WHY EBIKES WILL NEVER CATCH ON! // Why do some people hate eBikes?
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- čas přidán 5. 08. 2019
- Why do some people have so much hate for ebikes, even eMTBS? We recently rode iconic Highway 30 between Hood River OR and Mosier OR on eBikes from Oregon eBikes and ran into someone that said eBikes don’t count. Please Like, Subscribe and Share!
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Is it cheating if you take the chair lift up the mountain? In fact, is it cheating to have a derailleur? Or a carbon fiber frame? Maybe it’s cheating when you get in your car and drive to where you want to ride... Me, outside riding an ebike is not “cheating”. It’s just me being outside doing my thing. As my wise sister-in-law says, “you do you and I’ll do me.”
Very well said, cheers!
Right on
How is that Terry and why so angry
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You win Ebikes are better than mt bikes harder to ride and you get a better work out now go strava and smoke us traditional cyclist...Feel good now
I'm an long time avid cyclist. I've raced road bikes back in the 80's. I'm now 67 and riding less because of health issues but recently decided to buy a class 1 e-mtb. Best decision I've made in years. I ride for longer durations, further, see more beautiful scenery and get a better work out. I can also decide how much effort I want to put into my ride instead of the terrain dictating. I don't care what other purists may think or say, eventually they will get one too.
This is really well said, thank you Jay!
Thats awesome and where I see the Most Beauty in E bikes. enjoy!! :)
Get a motorcycle
@@festyguy7405 got one.
Jay that’s awesome. Rock steady brother
Pinarello Boy is probably checking his STRAVA performances while biking and not the scenery.
Very well stated Alessandro! Cheers my friend!
It's all about enjoying the ride.....not comparing.
Well said, cheers!
Why a person should enjoy the ride with an ebike and NOT enjoying the ride on a real bike? This is the question you, ebike users, should answer... But I just could imagine the answer: doing efforts and riding slowly on hard trails destroy your enjoyment. Losers...
@@BICIeCOMPUTERconGabriele On an ebike you are able to set the intensity of the workout while enjoying the desired pace you want to. I currently ride a 40 pound single gear springer 40 miles a week and it can suck mightily. I would prefer to get more juice from my squeeze after riding that bike for a year and am upgrading to a ebike. I will now have more range and vastly superior control over my exercise. If gaining that much is losing, then sign me up.
The whole.point of riding a bike,is knowing you've achieved something.
@@BaldricksTurnip1for other people it can be different. Maybe they just want to have fun. My father rides an e bike and he’s fit as a fiddle. He just loves using them because how much more fun you can have doing downhills.
Personally when I used to have a 44mph Ebike, all the guys on their race prepped bicycles would say the same thing to me too. But honestly, it’s all about the enjoyment of the ride… and getting to the end without sweating like a pig. Lol
The best part is flying past them and hearing them call me a cheater. Lol
It’s nobody’s business what anyone else rides. That’s like a person in a straight 6 1974 Nova telling the guy with his 501 powered Fleetwood he’s cheating when pressing the button to lower the window as the guy in the Nova has to crank his down lololololol
Right on brother! My simple response is: “ Are you happy, are you enjoying yourself? “ Because, I am. I am out riding. I am getting fresh air, exercise and I can contemplate more beautiful sites and scenery without being totally strained. I can adjust how much exercise I get. When my butt gets sore or my legs feel tired I can just twist the throttle
and have a break. E bikes create the best of both worlds combined into one. Cycling combined with some light motorcycling! What is not to love about that?
Thanks for your vids man. I used to ride my Cannondale 1997ish Super VSL MTB every day. Then I let work and health issues get in my way gained a ton of weight and just left it to collect dust in the garage. Stumbled across your weight loss vid you made and it kindled something in me. Took my 17 year old son with me to go to a bike shop as I was too self conscious to tell them I was getting the old bike tuned up for my fat ass. Zak, my son, and I were checking out bikes and talking about some of your vids and right there I let spontaneity take control. Got the ole Cannondale tuned up and gave it to my son. Bought myself a simple Kona Lanai hard tail. Next day Zak and I hit the trails. Got 7 miles in the first day, which after almost 10 years off riding made me happy. We have been riding every for almost two months now and my life is changed. Thanks for your vids, for what it is worth you inspired me to shut up and ride (again) and it feels amazing.
