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Why Olympic champion cyclist Sir Chris Hoy is backing Skarper to make any bike an e-bike

tcrn.chWhy Olympic champion cyclist Sir Chris Hoy is backing Skarper to make any bike an e-bikeAs one of the most decorated track cyclists of all time, Sir Chris Hoy might not seem an obvious candidate to back the burgeoning electric bike movement. The common refrain, after all, is that e-bikes aren’t real bikes. However, the six-time Olympic gold…

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Dave Pratt
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Smart approach is to pedal yourself when possible for exercise, but have that e-assist ready for steep hills or when you need it. Makes tough routes more accessible while still getting the health benefits. #fitness