At well into her 80s, Sharon had nearly given up on the idea of riding a bike again.
She had just left a local bike shop where both her husband and the staff told her what she’d heard too many times before: It won’t work. You’re too small. It won’t fit in your car. You shouldn’t buy a bike.
Thankfully, Sharon didn’t stop there. She walked into Carousel eBikes in Ocala—and everything changed.
A Bike That Fits Her
At just over 5 feet tall, Sharon had trouble finding a frame that felt safe and stable. She was also nervous—understandably so—because she hadn’t been on a bicycle in decades.
But the Carousel team was ready.
They introduced her to the Lectric Lite 2.0 Purple, a compact, lightweight, and low-profile eBike perfect for small-statured riders and seniors. It allowed Sharon to:
- Keep both feet on the ground when stopped
- Easily mount and dismount without strain
- Ride without the worry of managing a heavy or oversized frame
The Lectric throttle and pedal assist system gave Sharon the ability to ride with confidence, control, and joy.
Confidence Starts with Care
RJ from Carousel E-Bikes spent over an hour working one-on-one with Sharon during her test ride—guiding her through how to start, stop, turn, and feel in control of her eBike.
The result?
“She was nervous, but by the end of that ride, she had a big smile and knew—this was her bike,” said Dawn Jacobs.
But Carousel didn’t stop there. They delivered her new eBike directly to her home. RJ stayed an extra 30 minutes to help her get acclimated in her own neighborhood—going over hills, curbs, and even a bit of unintentional “off-roading.”
Just Days Later… She Was Riding 3 Miles a Day
Within a week, Sharon returned to Carousel to say she was riding daily—and loving it. Her newfound confidence even inspired her husband to buy a bike so they could ride together.
This kind of story is common at Carousel. “One partner gets a bike,” Dawn said, “and the other doesn’t want to miss out.”
But Sharon’s journey is a special one. From being dismissed and discouraged to becoming an enthusiastic daily rider, her story is proof that you’re never too old to ride, and it’s never too late to start again.
Want to Ride Again—No Matter Your Age or Size?
At Carousel eBikes in Ocala, we specialize in helping senior riders, petite riders, and first-timers find the perfect electric bike—without pressure or judgment. We offer:
✅ Low-step frames
✅ Lightweight models
✅ One-on-one guidance
✅ Local delivery and support
👉 Visit Carousel eBikes in Ocala or call us today to schedule a test ride designed just for you.
Rediscover the freedom of riding—just like Sharon did.
