Vvolt
@ridevvolt.bsky.social
We're electric micromobility enthusiasts, designing ebikes for everyday transportation since 2020. We care about sustainability, design, and excellent customer service.
Based in Portland Oregon, ridden across North America.
https://vvolt.com
#RideVvolt
Based in Portland Oregon, ridden across North America.
https://vvolt.com
#RideVvolt
We partnered with five great cycling brands (and one pro-bike coffee roaster) to give away the Ultimate Ride commuter package!
Enter to win here: gleam.io/WV6TD/ultima...
Enter to win here: gleam.io/WV6TD/ultima...
July 29, 2025 at 8:41 PM
We partnered with five great cycling brands (and one pro-bike coffee roaster) to give away the Ultimate Ride commuter package!
Enter to win here: gleam.io/WV6TD/ultima...
Enter to win here: gleam.io/WV6TD/ultima...
What does it mean that someone rode our commuter bike on a 1200-mile tour from Oregon to Socal?
...It means our ebikes are awesomely capable beyond our designed uses!
Learn more about Doug's story:
vvolt.com/blogs/news/t...
...It means our ebikes are awesomely capable beyond our designed uses!
Learn more about Doug's story:
vvolt.com/blogs/news/t...
Touring 1200 Miles on a Centauri II
The Vvolt Centauri II is a perfect long-distance electric touring bicycle, according to one Vvolt rider who made a 1200-mile trip on his new bike in Summer 2025
vvolt.com
July 17, 2025 at 7:00 PM
What does it mean that someone rode our commuter bike on a 1200-mile tour from Oregon to Socal?
...It means our ebikes are awesomely capable beyond our designed uses!
Learn more about Doug's story:
vvolt.com/blogs/news/t...
...It means our ebikes are awesomely capable beyond our designed uses!
Learn more about Doug's story:
vvolt.com/blogs/news/t...
We don't love having to counterprogram against a fake shopping holiday that lines billionaire pockets, but here we are!
Remember kids, A**zon pays media to promote their sale, and whatever you're shopping for is often available from the manufacturer or other sellers at a similar price.
Remember kids, A**zon pays media to promote their sale, and whatever you're shopping for is often available from the manufacturer or other sellers at a similar price.
July 8, 2025 at 6:41 PM
We don't love having to counterprogram against a fake shopping holiday that lines billionaire pockets, but here we are!
Remember kids, A**zon pays media to promote their sale, and whatever you're shopping for is often available from the manufacturer or other sellers at a similar price.
Remember kids, A**zon pays media to promote their sale, and whatever you're shopping for is often available from the manufacturer or other sellers at a similar price.
A little good news: a bipartisan duo has introduced a bill eliminating tariffs on bike components used for manufacturing complete bikes in the US.
www.bicycleretailer.com/industry-new...
www.bicycleretailer.com/industry-new...
Bi-partisan lawmakers introduce bill that would boost US assembly and manufacturing
WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — Legislation introduced in Congress this week would eliminate tariffs on components used to assemble complete bikes in the U.S., long a major concerns of bike brands looking to add...
www.bicycleretailer.com
June 11, 2025 at 9:14 PM
A little good news: a bipartisan duo has introduced a bill eliminating tariffs on bike components used for manufacturing complete bikes in the US.
www.bicycleretailer.com/industry-new...
www.bicycleretailer.com/industry-new...
We're excited that WIRED named Alpha II as one of their best ebikes!
"...a standout when it comes to pedal power, thanks to a Goldilocks geometry that strikes the right balance between an upright Dutch-style city bike and a standard American hybrid."
www.wired.com/gallery/best...
"...a standout when it comes to pedal power, thanks to a Goldilocks geometry that strikes the right balance between an upright Dutch-style city bike and a standard American hybrid."
www.wired.com/gallery/best...
The 17 Best Electric Bikes for Every Kind of Ride
We tested the best electric bikes in every category: commuting, mountain biking, foldable, cruisers, and more.
www.wired.com
May 30, 2025 at 7:01 PM
We're excited that WIRED named Alpha II as one of their best ebikes!
"...a standout when it comes to pedal power, thanks to a Goldilocks geometry that strikes the right balance between an upright Dutch-style city bike and a standard American hybrid."
www.wired.com/gallery/best...
"...a standout when it comes to pedal power, thanks to a Goldilocks geometry that strikes the right balance between an upright Dutch-style city bike and a standard American hybrid."
www.wired.com/gallery/best...
This is cool. Professionalizing the bike repair industry can help legitimize bikes and e-bikes as transportation in the US.
www.bicycleretailer.com/industry-new...
www.bicycleretailer.com/industry-new...
