Aventon Level 3 Review: A Fantastic First Electric Bike

I bought my first ebike over five years ago, and it cost about the same as the Level 3, the brand-new all-in-one commuter from Aventon. It was a very fun ride when it was working, but it wasn’t a great bike. I got a month or two of mileage before it needed a new motor and brakes. I say this because the main concern I have with entry-level, direct-to-consumer ebikes is their durability. Aventon has, time and time again, provided our team with review units that look great, work well, and don’t break down in catastrophic ways. After a few dozen miles on this new commuter, I can say it’s a great beginner ebike for most people. There are very few affordable ebike brands that compete with Aventon’s level of quality, usability, and reliability. Add to that built-in fenders, lights, a 70-mile battery, and easy tracking features, and it rolls past a lot of the pack. Photograph: Parker Hall An Everyday Bike A good commuter ebike, while heavy, should feel rigid and tough enough to take city- ... Read full article.