{"product_id":"runabout-2","title":"Runabout 2","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rr-pd-lead\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRoots Rider Runabout 2\u003c\/strong\u003e is a step-through cargo electric bike built around one number: a 13.8-inch standover height. You walk into the frame instead of climbing onto it. Behind you is an integrated rear rack rated for 100 lb, which takes a crate, panniers, a passenger seat or a child seat without an adapter. It is the bike we recommend for the school run, the grocery run, and for anyone who has stopped enjoying swinging a leg over a saddle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRunabout 2 specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"rr-pd-spec\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBattery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e52V 15Ah Samsung cells, 780Wh, removable and lockable, UL 2271 certified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eClaimed range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 55 miles per charge, pedal assist, manufacturer test conditions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStandover height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13.8 in — the lowest in our range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRear rack\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntegrated, rated for 100 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTotal payload\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e350 lb, rider plus cargo plus passenger\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTires\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 x 4.0 in Kenda Cursor fat tires\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFrame\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStep-through cargo frame, long wheelbase\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColours\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWild Green, Antracit, Pink, Cream, Black, Water Blue\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCertification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUL 2849 bike, UL 2271 battery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAccessories\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFront basket, rear crate, passenger seat, backrest and footrests, sold separately\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCharge time\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 5 to 6 hours from empty on the supplied charger\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAssembly\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArrives about 85% assembled, tools included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-split\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1044\/6841\/4806\/files\/rr-desc-runabout2-a.jpg?width=1400\" alt=\"Man riding a Roots Rider Runabout 2 step-through cargo electric bike on a city street\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e13.8 inches is the whole argument\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost fat-tire e-bikes ask you to lift a leg over a saddle at around 30 inches. The Runabout 2 asks for 13.8. That is the difference between a bike you use and a bike you look at in the garage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt matters if you have a hip or knee that objects, if you are shorter, if you are wearing work clothes, or if you are getting on and off twenty times on a delivery round.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat the rack actually carries\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rr-pd-note\"\u003eThe rear rack is welded into the frame rather than bolted on afterwards, which is why it is rated for 100 lb rather than the 25 to 55 lb typical of an accessory rack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-fig\"\u003e\n\u003csvg viewbox=\"0 0 860 260\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Diagram of what the Runabout 2 rear rack can carry within its 100 lb rating\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\u003e\u003cstyle\u003e.ru-l{fill:none;stroke:#f4f1ea;stroke-width:3.5;stroke-linecap:round;stroke-linejoin:round}.ru-w{fill:none;stroke:#8f8b85;stroke-width:3}.ru-a{fill:none;stroke:#ff9d00;stroke-width:3.5;stroke-linecap:round}.ru-box{fill:none;stroke:#ff9d00;stroke-width:2.5}.ru-t{fill:#f4f1ea;font:600 13px Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif}.ru-s{fill:#8f8b85;font:400 12px Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif}.ru-o{fill:#ff9d00;font:800 13px Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif}.ru-d{fill:none;stroke:#ff9d00;stroke-width:1.5;stroke-dasharray:5 4}\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ccircle cx=\"150\" cy=\"180\" r=\"46\" class=\"ru-w\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"470\" cy=\"180\" r=\"46\" class=\"ru-w\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M470 180 L370 178 L300 178\" class=\"ru-l\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M300 178 L250 196 L196 196 L150 180\" class=\"ru-l\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M300 178 L316 104\" class=\"ru-l\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M316 104 L262 104\" class=\"ru-l\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M150 180 L192 84 L208 84\" class=\"ru-l\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M370 178 L378 120 L470 120 L470 180\" class=\"ru-a\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003crect x=\"374\" y=\"64\" width=\"104\" height=\"54\" rx=\"4\" class=\"ru-box\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003ctext x=\"384\" y=\"96\" class=\"ru-o\"\u003e100 lb\u003c\/text\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M196 196 L250 196\" class=\"ru-d\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M196 210 L196 232 M250 210 L250 232 M196 221 L250 221\" class=\"ru-d\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003ctext x=\"172\" y=\"250\" class=\"ru-o\"\u003e13.8 in standover\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"530\" y=\"70\" class=\"ru-t\"\u003eThe welded rack takes, without an adapter:\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"530\" y=\"98\" class=\"ru-s\"\u003e• a passenger seat with backrest and footrests\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"530\" y=\"122\" class=\"ru-s\"\u003e• a child seat\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"530\" y=\"146\" class=\"ru-s\"\u003e• a milk crate or a rear basket\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"530\" y=\"170\" class=\"ru-s\"\u003e• a pair of panniers\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"530\" y=\"194\" class=\"ru-s\"\u003e• a week of shopping, strapped down\u003c\/text\u003e\u003ctext x=\"530\" y=\"228\" class=\"ru-s\"\u003eTotal payload including the rider: 350 lb.