Yesterday's errand run. Who said you needed a car?

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Physical_Click9769@reddit

This and when a coworker mentions a food place I should go to i actually make a point to go on my ebike now, when I only had a car never did haha

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NoSloppyStakes@reddit

My first Ebike arrives tomorrow. How do you feel about leaving it around, safely, unlocked?

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HG1998@reddit

Are you just standing around right beside it or are you like, running in somewhere and leaving it outside?

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NoSloppyStakes@reddit

Like, if I leave it unlocked (no where to lock) would probably be a gas station.

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NoSloppyStakes@reddit

It’s a safe area, I’ve just never been so trustworthy in life.

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FreedomX01@reddit

I would recommend that you get something with an alarm like this. I got this exact horn the last 4yrs and it's been a big time lifesaver

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HG1998@reddit

You could just put a lock through the rear wheel.

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NoSloppyStakes@reddit

Interesting, so if I can’t lock it up, at least they can’t ride away with it. Carrying would be harder. Thanks for the idea!

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I'll second this, some e-bikes are heavy as shit. mine is. a ulock through the back tire and frame and a chain lock through the front tire and frame. You'd need a pickup truck to steal it, and two people to do it quickly.

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Physical_Click9769@reddit

I use a U lock, chain lock and cafe lock, then I sit near a window where I can see it if possible. I don't really sweat it tbh

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NoSloppyStakes@reddit

So, this alarm just screams loudly if the bike is vibrated/moved?

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Physical_Click9769@reddit

Yep

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DarthSamwiseAtreides@reddit

U lock for the frame, crappy zip tie style lock for my front wheel of I'm going to be away from the bike. Came from a motorcycle so I've come to grips with if someone is going to steal it they will. Look into insurance.

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wolfe0014@reddit

Not very good always lock up and make sure u have a decent view of the bike it only take a a min or two

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Realz319@reddit

In Japan fine. As anywhere else, heck NOOOOO!

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Physical_Click9769@reddit

Yep

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Hashtag_Labotomy@reddit

I dash and had an order about14 miles away with 2 50lb bags of dog food, a 15lb bag of cat food and about 40 cans of cat food. I'm sure I looked like a total nut job but it did it. Since then I've made a lot of Walmart runs with that thing.

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Fair-Discipline-1005@reddit

Wherever I go, I use my bike,no need for car...👍

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Dapper_Challenge2179@reddit

Mine is used as a car replacement as much as possible. Front basket, rear rack, panniers and utility trailer for big shopping trips. It's been a blast

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Valuable-Contest5360@reddit

Good for it

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havpac2@reddit

Pannier and crate/baskets make it even easier, I have a pannier right now, just ordered a front and rear basket. Next week I can start making larger runs, less frequently too. But I do enjoy the ride

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snoogins355@reddit

Front and rear racks are game changers for grocery store runs. Get a delivery bag that fits perfectly in the rear rack and when you shop, you know exactly what will fit

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MiraFlynn8203@reddit

It also kind of changes how you shop you just naturally optimize what you bring home instead of overbuying or struggling with carrying it all.

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whisperingwind5678@reddit

I haven’t fully gone that route yet, but even with just a pannier I already started overpacking a bit because the space makes it feel like I should use it.

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OwenPage7426@reddit

I get what you mean about enjoying the ride too. That part honestly becomes the main reason I end up doing more trips.

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Inciteful_Analysis@reddit

You don't need a car but you do need a rack if you are using your bike to carry things. Weight on the handlebar like this compromises steering.

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R00TED10101@reddit

I agree I just tie the bag to your backpack strap.

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ThriftianaStoned@reddit

I got panniers and a crate I can do big shops