Thank you very much Brutus, have fun on your journey! Cheers!
Brutus Tobias nice relationship you have with your son!
That’s an awesome story!!! Good for you and glad you’re back out riding. You’ll be in shape in no time at all and it’s wonderful you’re doing it with your son! BTW Before I bought my Ebike I was really thinking about getting a Cannondale, (love them), but I thought before I spend $2000-3000+ on a conventional bike why not try an Ebike. So glad I did. I look forward to riding it as much as I can!!! God bless and Rock Steady!!!
My responce. "You know what counts less? Your opinion."
I bought an EMTB and i love it! My wife is getting one next year.
Now I wonder what I was waiting for! Cheers Matthew!
I’m buying two in January for me n my wife for our first bikes
I remember when front forks first came out. They were trying to ban them from trails. Claiming the whole motor cycle thing. Funny we are hearing the same thing with ebikes. Once everyone gets over themselves and realize that they can enjoy so much more with an ebike we will be seeing them as the norm.
I agree!!! I’m like a 15 year old on my Ebike. I’ll stay out for hours at a time and will ride 27-50+ miles every time I go out!! And I ALWAYS pedal using PAS 3-5 but mostly staying on PAS 4. On my bike 5 is max assist. I like to get exercise so I never use throttle only
eBikes have made it possible for me to bike again. At this time I've had 9 surgeries to reconstruct both legs and still have 1 or 2 to go. I've been a bike rider/motorcycle rider since I was about 7 I'm now 63. After not being able to ride hills or even the slightest incline for the last ten years the smile and sheer enjoyment of riding a bicycle came back in my into my life last weekend. I rode a 20" pedal assist eBike from CSC Motorcycles. Saturday was a 5 mile decline ride and then the 5 mile incline ride back home. I feel like a kid again, I never could have made it home on a regular bicycle. The next day was a 7 mile ride around the neighborhood. Did I feel bad because " it really didn't count." Not in any way shape or form, I feel alive again and look forward to many ,many more days like that. My eBike has given me more smiles to the miles. PS none of the surgeries were due to a m/c accident
This is it: My eBike has given me more smiles...well said Total Kaos! Cheers!
That’s great you’re out and about again. Sorry to hear about your surgeries. I’m 56 and in perfect health, very lean, tone naturally slim etc. but I love ebiking. Like you said not sure why but it makes me smile ear to ear!! I never felt that on a conventional bicycle EVER!!! I look forward to biking now and the least I go is 25-30 miles. I actually installed a 20AH Battery on my bike rake to have extended range and no anxieties. Between both batteries I’m good for 70-90+ miles depending on what PAS I use. BTW I always pedal, never throttle only
@@jakereal3604 Thank you Jake. I'm now 65 soon to be 66. I recently bought a 1000 watt Mid Drive bike from CSC E-Bikes also now, no plans on slower down yet
I'm also older now, so in addition to saying "Kiss my A" I provide a detailed explanation of why they should do so and how to go about it.
Lolz! That's awesome! Cheers!
"Do you even live, bro?" (LOVE THAT).... We all ride different bikes (road, mtb, ebike, drift trikes, whatever) and for different reasons (health, relaxation, enjoyment, social gathering, getting lost in the woods or some competition)... That's part of why we LOVE riding to begin with, it's not like the majority of us are ever pro level riders but for the majority of us, if we ride and it left a memory, a smile, a scar, whatever... then it counts bro, it always counts bro!
After 40 yrs of cycling I built myself an E Bike a few months ago. I thought going electric would cause me to become lazy and Iin the process lose the valuable exercise. I have found that I actually cycle more and at a consistant momentum. The E Bike allows me to push myself further and for longer and it is soooooooooo much more fun. So, shut up and ride and kiss my asphalt. Greetings from Ireland and wherever you are stay safe on the roads.
Greetings from Oregon, USA! Cheers Robert!
@@ShutUpandRideMTB Oregon sure does look very beautiful., perfect for bike rides. Stay safe.
