Carlos Hickey - West Linn eBike Adventure

West Linn eBike Adventure

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Carlos Hickey

Carlos & Paige exploring the trails of West Linn, Oregon We learn to ride eBikes in our"Golden Years" Real couple, real hills, radical transparency. Join the journey from curiosity to daily adventure. #Real Rides #RealLife #RealWestLinn

Aventon Aventure.2: Outdoor setting electric fat tire bike shown in a rugged, outdoor environment.

Aventon Aventure 2 Review:

The Torque-Sensing Masterpiece

Puckipuppy Boxer 2.0 Review: 26-Inch Fat Tire Power

Deep dive into the Puckipuppy Boxer 2.0. Upgraded motor, 20Ah battery, and high-stability 26-inch fat tires. The value leader for big riders.

Frey CC Fatcat Review: The Apex Mid-Drive Step-Through

We analyze the Frey CC Fatcat. Bafang M620 Ultra mid-drive, Rockshox suspension, and high-end Magura brakes. The most capable step-through ebike.

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Amp Rides Apex Review: The 150-Mile Range King

The Ultimate 52V Long-Range Crawler

Cyrusher Kommoda 3.0

Cyrusher Kommoda 3.0 Review: The Ultimate Smooth-Riding Fat-Tire Step-Through?

Worried a step-through bike can't handle Oregon hills? We tested the Cyrusher Kommoda 3.0 on steep, wet roads to see if it delivers comfort without sacrificing power for riders 50+.

The World's Most Powerful Folding Step-Through?

Cyrusher Quest Review: The World's Most Powerful Folding Step-Through?

Need power that folds? We pushed the Cyrusher Quest on West Linn's 20% grades to see if this folding step-through has the torque for our terrain and convenience for 50+ riders.

Velotric Nomad 2X eBike Review

Velotric Nomad 2X Review (2026): The Full-Suspension Beast That Tamed the Trail?

Can a full-suspension fat-tire e-bike tame West Linn's toughest trails? We put the Velotric Nomad 2X through our real-world Hidden Springs test for riders over 50.

Willamette Falls: The Industrial Heart That Built West Linn

Before Portland existed, Willamette Falls was a sacred gathering place and the site of America's first long-distance electrical transmission. The history you ride through every day.

Hidden Springs Trail Guide: West Linn's Ultimate E-Bike Proving Ground

Hidden Springs Road features West Linn's steepest climb—20% grade that separates capable e-bikes from marketing claims. Full route guide and what we test here.