Some e-trike fans may picture senior citizens as elderly and timid trike riders, traveling only on neighborhood streets near their homes. That may have been somewhat true 25 years ago, but it is certainly not the case today. Seniors are riding all types of e-trikes, and a large percentage of e-trike sales definitely go to seniors.
A Mooncool e-trike will provide seniors with moments and memories that make life worthwhile! After all, healthy and happy living should be a priority for all seniors, right? Check out the details below and make your plans to join the e-triking community.
How do You Think of Seniors?
Still, it’s hard for some people to think of seniors tackling steep hills or busy city streets. By its very nature, the mention of an electric trike conjures up images of park trails, hills, rough pathways and long rides. This might make it difficult to imagine riders over the age of 65 would have any interest in an e-trike. Or perhaps some consumers would think that electric trikes are too dangerous for the senior age group.
If you take a closer look, you discover a far different picture. Modern-day seniors are much more fit and active than in years gone by, and many are quite capable of activities such as off-road cycling. Further, off-road riding has become an extremely popular activity in recent years, and that’s just one reason the industry reports that e-trike sales are growing in record-breaking numbers.
E-trike Business is Booming
In the US, e-trike sales hit $6 billion last year. Industry analysts predict explosive growth for the nest several years, with e-trike sales expected to exceed $19 billion by the year 2030.
Seniors are definitely included in the growing number of e-trike riders. Interestingly, outdoor activity in general has been declining in the United States for several years, and yet the interest in outdoor cycling remains high. It is important to note that enjoying a fat tire e-trike does not mean shredding a tough technical trail at high elevation. Like everyone, seniors must evaluate their physical fitness and general health, and ride in a manner that is appropriate.
Don’t Be Fearful
Be sure to not let fear of trying something different keep you away from e-trikes. Many seniors are quite capable of riding an e-trike even though riding a conventional bicycle might be difficult. The great advantage of an electric trike is that one word…electric! It means there is power from an electrified motor to assist you with pedaling. Serious effort is no longer necessary for enjoying a long ride. In fact, no effort at all is required. On days when pedaling seems too hard, you can choose to ride entirely with motor power…no problem!
For some seniors, riding a park trail, gravel road, or a busy city street is perfectly appropriate. For others, riding could mean sticking to easy paved roads or groomed trails. Regardless, senior citizens can certainly benefit from riding an e-trike, whether on a sandy beach or smooth pavement in a local neighborhood.
People of All Ages are Loving E-Trikes
Everyone from teenagers to senior adults can enjoy riding an electric tricycle. Even if you have not been on a bicycle or tricycle in many years, seniors don’t need to feel that they can never experience that pleasure again.
The Mooncool Folding TK1 and TK1 Fat Tire e-trikes are especially useful for seniors. They are powerful and comfortable, easy to ride, and riding on three wheels eliminates any balance problems.
Added Mobility is a Big Plus
For many seniors, just getting around the neighborhood is a huge problem. Walking to a local store, for example, may be impossible because of weak knees or hips, or fear of falling. Seniors with balance issues have difficulty, even if in excellent health otherwise.
With an e-trike, there is a tremendous improvement in mobility. Riders are on three wheels, so there is no worry about balancing. When a senior comes to a full stop on a bicycle, there is risk of a fall. The same full stop on an e-trike is no problem…stop as long as you want and there’s no risk of falling. When dealing with physical weakness, there is no concern about strength because the e-trike motor does all the work!
Discover Transportation that Saves Dollars
Most trikes are suitable for multipurpose use. Think of them as a combination of the best characteristics of a comfy cruiser and a strong off-road trike. You might, for example, enjoy a remote campground trail on the weekend. Then on Monday, you could be loving the fun and economy of commuting to work on your e-trike or running routine errands. You might even decide to take an off-road shortcut on your way to the grocery store!
This means that a good e-trike is not restricted to recreational use. It is also excellent for commuting to your workplace. Riding an e-trike gives you options.
Save Cash on Transportation
The average American has expenses of more than $15,000 annually just for commuting to work, routine driving, and perhaps an occasional leisure trip. When you add an e-trike to your life, you can give yourself a very nice discount on the cost of getting from Point A to Point B.
