Qreate City Air at Fatbikeskopen.nl

The Qreate City Air is Qreate’s electric city bike, from the brand you’ll also find at our store under the name A-Spadz. It’s a lightweight bike with 27.5-inch wheels, a low step-through frame, hydraulic disc brakes, and a display that communicates with your phone via Bluetooth. Unlocking is done with NFC. What stands out is how much technology it includes for a bike in this class, while keeping the weight low. Below are the things people want to know before ordering it.

Qreate City Air range

According to the specifications, the 36V battery with 13.5 amp-hours provides a range of approximately 60 kilometres. That’s a realistic figure for this capacity, not the inflated number you see with cheaper bikes. For a daily commute of ten kilometres each way, that gives you about three days on a single charge. The battery management system is intelligently designed, meaning the cells are loaded evenly and the battery lasts longer. You can charge it from a standard wall outlet. A full charge takes a night, so plug it in when you get home.

Low step-through frame and 27.5-inch wheels

You see the combination of large wheels and a low step-through frame less often than you might expect. Usually, you have to choose between easy mounting and smooth rolling. Here, you don’t: you step straight through the frame while still rolling efficiently over longer distances. The front has suspension to absorb kerbs and speed bumps; the rear is rigid, which keeps the weight down. For commuting on asphalt and cycle paths, that’s a comfortable balance.

The RGB display with NFC and Bluetooth

There’s a 2.4-inch colour display on the handlebars showing your speed, assistance level, and battery level. You unlock the bike with an NFC card instead of a key, so there’s nothing to lose or duplicate. Via Bluetooth, you can connect the bike to your phone for settings and ride data. That may sound like an added extra, but in practice, the NFC lock is especially useful because you’ll never have to search for a key again.

Brakes and gears

Hydraulic disc brakes at the front and rear are not a given in this price range; many bikes still have mechanical brakes or rim brakes. You notice the difference in the rain and on a descent: you need to squeeze less hard, and the braking remains predictable. Shifting is handled by seven Shimano gears, more than enough for flat terrain and the occasional bridge. The maximum total weight is 150 kilos, so even with a full pannier, you are comfortably within the limit. The front and rear lights are permanently mounted and run on the main battery. The rear light has a brake-light function, so anyone riding behind you can immediately see when you slow down.

Who is the Qreate City Air for?

For commuters and city riders who want a lightweight bike with plenty of comfort and little maintenance. The low step-through makes it accessible to a wide range of riders. What you should know: it only has front suspension, so you will feel more on prolonged rough roads than with full suspension, and the bike is designed for one person. If you want to take children or carry a lot of luggage, a longtail or cargo bike would be a better choice. For commuting a few kilometers a day, this is one of the most comfortable options in this price range.

Ordering from Fatbikeskopen.nl

You can try the City Air at ten showrooms and immediately see how the NFC lock and display work. For maintenance and repairs, you can visit more than 450 locations throughout the Netherlands. If you order online, the bike arrives at your home ready to ride: assembled, with the brakes adjusted and the battery charged. You can arrange insurance directly when placing your order. The warranty is three years on the frame and one year on the moving parts and battery.

See also: A-Spadz e-bikes | A-Spadz | e-bikes | electric city bikes