Why should you rent an e-bike on your holiday in Cornwall?

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So Why Should You Rent An E-Bike On Your Holiday in Cornwall?

Cornwall is one of the most beautiful counties in the UK, so it comes as no surprise that many visitors like to explore the stunning landscape on bikes. It’s the perfect way to enjoy the coastal paths, keep active and really get a sense of what Cornwall has to offer.

The Cornish Way cycle route is a brilliant initiative that has connected many different paths right across Cornwall, making cycling around the county easy and enjoyable. But renting an e-bike on your holiday in Cornwall is sure to make it even better!

At Cornish Wave, we love finding the best ways for you to enjoy the unique scenery on our doorstep, which is why we’re now offering e-bikes to rent. They’re a great way to travel around, whether you’re an experienced cyclist or on a family holiday. Here’s why.

What is an e-bike?

Generally speaking, e-bikes look pretty similar to regular bikes. They have pedals, handles, 2 wheels and a seat – so everything you’d expect to see. But they also have a battery-powered motor. This is activated by pedalling and some even have a throttle. Just like a regular bike, you control how fast you go with your feet but you can engage the motor at any time to give you a boost when you’re going uphill or your legs start to get a little tired. Check out a great guide on everything e-bikes by WHICH

Why is an e-bike a good idea in Cornwall?

E-bikes make life easier

Cornwall is known for its beauty. But it’s also known for its hills. Not only are there a few long climbs in the area, but it’s also very common to encounter many short and steep ascents on a trail. Going out on an e-bike is the perfect way to make these trails accessible to more people. You can use the extra motor boost to help you accelerate up the hill and even if you’re fit, an e-bike can help you get to the top quicker!

What’s more, there are many long cycle trails in Cornwall. On a regular bike, these may be a bit daunting for many people. Luckily, on an e-bike, these trails become a possibility – allowing you to enjoy the beautiful, wild countryside of Cornwall without being totally exhausted!

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E-bikes are still exercise

A common misconception is that e-bikes don’t really count as exercise. They do! You’ll definitely be on an active holiday if you choose to cycle around Cornwall on an e-bike. You’ll still be putting in most of the effort, but you’ll have a little help getting to the tops of the hills for those amazing views.

E-bikes are the perfect way to explore Cornwall whilst also getting some exercise and doing something good for the environment. You can rent a range of e-bikes from Cornish Wave for a day or even a week so you can fully enjoy everything Cornwall has to offer!

They’re much better (and greener) than cars

Cornwall is proud of how beautiful the local scenery is and it’s important to do everything we can to keep it like that. E-bikes are a great and greener way to get around the county because they emit less pollution than motorbikes and cars. They’re also a much more enjoyable mode of transport!

Not only are they green, but parking is also much easier and you won’t spend your time stuck in traffic. You’re free to cycle along the routes at your own leisure, park the bike up wherever you fancy (whether that’s a local restaurant or a good spot for a picnic) with no hassle. Renting an e-bike from us is also much cheaper than renting a car for your holiday.

No need to tire yourself out before other sports!

Cornwall is the perfect place for catching some waves or enjoying a stand up paddleboarding class (amongst many other things)! Arriving to your lesson on an e-bike is a great way to warm up but not tire yourself out. Some e-bikes are also equipped with surfboard racks to make travelling around even easier.