Howling in with the 108 Nm torque Dyname 4.0 motor is the Rocky Mountain Blizzard PowerPlay, a Fats eBike with 27.5″ wheels and 4.5″ tires. The brand new eMTB is after all based mostly on the Blizzard Hardtail, a Fats Bike that has graced the Bikes.com lineup for a few years; that is the very first eBike model thereof.
The concept of any quantity of motor-assistance for Fats Biking in deepest winter is a lovely one. If the help of the motor can assist out the rider sufficient to stop them from sweating, then that rider stands profit, staying hotter for longer. Potential clients might nicely have issues across the efficiency of any motor or battery in very chilly situations, however Rocky Mountain say they’ve examined the Dyname 4.0 motor in excessive climate situations – with a lot success. And, the 720 Wh battery tucked inside this 7005 aluminum body will perform at temperatures as little as -20°C (-4°F).
Rocky Mountain says the Blizzard PowerPlay delivers a robust journey with out getting slowed down in deep snow, with unparalleled vary. With out additional ado, let’s try the small print.
Rocky Mountain Blizzard PowerPlay Fats eBike
- Bike: Rocky Mountain Blizzard PowerPlay
- Intention: Driving anyplace, however particularly suited to snowy, sandy or gravel
- Motor: Dyname 4.0
- Battery Capability: 720 Wh
- Vary Extender Capability: 314 Wh Additional time Pack
- Sizing: SM, MD, LG, XL
- Beginning Worth:
Whereas the acoustic Blizzard Fats Bike is a full carbon affair, the Blizzard PowerPlay Fats-E is offered solely in alloy, operating a 7005 aluminum tubeset. It’s offered with a inflexible carbon fork, residence to 3 bosses on both facet, prepared for the mounting of cages, and different accoutrements. The bike has a complete of 15 mounting factors, and is thus prepared for something from the simple commute to backcountry adventures.
Blizzard Pow(d)erPlay Geometry
Geometrically, the Blizzard PowerPlay is similar to its non-electric counterpart. The pinnacle angle sits at a slack 66°, with the seat tube angle slightly extra upright at 74°. The rear-center size is 5mm longer at 460mm, with seat tube lengths equal, beginning at 380mm on the SM, and topping out at 490mm on the XL. All profit from a dropper seat publish.
Attain figures stay beneficiant, spanning a spread of 425mm to 500mm. A 475mm attain on the LG is paired with a wheelbase of 1236mm.
Although specced completely with a inflexible carbon fork, the Blizzard PowerPlay may also take a 100mm journey 27.5″ suspension fork for these on the lookout for an additional plush journey really feel.
eBike System
Rocky Mountain’s personal Dyname 4.0 motor takes cost of help. It is likely one of the strongest mid-drive eBike motors in the marketplace with a most torque of 108 Nm and a most energy output of 700 W. Help is offered as much as 350% of the rider’s enter.
The detachable 720 Wh battery – which advantages from being saved at 10-25°C when not in use – works at temperatures all the way down to -20°C. Beneath that threshold, the battery will shut itself down to guard itself. When its temperature rises once more to -15°C, it can perform as soon as extra. Even in such chilly situations, RMB says the battery nonetheless delivers round 85% of its full capability.
A 2 Amp and 4 Amp charger can be found to cost the battery off the bike. The previous takes a claimed 7 hours and 35 minutes to revive a full cost, whereas the latter takes a claimed 3 hours and 55 minutes.
Rocky Mountain talk the battery’s cost standing, and the system’s driving mode on their so-called Jumbotron show. It exhibits velocity and cadence info, too. The display screen is neatly built-in into the body’s prime tube the place it’s comparatively out of hurt’s means. A handlebar mounted distant permits the riders to simply swap between journey modes.
Pricing & Availability
The Rocky Mountain Blizzard PowerPlay is offered in two fashions; the Blizzard PowerPlay 30 MicroShift, and the Blizzard PowerPlay 50 SRAM. Related specs under, with worldwide pricing to comply with…
