Onemile Nomad

A folding electric bike made of magnesium

Micro-mobility specialist Onemile has unveiled a technologically interesting electric bike. Interesting because its frame is made of cast magnesium. This metal, much lighter than aluminum (density = 1.74 as opposed to 2.7), is particularly abundant on our planet: it is already used for airplanes, trains and cars, among other things.

Onemile Nomad

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Published 31/05/2022

By Dick Sawyer

Issue: 184

Published: july / aug. 2022

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To guarantee good mechanical qualities, magnesium is however used in the form of an alloy (5 to 9% of aluminum, 0.2 to 0.9% of zinc and 0.15 to 0.35% of manganese) For their Nomad bike, the manufacturers have addressed anti-corrosion issues with a thicker paint, then sealing the electrical systems, and using 100% stainless steel fixings - perfect for the salty environment! Folded, the Nomad size is reduced to 29½”x33½”x19” (75 x 85 x 48.5 cm): the handlebars and the frame fold up and the pedals fold inwards. The saddle slides down with its tube - in which the 13.5 Ah,36 V battery is hidden. Together with the 250 W motor at the rear, this guarantees a good range of 80 to 100 km (50 to 62 mi). The Nomad features five levels of assistance mode, rear suspension, disc brakes, a powerful and adjustable front light and a seven-speed derailleur.

Weight: 48.5 lbs (22 kg)
Tires: 20 x 2.25 inches
Price: €1,990

www.onemile-france.com

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