Currie EZip Trailz Step Thru Women's Electric Bike
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Manufacturer: Currie TechnologiesBrand: Currie Technologies
Release Date: 2009-04-01
Model: EZ-TRZ-BR-W
Color: Red Brown
Product features:
- Women's electric comfort bike equipped with 450-watt DC Earth magnet motor and 24-volt rechargeable battery
- Powered by sealed lead acid (SLA) battery pack that can be removed for charging or swapping; 15-to-22-mile range pedaling, and ten-to-15 miles without pedaling
- 15MPH top speed, depending on rider weight and terrain; patented Currie Electro-Drive system with Shimano rear derailleur, SRAM grip shift, and Shimano seven-speed freewheel
- 66-pound low step-through, high-tensile steel frame; 240-pound rider weight limit
- Includes limited 90-day manufacturer's warranty
- Currie Commuter Case Elite
- Currie Technologies 24-Volt Charger
- Currie Technologies 24-Volt Bicycle Battery Pack, Black
Sports reviews of Currie EZip Trailz Step Thru Women's Electric Bike
Customer Review: I bought two
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
(overall) Strongly recommend! My ordinary bike was stolen at a train station. Through research on internet, I found this e-bike by Currie to have the best price, newest design, and excellent reviews. So I bought one for myself on 9/28/2010; liked it so much; soon bought another for my wife on 10/15/2010. We are so pleased with the purchases, and making great use of them now. Here is my report.
(where bought) I usually order things from Amazon. But I found a better price for bike and pannier in one combined package at Costco. I made both orders to them.
(shipping) The shipping was free and fast. The big boxes were delivered via UPS within 3-4 days. There was no damage whatsoever as some other customers of Amazon reported.
(assembling) I understand that the vendor first assembles the entire bike at factory, having it tested. Then the bike was separated into big parts: front wheel, fork/handle bar, paddles, saddle, and main frame, etc. prior to shipping. All I needed to do was to screw these big parts together using the two simple tools that came with the bike. It sounds so simple. But it took me 3 hours to assemble the first bike by myself. With experience, the second bike took me less than one hour to assemble.
(operation) Cannot be easier! On left hand bar, there are 7 gears to suit different slope conditions: 1-3 steep, 4-5 gentle, and 6-7 level slopes. On right hand bar, there are three lights to show battery conditions (green/full, amber/half, red/empty), and a red bottom to toggle between TAG (twist and go) and PAS (peddle assist) mode. When in TAG mode, I just twist the throttle the bike will run to full speed like a motorcycle. If I don't twist the throttle, it works like an ordinary non-electric bike. I find TAG mode especially useful when I need ample accelerations to cross a street, after stopping for a STOP sign or a traffic light. When in PAS mode, the motor will assist my peddling. I find PAS mode makes uphill biking effortless and enjoyable.
(use) It's a hybrid --- suitable for urban cruising as well as mountain biking. First, I use it as urban cruiser, riding on city streets between home and rail station, 5 miles each day. I need to charge the battery only once a week. Second, my wife and I use them as mountain bikes for exercise and adventure. We load the bikes inside our Toyota mini-van, drove to Solvang, Santa Ynez, Paso Robles and Santa Barbara, riding the bikes on both paved road and unpaved dirt grounds. The bikes are so well-built and powerful. We just twist the throttle, and the bike moves, up and down the slopes, very easy to control, what a joy! Without these bikes, we would not be able to ride high up in mountainous wineries, on beaches and many other scenic spots. There are still many bike paths in LA area awaiting our visit.
(accessories) We have added following items to the bikes: Trico X-large seat cover for comfort, Nirve Bells, Planet Bike Beamer 3 lights, mirrors, cables by OnGuard to lock the seat and pannier together, and most importantly, LS U-locks by Kryptonite and by OnGuard to lock the frame and wheel to bike racks (my previous bike was stolen because I only used an ordinary cable lock). All accessories except seat covers were bought from Amazon.
(any complaint) I am 5'6". My both feet can touch to ground comfortably, so I can ride safely. My wife is 5'2". She wishes that the saddle can be lowered by 4". The saddle is at lowest position now; her feet can only touch the ground half way. This is the only complaint. She still enjoys it greatly.
