e-bike on state land survey

[GWP]

Their peddle assist not motorized.

If that is the only consideration then gas powered mopeds (pedal assist) should be allowed as well? Similar speeds.
Love those old two stroke mopeds!

[JakeLand]

Their peddle assist not motorized.

If that is the only consideration then gas powered mopeds (pedal assist) should be allowed as well? Similar speeds.
Love those old two stroke mopeds!

750 watts or less

[KFhunter]

Just program in a 750w nanny switch 

Lot's of ebikes are "750 watts" but push a button and blammo, uncorked

[guardian]

When my wife and i were younger we hiked in as we got older we bought mountain bikes. Now that we're in our senior years we have peddle assist bikes so that we can still enjoy the outdoors. The chains break and tires go flat like a standard bike but it keeps us out. We're not interested in breaking land speed records or being the farthest in. It just keeps us outdoors rather it be hunting, fishing or berry picking. Lets keep the older folks in mind when concidering these topics.

[trophyhunt]

When my wife and i were younger we hiked in as we got older we bought mountain bikes. Now that we're in our senior years we have peddle assist bikes so that we can still enjoy the outdoors. The chains break and tires go flat like a standard bike but it keeps us out. We're not interested in breaking land speed records or being the farthest in. It just keeps us outdoors rather it be hunting, fishing or berry picking. Lets keep the older folks in mind when concidering these topics.

how selfish of you!! Your too old now, let the younger peeps have the woods!!

  I’m being sarcastic but I bet half the anti ebikers feel that way.

[guardian]

 

[Fishhunt223]

I don’t see any reason not to allow electric bikes in areas already open to bicycles. They don’t cause any more damage than a normal bicycle, nor do they make significantly more noise than a regular bicycle. I understand the frustration of being hiked miles down a gated road or trail, only to have bicycles (motorized or non), horses, pack stock, or even other foot hikers come in behind you. However, I don’t think this frustration should influence the choice of whether or not to allow ebikes in areas that other bikes are already allowed. It will ultimately help to disperse people and give opportunities to all.

[MR5x5]

E-bikes and Mtn bikes don't mix will.  The speed difference makes them fairly incompatible, much like hikers vs Mtn bikers.  I suspect the biking and hiking communities, not to mention the horse folks, will be very much against this, at least as far as trails are concerned.

[JimmyHoffa]

Just program in a 750w nanny switch 

Lot's of ebikes are "750 watts" but push a button and blammo, uncorked

750 W is actually a lot power especially considering the extended run times of an E-bike.  Not many in the competitive world of bikes can hold more than 250W for more than an hour, and only a small percentage like those in tour de France can keep at 400W.

[guardian]

I really think all user groups should have same opportunity. We all need to work together to keep our land open before they close it all. No one group should have it all. Most area's we ride in we dont see anyone. Maybe a couple horses and there isnt any issues.

[KFhunter]

Just program in a 750w nanny switch 

Lot's of ebikes are "750 watts" but push a button and blammo, uncorked

750 W is actually a lot power especially considering the extended run times of an E-bike.  Not many in the competitive world of bikes can hold more than 250W for more than an hour, and only a small percentage like those in tour de France can keep at 400W.

You're talking about human output of 400w equivalent, I get that.  I'm not interested in how much watts I can pedal, only interested in if that bike can lug me and my crap "up there"

[JimmyHoffa]

Just program in a 750w nanny switch 

Lot's of ebikes are "750 watts" but push a button and blammo, uncorked

750 W is actually a lot power especially considering the extended run times of an E-bike.  Not many in the competitive world of bikes can hold more than 250W for more than an hour, and only a small percentage like those in tour de France can keep at 400W.

You're talking about human output of 400w equivalent, I get that.  I'm not interested in how much watts I can pedal, only interested in if that bike can lug me and my crap "up there"

yeah, 750 W can seriously haul...you'll probably be fine.  Even hauling out an elk.  I was just pointing out how much you might want to expect from various power.  It would be like having the power of five or six normal guys pedaling.  My neighbor's Ebike is 750W, about 70-75 lbs (has the double battery) and with my weight --200lbs gets to about 34 mph.

[MR5x5]

Just program in a 750w nanny switch 

Lot's of ebikes are "750 watts" but push a button and blammo, uncorked

750 W is actually a lot power especially considering the extended run times of an E-bike.  Not many in the competitive world of bikes can hold more than 250W for more than an hour, and only a small percentage like those in tour de France can keep at 400W.

You're talking about human output of 400w equivalent, I get that.  I'm not interested in how much watts I can pedal, only interested in if that bike can lug me and my crap "up there"

yeah, 750 W can seriously haul...you'll probably be fine.  Even hauling out an elk.  I was just pointing out how much you might want to expect from various power.  It would be like having the power of five or six normal guys pedaling.  My neighbor's Ebike is 750W, about 70-75 lbs (has the double battery) and with my weight --200lbs gets to about 34 mph.

EBike - really much more an EMotorcycle than an EBicycle.

[KFhunter]

I'm not going to disparage ebike users, I understand the pros and cons. 

I just worry about reducing ORV access for gas vehicles

[Ridgeratt]

What did I hear about a EV charger at Deer Creek summit campground on the trailhead?