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Originally Posted by #22
The sign heading into the Fishcreek pathways clearly states “No Motorized Vehicles”.
It does not say “No Gas Powered Vehicles”
Pretty clear to me the bylaw is already in place and covers anything with a motor, whether it be gasoline or electric. They just don’t enforce it
Maybe I’ll start riding my ZRX1100 on the pathways too
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That isn’t the rule. The Alberta parks rules are as follows
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Cycling/E-bikes
Cycling is permitted on public roads in parks, and on designated pathways and trails designated for cycling.
Pedal assist electric-powered bikes (e-bikes) are permitted in parks where cycling is permitted.
Select "MTB/Cycling" or “e-Bike” under summer activities in Find a Park to identify parks with cycling opportunities.
What is a pedal-assist e-bike?
Pedal-assist e-bikes are defined as non-throttled electric powered bicycles that provide up to 500 Watts of continuous max output. Electric assist must stop when either pedaling stops or 32 km/h is reached. This is sometimes referred to as a class 1 e-bike.
Class 1 e-bikes were approved for use on designated pathways and trails following a two-year pilot project (2019 to 2021) in Kananaskis Country.
What is NOT a pedal-assist e-bike?
Throttle or power-on demand bicycles
More than 500 watts of maximum output
Provides power at over 32 km/h
Other electric-powered devices such as e-scooters and skateboards
For the safety and enjoyment of all park visitors, follow a few common-sense rules of cycling etiquette to keep yourself and others safe. Visit Outdoor Safety for more information.
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E-bikes are allowed where ever bikes are based on the above definition
https://www.albertaparks.ca/albertap...ks/activities/
The throttle /no throttle thing is such a ridiculous distinction as using your pedals to trigger a sensor and using your fingers to trigger a sensor are the same thing.