Last year, Specialized announced it was expanding its business in a dedicated effort to convince commuters to leave their cars at home and ride into town on two wheels instead. Now, the Globe Haul ST is the first fruit of that vision.
The Haul ST is the first model in a growing line of “everyday high performance EVs” under the Globe banner and is 4.4 to 1.34 to 1.93 meters tall.
The cargo ebike features a short tail rear cargo rack with MIK HD interface and rail system, allowing you to install panniers, a MIK compatible front rack, a rear passenger seat with handlebars and footpegs, a rear wheel cover and more. can. to an e-bike via a “various mounting system”. A double-legged center kickstand adds stability when parking and is especially welcome when loading and unloading.
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Riders get responsive assistance from a custom-tuned 700-W rear hub motor thanks to a torque sensor in the bottom bracket. Five levels of pedal assistance are available via controls on the at-a-glance handlebar display. Check speed, distance, battery status and estimated range. A 9-speed mechanical drivetrain is also incorporated for ride flexibility.
The motor is powered by a 772 Wh battery mounted between double downtubes that reportedly “capable of transporting up to 419 pounds.” [190 kg] up to 60 miles [96.5 km] Includes e-bikes and “standard size riders”.
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It rolls on 20″ double-walled alloy rims wrapped in 3.5″ Carless Whisper Reflect tires, braking power is provided by hydraulic disc brakes with 203mm rotors, and front and rear fenders keep spray and debris at bay. An integrated 1,500-lumen headlight and 50-lumen taillight increase daytime visibility to other road users and illuminate your nighttime adventures. A brass bell is included rather than an electronic horn to warn pedestrians while driving.
The Globe Haul ST is available for pre-order now for US$2,700 and comes with a lifetime frame warranty and a 2-year electrical warranty for peace of mind. The Cargo ebike joins recently launched potential automotive alternatives such as Lectric’s XPedition, Rad Power Bikes’ RadRunner 3, Aventon’s Abound and Trek’s premium-priced Fetch+ model.
Product page: Globe Hall ST
