E-Biking Adventures: Bikes, Gear & Getting Outside After 40

Hayley with Comet and Argos in his dog bike trailer beside the lake

I used to be the woman who heard “bicycle ride” and immediately said absolutely not. Now an afternoon on an e-bike—with Ray, friends, or Argos in his trailer—is one of my favorite ways to get outside. If you’re curious about starting, you’re in the right place.

This is where I’m bringing together the bikes I personally own, the gear we use, and the adventures that make us want to keep riding. Women over 40 are especially welcome. You don’t have to be training for anything to enjoy a beautiful day and a good lunch stop.

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Start here: meet my Heybike Venus

My white Heybike Venus beside the lake

Venus is the bike I love introducing to friends who want something approachable. I appreciate her step-through frame, manageable feel, and beautiful bicycle styling. My review covers why I like her and what to consider about fit, handling, and transporting an e-bike before you buy.

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Longer days out: Ruby, my Heybike Hybrid

Ruby, my red Heybike Hybrid, beside a picnic area

Ruby feels heavier and more substantial, especially along roads, and her seat is shockingly comfortable. On a 49-mile hilly Route 5 ride from Erie to the White Turkey restaurant in Ohio, I used mostly PAS 4 and finished with 40% battery remaining. That’s my experience on that ride, not a range guarantee—but it certainly has me planning more adventures.

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Bring the dog: Argos’s fancy caboose

Argos wearing goggles and an orange harness in his Burley dog bike trailer

Of course Argos gets to join the fun. Our dog bike trailer gives him his own place in the adventure, and I’ve shared our experience choosing a setup for a big dog. Start with your dog’s size and comfort, then check trailer capacity, hitch compatibility, and the bike manufacturer’s towing guidance.

Explore our dog bike trailer guide →

Also in my bike family: Comet

Hayley with Comet, her white ANIIOKI e-bike, beside a GAP trail sign

Comet is my ANIIOKI—the bike I call the Cadillac of our e-bike family. Think plush seat, smooth ride, and serious weight that feels closer to a motorcycle. I’ve ridden more than 120 miles on one charge with battery to spare, with about 75% of that riding on throttle only. That’s my personal result, and I’ll share more about this very different bike in a dedicated story.

More rides, gear, and stories to come

I’m building this collection around the things we actually do: group rides, the GAP trail, travel and RV life, and little adventures that turn into a whole day outside. I’ll also be sharing more about our accessories, pannier bags, bike racks, riding clothes, and gift ideas, along with helmets, Lumos, and Sena BiKom communications.

Those guides are still in the works. For now, the reviews and dog trailer guide above are ready to read. Whether your first goal is a short neighborhood loop or you’re already thinking about a longer trip, I hope you find a reason to get out and enjoy the ride.