Build
What’s inside an 18650 cell? And why ...
There has been a boom in ebike builders making their own battery packs out of the popular 18650-format cells (18mm diameter, 65mm long), and I
Build Report: Cannondale Hooligan with BB...
I am Eric and I am the editor of electricbike.com. For the last few years I have been fairly silent and have not contributed content
Custom Build Gallery, Richards’ Tango...
This Ruff Cycle “Tango” framed Cruiser has a simple drive system, but…it is the style and accessory choices that the owner made…which make it such
DIY 18650-cell battery-pack building KITS, ...
Recently, we have seen several kits for assembling a battery pack out of 18650 cells. Here are some examples, so you can see if that
Custom Build Gallery, Patrick’s RC mi...
Patrick is a university engineering student from the Netherlands. Seven years ago (in 2010) he began posting on endless-sphere, asking questions, and building up custom ebikes…with
Using cordless tool batteries for an ebike
If…the idea of using cordless tool batteries to power an ebike has ever crossed your mind? You are not alone. After some research, I found
Maxwell Cycles 2017 NAHBS X01 Ebike
Maxwell Cycles from Petaluma (in Northern California) presented a beautiful ebike at the 2017 NAHBS, and it is an interesting example of using a hubmotor
Ferrofluid and Hubsinks for HOT Direct Driv...
Ferrofluid is an amazing substance if you own a large Direct Drive hubmotor. It does NOT benefit geared hubs or mid drives, but…if you like
How to Buy and Build a Carbon Fiber BBSHD F...
Untitled document by Patrick M. I always have liked a challenge. Two challenges in one? Even better. When I decided that I had to
Upgrading Brakes, is it Worth it? (*YES!)
Most factory cable-operated rim brakes are actually pretty decent. Even so, their performance can be improved by simply swapping to better pads. However…I am getting
Recent Comments
NO! Each State sets it's own limit. In VA it's
By Davis Charles View moreI thought 750 was the federal limit.
By equanimus View moreThanks for taking the time to pass on your knowledge
By Trace View more