Griff got a Schwinn Hurricane Electric bike for his birthday and has ridden it almost every day since. If you are looking for a gift that will definitely get used, help take some work off your plate and keep your kid happy for days to come, this electric bike is it!
Adam has had an e-bike for a while now, and it has proven very convenient for the family.
Adam will take it to meet a friend downtown for trivia night, or pick up the boys from school to bring a huge smile to their faces. Owen has been a permanent fixture on the back of Adam’s e-bike for years now, as he was always the biggest complainer on family bike rides.
I was hesitant at first to get e-bikes for the kids. Seeing random kids zooming fast down busy streets was enough to give me pause. But after researching the Schwinn Hurricane it quickly became clear that this compact bike is thrilling enough for the kids, but safe enough to not have me in a constant panic.
You know how much Adam loves to research things. Well, here was his breakdown of why this was the perfect e-bike for Griff and Owen.
1. The Schwinn Hurricane is not flimsy like some of the tiny electric ride-ons designed like a plastic toy, but also not crazy heavy like some adult e-bikes. It’s also built on a mini-moto style frame with 14-inch wheels and ultra-wide 3-inch fat tires.
2. 17.5 mph is the top it will go. Thankfully this brings the excitement for the kids, but doesn’t enter the high-risk territory that would scare me as a parent.
3. It is a trusted brand with a UL 2849 Safety Certification. In layman’s terms this means it is tested to rigorous electrical and fire safety standards. Schwinn has been building bikes for over a century, which brings serious peace of mind.
4. The Schwinn Hurricane has both twist throttle and pedal assist for two ride modes, meaning they still get light exercise but don’t have problems with the big neighborhood hills.
5. It has a built-in LED headlight and tail light. Griff even added extra lights to give some swag to his e-bike. But overall this helps us not have to worry when the sun starts going down and he isn’t home yet from the park.
6. The fatty tires that I mentioned above are key in not just looking cool, but also absorbing bumps and providing superior traction across all surfaces.
That list was key in helping us choose the Schwinn Hurricane e-bike for our kids, and as long as they follow our household rules of always wearing a helmet and following the rules of the road, they are welcome to e-bike as much as they want!
The Schwinn Hurricane has allowed Griff some freedom as he has been excited to ride by himself to the nearest park to meet up with friends, and thankfully hasn’t wanted Adam or I to escort him there.
We love that the e-bike has given him this new found confidence. Although I must admit that I am a nervous wreck now that he is growing up and venturing out on his own. I know that I need to let him fly, but boy is that hard to do!
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Have you ventured into e-bike territory for your kids yet? Provide your thoughts and suggestions in the comments!
