E-bikes are a thing

Ebikes??

  • I have never ridden one

    Votes: 98 40.0%

  • I have ridden one for over an hour on a trail and I’ll never buy one

    Votes: 10 4.1%

  • I have ridden one in a trail for over an hr and I am considering one

    Votes: 20 8.2%

  • I’ll never give up my analog bike but I’ll still get an ebike

    Votes: 35 14.3%

  • Did he just say analog bike?

    Votes: 36 14.7%

  • My knees are failing and an ebike in inevitable

    Votes: 18 7.3%

  • My next bike will certainly be an ebike.

    Votes: 20 8.2%

  • I’ll never own an ebike, even when I’m 90

    Votes: 25 10.2%

  • Ebikes cause more trail damage than analog bikes

    Votes: 8 3.3%

  • Ebikes have no more trail impact than a traditional bike.

    Votes: 66 26.9%

  • I hate anyone on an ebike

    Votes: 7 2.9%

  • Anyone on a bike is a friend of mine, ebike or not

    Votes: 93 38.0%

  • I’ve been seeing ebikes in the woods regularly

    Votes: 53 21.6%

  • I’ve never seen an ebike on the trail

    Votes: 15 6.1%

  • It's called an Acoustic bike

    Votes: 14 5.7%

  • “I may consider one after my body is all used up and broken"

    Votes: 63 25.7%

  • I already own an off-road Ebike

    Votes: 37 15.1%

  • I have no interest in an e-bike

    Votes: 14 5.7%

  • Arguing against ebikes is kerfuffle

    Votes: 15 6.1%

  • I like Matty no matter what he rides

    Votes: 20 8.2%
  • Total voters
    245
I've ridden the Rocky Mountain Altitude Powerplay 2 times now. I was reluctant to try in the beginning, comparing it to the drug dealer that gives you the first hit for free and then you're hooked. The past weekend riding at Port Jervis is making me consider getting one. I always said I would consider it when I turn 60, but it was fun getting to the fast flow downhills faster without being fully spent - and doing them multiple times. I also feel better riding the regular old acoustic or analog after because of just the weight difference - almost like working out with a medicine ball or swinging a bat with a donut. My bike feels much lighter and I am faster so I can see how it could be a good tool to add into the arsenal for fun and fitness. Plus I have some friends that only ride Electric and waiting for an acoustic rider would get old after a few rides.
 
Andypowerful said:
I've ridden the Rocky Mountain Altitude Powerplay 2 times now. I was reluctant to try in the beginning, comparing it to the drug dealer that gives you the first hit for free and then you're hooked. The past weekend riding at Port Jervis is making me consider getting one. I always said I would consider it when I turn 60, but it was fun getting to the fast flow downhills faster without being fully spent - and doing them multiple times. I also feel better riding the regular old acoustic or analog after because of just the weight difference - almost like working out with a medicine ball or swinging a bat with a donut. My bike feels much lighter and I am faster so I can see how it could be a good tool to add into the arsenal for fun and fitness. Plus I have some friends that only ride Electric and waiting for an acoustic rider would get old after a few rides.
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They don’t have to wait for you. You get towed.
 
Andypowerful said:
I've ridden the Rocky Mountain Altitude Powerplay 2 times now. I was reluctant to try in the beginning, comparing it to the drug dealer that gives you the first hit for free and then you're hooked. The past weekend riding at Port Jervis is making me consider getting one. I always said I would consider it when I turn 60, but it was fun getting to the fast flow downhills faster without being fully spent - and doing them multiple times. I also feel better riding the regular old acoustic or analog after because of just the weight difference - almost like working out with a medicine ball or swinging a bat with a donut. My bike feels much lighter and I am faster so I can see how it could be a good tool to add into the arsenal for fun and fitness. Plus I have some friends that only ride Electric and waiting for an acoustic rider would get old after a few rides.
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I'm 60 and wondering if my next should be an e-bike knowing it will get me out more often.
 
JerseyPete said:
I'm 60 and wondering if my next should be an e-bike knowing it will get me out more often.
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What's keeping you from getting out more now? If its pain or injury, I don't think it will go away because you're on a pedal-assisted bike. I would focus more on they why vs. how. I think this is more important as you get older. Physical therapy has helped me more than anything else.
 
Captain Brainstorm said:
What's keeping you from getting out more now? If its pain or injury, I don't think it will go away because you're on a pedal-assisted bike. I would focus more on they why vs. how. I think this is more important as you get older. Physical therapy has helped me more than anything else.
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I am out of shape. Riding more would be the solution. There have been times where I over estimated my ability to return after going out too far. An e-bike would be a safety net to ensure I can return without burning myself out. It would also allow me to get out further and enjoy time in the woods (mental health). Part of me still wants to stay analog and keep pushing.
What is preventing me is not having a clear picture of what is the best solution.
 