Message to Pboy, who is counting? Just out to enjoy the fresh air and sunshine. I am shopping for an ebike not because I am lazy, but I think I will get out and ride more. For simple errands where I don't need a car but maybe a bit too far on a regular bike I would ebike it. Even in the winter sometimes.
I have done a motorcycle ride across Canada for the last 3 years and I challenge my self to do 1000 miles the first day.
Now I am thinking about ebiking it. Of course it will take way longer but doable. On a regular bike I just don't think I would have the time. I would probably ship the bike and fly back, but still a decent adventure.
Hats off the the ones who can power every where on their bike, but no need to look down on us ebikers. We are all enjoying the same fresh air and sunshine.
Boy that highway looks sweet no matter how one is moving on it. You were pretty polite to Pboy, I might have bit my tongue if there were ladies or children present. Otherwise I might have used a few choice words.
Cheers
Perfectly said, cheers!
Hey man! I can't express how much your videos contribute to love of MTB! You always have the most chill and uplifting videos! Congrats on 4.3k subs, by the way! Also, it is nice to see your kind comments on Ride bRIDe's videos! You two fellas should collaborate if you ever get the chance! Cheers, mate!
Thanks! Is Ride bRIDe in AZ?
Hey man! Sadly, he lives in VA. But hey, look on the bright side! I know that both of you love travelling, and do it a lot! Maybe you'll bump into each other, or visit places in close proximity to each other! Best of luck you my friend! Cheers, mate!
This may not be an advertisement, but in my humble opinion it's the greatest endorsement of E-bikes I've seen to date and I sell E-bikes!
I'd love to put this on a loop and play it in the shop for every Pinnarello boy who walks in!
Thanks for making me smile :-)
Thanks Kent! Cheers! Where do you sell eBikes?
In Central Florida. David's World Cycle.Trek & Electra.
Damm I love your channel. Super cool. I love the narration. Super chillaxed.
Nice edit and important topic. I’ve been riding MTBs for over 20 years. My wife would come out occasionally but while she is fit, didn’t like the grind and the fact she was always behind on the climbs. Bought her an EMTB 2 months ago. Game Changer! We now ride about 100kms a week together. As she is getting stronger, she rarely gets out of Eco or Trail mode and my fitness has gone up a notch trying to keep up on 40-50km rides (and she now loves going uphill). We are in the US for a couple of months visiting our kids in college this fall and her first question was...”where can we ride bikes”. Not easy as the rules for E bikes seem to change by state but think we have found quite a few rides. My son even takes the E bike when we go to our local bike park so they are good for free riding as well. As you said...just shut up and ride.
That is precisely why we got my wife an eMTB. Absolute game changer as well. Great comment and really well stated Frank! Cheers!
Beautiful video. Thank you for that! That one really drew me in. I have to admit, I think the same exact thing as Pinarello boy when I see e bikes but now that I have seen this video it gives me a different perspective. Sometimes it's important to look around and enjoy shit. Thanks for the reminder.
I used to be Pinarello boy, grinding out miles and never really looking up. Thanks Ty, cheers!
Awesome! "Shut up and ride - kiss my @$$" classic 👍
Thanks for the visit my friend! Cheers!
I couldn't help myself laughing so much. I enjoy riding my ebike to enjoy just like you. Point well made. I loved your video. Lol
Thanks Joseph, I really appreciate that, cheers!
When I ride my electric bike I get the occasional person telling me I'm cheating. I just say "You're cheating. You're wearing shoes".
Fair point Darcy, cheers!
I like that one, hope you don't mind me borrowing it.
I would get that a lot too. After awhile I learned to just ignore all the negativity. I like your comeback, I may just use it !
Lol I like that reply
Being 55 & e-mtb riding I heard the same: you’re cheating! Pardon me? I’m doing the most joyful and amusing thing in the last 35 years!!!
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I used to do R&D for Camelback in the mid 90’s. I sucked then in my early 20’s. I still suck, I’m a horrible mountain biker. I’m 42 now. Being on a trail makes me smile and then curse the SOB that built it. When I get back in my truck I don’t think about what I could’ve done, I think about what I did. It’s euphoria, if an Ebike provides that pleasure to someone that can’t physically do it, what’s the harm? They’re not dirt bikes!
