Prices and information from the ADFC
With spring, the desire to swing on the bike grows. Many are thinking about buying a new bike. We spoke to the expert Lutz Bäucker.
E-bike purchase: This is how money can be saved
Who plays with the thought, a new one E-bike (In other words, Pedelec) should be tasted, Lutz Bäucker recommends. The 71-year-old is chairman of the Kempten-Oberallgäu district association General German Bicycle Club (ADFC). Many traders now have the camps full: « Sometimes discounts of ten percent and more are granted. » For a high -quality bike you would have to plan around 3000 to 3500 euros. Positive: The battery capacities have been expanded in recent years.
For wheels of the new generation, they are 600 to 850 watt hours. « This corresponds to a range of around 80 to 100 kilometers with a reasonable driving style. » Bäucker advises removable batteries. « Then you don't have to carry the whole wheel to the socket. » Further advice from the expert: pay attention to the weight of the bike.
A light bike is easier to steer. This is particularly important for seniors. You also save battery performance: « For example, 20 to 22 kilograms are good, » says Bäucker. « Similar to the car, there are some expensive e -bikes components that you don't necessarily need and that make the wheel heavier. »
E-bike: ADFC offers courses for beginners
“When switching, make sure that not only engine support is operated, but also the chain circuit. So that it stays in good condition. You also drive more powerful. » If you want to save money, you could also do a good service overhauled or professionally prepared e-bike.
« This is also sustainable, » says Bäucker. These e-bikes are called « Refurbished Bikes » in the scene jargon. A large « e-bike reverber » sits in Kempten. « Driving with an e-bike should be practiced, » recommends Bäucker. The bicycle club offers half -day courses in Kempten or more police stations in the region.
Buying racing bike: light bikes are more expensive
A new « hit » costs a minimum of 1500 euros. Depending on the material, weight and comfort, the prices rise. « You can also see bikes for 8000 to 9000 euros, » says Bäucker. A racing bike with weight around ten kilograms is usually well suited for a recreational athlete. “Very easy weigh only 6.5 kilos. But they are also more expensive, ”says Bäucker.
When circuit, you should pay attention to high -quality components. “In general, it is best to buy the bike from a local dealer and get advice. You can test whether it really fits you. » In addition, regular customers would often be prioritized by dealers if it should later be about an appointment for maintenance or repair.
“The rush is still very large in this area. The number of cyclists has increased enormously, ”says Bäucker. In the trend, so -called in the Allgäu have been in the Allgäu Gravel bikesso robust racing bikes that are also for Fast driving on gravel and gravel are suitable. Here, too, around 1,500 euros can be expected at the cost of a minimum.
Buy mountain bike: Hardtail or Fully – you have to know that
Should it be a hardtail or a fully, i.e. a Mountain bike Without the rear suspension or a fed -up one? This question is mostly at the beginning. Hardtails are usually lighter and cheaper, but have less suspension. Beginners models are available from 500 to 1000 euros. Anyone who is mainly on paved roads or forests and forest paths should meet a hardtail.
If you drive a lot in demanding terrain and downwards or have back problems, you should think about buying a fully. However, Bäucker points out all mountain bikers: « By bike, our mountains should not be driven on the hiking trails in our mountains, but only on freely given trails. »
