Whether it be in the big city or in a smaller environment, there is no doubt that cycling has become the environmentally friendly option to driving. Cycling is a great alternative to cars for many reasons.
Firstly, it can help you save money on fuel, parking, and maintenance costs, as well as reduce your carbon footprint and environmental impact
Secondly, It can help you improve your physical and mental health by reducing the risk of serious diseases, such as stroke, heart attack, some cancers, depression, diabetes, obesity, and arthritis.
Outside of this, it is a great choice to help you avoid traffic congestion and reduce stress. In terms of bicycle transports, there are different options available for consumers other than the traditional human powered. Electric or e-bikes are becoming a more frequent sight on the road as more providers and riders hit the roads, especially since the start of the COVID pandemic.
However, it is unfortunate that e-bikes have a dark side to them. The Lithium batteries which are used as clean energy batteries for many e-bikes, have harmful effects on the environment.
- Lithium mining leads to the contamination of water, soil, and ecosystems, and the depletion of resources.
- Lithium batteries also contain potentially toxic metals that can cause environmental disaster if improperly disposed.
- Lithium extraction harms the soil and causes air contamination.
The good news is there is an alternative for e-bikes.
A first for electric bicycle
Born from the imagination of a French startup, the Pi-Pop is an electric bicycle that provides and alternative to lithium-ion batteries.
The Pi-Pop (3rd generation) is an e-bike that is electronically charged by human power. Unlike other e-bikes it does not require lithium-ion batteries. Pi-POP is equipped with revolutionary technology, which stores the energy produced by the user to release it at the right time. Pi-Pop not only stores energy when the user pedals, but also when they go down a slope and braking.
The super capacitor on the bike is a storage system that allows energy to be stored and released very quickly. Although the storage capacity of this system is much lower than that of batteries, its lifespan is significantly longer (10-15 years). The number of charge/discharge cycles of super capacitors is potentially several hundred thousand and is much higher than that of standard batteries (a few thousand). This constitutes an advantage in terms of lifespan.
Love this environmentally friendly alternative for cyclists. A even better alternative for the planet.
Features and Specifications
- Dimensions: Length 200cm x height 120cm x width 70cm (handlebars in use position)
- Weight: 21.7 kg (single frame size)
- Colors: White only
- Pneumatic: Michelin World Tour VTC urban 700×35 (37-622)
- Motor/Regenerator: Aikema Electric Drive Systems AKM100SX 250W – 45N.m
- Disc brakes: TEKTRO MD-M280 disc brake. Disc Ø180 mm
- Shifter: Shimano RevoShift 7 speed
- Saddle: SELLE ROYAL Ellipse Relaxed. 3D SkinGel padding
- Mudguard: Yes
For more information or to acquire the: Pi-POP 3rd generation
About French startup Pi-Pop
Born from the brilliant idea of a French brand, the Pi-Pop is an electric bicycle (VAE) replacing lithium-ion batteries with super capacitors that recharge themselves while riding
