We sell and service Human Power Augmented a.k.a. Electric bikes and ride them enthusiastically ourselves. See also our folding bikes at Folding Bikes West.
To order phone 800/940-6548 (not operable from all U.S. locations) or 206/547-4621 or visit one of our stores:
Please note that on February 1, 2008 we moved within Seattle to:
Electric Bikes Northwest
4810 17th Ave NW
Seattle, WA 98107 - Map
ph: 206/547-4621
ph: 800/940-6548
fx: 206/547-4841
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Spring Hours
Monday through Friday: 11–6
Saturday: 11–5
Electric & Folding Bikes California
(store established 2006)
220 Wisconsin Ave
Oceanside, CA 92054 - Map
(30 miles north of San Diego)
ph: 760/757-3440
ph: 800/940-6548
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Hours
Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays: 11-3
Saturdays: 10-4
As our customers tell us (and as we know from cycling ourselves) there are numerous reasons for biking. Such reasons may include the absurd, sublime, frivolous, commendable, rational, poetic and pragmatic. Specific reasons may include saving time and money, staying healthy, fascination with technology, wanting to do our part for a livable community, and our children's future.
We may even find that taking up biking shall serve as a catalyst for achieving another breakthrough for humankind. "I thought of it while riding my bicycle", said Albert Einstein of the Theory of Relativity. We are eagerly awaiting the day when we can look back and learn how global warming was reversed: "I thought of it while riding my bicycle".
Be that all as it may, consistent cyclists overwhelmingly express that bicycling is their preferred way of moving about. They find gliding along on a bicycle exceptionally enjoyable, fun, relaxing, and satisfying. Cycling boosts our spirits, and makes us feel good. Even in the face of traffic, hills, rain, and potholes our bike ride is a highlight, and is assuredly so also among those who describe their lives as rich and accomplished.
Why not give yourself a chance to find out? Buy a good bike or get your old bike tuned up. And definitely a helmet. Fit the bike with a supportive seat, adjust the handle bar to a comfortable position and add as needed rear rack, fenders, lights, basket, bag or pannier. Pick up a bicycling map of your area and venture out.
Copyright © 2007 Folding Bikes West
It is Eric Sundin's hope that today (and every day) someone who does not bike allows him or herself the opportuntity to find out first hand how enjoyable riding is—on the right bike, with the right gear and on carefully chosen routes...