Video Summary

Introduction

• Scott Hardesty is conducting a battery test on the Aventon Aventure e-bike in cold weather.
• He brings an extra battery to avoid being stranded without power.
• He mentions his previous test on the Velotrack Nomad and covers factors like weight and tire pressure.
• The current weather is 38 degrees Fahrenheit.

“Today it’s going to be how far can I actually get in cold weather with one battery on my Aventon Adventure… I am bringing another battery with me because I am smart…”

Riding with Extra Battery

• Scott brings an additional 10 pounds with the extra battery.
• He weighs 230 pounds and adds 20 pounds of tire pressure.
• The ride starts at 38 degrees Fahrenheit.

“I’m bringing an extra battery so that’s going to be an additional 10 pounds… 20 pounds of pressure in the tires because that’s how I like to ride… the weather is 38 degrees right now.”

Accident and Equipment Damage

• Scott encounters an accident where he hits something and falls off his bike.
• His helmet sinks into the mud, potentially damaging his 360 lens.
• His bike’s lock may have come off or stripped out due to the accident.

“I hit there… My helmet sinks into the mud… I’m pretty sure I just totally scratched that 360 lens… also my lock came off… it is pretty heavy and I’m not sure but I think it might have stripped out.”

Distance Covered and Battery Drain

• Scott covers around 19.3 miles before his battery reaches zero power.
• As the battery drains, it limits the maximum speed, reducing it to about 8 mph.

“We made it about 19.3 miles before things started to… we have zero battery power at this point… I was moving about eight miles an hour, basically as if I didn’t even have battery going.”

Conclusion and Final Thoughts

• Scott considers the test successful, despite encountered issues.
• He believes the bike can go the distance, with the potential to reach 20 miles.
• The extra battery was crucial in ensuring he didn’t run out of power.
• Scott expresses gratitude to his viewers and looks forward to future rides.

“I think that was a pretty successful test… so now you know if you’re heading out and it’s under 40 degrees you’re going to be able to get about 20 miles before you’re out of battery… super glad that I brought that extra battery.”