# Range-Focused E-Bikes Optibike Unveiled the R22 Everest Edition with 300 Miles of Range By Colin Smith | Published 2022-06-08 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/r22-everest-edition References: [notebookcheck.net](https://www.notebookcheck.net/Optibike-R22-Everest-Edition-E-bike-with-a-300-mile-range-and-a-36-MPH-top-speed-launches.626502.0.html) & [optibike](https://optibike.com/)  '[Optibike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/optibike-riot),' the Colorado-based e-bike manufacturer, announced a new flagship titled the 'R22 Everest Edition.' This is an upgraded version of the brand's previous R22 bike that improves in nearly every area. The R22 Everest Edition has a [carbon fiber frame](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-electric-mountain-bike) to save on weight, allowing the manufacturer to use heavier motors and batteries. The bike boasts top-of-the-line specifications, including a 3,260 Wh battery, a peak power output of 2,500W, and a pedal-assisted top speed of 36 mph. On top of this, the bike reportedly delivers [300 miles of range](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rampage-1-4-sport) before needing to charge. Optibike included a smart screen on the R22 Everest Edition that displays important information such as current speed, remaining battery, current gear, and total mileage. Image Credit: Optibike ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.3/10 - Popularity: 85% | Activity: 92% | Freshness: 12% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Range-focused E-bikes:** The trend of high-range e-bikes is developing, promoting the use of e-bikes for long-distance travel. - **Carbon Fiber Frames:** The use of carbon fiber frames in e-bikes is a rising trend in the bicycle industry, improving the manufacturers' ability to install heavier motors and batteries while keeping the bike lightweight. - **Smart Screens in E-bikes:** The trend of integrating smart screens in e-bikes is expanding, providing riders with useful and important information during their travels. ### Who This Affects Most - **Electric Bicycle Manufacturing:** E-bike manufacturers are currently developing new and upgraded models with longer ranges and lighter frames. - **Carbon Fiber Manufacturing:** The carbon fiber industry is growing in demand as more bicycle manufacturers require the material for their models. - **Smart Screen Technology Manufacturing:** The growing trend of integrating smart screens into various products such as e-bikes is driving the development and innovation of smart screen technology. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Extended Range Mountain Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/optibike-riot.md) - [Triple-Battery E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eunorau-flash.md) - [Long-Range Electric Bicycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velotric-discover-ebike.md) - [Range-Roving E-Bike Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ebike-collections.md) - [Long-Range Electric Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flluid2.md) - [Off-Road Dual-Battery Electric Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/engwe-m20.md) - [Energy-Efficient E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aventon-soltera.md) - [Ultra Long-Range E-Motorbikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/evoke-6061-xr.md) - [Versatile Fat Tire E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fat-tire-ebike.md)