Read about Ria P. of Port Dover, ON and how her Gazelle Arroyo C8 allows her to continue her love for biking, on her own terms.

Arroyo C8

Since September 26, 2020. I always rode a bike with a crossbar. In 2010, I switched to an oma fiets – because I liked the upright position and the Dutch-ness.Then, I test rode and bought a Gazelle Arroyo in late September 2020 and, as they say “the rest is history”.

It has given me an extra 10 years (or more!) of enjoying bike rides.

72 years (since I was 3) – Yes, this is mt first ebike; I previously owned an oma fiets style bike and a Giant road bike.

Fitness, fun, cruising around town, as well as using it to view properties as a realtor. The adjustments for the handle bars are fabulous and being able to adjust on my own is a bonus.

Great future! Added infrastructure / paved pathways; or wider shoulders

Riding 100km for a charity ride, 90 km to visit family, and getting lunch at the roadside stop.

I connected my Phone with the Bosch COBI.Bike app. I have 2 panniers to carry an extra battery, for the longer rides, or pick up groceries on the way home. The odometer reads 8,485km. I have the bike serviced each year. So far, only 2 chains have been replaced and I still have the original tires.

This year, I hope to participate in longer group / overnight rides. I plan to hit 10,000 kilometers, ideally 12,000 km by the end of the riding season.

It took me quite a bit to get my comfortable riding position – I changed my seat several times and found the Brooks saddle to be the most comfortable. I wish that the seat post – height up/down could be easier.

My Gazelle ebike has changed my life allowing me to continue biking longer, stay fit, explore the countryside and go longer distances. I am 75 years old and hope to ride for another 5 years at least!