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Love this idea! I've long thought that E-bikes are a gateway-drug to normal bikes and better health. Years ago I had a bad knee injury and for a while I didn't
by xorvoid 3y ago
Love this idea! I've long thought that E-bikes are a gateway-drug to normal bikes and better health.
Years ago I had a bad knee injury and for a while I didn't have the range of motion to peddle a normal bike. So I bought an E-bike with a throttle (it's basically a motorcycle in every way except the regulation). But, when I was able to ride a regular road bike again, I opted for it instead.
Later, my mother in her 60s came to visit and we went on a 25 mile ride. She LOVED it. I gave it to her and she took it home. My dad liked it so much that he bought one too and now they go out on long 40 mile E-bike rides.
They love it. I joke that I saved their marriage. I'm not sure it's really a joke. They wouldn't be able to get out and get this much enjoyment on regular bikes.
E-bikes are accessible to nearly everyone. It's a fabulous way to cut down on our obsession in the USA!