What is the best eTrike for Riding Up Hills

Being based in the Peak District we know a bit about hills which is why all the eBikes & eTrikes we use are suitable for climbing even the steepest hills

Anything over 10% is conisdered a steep hill and the higher the percentage the steeper the hill. Cheaper eBikes and hub drive eTrikes really do struggle on steeper hills

• Many of our tours feature hills between 10% to 15% which can be climbed pretty effortlessly on our eBikes & eTrikes

• Anything over 15% is pretty steep and even on an eBike or eTrike might require a little more effort - we have very few tours with hills this steep

Most eBikes nowdays are mid drive but eTrikes are a bit different and most are hub drive which makes it harder for them on steeper hills. This is why we only use mid drive eTrikes on our tours

Mid-drive motors are mounted in the trikes's bottom bracket which means they have the following advantages for hills

• Power is routed through the drivetrain better utilising the gears as a power multiplie

• Superior torque multiplication from pedalling

• Easier to maintain consistent RPMs in an optimal range without overheating or losing momentum.

• Better weight distribution improves the trike center of gravity improving balance and handling on uneven & steep terrain.

• Easier tyre maintenance as the motor isn't housed inside the wheel so changing a tyres or servicing a wheel is much easier than dealing with a heavy hub motor.

Winnats Pass is famous for its steep and relentless climb averaging between 11% & 12% over its 1.5 mile length making it perfect for eBikes and eTrikes (although there is one small section near the top that is 20%)