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OUTDOOR TECH

Aussies have a passion for getting out in the sun and exploring, keeping fit, capturing photos and video of adventures - or even just getting to and from work without being cooped up in the car. We’ve always loved to get outside, soak up the summer sun and enjoy life – so here are some ways to make getting out there easier and more fun than ever.

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GET ON YOUR BIKE… OR SCOOTER! One of the best ways of keeping fit while getting some serious

affordable e-bikes possible for the first time. Not far behind were e-scooters, packing the benefits of the e-bike into a compact, carryable travel platform. The difference between the two is all about travel distance. An e-bike is perfect for long rides, whether it’s exploring or commuting, where you can choose to let the motor take over when you need a break, but want the flexibility of a conventional bike as well. An e-scooter, on the other hand, is the ultimate urban short-trip machine, something you can carry on the train with you and then use to quickly zoom to work or home.

adventuring done has always been the classic means of getting from A to B without an engine – the bicycle. It’s traditionally been the simplest of things. You put your energy into making the pedals move, and you eventually get where you’re going – just tired and sweaty, especially if your journey involves hills. So, it’s no surprise that someone came up with the idea of fitting bikes with a small electric motor to help out. What stayed a niche market for decades, though, finally exploded in popularity as advances in both battery and motor tech made lightweight, compact,

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Both e-bikes and e-scooters are designed with water resistance in mind – but they’re not waterproof, and because there’s a lot of electronics on board that doesn’t like to get wet, it’s best to keep your bike or scooter away from large downpours and deep puddles. Check the road rules in your state to make sure it’s legal and safe to ride your e-scooter on the road. Generally, e-scooters are more at home on footpaths, while e-bikes are designed to be ridden on the road.

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Please Note: Each state and territory in Australia has a different set of rules and regulations pertaining to the usage of e-scooters and e-boards (including where e-scooters and e-boards can legally be used and whether e-scooters and e-boards need to be registered with the relevant road traffic authority). Any user of this product must ensure that they check and abide by their local by-laws and use responsibly. Ride with caution and always wear a helmet and protective

What to Buy:

Benelli Bravo eBike 90km range, front suspension and front LED display, perfect for commuting. $2,999

Unagi Model One Dual 250W motors and anti-lock brakes make sure you get where you need to go. $1,699

Fiido D12 Foldable Electric Bike Only 12.9kg, with up to 100KM range on a single charge. $1,699

Segway Kickscooter Max IPX7 water resistance and the longest range on the market. $1,399

gear when riding your e-scooter and e-board.

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