When you take it back on the street, the RadMini Step-Thru feels like any other e-bike. But the RadMini Step-Thru just laughs and asks, “What’s next?” Other hardtail folders bounce and buck around, protesting the whole time. Want to see the RadMini Step-Thru in action? Check out my video review below!Īnd yes, while many hard tail folding electric bikes can be ridden off-road, the transition is usually pretty jarring.
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While that made it great on the trail and street, it was a bit tougher to navigate in an elevator or through my building’s bike room.īut now that I’ve gotten a chance to spend some time in the saddle of a RadMini Step-Thru, I’ve found that it packs in most of the advantages of its larger big brother, yet in a smaller and more portable package.Īnd for someone like me who lives in a crowded city, portability is practically a necessity. But the main downside was just how big the bike was. I previously reviewed their Rad Rover, which checked a ton of boxes for me. My first experience with a fat tire electric bike from Rad Power Bikes was definitely a positive one. Finally, a high power electric fat bike that fits in a trunk! But the RadMini Step-Thru solves that problem with 20″ fat tires and a folding frame. The new twist throttle design feels good and overrides pedal assist at all levels for easy starts and extra power when needed.While fat-tire bikes can be a blast to ride, their big wheels can make them tough to lug around.
Wide 11 to 34 tooth gearing makes it easy to pedal up steep hills and comfortable to maintain ~20mph top assisted speeds without feeling outpaced, large thumb shifter is intuitive but a little difficult to reach compared to triggers. Large aluminum alloy folding pedals feel solid and sturdy, chainring guide keep your pants clean while reducing chain drops RAD optimized 750 watt geared hub motor feels powerful but smooth, you can adjust the top speed down from 20mph in the settings menu. Large 180mm disc brake rotors provide excellent stopping power and control, both brake levers activate the rear light for safety and cut power to the motor. The frame feels very solid and doesn't suffer from frame flex, but does weigh more than the high-step RadMini at 69lbs vs. The stand-over height is very low and the folding joint is fairly narrow, so you won't bump your knee. Only available in one frame size and one color, but the handlebar and seat height are adjustable so it can accommodate a wide range of body types. This is the second generation RadMini Step-Thru, and it comes standard with wide plastic fenders, integrated lights, and an adjustable suspension fork with preload and lockout The custom 3.3" wide tires have reflective sidewalls, puncture protection, and all-terrain tread. A folding, fat tire electric bike that's approachable, stable, and off-road capable.
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