One of the most attractive features of an electric bike is their ability to make hills seem flat. Gone are the days of dismounting to push your bike up your local hill, now you can fly straight up with the assistance from your e-bike motor! There are a few things to look out for when browsing electric bikes that will determine how easy they make uphill climbing. These include the torque produced from the motor, the cadence sensor and motor size to name a few. We are going to bust all of this jargon and bring to you the best electric bikes for cruising uphill. Here's our top electric bikes for hills: HIKOBIKE RANGLER TOURING ELECTRIC BIKE The Hikobike Rangler is a semi step-through, all terrain adventures e-bike. It works as a fast commuter bike for weekdays, or as an off-road ride for extended bike trails at the weekends. The Rangler features large 27.5” wheels with 2.35 KENDA Off Road, puncture resistant tyres, Tektro hydraulic disc brakes, Suntour XCM front suspension forks and a suspension seat post, creating a bike that withstands fast riding and can soak up the bumps in and out of the city. A great e-bike for all round use.The bike has a colour LCD display and, for convenience and security, the battery is fully removable and can be charged on or off the frame. As an approximate guide, the Rangler can ride 50 – 80 miles on a full battery. Buy Here E MOVEMENT THUNDER V4 500W ELECTRIC BIKE FAT TYRE The E-Bike Thunder Plus from E Movement demonstrates how e-bikes can have a sleek and seamless design without compromising on features.The updated Thunder V4 offers a smooth ride with front adjustable and lockable hydraulic suspension absorbing any bumps along your journey. This bike is also throttle powered so you have the power to cruise without pedalling. More Best Throttle-Powered Electric Bikes here.The Thunder is feature-packed, most exciting is the new oversized colour digital LCD display providing you with all the bikes data on battery levels, speed and distance travelled.Thunder V4 is the proud owner of two fat Heavy-duty 26×4 terrain eating tyres. They offer smooth ride over any surface. The hydraulic front suspension makes your journey further comfortable, especially over any bumpy, rough or muddy patch. The hydraulic front and rear disc brakes provides more control for any of your adventure. Buy Here WESTHILL VENTURE 27.5″ ELECTRIC MOUNTAIN BIKE 14AH Westhill have produced an exceptionally high quality electric mountain bike with an ultra-high torque 65Nm motor. You can now flatten every hill and take on terrain you previously thought impossible.This high spec mountain bike is the perfect companion for an adventurous rider. Packed with a high-performance motor, quick-release LG battery and Shimano 27 speed gears, every ride is a breeze with the Westhill Venture. Key Features: Shimano Altus M2010 9 x 3 Rapidfire gears Tektro hydraulic disc brakes Mozo Summit Air Fork with Lockout 120mm Integrated removable battery 14Ah (Samsung cells) 36V Large full colour display Ultra-High torque Bafang hub motor (65Nm) Selle Royal gel saddle Integrated front light Throttle compatible Alloy front hub with quick release Lightweight electric bike Kickstand Buy Here ARCC ABINGTON ELECTRIC BIKE 250W CUSTOM TOWN BIKE Fitted with the ARCC Intelligent Drive Pod, this combines Bluetooth-controlled variable power levels with automatic hill/gradient compensation. This allows commuting cyclists to choose the amount of effort both they and the motor provides. It will also automatically compensate for hills and gradients and provide ‘launch control’, for safety when moving away from lights and crossings in heavy traffic. The pod uses an industry standard 4.0 Ah, 6.0 Ah or 9.0 Ah Bosch battery, which are readily available from stores and online, and have a range of up to 75km depending on the battery used. KEY FEATURES Custom CraftedEvery ARCC bike is custom drawn with Reynolds technology steel tubing and is hand brazed. Care and expertise shines through with every ARCC eBike making your riding experience comfortable and highly responsive. Launch ControlLaunch control technology will give you a 3 second boost for an effortless get away from lights, crossings and heavy traffic. Bluetooth ControllerA handlebar mounted bluetooth controller will allow you to alter the power levels whilst riding. This can also be done when you connect your bike to the free e2 app. Made By You, For YouChoose from a range of specifications and colours to create the bike to best suit you. ARCC will do the rest so you can focus on experiencing your new ride. Industry Best 5-Year WarrantyARCC offer a 5-Year warranty on the Abington Electric frame and the Pod giving you peace of mind that any issues can be quickly taken care of so you can focus on enjoying your electric bike. Buy Here MBM TITANIA STEP THROUGH HYBRID ELECTRIC BIKE The Titania is one of the most powerful step-through electric bikes on the market with a motor that packs a punch producing 80 Nm of torque! A classy and elegant bike with a comfortable upright riding position. But don’t be fooled by the look. This bike boasts 80nm of torque, and is powered by a 36v 14amp lithium battery giving 504wh of power. The Titania comes equipped with a lightweight 504Wh battery making the bike capable of covering nearly 90 miles on a single charge. Click here for our Best Electric Bikes For Women. MBM is a household name throughout Italy with an excellent reputation for manufacturing a comprehensive range of quality bikes. Each electric bike is assembled by trained technicians ensuring the high quality is maintained every step of the way. SHIMANO 7 SPEED GEARSExperience smooth gear changes with the Shimano Acera 7 Speed Gears. PUNCTURE RESISTANT TYRESEnjoy a smooth ride with the durable Schwalbe Marathon 700X47 puncture resistant tyres. Buy Here Want to go extreme? Check out our Best Over 250W Electric Bikes here. Conclusion There you have it, our top picks for electric bikes that make even the biggest of hills feel like a breeze. If you have any questions about one of these electric bikes or any others available at Pedal & Chain, do not hesitate to contact a friendly member of our team today.
