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Affiliate Disclosure

We believe in full transparency about how this site is monetized.

eBikeLocal participates in affiliate marketing programs. This means we may earn a commission when you click on certain links on this site and make a purchase — at no additional cost to you.

How We Earn Money

eBikeLocal generates revenue through affiliate partnerships with eBike brands and retailers. When you click a "Check Price" or "Buy Now" link and complete a purchase, we may receive a small commission.

We are currently enrolled in or applying to affiliate programs through:

  • AvantLink — Aventon, Lectric eBikes, Rad Power Bikes, EVELO, QuietKat, and others
  • ShareASale — Himiway, Heybike, Engwe
  • Impact — Velotric
  • Direct programs — Pedego, Ride1UP
  • Amazon Associates — accessories and smaller brands

FTC Compliance

In accordance with the FTC's guidelines on endorsements and testimonials, eBikeLocal discloses any material connection between this site and the brands or retailers it links to.

Affiliate links on this site are identified with rel="nofollow sponsored" attributes and are marked with language like "Check Price at [Brand]" or similar.

Editorial Independence

Our affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial content. Specifically:

  • We do not accept payment for positive reviews or favorable placement in buying guides.
  • Brands are included or excluded based on their relevance to our readers, not their affiliate commission rates.
  • Pros, cons, and summaries are based on publicly available specifications, independent reviews, and community feedback — not brand relationships. We do not display numeric product scores.
  • We will note known product issues or brand concerns (e.g., Rad Power Bikes' bankruptcy/acquisition) even when we have affiliate relationships with those brands.

Directory Data Independence

The shop directory data — which shops appear, their ratings, and which brands they carry — is derived entirely from Google Places data and brand dealer locators. It is not influenced by advertising or affiliate relationships. Shops cannot pay to be listed, ranked higher, or linked to affiliate programs.

Questions

If you have questions about our affiliate relationships or editorial policies, please contact us through the website. We are committed to maintaining reader trust as our primary asset.

Last updated: April 2026