Seniors love commuting to work worry-free. You know you’ll get there on time and you’ll do it for a mere fraction of the cost involved with an automobile…or even public transportation. In fact, you could easily save more than $400 monthly compared to automobile expenses.
If you are a senior who is past the years of commuting to work, you can still save money riding your e-trike. When you have to make a quick trip for a gallon of milk, just leave the car in your driveway. The savings add up, and you’ll have a much more enjoyable journey on your electric trike! Exactly how much can you save? Everybody’s different, but it’s safe to say you’re looking at substantial savings every month. Your monthly transportation savings could easily cover the payment on your shiny new Mooncool e-trike!
Enjoy Better Health on an E-trike
Enjoying a trike ride is great, and saving money on transportation is always a good thing, but nothing is more important than good health. Here are some very good reasons why riding an e-trike could be the right activity for a senior adult:
Exercise is key to health and happiness. Your e-trike gives you a way to begin at a perfectly comfortable level of exercise that’s just right for you. It’s important to exercise prudently, and Mooncool makes it very easy to gradually increase your level of fitness. This is true for everyone, even those dealing with injury, arthritis, deteriorating joints, and other restricting factors.
E-trikes Open Cycling Opportunities
Too many seniors experience injuries from loss of balance and falling, and that’s while walking and standing–not necessarily while working or exercising. Regularly riding an e-trike can improve both leg strength and your sense of balance. Of course, always check with your doctor before adding any new exercise.
E-trikes can also help seniors avoid Type-2 Diabetes. Studies show that seniors who get 30 minutes or more of cycling exercise daily can lower their risk of developing Type-2 Diabetes by up to 40%. This is very important, as Type-2 Diabetes is extremely common and dangerous, as well as inconvenient.
Live longer with e-triking! With an e-trike, regular exercise is easy, and that promotes better mitochondrial maintenance. Healthy mitochondria are key to a longer life. The consistent exercise also strengthens muscles throughout your body. Not only the large calorie-burning muscles like your glutes and quadriceps, but also those many small muscles that play a supporting role around your knees, elbows, ankles, neck, etc.
More Time Outdoors is Healthy
E-trike riding gets you outdoors! The health experts remind us that fresh air and sunshine are amazingly good for us! When the sunlight hits your skin, Vitamin D production begins immediately, and your body will appreciate it!
Sunlight improves recovery time. Healing comes more quickly and sunlight also helps reduce pain.
Fresh air and sunshine are good for your brain! They increase brain activity, which is great for anyone, and especially seniors. People who increase their time spent outdoors tend to be significantly more physically active.
Fresh air and sunshine also improve your mood and give you a sense of well-being. You eat better and sleep better. With more time outdoors, the brain produces more serotonin, which aids appetite management and sleep. You simply feel better, and your friends and family enjoy your company more because the exercise also improves your mood.
As we age, it becomes more important than ever to stay fit, active, and get some time outdoors. This makes your E-TRIKE an extremely valuable investment in improved health!
Good Old-Fashioned Fun
It’s true, an e-trike is great for economical transportation and excellent for health improvement, but beyond that…riding an e-trike is also a whole new world of fun! Older adults suddenly discover that they can ride like a kid again. The advantage of pedal assistance from the motor allows them to get back into a once-loved activity, and now that love is rekindled with no worries about balancing.
Another big plus is that trike riding is an activity perfect for companionship. Seniors can plan rides with family — perhaps with grandchildren. If there is no family nearby, other senior adults may have the same interests, and there may even be a riding club in your area. Seniors discover that everywhere they ride, there are people excited to see your e-trike and eager to know more about it.
Meet the Mooncool E-trikes
Economical transportation, better health, fun and family are the reasons Mooncool has added a full line of e-trikes to their e-bike models. The unbeatable combination of quality, durability, comfort, power, and consumer-friendly pricing means Mooncool is very attractive to seniors shopping for an e-trike.
As we age, it becomes more important than ever to stay fit, active, and get some time outdoors. This makes your Mooncool e-trike an extremely valuable investment. Visit www.mooncool.com to order yours from the comfort of your living room.