Very well said Jason, cheers!
Who cares what those snobs say? I don't care what anyone is riding, it is just good to see people getting out and riding their bike and enjoying the trails. I am 62 and really got in to biking the past 8 years. It has become a great passion for me. I love it. I got an e-bike 4 years ago and it was the best decision I made. They are so versatile, you can ride it any way you want. I ride mine on the lowest setting most of the time and sometimes get some help up the hills. I am all about getting a great workout and pushing myself. I find that I ride farther than I ever thought possible. I usually do 30 mile rides 6-7 days a week when the weather is nice here in Wisconsin. I hit my best last year with 175 rides and 5,031 miles for the season. I can't wait to start the biking season this year in a few weeks. Get out and ride!
Great video and beautiful scenery, thanks!! Subscribed.
Thanks for subscribing! Cheers!
Nice chill video.
I have no clue why people care what others are riding. Its not cheating unless your competing against others that arent using an ebike. Why did we all start riding bikes anyways......? Cause its freaking fun, awesome, and good for us. If anytime is the perfect time it was then to say shut up and ride....
"Cause its freaking fun, awesome, and good for us..." so well said. Cheers!
I've got a
Rad Rover E-Bike and love it. So far I have not got any negative remarks on the bike. Stupid uneducated people say stupid things.
People are people, cheers!
This is probably one of the most beautiful, and hilarious, video about biking I've seen. Tha k you. Just recently got an ebike and I'm looking forward to the ride
Love it!!! It all counts dude!!! My wife and I are just starting our journey. We are actually getting closer as a couple over our new shared passion. Something about the music the video and your unapologetic attitude is inspiring to me.
"That's gorgeous. and so is that river!"....Well said sir...well said!
Heck yeah! Stay awesome and enjoy the ride.
You stay awesome too Shane! Cheers!
Love it. I’ve just ordered my first e-bike.
Very cool, have fun with it Ray! Cheers!
My answer every time,, "yeah you're right, these things suck"
My father is a retired engineer from Burlington Northern Sante Fe R/R and ALSO what doesn't count is the number of heart attacks or medical issues he has from riding anywhere from 25-40 mi. a morning on his 250w Levo. He is rougly 40lbs lighter than when he was working EVERYDAY! Sure some of that is muscle however he is as fit as a fiddle and enjoys riding along with me on my road bike around 19+mph for over 10mi. a ride and he's gonna be 74 this year and get THIS...his daily riding partner is also a retiree (pilot) with an eLevo who's 80!!! seems to me that Pinerello boy should be taking a different look at life cause he too will eventually succumb to father time!
This was very well done. Kudos.
E-mtb is a inspiration to go where I haven't been the last 15 years on a normal mtb. It's more fun when the hill climb section is much less of a struggle and the down hill section is more exciting when I'm not to tired to enjoy it properly.
Perfectly said! Cheers!
Shut up and kiss my ass was my favorite part!
Wish I had a nickel for every time I've said that, cheers!
Haha I love it it's also brought a sense of serenity through my body. Yeh I see those guys all the time, they won't start riding till their Strava is locked in. I say dude you do this ride every day who cares if you are 1 second slower this time, but they truly don't get it. It's just this take a look around and enjoy !!!
....they won't start riding till their Strava is locked in....LMFAO!!! this is sooooo true, cheers!
I Love my E Bike Yamaha by Haibike & 2yrs ago my wife got me out of my Lazy Boy Recliner with my first Trekking E Bike by Haibike for my 70th Birthday.
Now 2yrs later I've gotten a Haibike Nduro 90 & joined a group of guy riding the local foothills & last week made it half way up the dirt trail of Mount Wilson. My goal is to make it to the top, just need more training. Oh & I've lost 60lbs by having FUN
My first Ebike experience brought me here.!
I took my wife and 2 friends out on Ebike rentals this weekend. Our plan was to sight see around some mountain towns, it wasn’t set up as our workout for the day. All 3 riders are novice and unable to ride an elevated 12 mile round trip without killing themselves. We left Silverthorne Co and biked up to Frisco on an Ebike classified trail for some beers at a micro brew. It was the best weather and scenery that you could ask for on a vacation.
