Yes, that’s right.
The Eleglide Tankroll is literally like a tank, this thing is unstoppable.
It's built like a tank.
The robust body has a max payload of 120kg.
The day we were shooting the video I carried two heavy bags that each weighed around 10kg,
so plus my weight of almost 90kg we nearly got to its limit, but I still had a good and
nimble ride with it.
It is a lot of fun and makes for great utility riding.
The fat tire e-bike has a powerful brushless rear hub motor that easily gives me 24 or
25km/h with either throttle-only operation or pedal assist on flat ground.
Though it’s a bit disappointing as I was expecting a faster speed.
Considering in many countries, the highest speed is not allowed to be faster than 25km/h.
I can live with that.
The 26*4.0” giant tires are from a reputable brand, the CST.
They worked well at absorping bumps on different roads and make for a pretty decent ride – certainly
much better than a hard trail mountain bike.
Of course you won’t have the same nimble ride as a mountain bike since the heavy fat
tires aren’t nearly as responsive, but the bike still remains fairly sporty and comfortable
thanks to the shorter frame.
Another important feature that makes for a comfortable ride is the dual shock-absorber
hydraulic suspension.
The upgraded suspension comes with a lockout that allows you to lock it on flat roads for
a fast ride and unlock it in bumpy terrain for a comfortable ride.
Just to test how good they are, I took it a bit extreme and they were just good enough
to handle.
The bike also supports a removable battery.
The capacity is 48V10A.
I haven’t tested the range on pure-power assist mode, but I guess would be below 50km.
If you want to eke out more range then you can add some old-fashioned pedaling, and that
would get you to 65km to 70km of range.
But this isn’t a high-capacity battery – it’s a good enough battery.
The Tankroll offers 5 assist levels.
For each assist speed I will just list it on the screen.
Surprisingly, it has a 6km/h Push Mode.
With that, you can walk the bicycle easily and effortlessly.
If you went out shooting carrying two crazy heavy bags like me, you will know how thankful
I am for this feature.
For others, the Tankroll offers a large-screen center-mounted LCD display that shows you
information like power, speed, mileage, etc.
There’s a typical LED headlight and a rear light like you’ll find on most basic e-bikes.
Just like the Eleglide Citycrosser I’ve just reviewed, it sports SHIMANO 7-speed deraileur
and two disc brakes, smooth and safe.
The adjustable saddle is great for riders ranging in height from 5.4ft to 6.5ft.
Regarding unboxing and assembly, I’ve already done a video about that two months ago.
It comes 90% pre-assembled, which means that there is no need to deal with a complicated
installation before you can finally take it out for a spin.
That is a big plus.
After my crazy test during the last two months, I’ve got to say I’m impressed by the Tankroll.
If you’re looking for a durable, all weather, all terrain and extreme fun outdoor transportation
with a decent amount of speed and power and that is also environmentally friendly, this
Tankroll fat-tire e-bike should be right at the top on your shopping list.
If you have to ask are there any downsides, maybe the only one I can think of is its weight,
31kg doesn’t seem ideal to move from place to place, but you have to know that this Tankroll
is specifically made for use in the wild outdoors to deal with all kinds of harsh situations,
the build quality must be like a tank.
If you want a lightweight and dedicated city bike, go to the Eleglide Citycrosser.
But for me, fat tire e-bikes like the Tankroll is my always my first option.