GOTRAX Alpine
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Summary of Reviews
We have read all expert and user reviews on the GOTRAX Alpine. In summary, this is what cyclists think.
6 reasons to buy
- Reviewers enjoy the comfort of the upright riding position.
- Testers praise the smooth power delivery from both pedal assist and the throttle.
- The Nutt hydraulic disc brakes perform well in testing.
- The Alpine comes with a front rack (22lb capacity), rear rack (55lb capacity), bottle cage, lights, and fenders.
- Testers say the step-through frame is easy to mount.
- The assembly process is simple thanks to the detailed manual, according to an expert.
12 reasons not to buy
- In one range test, a 225lb reviewer gets just 25.4 miles of city riding at an average speed of 14mph.
- Riders at the low end of the 5' to 6'4" stated height range are unlikely to fit the minimum seat height of 33.2”.
- At 74.4” long and 78.1lb, the Alpine is large and heavy.
- The low IPX4 water resistance rating means the Alpine shouldn't be ridden in heavy rain.
- Reviewers find the Alpine slow, and the motor struggles on steep hills and off-road.
- Neither the bike nor the battery is UL certified.
- A tester reports ghost pedaling at 20mph.
- Pedal assist lags by a full turn of the cranks.
- One reviewer complains of clanking fenders when riding over bumps.
- An expert says the front rack's weight contributes to unstable handling.
- One tester feels the handlebars are too narrow.
- A reviewer recommends changing the small, slippery pedals.
Bottom line
The GOTRAX Alpine is a budget fat-tire e-bike with a 500W motor and 648Wh battery. Reviews are limited, but testers are most impressed with its smooth motor assistance and comfortable riding position. However, the low torque is disappointing, and the motor struggles on hills. The heavy front end and overall weight compromise handling. Other drawbacks to the Alpine include delayed PAS, ghost pedaling, a low water resistance rating, and a small battery that is not UL-certified. While testers feel the Alpine performs well for the price, its shortcomings should be carefully considered.
Expert Reviews
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