Electric Bikes Are Great.. Or Are They? | The Pros & Cons Of eBikes

Electric Mountain Bikes are undeniably amazing pieces of kit, but do the cons outweigh the pros? Adam Walda shares what he thinks are the Pros and Cons of mountain biking.

⏱ Timestamps ⏱
00:00 - Intro
00:22 - Going Further
00:56 - Improving Cardio
01:33 - Riding More Often
02:14 - Riding Together
03:03 - Access To Tech
04:10 - The Cost
05:02 - Potentially Less Exercise
05:52 - Heavier Bikes
06:32 - Technical Issues

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[jimbo]

I'm 60 and have had ebikes for a few years now, and I like them more every day, the little boost in power keeps me motivated and helps me get up the big hills like I used too 😊😊

[scottamolinari]

One thing not mentioned I think is also a great advantage to eMTBs is the following. On the days where you don't feel that great, but you know you should get some exercise, getting over the hurdle of "get off your ass and out and riding" is much, much easier. And, if that one hill you could take in eco when you are feeling good just ain't happening because you aren't completely 100%, you can go up in power or go down in gears and still get up that hill. You are out and exercising, whereas with a normal MTB, you'd be sitting at home for sure, missing out on that one tour. I'm 57 and eMTBs have been my health savoir, because of this one and many other advantages. All the points made in the video I can also attest to. The only thing that is still an issue are the prices, but as also said in the video, as more and more bikes are produced, the prices will have to come down. I'm looking forward to that too!

If you are still on the fence about getting an eMTB, just do it. I will guarantee you won't be disappointed!

[briw]

I think ebikes are great. As A injured rider, the assistance I get from mine in invaluable

[islandaerial]

Pro = Change your life
Con = Drain your bank account
As all addictions will 😉

[stephendenagy]

As an older rider, this saved my life. Aided fitness, weight loss. Instead of moving along at 10 mph, I can get along at 16+. C on vers more ground, such a joy! And…if I bonk, or have some pain, I know I will get back home!

[MadLFC]

For me at 50 years old but not that out of shape, my emtb is for just enjoying a hard long ride without giving myself a heart attack in the process. I've got a new full sus Cube on the way and it's going to open new doors for me after several years using a hardtail emtb. Can't wait.
I still have my conventional mtb for leg and lung burning sessions but those runs tend to be for less aggressive terrain and exercise sessions.

[Charlie]

Best thing I’ve ever brought. Unlocked another style of riding and can now enjoy some uphill trails and still keep the speed if not faster when going downhill👍

[mikebirkett]

Great video. Just done 45 miles on my EMTB, met my biking buds on their analogue bikes. One tried to lift it (Cube Stereo, Actionteam), too heavy. Mate, when was the last time you lifted up your car and said 'too heavy'😮

[AHappyZeebra]

Just got a e-bike. Being able to do more laps at the parks with no shuttle or uplift this is a game changer. Don't really want to go back.

[MrCarrera]

Love mine. Done almost 1000 miles since April and recently upgraded to a new full sus Cube TM. As a 49 year old dad it helps me get out and get a load of excercise that otherwise I wouldn’t have done.
Upgrading is becoming a bit of an addiction though😂

[andrewriley]

Plugging a Vitus from CRC is a bit risky given their financial situation. Great price vs spec but caveat emptor!

[lozetchells]

Totally agree with both the point about freedom to explore and the socialising aspect. I went on a hill climb yesterday, crazy crazy steep, struggling not to wheelie over the back, heart rate pounding, panting away in eco. In front of me was my 9yo daughter on my spare bike, belting up the hill with her legs going 10 to the dozen, loving every minute and looking forward to the descent. Just not possible to get that experience on analog MTBs

[simonbowlzer]

You can’t beat getting out on your normal bike, much prefer it . And I own a kenevo, great fun no doubt, just two totally different sports imo. Oh the three tcu’s and second motor, don’t bode well now it’s out of warranty.!. I am also fitter now I’ve gone back to Normal bike 🤟. Swings n roundabouts 🤟

[brianorourke]

Great episode!!! I hope with the growth of e-bikes that more people try it.

[bradsanders]

The hatred, amongst the roadbike riders I ride with is huge. Mention e bikes and they act like I poked them with an electric prod. Most have never rode dirt, they have zero idea what goes on but boy do they have hate.

[JasonFoxLCB]

Got my eMTB in late June and have put 500 miles on it as of yesterday. I guarantee you that is much, much farther than I'd have managed on my acoustic. And when I go out, it's usually for a non-stop one hour ride with 1, 000 calories burned and an average heart rate of 145-160. No way my aging, diabetic, chicken legs ever pulled that off.

[simonbowlzer]

I will also add, try and ride both if you can. Best of both worlds

[border]

They are simply fun. I've got two.
Hopefully in 2 years I'll have the interest free paid off and the gearbox tech will be 2nd or 3rd gen.

[TheAngryHusky]

I’ve had 4 of them. A YT Decoy, a Trek Powerfly and now have 2 Levos. All of them are fun when they work but are ridiculously expensive to keep running due to drivetrain and motor issues. Mainly drivetrain problems.

[CurvedSlightly]

Looks like he's just been either, 1. Logging, b. making furniture.iii. playing banjo on a river chewing tobacco in the middle of Texas.