I have always loved biking; this started as a kid growing up in PoCo and riding my bike to school. As I grew up I continued to ride my bike - to Douglas College then to SFU. Over the years I have continued to ride my bike to work and with my family. I will never forget the cycling ‘holiday’ Erin and I took by riding the Oregon Coast. Now as Mayor I enjoy riding my bike around the community, not only as a good way to get around but also to provide leadership. However, the downside is riding in a suit on a hot spring or summer day can be extremely uncomfortable.

So, I called my friends Glenn and Kelly at Westwood Cycle (Caps) to help with a solution. My dilemma is not unique.  Glenn told me stories from other urban areas around the world, and how to make it more effective for someone to commute by bike while wearing a suit. The solution: e-Bike, an electrical assist bike.

The basis concept is the bike is equipped with an electric engine that assists the riding as they are peddling. The electric engine is not like a motorcycle, the rider still needs to pedal.

This is a great solution.  I have been commuting on my new bike over the past 6 weeks. The outcome: excellent! I have an easy commute wearing a suit and arrive at my destination comfortable.

Stay tuned, I will provide you with a continued update over time.

Greg

PS: There is one other aspect of my new e-bike that is essential. The bike is equipped with puncture resistant tires and self healing tire tubes. Last week I had two flat tires and both times the flats were fixed themselves and I was able to keep riding to my destination. I did not break stride, it was phenomenal. I recommend these tubes for anyone who commutes.