*** added on Nov. 16, 2010
(battery) The Sealed Leaded Acid battery is heavy (16 lb), but easy to be put in and taken off the bike. According Currie Customer Service in Chatsworth, CA, to maximize the performance and useful life of battery, one should (1) fully charge the battery before first use; (2) run the bike until the battery is totally dead then recharge it to full; (3) repeat step 2 two more times; (4) now the battery is in optimal condition. Then after each subsequent ride, recharge it to full overnight, but don't overcharge for more than 24 hours.
I was also reminded by an Authorized Dealer in Pasadena CA, when recharging, always connect charger cable to the battery first; then plug charger to the wall outlet. After recharging, always unplug first, then disconnect charger from battery. This sequence will avoid unexpected damage to the charger and battery.
*** added on Dec. 5, 2010
I found these two informative links on the blog of [...]. They are shot on a mountain Trailz bike, but quite applicable to the women's Trailz Ezip being reviewed here.
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Description of Currie EZip Trailz Step Thru Women's Electric Bike
Bicycles are a terrific mode of transportation, but sometimes you just need a little extra push while getting around town. Enter the eZip Trailz women's electric comfort bike, which is equipped with a 450-watt DC earth magnet motor and a 24-volt rechargeable battery. Far cleaner than gas-powered scooters but zippier than a traditional bike, the Trailz will get you from point A to B in no time at all, but won't guzzle gas or belch pollutants in the process. The battery offers a range of 15 to 22 miles per charge, so you can make it back and forth to the grocery store several times without running low on power. And once you're on the road, the Trailz boasts a top speed of 15 miles per hour (contingent on the rider weight)--plenty fast enough for most bike-friendly city streets. Is your work commute too far to walk but close enough that a car seems wasteful? Turn to the Trailz, which comes with a rear rack to carry groceries and other gear. The high-tensile steel frame is as durable as it is eye-catching. |
With plenty of torque to level hills, the bike is powered by a sealed lead acid (SLA) battery pack that can easily be removed for charging or swapping. A fully-charged battery provides a 15-to-22-mile range when pedaling, and ten-to-15 miles without pedaling, per charge. Once you're on the road, the bike boasts a top speed of 15 miles per hour, depending on rider weight. A convenient rack makes it easy to haul groceries and other gear on your commute, while ergonomic bars and stem and a soft saddle keep you comfortable on long rides.
Specifications
- 450-watt, DC brushed Earth magnet motor
- EV-rated SLA, rear rack-mounted, 24-volt, rechargeable battery
- UL-listed Currie Smart Charger with LED status display
- Exclusive Currie Electro-Drive 24-volt, fully potted with power gauge function controller
- 15MPH top speed, depending on rider weight and terrain
- One battery provides 15-to-22-mile range with normal pedaling; optional second battery doubles range
- Patented Currie Electro-Drive system with Shimano rear derailleur, SRAM grip shift, and Shimano seven-speed freewheel
- Alloy linear pull brakes with alloy brake inhibit lever
- 26-inch alloy rim wheels and two-by-26-inch (W x D) Currie comfort tires
- Mid-rise bar and stem
- Suspension forks with fender eyelets
- Power on/off switch, easy access charger port in removable battery pack, twist throttle with PAS+TAG function, and battery gauge
The EV-rated rechargeable battery mounts to the rear rack, and provides 24 volts of power. - Comfort design saddle with Q/R alloy post
- Exclusive Currie high-tensile steel frame with bottle bosses, fender, and rack mounts
- Alloy 44T crankset, double chainguard, and resin dual-sided pedals
- 66-pound low step-through frame
- 240-pound rider weight limit
Warranty
Currie Technologies eZip powered bicycles include a limited 90-day manufacturer's warranty against defects in materials and workmanship in the frame and components, with the exception of tires, inner tubes, and batteries.
About Currie Technologies
Currie Technologies develops and distributes hybrid and electric powered bicycles and scooters with patented Electro-Drive Technology, under the iZip and eZip brands. The company builds products that offer cost effective, emissions-free alternatives to other forms of transportation for commuting, sport, and recreation.
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