{"id":1922,"date":"2023-12-27T17:28:40","date_gmt":"2023-12-27T17:28:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/americangunpeople.com\/?p=1922"},"modified":"2023-12-27T17:28:40","modified_gmt":"2023-12-27T17:28:40","slug":"quietkat-apex-pro-review-outdoor-life","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/americangunpeople.com\/?p=1922","title":{"rendered":"QuietKat Apex Pro Review | Outdoor Life"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"product-disclosure\">\n<p><em>We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.outdoorlife.com\/affiliate-disclosure\/\">Learn More <span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u203a<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>I\u2019ve been methodically trimming down my whitetail gear for the last eight years to make long hikes into public land easier. I started with a climber, quickly moved to hang on, and settled on a tree saddle and carbon sticks. My whitetail kit is light, but I sure do miss the comfort of a hang-on tree stand. And while there\u2019s less pressure deep in public, it\u2019s also a long way to get a deer back out. The solution is using an e-bike to haul gear and quickly cover ground.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>But you need a bike that\u2019s legal to use on public, can pull a trailer, and offers a quiet, smooth ride. I\u2019ve found an electric hunting bike that checks all those boxes for me, the QuietKat Apex Pro. Here\u2019s what I think of it after using it for scouting this spring and summer.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-quietkat-apex-pro-specs-and-features\">QuietKat Apex Pro Specs and Features<\/h2>\n<section class=\"acf-product-card-block recurrent-blocks bg-white flex flex-col items-center mb-7\">\n<div class=\"product-image mb-7\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"product-card-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/click.php?tt=cl&amp;mi=19697&amp;pw=281801&amp;ctc=OL-RV&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fquietkat.com%2Fproducts%2Fapex-pro-electric-hunting-bike\" rel=\"noopener sponsored noreferrer nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"><br \/><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"641\" src=\"https:\/\/www.outdoorlife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/QuietKat.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"\/>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"product-button-link no-underline w-[281px] h-auto rounded-3px py-3 px-6 inline-flex justify-center align-center bg-primary px-4 py-2 text-white uppercase font-bold hover:bg-secondary hover:!no-underline hover:!text-white focus:bg-secondary-focus active:bg-secondary\" href=\"https:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/click.php?tt=cl&amp;mi=19697&amp;pw=281801&amp;ctc=OL-RV&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fquietkat.com%2Fproducts%2Fapex-pro-electric-hunting-bike\" rel=\"noopener sponsored noreferrer nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">See It<\/a><\/p>\n<\/section>\n<ul>\n<li>Weight: 70 pounds<\/li>\n<li>Load Capacity: 325 pounds<\/li>\n<li>Sizes: Small, medium, and large\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Motor: 1000W mid-drive<\/li>\n<li>Battery: 17.25AH\/48V; 828Wh; weighs 10 pounds<\/li>\n<li>Range: 25 to 52 miles<\/li>\n<li>Modes: Three levels of power assist, throttle, walk assist mode<\/li>\n<li>Gears: SRAM 9-speed<\/li>\n<li>Brakes: TEKTRO 4-Piston Hydraulic Disc<\/li>\n<li>Suspension: KKE 140mm Inverted Suspension Fork<\/li>\n<li>Tires: 26 x 4.5-inch all-terrain<\/li>\n<li>Axle: 197mm thru axle<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-vpo\">VPO<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"4032\" height=\"3024\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.outdoorlife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/IMG_2720.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-274218\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.outdoorlife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/IMG_2720.jpg 4032w, https:\/\/www.outdoorlife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/IMG_2720.jpg?resize=1536,1152 1536w, https:\/\/www.outdoorlife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/IMG_2720.jpg?resize=2048,1536 2048w, https:\/\/www.outdoorlife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/IMG_2720.jpg?resize=50,38 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 4032px) 100vw, 4032px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The modes and VPO adjustment allow you to customize the bike\u2019s power output. Scott Einsmann<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Before you can appreciate the benefits of QuietKat\u2019s VPO feature, you have to understand\u00a0<a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/quietkat.com\/blogs\/articles\/ebike-classifications\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">e-bike classifications<\/a>. Several states regulate e-bikes on the following classification system:\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Class 1: Pedal assist only and top speed of 20 mph<\/p>\n<p>Class 2: Has pedal assist and throttle, top speed 20 mph<\/p>\n<p>Class 3: Top speed 28 mph (throttle up to 20 mph)\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>QuietKat\u2019s VPO allows you to adjust your motor\u2019s settings to a class 1, 2, 3, or unlimited e-bike. That way, if you are in an area with a regulation where only class 1 bikes are allowed, you can be compliant, but then turn the heat up when you\u2019re on the back 40.\u00a0<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-hauling-nbsp\">Hauling\u00a0<\/h3>\n<p>The rear cargo rack has 100 pounds of carrying capacity. The optional Game Trailer and All-Terrain Cargo Trailer can also haul up to 100 pounds. I found hopping off the bike and using the Walk Assist Mode ideal for getting heavy loads up steep hills.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-fat-tires\">Fat Tires<\/h3>\n<p>The Apex Pro has fat tires that are designed for tracking in snow, soft sand, rock, and dirt trails.