The Best Fat Tire Electric Bike: Meet the Hurricane Pro

These days, you likely see more and more people whizzing down the roads around you on fat tire electric bikes as they happily commute to work, grab their groceries, and head out for coffee with friends. Maybe you’re even one of them. What many don’t see, however, is what these bikes can do off the roads.

That’s where the real fun begins. Think beyond the pavement to beach cruising, mountain biking, and other adventures on two wheels. The Hurricane Pro Fat Tire Electric Bike is just as fun and easy to ride off the beaten path as it is on any city or suburban street—maybe even more so. The key is knowing which e-bike is up for the challenges you want to issue.

Do These Tires Make My E-Bike Look Fat?

There’s a lot of buzz about “fat tire” electric bikes for these types of off-road adventures, and for some riders, they’re a great choice. However, there are tradeoffs that come with that extra girth that are important to understand before you buy a bike.

Tire widths of 4 inches and wider were first developed for riding in snow and later sand and mud. The larger surface area of the tires provides increased traction for these very loose surfaces, which is great… to an extent.

The tradeoff is that wider tires weigh more, and you often have to sacrifice some other key functionality. The increased weight and rolling resistance of wider tires can ultimately hurt your range. It can also make the bike more difficult to lift or transport, and maneuvering the bike may be more difficult, making it feel sluggish.

Think of it this way: The difference in the weight between a 26” x 4” wide fat bike wheelset and a slimmer setup is several pounds. That’s the equivalent of strapping extra weight to your bike every time you go for a ride or lift the bike onto a rack.

The bottom line: If you don’t plan to do a lot of riding off-road in snow or sand, then you may experience more of the negatives than positives of fat tires. But if you’re the type who craves versatility—sand, trails, rough pavement—the Hurricane Pro is built for you.

The Best Choice: Hurricane Pro Electric Bike

At EV Power Rides, our goal is to use a tire size on our bikes that gives the right amount of traction, cushion, and stability with minimal weight and rolling resistance for the terrain you will be riding. If you want a bike that can handle pavement, gravel, dirt, sand, and more, there’s the Hurricane Pro.

When the rubber meets the road—or the off-road, as the case may be—the Hurricane Pro has you covered. It features big, grippy 26” x 4” fat balloon tires that are ready to help you explore. But they’re more “chunky” than just oversized.

They have more contact with the surfaces over which you ride than traditional tires, offering more traction, more stability, better control, and a smoother ride. And with front suspension, a comfortable spring-loaded saddle, and a powerful 750W rear hub motor, the bike still feels responsive and balanced.

Going the Distance on a Fat Tire Electric Bike

How far will our chunky tires take you? Up to 30 miles on a single charge of the removable, rechargeable 48V/13Ah battery. There are a number of factors that affect the exact number of miles you can cover, such as the weather, how much you pedal, and where you ride, but in general, you can clock in close to 30 miles on one.

To put that in perspective, it’s 30 miles from downtown Denver to Boulder, 28 miles from downtown Chicago to Highland Park, and just under 30 miles from Miami Beach to Fort Lauderdale. While these direct routes likely don’t make sense on your electric bike (and remember, you have to get home too), they do give you an idea of just how big your adventures can be given the right routes.

You can ride your bike to a trailhead, then take on the trails mountain-bike style. Bike to the beach, then hit the sand with the surf spraying at your feet as your e-bike functions as a beach cruiser. Head out to explore, load up your gear, and enjoy the ride.

A rear cargo rack allows you to strap on food, drinks, equipment, and other items you need to fuel your fun.

All the while, you’ll be out in the great outdoors, reaping the benefits of fresh air and exercise rather than being trapped in a gas-guzzling car. Studies have shown that while the level of exertion required while riding an electric bike may not be the same as that of pedal-only bikes, riding e-bikes can have significant health benefits.

Other studies have shown that riding e-bikes requires almost as much physical exertion as traditional bikes. While the data isn’t currently conclusive, what is conclusive is that it’s just more fun to ride an electric bike on all your adventures.

Along for the Ride

Feel the need for speed? The Hurricane Pro features a powerful 750W brushless rear hub motor that provides electric assist up to 20 mph, which is a pretty nice clip. It has both pedal assist and throttle mode, so you can choose just how much of a boost you want at any time.

There’s no need to worry about it running out on you mid-adventure either, as each bike is equipped with an LCD display to let you know just how many miles you have left with electric assist before it’s all up to you to pedal back.

The Hurricane Pro also comes with a host of other features to ensure a smooth ride. From front suspension and disc brakes to built-in front and rear LED lights, it's designed with your safety, comfort, and enjoyment in mind.

“These bikes are the bomb!!!” one happy customer wrote. “I’m absolutely loving my new Hurricane Pro. It’s comfortable, smooth, and handles all kinds of terrain. I barely feel the bumps, and the fat tires are awesome.”

Many Americans seem to feel the same way. According to NPD, while sales of mountain bikes increased 70% in a 12-month period ending July 2021 compared with 2019, the sale of e-bikes grew by an astounding 240 percent during that same period!

Dirk Sorenson, executive director and industry analyst for sports at NPD, says e-bikes appeal to consumers now because of their limitlessness.

“The new and returning rider may be concerned with a range of objections to ride again – the big hill, the long ride, and keeping pace with faster riders are all relieved by pedal assist,” Sorenson writes. “And, once riders try an e-bike, most seem compelled by the fun of it.”

Ease on Down the Road

The Hurricane Pro also makes your adventures easier. With five levels of pedal assist and throttle-on-demand, you can determine just how much you want to pedal and how much you want to coast.

Not feeling the big hills? No sweat—literally—as you can use more of a boost anytime. Want to exert a bit more effort? That’s an option too. Your rides can be as easy—or active—as you want them to be.

Also easy—storing and transporting the bike. The lightweight aluminum frame and integrated battery design make it simpler to load and carry. Whether you’re traveling by RV, storing it in your garage, or parking it in your apartment, the Hurricane Pro is built for real-life flexibility.

Getting started is just as simple. Every bike is shipped directly from EV Power Rides, mostly pre-assembled and ready to ride in minutes. Just charge the battery, adjust the seat, and roll.

The Cost of Adventure

With high-end fat tire e-bikes often costing upwards of $2,000, the Hurricane Pro offers incredible value with a price tag under $1,500.

Experts agree: bikes with a 750W Bafang motor, front suspension, disc brakes, integrated lighting, and cargo racks typically cost more. But with EV Power Rides, you’re getting everything in one package—without the premium markup.

As one reviewer put it:

“The Hurricane Pro is a thoughtfully designed, great-looking, and reasonably priced e-bike. For riders looking for a comfortable, practical ride with solid components, there is nothing else quite like it in this range.”

The value of an electric bike is difficult to determine by specific numbers, but it’s safe to say they’re money well spent. From the convenience to the reduction in stress and added exercise benefits, most riders will tell you these bikes pay for themselves in a plethora of intangible ways. And that’s beyond the concrete savings of gas, fares, and other commuting costs.

On the Road Again

When your adventures need to be paused for the realities of daily life, the Hurricane Pro is ready for your routine. It’s built for trail toughness, but it’s got street smarts.

All the off-road functionality doesn’t come at the cost of comfort, flexibility, or ease of use, no matter where you ride.

One minute you can be gliding across sand, and the next cruising through your neighborhood or heading downtown for errands. That’s the beauty of the Hurricane Pro—it takes you where you want to go, when you want to go, and how you want to go.

Let’s go.