Little did we know that oncoming road bikers would yell at us the entire trip. We only passed one biker from behind and he was on peddling slowly while talking on his cell phone. Being an educated Mtb biker I had stopped my group on several occasions to give the right of way to the oncoming road bikes. I kept my entire group in our lane and I protected the local riders buy nearly stopping on all blind corners so that we did not steer out of our tight lanes. I was so pissed at the way we were treated that I was ready to fight. Funny how they would all yap but they kept riding when we invited them back to discuss the matter.
Anyway, we had a blast! Beers were cold and the town people were great! We plan on going back next year, hope the haters slack up some or find some paved bike trails away from the tourism. By the way, I’m pretty sure the visitor’s tax dollars maintain those trails. I thought the biking community was stronger than this?
Enjoyed you video! I feel better after watching it.
Cheers to you my friend!
You have the ability to make me smile and ponder at the same time. And that is pretty cool🙋♂️
Thanks Paul, I appreciate that. I would wonder what you bicycle racing son thinks of eBikes? Cheers!
I recently converted my two wheeled recumbent into a Ebike and it sure has changed my life. With one bum knee and one bum ankle, I can now get around almost as fast as I could when I was younger. Of course I try to only use pedal assist, and stay off the throttle until I really need it. So yeah, a Ebike counts, don't let any one say any different. You should have asked that kid "Why doesnt it count?" Any ways, stay safe and keep on riding.
Perfectly said, my next video is about eBike conversions! Cheers James!
ive been riding e for 3 years I've heard it all ,I just laugh. I still ride acoustic ,I'm fit and motivated thats all I care about and of course having a blast.
Beautifully said, cheers!
Wife and I love ours. Starting off with the Ecotric Leopards this year. Already did the limiter delete and upgraded the rear freewheel to an 11/28 to match the top speed. I am an Engineer and am enjoying learning about the equipment.....difference between cadence sensor and torque sensor, motor manufactures, batteries. Probably go to the Cyrusher Ranger and Flex next year. It is all about getting out. When you want to cruise and look around, you cruise and look around, when you want to wind it up to the top speed to cover distance....you go! Top of the list all, get out, be safe, and respect the property you are on.
Freakin Awesome. Loved this one. Missed your work. Mostly cause I’m a slacker and have been riding my ass off. Gorgeous countryside bro.
You should get your ass up here he said for the millionth time....hope all is well! Let's ride when I get back to the AZ in a month or so! Cheers!
Nice video, thanks for posting it. Subbed
Thanks Greg, I appreciate that! Cheers!
Pinarello: “You know it doesn’t count.”
Me: “Oh is that an e-bike too?”
Pin: “No.”
Me: “Bananas and Oranges my boy. You’re barking up the wrong tree. In fact I don’t even know why you’re barking in the first place.”
Well said Prairie, cheers!
You rock Sir! I'm looking into getting my first ebike. I agree with you - it shouldn't matter what you are riding as long as you are enjoying the ride and enjoying the outdoors with friends and family. Ride on and have fun.
Nice video, I ride a Turbo Levo back in Sunny Scotland. Stunning place to ride you have there just watch for those stop signs ;-)
Scotland is on my bucket list. Side note: I look fabulous in my kilt. Cheers Bunyip!
Rode my first e-bike today and it was awesome.
They are surprising, cheers Dave!
I love it! Keep the faith!
Loved the end..."Shut up & ride". Thanks for sharing & creating this video.
So good! When you said "and this part?" Near the end, I was expecting you to say "this part is stinky" because of the wastewater treatment tanks... love the video and I love that ride, seems like we make it up there at least once a month.
Anyone who visits Hood River, OR should take this ride! Cheers Jared!
If we are getting picky, then the Pinarello with multiple gears doesn’t count either. What’s the baseline non-assist two wheeled device that does count?
So true....cheers!
I got the "that's cheating" bit, which I turned around with "No, it's winning" and laughed at his comment
I've felt like I had a cheat code ever since I converted my bike to an ebike. Love it!
That's a really interesting way to put it, I'm going to start saying that: cheat code, cheers J D
Yup, I bought mine (Powerfly) it's like being 11 again and it's made me faster on my acoustic bike. Too much winning!