JerseyPete said:
I am out of shape. Riding more would be the solution. There have been times where I over estimated my ability to return after going out too far. An e-bike would be a safety net to ensure I can return without burning myself out. It would also allow me to get out further and enjoy time in the woods (mental health). Part of me still wants to stay analog and keep pushing.
What is preventing me is not having a clear picture of what is the best solution.
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JerseyPete said:
I'm 60 and wondering if my next should be an e-bike knowing it will get me out more often.
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Do it. Even with pulmonary issues I can go out and do rides in this heat and humidity that I would never consider doing without the E-bike. Hilly, long rides don't bug me now. The only thing that does are the F'n BUGS.
 
Andypowerful said:
I've ridden the Rocky Mountain Altitude Powerplay 2 times now. I was reluctant to try in the beginning, comparing it to the drug dealer that gives you the first hit for free and then you're hooked. The past weekend riding at Port Jervis is making me consider getting one. I always said I would consider it when I turn 60, but it was fun getting to the fast flow downhills faster without being fully spent - and doing them multiple times. I also feel better riding the regular old acoustic or analog after because of just the weight difference - almost like working out with a medicine ball or swinging a bat with a donut. My bike feels much lighter and I am faster so I can see how it could be a good tool to add into the arsenal for fun and fitness. Plus I have some friends that only ride Electric and waiting for an acoustic rider would get old after a few rides.
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I found that riding my ebike at Port Jervis is where it benefits the most. If I'm an ebike dealer I would set up a tent at Port Jervis and offer free demo.
 
JerseyPete said:
I'm 60 and wondering if my next should be an e-bike knowing it will get me out more often.
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Being over sixty the thing I like most about my e Mtb is it turned riding in the woods into a tempo workout instead of an intervals workout. As I have aged my rides have gotten shorter because of the number of times I can put out max watts in a ride has dropped. If you find your rides are getting shorter because because you are “blowing up” on loops you want to ride, get the e bike. Interval workouts are important but as you get older tempo workouts are better for your health IMO.
 
iLuveketchup said:
After a year with the Orbea Rise, I realize that emtbs are not for me. Time is short. I am going to die sooner rather than later (even though I am younger than most here by a decade or two). I want to pedal a bike while I still can.

Probably going to put my bike for sale. I wouldn't buy it TBH.
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This train of thought is confusing but i guess everyone is different. Pedaling is a choice even on an ebike, i would think it would be about self control. If you really want to pedal a bike just turn the motor off, then you will live forever.
 
iLuveketchup said:
After a year with the Orbea Rise, I realize that emtbs are not for me. Time is short. I am going to die sooner rather than later (even though I am younger than most here by a decade or two). I want to pedal a bike while I still can.

Probably going to put my bike for sale. I wouldn't buy it TBH.
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May I ask what it is about the bike that has you selling it? I assume it is not the bike itself, but the pedal assist that you want to move away from?
 
@JerseyPete
Your in the demographic to own in ebike
You know older and wiser.
Every thing you have inquired so far in this thread says you are past due.
You can make the gradual mid power buy first but don't ride a full power for sometime. Or just get it right the first time.
Buy Bosch it's that much better then ep8. Can't speak for the others except brose which seems to have the closest feel to bosch.

The point is you will ride like your a 20 year old again. It's a fountain of youth to mountain biking. A more balanced fitness without the heart blowing up. Never the need to get off and push a bike up a hill. You'll most definitely ride more, that I can promise.

If you want to keep a analog bike make it a road or gravel bike and commit to emtbs.
Your welcome 😁
 
mattybfat said:
@JerseyPete
Your in the demographic to own in ebike
You know older and wiser.
Every thing you have inquired so far in this thread says you are past due.
You can make the gradual mid power buy first but don't ride a full power for sometime. Or just get it right the first time.
Buy Bosch it's that much better then ep8. Can't speak for the others except brose which seems to have the closest feel to bosch.

The point is you will ride like your a 20 year old again. It's a fountain of youth to mountain biking. A more balanced fitness without the heart blowing up. Never the need to get off and push a bike up a hill. You'll most definitely ride more, that I can promise.

If you want to keep a analog bike make it a road or gravel bike and commit to emtbs.
Your welcome 😁
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Thanks Matt. I appreciate the honesty. Also good to know that Bosch is currently the leader in motors. That helps with making the choices narrower.
Thanks.
 
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