Starting in July 2025, e-bike riders in Canada will be able to rent batteries for their bikes. This new service helps riders who want to fly with their e-bike. It removes the hassle of transporting or buying extra batteries.
The website is live with a pre-booking form, allowing riders to secure rentals ahead of summer. The company, based out of Whistler, B.C., is looking into demand for e-bike travel.
How It Works
- Complete pre-booking (no obligations, and free).
- Booking confirmation will be sent to you closer to your travel date.
- Pack your bike, charger and gear.
- Collect your battery in Whistler or have it shipped to an address in Canada for your arrival.
- Shred!
- Return the battery to Whistler or drop it off at a shipping location, which is already organized.
Key Details
- Canada-wide shipping – launching in Whistler, with plans for further expansion.
- 5 a.m. to 11 p.m. pickup in Whistler – a convenient location for riding in the Sea to Sky.
- Major brand compatibility – supporting a wide range of eMTBs and adaptive mountain bikes aMTBs . Tell us what you want, and we will try to stock it.
- Chargers are not provided – riders must bring their own chargers.
- Buy and sell-back options – available for rentals of more than three weeks.
More about curRENT eMTB
Pete Tongue, a passionate Whistler-based mountain biker, founded curRENT eMTB. It seeks to meet the needs of travelling e-bike riders.
Pre-book your battery on our website and experience the easiest way to travel in Canada with your e-bike.
If you don't have travel plans yet and aren't ready to book, that's okay! If you think you might rent from us in the future, please fill out an expression of interest. This helps us know what batteries to stock.
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