Thank you.. great ride.. I am 59 and had some comments aimed at me. With Ebike I now go bike packing for multidays and enjoy myself. God bless your Family.
God bless you as well! Cheers!
This was very entertaining!
Finally, someone who addresses the emotional reaction to assholes. I can so pissed that I lose control. Like you said "what business is it of his?" Some people just have to keep other people down all the time.
When I saw this title, I watched it just to comment, "They've ALREADY caught on"! Then I started laughing! You already know the truth!
👍😊Be safe, have fun, and Happy Trails!
Words to live by. Very well said, cheers!
I never thought myself and my wife would ride E Bikes. Now we have Levo SL’s and our other bikes are gonna be sold.
The e bike just opens up so much more...and they are a blast.
And things do change a bit when you get up in the 50’s 😩.
Right on! Same here! Cheers!
A young monk and an older monk were walking from one town to the other, and there on the banks of a small stream was a young woman fretting. "I can't cross the river, I'll get my gown wet and i have to get to the celebration." The young monk was about to offer to carry her across when the old monk said "Get on my shoulders, I will get you across," and they both crossed the stream. The old monk set her down gingerly and after she thanked them, they went on their way. After an hour of walking in silence, the young monk asked the elder "Why did you get to carry the young woman across the stream when I am stronger!"
"Because I was able to set her down. Apparently you are still carrying her." And they continued on.
It's easy to let go of what people think of you. There's no need to give Pinarello boy any of your mind or attention whatsoever.
Incredibly thoughtful comment, one of this channel's best ever. Thank you Zen, cheers!
Your response would be spot on if the only issue was how we should respond to people who don't share our choices. But the real problem is more intrusive than that. These people influence public policy about where e-bikes can be used. In that sense their irrational aversion to e-bikes is more than a simple disapproval, it can transform into a movement to limit our rights. Most trails are on taxpayer supported land. All taxpayers should have equal access to the trails. If the haters have their way, we won't be able to ride on "their" trails, and that's messed up.
I just installed a Bafang 750W Mid-Drive on my AZUB TRIcon recumbent tricycle. I guess my last beautiful ride to Edis Hook in Washington didn't count either. Oh well - at 69 years old I have definitely stopped counting. Your right; just shut up and ride! Amen!
That's going to be a very fast ride David, cheers!
Great script and well put together video. It had the feel of an ad for a fine bourbon!
I love my e-bike and it gets me out far more than I did on my normal MTB. Isn't that the point of having a bike?
When people say that I'm cheating, I just tell them that they are cheating themselves out of amazing experiences.
At 53 years old and just getting back into biking, an ebike was a natural choice. My girlfriend and love our ebikes! The majority of our rides are on the Southern Nevada single track trails and we have a blast! Haven't come across any haters yet but I'm sure we will at some point. Should be interesting as I see it the way you do. Keep riding and enjoying your beautiful view, oh and the lake too..
Thanks very much! No riding by Area 51! Cheers!
@@ShutUpandRideMTB No sir that area is off-limits! I have a brother-in-law that was in the OSI and he told me that there's nothing there that's all that interesting anyway😉
Then a hiker crested that same hill and turned to Pinarello boy saying "It doesn't count, you rode a bike".
Late chiming in here - good for you! I would mtn bike on the trails where I live in the mountains (Canada) and look down/frown on those E-bike riders. Guess what - I did a personal reality check and found to my dismay that it was my own attitude/hypocrisy was the problem. I discovered the truth of the matter was that I envied the ability of E-bike riders to have more range and not be so exhausted about the uphill battles and see the beautiful scenery. I have an e-bike for myself and my significant other on order. Thanks for the video and many good adventures!
Zira, this is really well said, good for you...I did a personal reality check and found to my dismay that it was my own attitude/hypocrisy was the problem...super well-said too, cheers!
Love this.
I’ve been riding in the dirt since 1966, now at 64 one of my bikes is a Turbo Levo Comp, i have never had this much fun on two wheels!!!! As for anyone else’s opinion…..I could care less.