\u003c\/text\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-split rr-pd-split--rev\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1044\/6841\/4806\/files\/rr-desc-runabout2-b.png?width=1400\" alt=\"Pink Roots Rider Runabout 2 step-through electric bike parked outside a shop\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSix colours, and they matter here\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Runabout 2 comes in Wild Green, Antracit, Pink, Cream, Black and Water Blue. This is the bike in our range people choose by colour, because it is the one they will be seen on every day rather than at the weekend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no mechanical difference between them. Cream and Pink show road dirt fastest; Antracit and Black hide it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho the Runabout 2 is for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-two\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-yes\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuy it if\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou carry a child, a passenger, or the shopping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwinging a leg over a saddle is uncomfortable or awkward.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou are shorter than average and want a bike that fits properly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want the rack built into the frame, not bolted on.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-no\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLook elsewhere if\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need it to fold — the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rebel-2\"\u003eRebel 2\u003c\/a\u003e folds and also steps through.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want 28 mph — the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cheetah-2\"\u003eCheetah 2\u003c\/a\u003e is Class 3.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou ride rough ground — the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cougar\"\u003eCougar\u003c\/a\u003e has front and rear suspension.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want maximum range — the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cheetah-2-pro\"\u003eCheetah 2 Pro\u003c\/a\u003e carries 1440Wh.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIn the box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rr-pd-box\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRunabout 2 electric bike, about 85% assembled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e52V 15Ah Samsung battery and charger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo keys for the battery lock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePedals, front wheel, handlebar hardware and the tools to fit them\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManual and UL certification paperwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rr-pd-note\"\u003eThe front basket, rear crate, passenger seat, backrest and footrests are sold separately. Fit the passenger seat before the first ride if you plan to carry someone — it is a ten-minute job, not a roadside one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRunabout 2 questions, answered\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rr-pd-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow low is the step-through on the Runabout 2?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe standover height is 13.8 inches. You step through the frame rather than swinging a leg over it, which is why it suits riders with limited mobility, shorter riders, and anyone carrying something.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow far can it go on one charge?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 52V 15Ah Samsung battery is rated for up to 55 miles of pedal assist under the manufacturer's test conditions. Carrying a passenger or a loaded rack will reduce that noticeably — plan on 30 to 38 miles fully loaded.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow much can the rear rack carry?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eUp to 100 lb on the integrated rear rack, within a 350 lb total payload. It takes panniers, a crate or a passenger seat without an adapter, because the rack is welded into the frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan it carry a passenger?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, on the rear rack with a passenger seat fitted, within the payload limit. Fit the footrests as well so your passenger has somewhere to put their feet, and check your local rules on carrying passengers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs it suitable for an older rider?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is the bike we recommend most often for that. The low step-through, the upright position and the wide saddle are the three things that matter, and this bike has all three. Owners in their seventies write to us about it regularly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs it certified?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. UL 2849 for the bike and UL 2271 for the battery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDoes it fold?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. The Runabout 2 is a rigid cargo frame, which is what allows the 100 lb rack rating. If you need a fold, look at the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rebel-2\"\u003eRebel 2\u003c\/a\u003e, which steps through as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"rr-pd-legal\"\u003eRange, speed and payload figures are the manufacturer's published specifications, measured under their test conditions. Your results will differ with rider weight, terrain, tire pressure, temperature and assist level. Roots Rider is operated by GHRAM LLC, Wyoming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Roots Rider","offers":[{"title":"Wild Green","offer_id":55033294586198,"sku":"663899127748","price":1799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Antracit","offer_id":55040854229334,"sku":"663899127731","price":1799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pink","offer_id":55040854262102,"sku":"752574912158","price":1799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Cream","offer_id":55040854294870,"sku":"752574912141","price":1799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Matte Black","offer_id":55040854327638,"sku":"752574912134","price":1799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1044\/6841\/4806\/files\/11_bec62f2f-b391-45d1-8896-b61d5d5aefe7.png?v=1787094435","url":"https:\/\/rootsrider.com\/products\/runabout-2","provider":"ROOTS RIDER","version":"1.0","type":"link"}