\u00a0<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-shipping-and-assembly\">Shipping and Assembly<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<p><div class=\"youtube-embed\" data-video_id=\"J9PZ34mWKKQ\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"2023 Apex Pro &amp; Apex Sport Assembly\" width=\"696\" height=\"392\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/J9PZ34mWKKQ?feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<p>My QuietKat was shipped to my door via freight. The assembly involved turning a few screws and following the instructions in the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=J9PZ34mWKKQ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">assembly video<\/a>. QuietKat includes everything you need to put your bike together, but you will need a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Performance-Floor-Gauge-Glueless-Puncture\/dp\/B017ADD9N4?tag=camdenxodl-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">bike pump<\/a>\u00a0to get the tires inflated.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Read Next<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.outdoorlife.com\/gear\/best-electric-bikes-for-hunting\/\">Best Electric Bikes for Hunting<\/a> <\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-basics-of-e-bike-laws\">The Basics of E-Bike Laws<\/h2>\n<p>If you\u2019re going to get into riding and hunting with an e-bike on public ground, you\u2019ll have to navigate the laws. As I\u2019ve discussed, there are different classifications of e-bikes and the Apex Pro will adjust to meet each classification. But, it\u2019s important to know that not all states use the classification system.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s an example of an e-bike regulation for my state\u2019s wildlife management areas:\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Class one and two electric power-assist bicycles as defined in \u00a7 46.2-100 can be used where traditional bicycles are allowed. These are bicycles with no more than three wheels, operable pedals, electric power-assist motors of no more than 750 watts and a maximum speed of 20 miles per hour. Class three electric power-assist bicycles, which are capable of speeds up to 28 miles per hour, are prohibited.<\/p>\n<p>While I can use an e-bike on the WMA trails, e-bikes aren\u2019t allowed in the national forests in my state. Carefully research the laws on the specific piece of public ground you\u2019ll ride on before buying an e-bike, and definitely before you go hunting.\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-testing-the-apex-pro-in-the-field\">Testing the Apex Pro in the Field\u00a0<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\" width=\"4032\" height=\"3024\" data-id=\"274223\" src=\"https:\/\/www.outdoorlife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/IMG_2712.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-274223\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.outdoorlife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/IMG_2712.jpg 4032w, https:\/\/www.outdoorlife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/IMG_2712.jpg?resize=1536,1152 1536w, https:\/\/www.outdoorlife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/IMG_2712.jpg?resize=2048,1536 2048w, https:\/\/www.outdoorlife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/IMG_2712.jpg?resize=50,38 50w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 4032px) 100vw, 4032px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The throttle and controls are on the left.  Scott Einsmann<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"4032\" height=\"3024\" data-id=\"274222\" src=\"https:\/\/www.outdoorlife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/IMG_2713.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-274222\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.outdoorlife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/IMG_2713.jpg 4032w, https:\/\/www.outdoorlife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/IMG_2713.jpg?resize=1536,1152 1536w, https:\/\/www.outdoorlife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/IMG_2713.jpg?resize=2048,1536 2048w, https:\/\/www.outdoorlife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/IMG_2713.jpg?resize=50,38 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 4032px) 100vw, 4032px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Apex Pro has a shift sensor to prevent gear damage when using the motor. Scott Einsmann<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<p>I used the Apex Pro for turkey and deer scouting this spring and summer. A lot of the places I hunt are walk-in only, but bikes and horses are allowed on the trails. I don\u2019t mind walking a mile or two to a hunting spot, but it does make after-work hunts difficult to pull off because I have to factor in 30 minutes to an hour of walking. The e-bike cuts that time drastically, and with it, I can hunt more often, scout more often, and be overall more efficient with my limited time in the field.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>I also used the Apex Pro while surf fishing on a family vacation. The fat tires and powerful engine moved across the sand, especially the packed sand, with ease. And I was able to find productive water quickly. I think an Apex Pro outfitted with a trailer and rod holders would be an ideal rig for serious surf anglers.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Fellow OL editor Derek Horner used an Apex Pro while turkey hunting this spring. \u201cI was really impressed by the handling under power. We were using it along river terraces covered with downed trees and mud, but the Apex Pro handled it easily. It\u2019s worth noting that my arm was in a cast while I was using it, too, which made controlling it very tough, but since I was still able to do it, that speaks volumes for the bike,\u201d he says.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"4032\" height=\"3024\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.outdoorlife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/IMG_2717.