Damn I got to get out west and ride I just got the new saunders Rockstar and it's begging for train like that beautiful video man good job
Everywhere I ride from it is almost always from home. I have the nice hitch rack that will work on both the car and the truck but there are bike paths right here so I use them. I had been using a Trek Verve 2 disc the last two years and now I got my first Ebike a Specialized Como 3.0. So far I am enjoying the ride on it. It isn't cheating in my opinion as we still have to pedal to make it go. Only now we can make the ride a little bit faster and not wonder why the hell we went so far from home.
Different horses for different courses. I have two different Mt. Bikes (29er and 27.5 Plus), an eMt Bike, a gravel bike, and a road bike. Each has it's purpose. When there's too many steep inclines on the MT Bike trails that I find myself hike a bike too frequently, I ride the eMt Bike and I still get a great workout - but I enjoy the ride.
That's awesome, and really well said Scott, cheers!
brilliant. cheers
Great words ! Great video !
Thanks Paul, I appreciate that! Cheers!
E bikes, road bikes, folding bikes. Who cares if it means more people enjoy exercising at their own output. Being able to cycle with others at different levels of fitness is now possible. Everyone is a winner.
Very well said Robert, cheers!
I was always curious about ebikes. I've had two spinal surgeries and the recovering has left my bike skills fade. I am now retired and still love mountain biking. My wife bought a cruiser ebike for riding while we RV in various spots. Riding hers convinced me to get an emtb. I bought a good brand and I love it. I'm riding trails that I rode in my 30's. I get jealous at the acceptance of ebikes in Europe and frustrated at the USA not allowing class one ebikes the freedom to ride. Not even as an ADA possible rider. Good video and comments are on point.
Beautiful. I tell those people now "you do you".
Thanks Jon, I appreciate that, cheers!
I had the same problem, but two and a half years on my ebike (after a major stroke) allowed me to return to my normal bike. I love ebikes
Glad you're riding again Richard, cheers!
Nice!! I Miss Oregon so much :( my gf has an E mtb it helps her keep up with me if she has been working a lot but still wants to go on a ride with out over doing her day
I would not have got back into riding without an ebike. I live in a very hilly suburb on top of a hill and in lockdown I took up cycling again with an ebike. I only use the battery when I am on a hill I cannot ride up. In Australia we are on the EU pedalec standard and I find I am working all the time it is just that when I am on a steep hill I have some assistance. I only need to charge the battery a couple of times a week. We are only allowed throttle control to 6km/hr which is good to get started. Actually, I have my order in for a Brompton which is a push bike, so I will see how I go. I am 74 and do not produce a lot of watts.
You're my hero! 74!? Nice! Keep up the great work Tim! Cheers!
That's gorgeous, so is the river... sold me. New subscriber
When I first read the title I imagined you were penastuckinmud and was going to tear you a new one.
I'm 70 . When I was 60 I had a rei navaro mountain bike. I made this bike weigh 62 pounds by adding a 25 lbs set of steel baskets/rear rack . Changed the handle bar, riser and offset to steel . I've ridden an average of 120 miles a week with one trip of 40 miles or better on this rig. l now have my ebike and plan on going a lot further now knowing I can still get home without power. Keep riding enjoy life.😎
E-bikes are great: 1. If you have an injury they allow you control of how much stress you put on a recovering muscle or joint. 2. People with heart issues can get out and start a very beneficial adjustable exercise program. 3. With an Ebike you can haul larger trailers and haul heavier loads this gets you using the bike more for daily chores. The complaining peddler often has there spandex on a bit too tight.
Very, very well said Thomas, thanks for this, cheers!
Spandex too tight!!! 😂 👍🏼👍🏼 Lolololol love it
OMG I just got the hidden meaning of the population and exit number for Mosier. Very good on both. I am on the fence about getting an E-Bike. I love motorcycling and just finished a 10,000 mile ride with my brother. I am 72 he is 54. I have spent a lot of time (shutting up and riding) in the saddle. It is my passion. I really want to get on the trails where motorcycles cannot go…. Maybe for Christmas. Great video…props for your comments to the “This don’t count” boy.
Heck I’ve progressed to ebike and even beyond comprehension, to a cruiser motorcycle. My old cyclist friends will neither consider such a move nor even talk to me anymore, pretty much. I feel sad. They’re missing so much. With each progression, all the roads I ride are fresh.
