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Follow the law or don't.
There will always be resistance from someone to not allow motorcycles, eMTB, MTB, etc because some people just want the trail for themselves to hike. That is a legal argument. Civil disobedience doesn't help that argument.
1. Will you use the ebike? How are you going to rehab? Gym? My ebike supplements my gym. If it gets you off the couch, and the money makes sense, I think you already know the answer!
2. Is it a good deal? Trade, cash, etc... I don't know. I think the answer to the first question reduces this issue to haggling.
Go for it! Enjoy!
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I'm 50yrs old, 5'10" and 250lbs (down from 290) and I rode 20miles yesterday all off road. I got a good work out, did a jump line, carved some turns and was able to talk with the homies at the same time.
FYI- I've ridden my CRF three times since I've owned the eMTB. Also- people here will tell you to get the better model, etc. I have a bike that retails for $4950.00 with an E8000 motor and I have never been limited to what I can do on the trails. I slowly add to it when I feel necessary (renthal bars, ODI grips, etc).
I wish you luck.
I have a question for any of the direct to consumer brand owners. What do you do about motor or electric issues? That was the only thing that kept me from getting an Intense Tazer and sticking with a Specialized. Right now I feel a little resistance from my motor on occasion and it's good to know I can take it to my local certified dealer. Another bike shop that's closer to me will do anything on my bike except anything to do with the motor/battery/electrics because they aren't a Specialized dealer.
Consider the elevation and type of terrain you ride and how you want to ride. I was full power but they are a little heavier to throw around, have converted to SL and found my happy place. Elevation here isn't too much though.
The e-bike smile is a real thing, as is the hype they generate.
Id also highly recommend considering the new Trek Fuel EX-E.
Good luck.
we ride in the White Tank areas of AZ trails everywhere in MA it's all north central you ccan go in the woods hear and ride all day on some knarly trails.
I'm 4 week's out of a full knee replacement and just got back in the saddle with 3 rides over the last week it's sore as hell but keeps getting better
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All MTB's use similar components and this is really what affect the price of the bike. In order of highest to lowest. (Suspension, Chain/Drive, Brakes, Wheels) YT and few other sell direct to customer which saves you money.
Youtube the ebike reviews and also look at Pinkbike reviews pretty spot on. My advise is start mid level $5-6k on a eBike MTB. Make sure you like an ebike first. I always recommend rent/demo a couple before you buy! There is 2 categories you will want to focus on. Trail eMTB and Enduro eMTB. The difference between the 2 is this simple, Do you enjoy the downhill riding more and like to hit big jumps, go with the Enduro. If you want more all mountain bike, get the trail. Also consider if eBikes are allowed on the trails near you. Believe it or not a lot national forest road/trails do not allow ebikes still. Going mid grade, you can always upgrade the components to meet your mods you desire later.
Commencal's are always sold out and popular so might have to settle with a different brand for a while.
Here's mine.. My named my bike "Iron Maiden"
The mountain bike community typically does way more trail maintenance/repairs and trail building than any other group.. Hikers are welcome to enjoy them too, but remember who put the work in for you to be able to access and enjoy those trails.
Most trail damage is caused by users who don’t think about the erosion they are causing during inclement weather or during spring thaws. Horses are by far the worst on these unmotorized multi use trails. It just takes common sense to prevent these issues but too many people lack it.
Edit: Market seems to be pretty weak where I’m at.
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