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-274228\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.outdoorlife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/IMG_2717.jpg 4032w, https:\/\/www.outdoorlife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/IMG_2717.jpg?resize=1536,1152 1536w, https:\/\/www.outdoorlife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/IMG_2717.jpg?resize=2048,1536 2048w, https:\/\/www.outdoorlife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/IMG_2717.jpg?resize=50,38 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 4032px) 100vw, 4032px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The seat is comfortable for long rides.  Scott Einsmann<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>I agree with Horner that the Apex Pro is incredibly smooth for a powerful and fast e-bike. And did I mention it\u2019s got some serious torque? In first gear on unlimited mode, I did 13 mph up a steep hill and hit 25 mph on flat ground. The brakes were quiet and responsive throughout six months of use. The seat is comfortable, and the ride is luxurious as long as you aren\u2019t doing any serious downhill riding \u2014 it\u2019s a hardtail, after all. The battery lasted an average of 20 miles for me, which is under the stated range. That could be because I did a lot of testing on private ground in unlimited mode and with the trailer loaded down. Regardless, I\u2019d suggest an extra battery if you plan to cover more ground than 20 miles in a day, just to be safe.\u00a0A great features is that the display provides an updated estimated range depending on your settings and current charge level. <\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-it-does-best\">What It Does Best<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"4032\" height=\"3024\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.outdoorlife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/IMG_2715.jpg?w=4032\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-274226\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.outdoorlife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/IMG_2715.jpg 4032w, https:\/\/www.outdoorlife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/IMG_2715.jpg?resize=1536,1152 1536w, https:\/\/www.outdoorlife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/IMG_2715.jpg?resize=2048,1536 2048w, https:\/\/www.outdoorlife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/IMG_2715.jpg?resize=50,38 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 4032px) 100vw, 4032px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Apex Pro uses quality parts.  Scott Einsmann<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>ATVs need wide trails and can leave deep ruts in those trails. An e-bike can get by with a clear footpath, and if you hit an obstacle, you can move the bike over it. Good luck lifting your ATV over a log. They\u2019re also silent, which is great for not spooking animals, and it keeps the woods peaceful. There are a lot of advantages to an e-bike, but why go with the Apex Pro over others?\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The VPO is a huge advantage over the competition. The ability to enjoy all the power the Apex Pro has when you\u2019re on private property and then being able to make your bike into a class 1, 2, or 3 is incredible. The Apex Pro also has quality components, so you don\u2019t have to worry about a plastic throttle braking or upgrading parts down the road. It\u2019s a one-and-done solution for hunters who want the\u00a0best.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-where-it-can-improve\">Where It Can Improve<\/h2>\n<p>In my opinion, the Apex Pro is the best e-bike for hunting available, and it\u2019s priced like a premium bike. Another option that has a lot of the power and features of the Apex Pro, but is about $2,000 cheaper, is the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/click.php?tt=cl&amp;mi=19697&amp;pw=281801&amp;ctc=OL-RU&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fquietkat.com%2Fproducts%2Franger-electric-bike\" rel=\"noreferrer nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> Ranger<\/a>. It has a 1,000-watt hub-drive motor with VPO technology and offers a lot of value for the dollar.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-final-thoughts-nbsp\">Final Thoughts\u00a0<\/h2>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for the ultimate time hack for hunting, you need an e-bike. And if you want the top of the food chain, you need a QuietKat Apex Pro. Its versatility, power, and quality components are well worth the price.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.outdoorlife.com\/gear\/quietkat-apex-pro-review\/\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn More \u203a I\u2019ve been methodically trimming down my whitetail gear for the last eight years to make long hikes into public land easier. I started with a climber, quickly moved to hang on, and settled on a tree [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-1922","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","6":"category-gun-news"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/americangunpeople.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1922","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/americangunpeople.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/americangunpeople.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/americangunpeople.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/americangunpeople.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=1922"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/americangunpeople.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1922\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/americangunpeople.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=1922"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/americangunpeople.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=1922"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/americangunpeople.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=1922"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}