So many are missing out Yoso, cheers!
Another vid that didn’t disappoint. Next time just take his KOM 😆
Very tempting Steve! Cheers!
Shut Up and Ride MTB 😆
Hey Matt, just read a story in bicycling magazine about a Slopestyle racer that was seriously injured in the x games, Paul Basagoitio back in 2015 the doctors told him he may never walk again, well he proved them wrong he can walk with a cane now but still can’t pedal a bike but with the help of an e bike he is riding with his friends again, he says the e bike saved his life!
Check out The Crashing Dad's channel where he highlights just such a rider; seriously inspirational. Cheers Jen! czcams.com/video/Y5azy7H2FCA/video.html
Shut Up and Ride MTB I ride with AMBA Albuquerque mountain biking association, we have a rider who loves to ride but can’t climb hills, he is a good candidate for an e bike. People ask me why are you riding a hardtail instead of a full squish, I say because I like it, you should ride whatever makes you happy!
E bikes are here to stay.
@@jennifersdustyktm4679 Well said my dear, cheers!
Them gorgeous views man, imagine how much more stunning they would of looked if only they'd have (Counted)! Pinarello boy eh..... What a quilt! We have dopes like that here in the UK too man. PS: lovely little film you put together there.
Thank you my friend, I appreciate that a lot, cheers!
Well said great video
Thanks Mark, cheers!
gotta say though, tried the e-bikes at the Toronto bike show in March and they were incredible - just loved them.
I was a big doubter, until I tried one, cheers!
I enjoyed that video and your little chat with Pinarello Boy. I'm 66 and still peddling my road bike cos knees are still good, but I'm kinda lookin' forward to getting an eBike some day.
Thank you John, I appreciate that, cheers!
I know I'm going to have to go e-bike at some point - can't keep grinding my hip joints with this much force. Not sure I need quite the amt of power the bikes all seem to provide right now. I would be happy with a battery half the size (due to weight issues) and a motor mechanism is much smaller - if the the Tour de France road bikes can have motors and batteries put in with those small tube sizes, you know the manufacturers can make the e-mtbikes lighter and less hefty.
All great points. If you want, you can dial down the power in an EMTB, cheers!
@@ShutUpandRideMTB agreed, I did that and it was just perfect.
Awesome :)
Thanks!
We ride for the nature too ... good job!
Absolutely right! Just getting outside regardless of bike is the most important thing, cheers NOK!
Awesome vid!!!!!!!!!!!!
I'll have my fun. You have yours. That's all I'll say to anyone who wants to judge.
Perfectly said, cheers Colours!
Colours Capello good-one! I will use this. YOU HAVE YOUR FUN, I WILL HAVE MINE, TWICE AS FAST.
I rode my fat ebike past a pajama-wearin' bullet head last summer on the hilly roads of Western MA, and as I past him at blinding speed, I kindly warned "passing on your left" as I approached as to not startle him. He angrily yelled back at me as I passed "hey, that's cheating!". I said nothing nor gestured nothing and just pedaled harder and was out of his view so fast, he prolly went right to the bike shop after his ride and bought an ebike. I hope he over paid.
Lolz! Cheers Guy!
Howdy. Great riding footage. I am 68 and started riding an eBike 10 years ago, commuting to and from work. I used a Bionx kit, which worked great and you can take the battery into the office for charging. After a few years my fitness improved enough that I sold the eBike and started riding a plain old pedal bike. A little slower, but I get some serious exercise puffing up the hills.
Regular bikes and eBikes should all be welcome on the roads and trails. The only thing I would say to eBikers and also to the spandex guys is please slow down a little on smaller trails and bike paths... a big guy on a heavy bike going fast can be a danger to walkers and other bikers.
Happy trails.
That's fantastic Jim! I appreciate you stopping by, cheers!
When I turned 70 now the wrong side of 70 cycling was becoming a big effort as I live in a very hilly area it reached a point where it was hard work and very little gain. Now I Ebike the same distances but I can enjoy the scenery a lot more and get home feeling refreshed not shattered and dripping in sweat.