“The e-bicycle market exploded over the last two years — I think it was 800%,” said Philipp Pfaeffli, the owner of PedelecSQB Electric Bicycle Shop in Punta Gorda, which offers sales, accessories and mechanical services for multiple eBike brands.
Like conventional bicycles, the demand for eBikes went up during the pandemic as people sought outdoor, socially distanced exercise and recreation opportunities. However, for those who wished to improve their fitness but had not regularly attended the gyms before they shut down, simply jumping onto a bicycle was not necessarily a viable option. With features that assist when needed, eBikes provided the extra boost that made going back to biking possible.
