A Summer in Review
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The 2023 San Diego summer was an interesting one. Inclement weather impeded on our temperate weather’s claim. Storm clouds were a bit more common than usual, an unfortunate side-effect of an El Niño predicted to
be significantly stronger than usual.

The good news is the shop stayed strong. We were able to rally and knock our rental and sales quotas out of the park!

Heck yeah.

Speaking as the Rental Manager, I saw a lot of smiling faces riding our rentals. It brought a simple pleasure to me. We had our fair share
of disgruntled customers but we will always at least try to do right by them. Even if it means rescuing them from the side of Pacific Highway.
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Rentals:

-We smashed our own expectations for rentals, coming close to doubling our goal in July. Next July we’ll just have to double it.
-The Coastal Cruiser brand (our in-house E-Beach Cruiser) proved its worth in the field. Proving to be far and away the most durable and reliable bike in our fleet.
-Our customers continue to prove time and time again why they’re the best as well and we’ll be spending our off-season brain-storming promotions for you guys.
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Sales:

-We continue to be the most experimental shop in San Diego, essentially trying every brand we get our hands on.
-We’ve started carrying brands we’re really excited about and stand by with our heart and soul. (Tune in the coming weeks to read about them)
-The industry continues to grow at a naseuting pace, a dizzying one to break into for us. We’re up to the task no doubt about it.

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Service:

-Service is our backbone and continues to be so. We’ve continually upped our quality month on month for 12 months now.
-We are now the premier shop in Point Loma (for E-Bike repairs), we’ve sped up our turn arounds, opened up more space, become more responsive, etc.
-Service does and will continue to keep our lights on. Drop by the shop to ask about brake upgrades.
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Obstacles:

-Only one obstacle – Space – We continue to become more skilled but we are now wall to wall bikes. Unfortunately our mechanics do need floor space to walk.
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Up Next:

-A Day With the ONYX RCR – an electric Cafe Racer
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Thanks for reading! We’re trying something new with our blogs so please excuse the improvisational tone of this first issue.

-SB

P.S. – A very special thank you to the Point Loma Summer Concert Series! What a fun community event.

Did you know that the California state government is offering subsidies for the purchase of new electric bicycles (e-bikes)? This program, called the Clean Vehicle Assistance Program (CVAP), is administered by the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) in partnership with the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and is designed to encourage the use of clean vehicles, including e-bikes, in an effort to reduce air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions in the state.

If you are considering purchasing a new e-bike, you may be eligible for a subsidy through the CVAP. To be eligible, the e-bike must be a new e-bike powered by an electric motor with a maximum power output of 750 watts or less and be used for transportation purposes. The amount of the subsidy varies depending on the specific e-bike purchased and the income of the purchaser, with some eligible e-bikes receiving a subsidy of up to $1,500.

To apply for the subsidy, individuals must complete an application and provide proof of income, proof of residency in California, and proof of purchase of the e-bike. Applications can be submitted online or in person at a participating dealership.

E-bikes are a great alternative to traditional gasoline-powered vehicles, as they produce zero emissions and require less energy to operate. If you are interested in taking advantage of this opportunity to save on the purchase of a new e-bike, we encourage you to visit the California DMV website for more information about the CVAP and how to apply for a subsidy. You can also feel free to contact us for assistance with the application process.

Who will qualify for the California e-bike incentive program?

To be eligible for the e-bike subsidy through the California Clean Vehicle Assistance Program (CVAP), individuals must meet the following criteria:

• Residency: The applicant must be a resident of California.
• Income: The applicant must meet certain income eligibility requirements. The specific income limits depend on the size of the household and the location of the applicant within the state.
• Vehicle: The e-bike must be a new e-bike powered by an electric motor with a maximum power output of 750 watts or less and be used for transportation purposes. The e-bike must also be purchased from a participating dealer.

To apply for the subsidy, individuals must complete an application and provide proof of income, proof of residency in California, and proof of purchase of the e-bike. Applications can be submitted online or in person at a participating dealership.

The availability of subsidies may be limited, and they are typically offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Therefore, it is recommended to apply for the subsidy as soon as possible if you are interested in taking advantage of this opportunity.

How Do You Get Information on the E-Bike Incentive Program?

You can sign up CARB’s e-bike email list to receive periodic information regarding the program!

This Sunday, November 20th, Eze Ryder’s will be hosting an event that will have a group ride, shop party, hot sales, demo rides, food, and drinks! We will be joined by FLX, Thorn Brewing Co., Shredlights, ONYX, and more. Make sure to save the date so you don’t miss out on the fun!