Department of Labor recognizes Bicycle Repair Technician apprenticeable
GRANGER, Ind. (BRAIN) — The Department of Labor recently approved retailer Mike Shapiola's request to declare Bicycle Repair Technician apprenticeable. The Office of Apprenticeship letter to Shapiola,...
www.bicycleretailer.com
May 27, 2025 at 6:46 PM
This is cool. Professionalizing the bike repair industry can help legitimize bikes and e-bikes as transportation in the US.
www.bicycleretailer.com/industry-new...
www.bicycleretailer.com/industry-new...
"[Americans are ]...considering less expensive and more environmentally sustainable alternatives, such as car- and ride-sharing, leasing, and public transport."
Hey @newsweek.com - please remind your editors that bikes and ebikes should be part of this story!
www.newsweek.com/americans-lo...
Hey @newsweek.com - please remind your editors that bikes and ebikes should be part of this story!
www.newsweek.com/americans-lo...
Americans are losing interest in buying a car
A growing number of Americans are looking into alternatives to owning a car as costs continue rising.
www.newsweek.com
May 5, 2025 at 9:47 PM
"[Americans are ]...considering less expensive and more environmentally sustainable alternatives, such as car- and ride-sharing, leasing, and public transport."
Hey @newsweek.com - please remind your editors that bikes and ebikes should be part of this story!
www.newsweek.com/americans-lo...
Hey @newsweek.com - please remind your editors that bikes and ebikes should be part of this story!
www.newsweek.com/americans-lo...
Alpha II lands on the EBR list as one of the best "Dutch Cruisers."
electricbikereport.com/best-beach-c...
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May 5, 2025 at 5:04 PM
Alpha II lands on the EBR list as one of the best "Dutch Cruisers."
electricbikereport.com/best-beach-c...
electricbikereport.com/best-beach-c...
Our local cycling event calendar is filling up! Find us at Bike Beaverton this Sunday from 1-3, then at Portland Sunday Parkways on the 18th. We're also doing private employer-sponsored info sessions for #MayisBikeMonth!
May 2, 2025 at 11:03 PM
Our local cycling event calendar is filling up! Find us at Bike Beaverton this Sunday from 1-3, then at Portland Sunday Parkways on the 18th. We're also doing private employer-sponsored info sessions for #MayisBikeMonth!
The freshest custom lowrider ebike ever, melting minds in the Gates booth at Sea Otter.
April 12, 2025 at 6:09 PM
The freshest custom lowrider ebike ever, melting minds in the Gates booth at Sea Otter.
Attending the Sea Otter Classic bike festival? You can spot Vvolt ebikes and score some Vvolt stickers in the Gates, Ananda and ECHOS booths!
April 11, 2025 at 5:42 PM
Attending the Sea Otter Classic bike festival? You can spot Vvolt ebikes and score some Vvolt stickers in the Gates, Ananda and ECHOS booths!
Well, it’s not clear if our tariff rate will be 174% or *merely* 104%.
It IS clear that we are facing one hell of a penalty because of the fact that we went to the world’s most capable market when trying to supply an affordable transportation option for American consumers.
It IS clear that we are facing one hell of a penalty because of the fact that we went to the world’s most capable market when trying to supply an affordable transportation option for American consumers.
April 8, 2025 at 8:58 PM
Well, it’s not clear if our tariff rate will be 174% or *merely* 104%.
It IS clear that we are facing one hell of a penalty because of the fact that we went to the world’s most capable market when trying to supply an affordable transportation option for American consumers.
It IS clear that we are facing one hell of a penalty because of the fact that we went to the world’s most capable market when trying to supply an affordable transportation option for American consumers.
We're all for an abundance of improved bike lanes, bus and rail service!
Even better, these improvements and expansions to the transportation network are competitively cheap to implement.
Even better, these improvements and expansions to the transportation network are competitively cheap to implement.
For “abundance” to improve transportation, supporters must consider the kinds of infrastructure that gets built – not just the quantity.
Without addressing externalities (esp from cars), a supply-side spigot of new construction would be a disaster.
Me, in Bloomberg CityLab 🧵
Without addressing externalities (esp from cars), a supply-side spigot of new construction would be a disaster.
Me, in Bloomberg CityLab 🧵
What Would ‘Transportation Abundance’ Look Like?
Fans of the abundance movement say that adding supply solves big problems in housing and health care. But when it comes to getting around, things get complicated.
www.bloomberg.com
April 3, 2025 at 4:29 PM
We're all for an abundance of improved bike lanes, bus and rail service!
Even better, these improvements and expansions to the transportation network are competitively cheap to implement.
Even better, these improvements and expansions to the transportation network are competitively cheap to implement.
