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We recommend hub drive for road and gravel bikes and mid-drive for mountain bike.Hub drives are much easier to ride unpowered as there&#x2019;s no motor drag and they&#x2019;re lighter in weight.The sheer driving force of a mid-drive system makes them ideal for mountain bikes to power up very steep highly technical terrain.

We recommend hub drive for road and gravel bikes and mid-drive for mountain bike. Hub drives are much easier to ride unpowered as there’s no motor drag and they’re lighter in weight. The sheer driving force of a mid-drive system makes them ideal for

What is the best drive system for an electric bike, hub drive or mid-drive?

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El Camino

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I received a faulty item, what should I do?

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How to buy a bike through Cycle to Work

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What size El Camino is for me?

How does the e-bike motor work?

What kind of terrain can an electric gravel bike handle?

How long does it take to charge the El Camino battery?

Is the El Camino battery and motor replaceable?

What is the life expectancy of the El Camino battery?

How do I charge the El Camino ebike battery?

What kind of battery does the El Camino use?

How do you operate the El Camino?

Can I legally ride electric bikes on public roads? Do  I need tax, insurance or a licence to ride an e-bikes?

Can I use an electric bike for long distance rides, multi-day touring and bikepacking?

Do I need to pedal to ride El Camino?

What is the ideal gearing for a gravel bike?

Can I ride an electric bike if the battery is flat?

What electronic drive system does El Camino use?

29-inch vs 27.5-inch mtb wheels: Making the Right Choice

700c vs 650b wheel sets for Gravel Bikes

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Where can I find product instructions?

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Big Shakeout

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