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In the full review (10 sections)
Should you buy one?
Buy the Aveny Skyline if you commute or ride around town on paved paths and want to arrive dry. Fenders and a rear rack come standard (2:46 to 2:52). The seat is wider and cushier than most (2:38 to 2:46), and the head and tail lights are built in (1:31 to 1:53). For a work commute, I called it a contender (5:35 to 5:47).
Skip it if you ride dirt or gravel. There are no shocks at all (5:47 to 6:03). Also skip it if you want a clean frame look. The battery sits under the seat and isn’t built into the frame (2:23 to 2:36).
The deciding factor: paved comfort versus no suspension. The wide seat helps, but this is a pavement bike.
Blix last listed it at $1,799 and sold out; its product page no longer loads as of Oct 23, 2026.
Quick specs
| Spec | Blix Aveny Skyline |
|---|---|
| Type | Step-through commuter (2:23 to 2:25) |
| Motor | 500W geared rear hub (0:35 to 0:41; Blix) |
| Battery | 48V 614Wh, under the seat (3:51 to 4:05; Blix) |
| Rated range | Up to 45 mi (0:33 to 0:38; Blix) |
| Sensor | 12-magnet cadence sensor (Blix) |
| Throttle | Left side, works from zero (1:03 to 1:07) |
| Brakes | I called them hydraulic disc in the video (0:47 to 0:50); Blix lists Tektro mechanical disc, 160mm |
| Suspension | None; rigid steel fork (5:47 to 6:03; Blix) |
| Gears | Twist shifter with a number readout (2:08 to 2:17); eight rear gears on the bike I filmed (3:10 to 3:18); Shimano 7-speed (Blix) |
| Tires | 27.5 x 2.25 in, puncture-resistant (Blix) |
| Display | Black and white, with USB charge port (1:18 to 1:31; Blix) |
| Lights | Integrated head and tail lights, brake light (1:31 to 1:53, 3:23 to 3:34) |
| Weight | 56.5 lb with battery, 49 lb without (Blix) |
| Payload | Under 270 lb rider plus cargo; rear rack under 55 lb, front under 50 lb (Blix) |
| Rider height | 5’1” to 6’2” (0:18 to 0:26; Blix) |
| Charger | 2A; about 5 hours to full (Blix) |
Source note: times in parentheses are from my review video. Everything marked (Blix) is from Blix’s Aveny Skyline spec and geometry pages. The bike I filmed differed from the current listing in two ways. In the video I said the brakes are hydraulic (0:47 to 0:50) and counted eight rear gears (3:10 to 3:18). Blix lists Tektro mechanical disc brakes with 160mm rotors and a Shimano 7-speed drivetrain. Check the listing before you buy.
What I didn’t test
I didn’t run a range test, a top-speed test, or a braking test, and I didn’t weigh the bike. The 45 mile range, the 56.5 lb weight and the payload limits are Blix’s numbers. I didn’t ride it on trails, since it has no suspension.
Who it’s for
- Commuters who want fenders and a rack so they don’t get soaked (5:35 to 5:47).
- Riders who want a wide, cushy seat (2:38 to 2:46).
- Riders between 5’1” and 6’2” (0:18 to 0:26).
- Riders who want a step-through frame (2:23 to 2:25).
Who should look elsewhere
- Anyone riding dirt or gravel (5:47 to 6:03).
- Heavier riders. Blix lists a payload under 270 lb for rider plus cargo.
- Riders who want a frame-integrated battery (2:23 to 2:36).
How it compares
| Blix Aveny Skyline | Aventon Level.2 | Velotric Discover 1 | Aventon Pace 4 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,599 at review; last listed $1,799, sold out | $999 sale, discontinued (Oct 22, 2026) | About $1,300 at review | $1,599 |
| Motor | 500W geared hub | 500W, 750W peak | 500W, 65 Nm | 500W, 60 Nm |
| Battery | 614Wh | 672Wh | 692Wh | 733Wh |
| Suspension | None | 65mm fork | 80mm fork | Rigid fork, suspension seatpost |
| Weight | 56.5 lb | 62 lb | About 63.5 lb | 58.2 lb |
| Max load | Under 270 lb (rider + cargo) | 300 lb total | 440 lb | 300 lb |
Rival specs are from the brands, as listed on my review pages for those bikes.
The Skyline is the lightest of the four. It also has the smallest battery and no suspension.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Fenders and rear rack standard (2:46 to 2:52)
- Wide, cushy seat (2:38 to 2:46)
- Integrated head and tail lights with a brake light (1:31 to 1:53, 3:23 to 3:34)
- Throttle works from zero (1:03 to 1:07)
- A well-designed built-in bell (1:57 to 2:08)
- Matching tan grips and seat (0:50 to 1:00)
Cons
- No suspension; pavement only (5:47 to 6:03)
- Battery not integrated into the frame (2:23 to 2:36)
- Cheap pedals (3:10 to 3:14)
- Basic black and white display (1:18 to 1:31)
- Current listing has mechanical brakes, not the hydraulics on my bike (Blix)
FAQ
Can it handle gravel?
I wouldn’t. There are no shocks, and I said it’s for paved riding (5:47 to 6:03).
Does the throttle work from a stop?
Yes, it works from zero (1:03 to 1:07).
How far does it go?
Blix rates it at up to 45 miles from the 614Wh battery. I didn’t measure range.
Are the brakes hydraulic?
In the video I said the brakes on the bike I filmed are hydraulic (0:47 to 0:50), but Blix’s spec page lists Tektro mechanical disc brakes. The bike I filmed differed from the current listing, so check before you buy.
Price
It was $1,599, down from $1,999, on Blix’s site when I recorded (5:06 to 5:18). Blix’s last listing showed $1,799, sold out, and the product page no longer loads as of Oct 23, 2026. Dealer Covered Bridge Electric Bike lists it at $1,699 on sale (Oct 23, 2026).
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