Willowcatkin

Would prefer in the £700 - £1200 range. May go higher for more battery power or if persuaded by a perfect test ride ...

Thank you all, keep the recommendations coming Think I will be going to nationwide e bikes by the cricket ground on Saturday ....

I need something to get me around as I live in the country with only one bus an hour and do not currently drive (so do not have the option of a moped etc). Having done some basic research I think I need a simple e bike not a torque sensing as I have a pedal bike I don't use. I would want to be able to ride to the shops about 5 miles away and back with a couple of bags of stuff plus possibly commute up to 10 miles each way. I need a small frame with a low step through as I am only 5ft 2" and like to be able to put my feet (not just the tips of my toes!) on the ground when stationary for stability. I also struggle with gears and much prefer the old fashioned bikes that had none. I have read about bikes with 'automatic' gears but not sure if these are just the top end torque sensing ones? I would prefer to start off with a lower budget in case it becomes (another) experiment that ends up staying in the garage. Would welcome all suggestions on what to try and where near Taunton. Thank you