If you follow us here, you're probably interested in the intersection of cycling, urban development, and public planning. If that's the case and you're also local to Portland, you might be interested in attending the Oregon Active Transportation Summit hosted by @thestreettrust.org
April 2, 2025 at 9:37 PM
If you follow us here, you're probably interested in the intersection of cycling, urban development, and public planning. If that's the case and you're also local to Portland, you might be interested in attending the Oregon Active Transportation Summit hosted by @thestreettrust.org
This week's review/ranking, in which the ebike reviewer from Autoweek rates the Vvolt Alpha II no.2 behind the ebike from (ahem) Ford.
www.autoweek.com
March 24, 2025 at 9:59 PM
This week's review/ranking, in which the ebike reviewer from Autoweek rates the Vvolt Alpha II no.2 behind the ebike from (ahem) Ford.
😠 DOT heads are asked to do a "project-by-project review" to identify proposals "whose primary purpose is bicycle infrastructure." After the review, "project teams" will "flag any project...for potential removal" if the projects involve bicycle infrastructure.
usa.streetsblog.org/2025/03/12/b...
usa.streetsblog.org/2025/03/12/b...
U.S. DOT Orders Review of All Grants Related to Green Infrastructure, Bikes — Streetsblog USA
Now U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy is coming for our bike lanes!
usa.streetsblog.org
March 12, 2025 at 9:29 PM
😠 DOT heads are asked to do a "project-by-project review" to identify proposals "whose primary purpose is bicycle infrastructure." After the review, "project teams" will "flag any project...for potential removal" if the projects involve bicycle infrastructure.
usa.streetsblog.org/2025/03/12/b...
usa.streetsblog.org/2025/03/12/b...
Centauri II makes another Best Ebikes list! This time it's @tomsguide.com calling it out as "...Almost Flawless."
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March 11, 2025 at 11:05 PM
Centauri II makes another Best Ebikes list! This time it's @tomsguide.com calling it out as "...Almost Flawless."
😊
😊
Riding around Philly in advance of the Philly Bike Expo and found this salient spot to snap a pic!
March 7, 2025 at 3:29 PM
Riding around Philly in advance of the Philly Bike Expo and found this salient spot to snap a pic!
Anyone know a good cure for the 45% aggregate import tariff blues? Asking for a small business friend.
March 6, 2025 at 12:23 AM
Anyone know a good cure for the 45% aggregate import tariff blues? Asking for a small business friend.
Hard to argue with this review from someone who gets to test all sorts of e-bikes every month!
#rideVvolt
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#rideVvolt
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February 21, 2025 at 8:14 PM
Hard to argue with this review from someone who gets to test all sorts of e-bikes every month!
#rideVvolt
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#rideVvolt
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The best way to get to work.
February 19, 2025 at 11:19 PM
The best way to get to work.
Keeping prices as low as possible is part of our mission to expand ebike use.
Still, we can't absorb the new 10% tariff on top of existing 25% import duties.
Effective 2/11 we are increasing the price of Alpha II by $100 and Centauri II by $200.
Still, we can't absorb the new 10% tariff on top of existing 25% import duties.
Effective 2/11 we are increasing the price of Alpha II by $100 and Centauri II by $200.
February 5, 2025 at 6:32 PM
Keeping prices as low as possible is part of our mission to expand ebike use.
Still, we can't absorb the new 10% tariff on top of existing 25% import duties.
Effective 2/11 we are increasing the price of Alpha II by $100 and Centauri II by $200.
Still, we can't absorb the new 10% tariff on top of existing 25% import duties.
Effective 2/11 we are increasing the price of Alpha II by $100 and Centauri II by $200.
Big News! We're partnering with Pedego, expanding their ebike offerings in more than 150 stores across the USA.
We love their community-centered approach to ebike retail. Many shops offer tours and rentals in addition to sales, helping more folks experience ebikes without purchasing first!
We love their community-centered approach to ebike retail. Many shops offer tours and rentals in addition to sales, helping more folks experience ebikes without purchasing first!
January 30, 2025 at 7:32 PM
Big News! We're partnering with Pedego, expanding their ebike offerings in more than 150 stores across the USA.
We love their community-centered approach to ebike retail. Many shops offer tours and rentals in addition to sales, helping more folks experience ebikes without purchasing first!
We love their community-centered approach to ebike retail. Many shops offer tours and rentals in addition to sales, helping more folks experience ebikes without purchasing first!
Taking time for a bike ride is a great way to relax and support good mental health. Take a break from doomscrolling and enjoy a little neighborhood roll, your brain will thank you later.
#rideyourbike
#rideyourbike
January 29, 2025 at 8:02 PM
Taking time for a bike ride is a great way to relax and support good mental health. Take a break from doomscrolling and enjoy a little neighborhood roll, your brain will thank you later.
#rideyourbike
#rideyourbike