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Hi both, Great, very helpful advice thank you. We already have a decent bike so could look at converting. And hadn't at all thought about the idea of a joining bar - good idea! The guidance about speed is helpful as well - doesn't sound too bad. If I leave at the wrong time in the car it takes me 2 hours to get to work so 1'15 sounds very reasonable! The train/bike combo would definitely be an option as well so lots of things to consider. Thank you!

Hi there, Completely new to ebikes so apologies if I come across as a bit of a muppet! Our school/work commute has become increasingly nightmare-ish by car. Public transport not a option from where we are & it's too far to do it all by regular bike so - ta da! - am looking into getting an electric bike. However, not sure if it's feasible so thought I'd post on here & seek some advice if that's ok Q1 - What are my options re. transporting a 9 y.o boy on the back?! Would you recommend any particular models in terms of comfort, balance etc.? Q2 - How far would be a reasonable commute with said child on board? We have a 10 mile ride to school, which says 50 minutes on google maps for a regular bike but assume it should be a bit less on an ebike? Q3 - I have an additional 8 miles to work after dropping at school. So this would make my commute 18 miles each way. There's no way I would contemplate that on a regular bike but is it feasible on an electric bike? I'm pretty fit from other sports but haven't cycled much since my youth Like I say, apologies if I sound naive. Just had a lightbulb moment sat in a jam this morning - there must be more to life than this! Thank you for your help!