadic with dropping temperatures and heavy rainfall. If you\u2019re going out for a longer ride be sure to have waterproof jackets and extra layers on hand. Of course, at Ampler we always insist on using a helmet for every ride.<br><\/li><li>Know the limits: As we already talked about your own personal fitness and goals over spring, keep in mind how that works with an e-bike. An Ampler will take you on average around 70 km with a single charge. If you\u2019re planning on pushing yourself this Spring be aware of your journeys, desired motor assistance, the route and how the e-bike fits into each.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fun considerations<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that the boring stuff is out of the way you and your e-bike are ready for an awesome season of fun. Here are a few ideas for you and your sustainable transport to make the most of it. While an Ampler is an incredibly useful tool for green commuting, it\u2019s also a lot of fun to ride.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.ampler.bike\/a\/20230221165508\/Stout_AmplerBCN_CG_007-1.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-95006\" srcset=\"https:\/\/assets.ampler.bike\/a\/20230221165508\/Stout_AmplerBCN_CG_007-1.jpeg 1920w, https:\/\/assets.ampler.bike\/a\/20230221165508\/Stout_AmplerBCN_CG_007-1-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/assets.ampler.bike\/a\/20230221165508\/Stout_AmplerBCN_CG_007-1-768x576.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Plan ahead: There are loads of cycling enthusiasts out there and often they have online organisations dedicated to planning trips, races, tours and more. Check out what\u2019s local to you and make sure to get a spot before spaces fill up!<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Discover the land: With an e-bike, you have the opportunity to go even further. Now that the sun is shining, plan a weekend and explore the great outdoors. Inclines and distances shouldn\u2019t hold you back (unless you want the push). Instead, you could spend afternoons and evenings crossing fields, ascending hills and embracing nature.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Meet the locals: Use your e-bike as a way to join in fun events. Perhaps there\u2019s a nearby market you\u2019ve been dying to check out, or maybe there\u2019s a concert that you\u2019d love to see. Get on the saddle and make a whole day out of it. Not only will you make great memories, but you\u2019ll have more fun getting there with some exercise along the way.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Spring is a cause of celebration and enjoying it with an e-bike is not only fun but sustainable. Improve your mood and make the most of each and every day. If you want to test an e-bike or find out more, check out our test ride page, which lists our showrooms and nearby ambassadors so you can find out for yourself. Until then, enjoy nature and embrace the ride this season.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>With Spring approaching it\u2019s time to dust off the cobwebs and enjoy that warmer air. It may be that you didn\u2019t let the winter months hold you back and you\u2019re at the top of your game. Maybe, you\u2019re feeling re-energised after a bit of hibernation. Keeping a few things in mind as you tackle new&hellip; <a class=\"more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/wp.ampler.bike\/en\/blog\/spring-ebike-tips\/\">Continue reading <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Get back on the saddle this Spring<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":95026,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[513],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/wp.ampler.bike\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/94985"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/wp.ampler.bike\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/wp.ampler.bike\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wp.ampler.bike\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wp.ampler.bike\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=94985"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/wp.ampler.bike\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/94985\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":95046,"href":"https:\/\/wp.ampler.bike\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/94985\/revisions\/95046"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wp.ampler.bike\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/95026"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/wp.ampler.bike\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=94985"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wp.ampler.bike\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=94985"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wp.ampler.bike\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=94985"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}