Vanmoof S3

2022-07-01 -

£2148 / stuff.tv/vanmoofs3

Vanmoof’s second-gen S3 (or X3 if you’re under 5ft 8in) looks like a normal bike, rides like a normal bike and, crucially, doesn’t cost a ridiculous amount of cash. The chunky 50mm tyres, slightly swooped bars and upright riding position all combine to make it super-comfy, and 30 miles with the power assistance set to level three (out of four) left us completely sweat-free with 20% still in the tank. Plus, for such a looker, the S3 has a lot of discreet smarts to deter thieves. See also the ultra-techy new S5. Stuff says ★★★★★

This smart-looking e-bike offers a great ride, great features and some genuinely useful security smarts

Cowboy 4 £2490 / stuff.tv/cowboy4

The Belgian maker’s latest model has 50% more torque than its predecessor, but the slinky profile and simple interface with GPS remain… and there’s also an equally excellent step-through version, the 4 ST.

★★★★★

Stuff says

Smoothly integrated e-power at a good price

Lemond Prolog £4350 / stuff.tv/prolog

From multiple Tour de France winner and world road race champion Greg Lemond, the Prolog is an all-carbon commute-crushing machine that doesn’t really look like it has a motor or a battery at all.

Stuff says ★★★★★

If you want gears and lightness, it’s worth it