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Originally Posted by Bill Bumface
But do they actually get out and ride because they have an e-bike when otherwise they would have stayed home?
That's what I think they're great for. Making bike trips happen that wouldn't have happened otherwise. Either because the rider is older, carrying an injury, or trying to get fit, or because the trip is far, and requires carrying heavy stuff around (kids).
I personally don't have one, because I already pedal around a decent amount and want to maximize the exercise I get from it and not deal with the cost/maintenance/theft considerations. When I'm an old fart, I'm sure I'll have one.
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Another thing that's awesome is you can commute to work and barely break a sweat using full assistance, but get your exercise on the way home with little to no assistance. That's what I do since I don't have a shower at work so don't want to get all sweaty on the way in. Plus, every day I take it is a day my car is off the road. Ebikes fricken rule.