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Interesting article. As an over 70 mtb rider i personally can say it is not getting to the top of the mountain that is a problem. It's finding other folks who are willing to go as slow up hill as I do. In the other direction gravity still works! The german electric road bikes are becoming increasingly popular among the rental riders on Marthas Vineyard. I can see where some of those riders might develop an interest in a electric mtb bike, but the price is certainly going to limit the field. Permitted on the trails? I don't know, but they can't be any worse than the folks who disregard any rules or help with any maintenance on the trails I use in WH.

In reply to DinoSore

> WSJ article on electric assist mountain bikes

Well if Roy had one on Tuesday he may have been electrocuted. So maybe not such a good idea?

In reply to Dr.Bruce

> > WSJ article on electric assist mountain bikes > > Well if Roy had one on Tuesday he may have been electrocuted. So maybe not such a good idea?

LOL

In reply to Doug

This trend is not limited to mountain bikes. Check out these road bikes with lights, electronic shifting, disc brakes, and battery power-assist technology:

WSJ article on bicycles with auto-like features

I like the look of that Stromer ST2. And it costs less than DAG's bike!

In reply to CrossBikeRedPants

> This trend is not limited to mountain bikes. Check out these road bikes with lights, electronic shifting, disc brakes, and battery power-assist technology: > > WSJ article on bicycles with auto-like features > > I like the look of that Stromer ST2. And it costs less than DAG's bike!

Do i hear a new bike in your future