2025 Specialized

Haul LT

Trouble-free in the past 12 months with basic maintenance only

Hub motor delivers power intuitively with limited ghost pedaling

Drivetrain in great shape after thousands of kilometers

Powerful brakes adequate for steep hills

Very fast and low heart rate for given speed, making riding a breeze

Plenty of cargo capacity with accessories (canniers, MIK standard racks, running boards)

Replaces car trips effectively for errands, school drop-off, groceries

Much less expensive than competitors like Tern or Riese & Müller

Always consistent travel time regardless of traffic

Shifting isn't great due to very long housing

Q-factor is very wide, takes getting used to

Frame paint chips easily

Some wear and tear from bangs and locks (superficial)

Front light housing cracked near mount

One running board cracked from impact

On hills over ~12%, assistance feels limited and requires hard effort

At 18% grade feels like no assistance

The Globe Haul LT is simply one of the best-performing e-bikes we’ve reviewed, with above-average results in all areas of our testing.

The bike can carry up to 176 lbs on the rack and up to two passengers! It can be loaded down with up to 6 hard-shell panniers, and it has an MIK-compatible cargo rack.

The bike’s feel is highly adaptable. Its sensitive torque sensor and powerful motor can make it feel reserved and natural, punchy and power-hungry, or anything in between.

It fits one of the widest ranges of riders we’ve ever seen, from 4’5” to 6’4”, because of its telescoping stem and seatpost.

It handles predictably and precisely due to its 700mm-wide riser bars and its 20×3.5” Carless Whisper tires.

As a Specialized bike, the Haul LT feels thoughtfully designed and well-built. It’s reliable but backed by a Globe-al (sorry, pun intended) network of trained mechanics.

We found the bike comfortable to ride and pedal with a gel saddle, standard rubber grips, and a crank-forward design

We liked the Globe app’s presentation and ease of use, but we wish it was not required to see the battery charge percentage, turn off lights, etc.

Considering the LT’s price, we hoped to see safety features like brake lights and turn signals.