It is incredibly fun.
Have you ever ridden a deep powder day?would 1000x rather be on a bike year round.
This is what's wrong with The Industry™
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My point is a light half inch dusting on cold ground is pretty rad to ride on any bike. But you get more than, like inches, and it's just a cluster-F trying to ride a skinny bike as you zig zag all over the place trying to go in in a general direction that matches the trail. In more than a few situations...you *can*...but you aren't riding like in the summer. In those situations, a fat bike rides a hell of a lot more like summer conditions.
Can you or @Gary explain to me why Emtb is more fun in Snow? I like eMTB's as a concept so this doesn't come from a position of hate but I assumed all where an EMTB makes sense is the extra assistance for more rounds on non lift assisted runs.
Riding in soft snow can be incredibly tiring when not packed down well. I assume the motor takes care of that part so the combo of low traction and high power can deliver the funzies.
Wot he said
Boosting through hub deep powder fairly effortlessly on flatter/undulating trails. Actually being able to climb at a decent speed without puking... Then descending on a super stable bike with power when you get bogged down in snow if you need it.
I also ride to work off road in snow/ice when my car is snowed in then cruise past queues of Jerry's in unsuitable (for the weather) cars once I reach the city.
I even reckon Fatbike would be fun if they had motors.
Ridden tons of Fatbike BTW. In snow, sand, mud and normal trails.. I just don't rate them as fun.
Aaah I thought I was missing something. For that sure. Also in agreement about e-fatbike. Would be funWot he said
Boosting through hub deep powder fairly effortlessly on flatter/undulating trails. Actually being able to climb at a decent speed without puking... Then descending on a super stable bike with power when you get bogged down in snow if you need it.
I also ride to work off road in snow/ice when my car is snowed in then cruise past queues of Jerry's in unsuitable (for the weather) cars once I reach the city.
I even reckon Fatbike would be fun if they had motors.
Ridden tons of Fatbike BTW. In snow, sand, mud and normal trails.. I just don't rate them as fun.
Well shit guys. Now you make me want to ride trails on the eeb in the snow. But skiing. It's a little tricky here in the freedom kingdom for ebikes. But I know of a spot....Hmmm...I'll post pics if/when I do.........Ski spots getting early snow and opening early so no promises....I'll keep you postedWot he said
Boosting through hub deep powder fairly effortlessly on flatter/undulating trails. Actually being able to climb at a decent speed without puking... Then descending on a super stable bike with power when you get bogged down in snow if you need it.
I also ride to work off road in snow/ice when my car is snowed in then cruise past queues of Jerry's in unsuitable (for the weather) cars once I reach the city.
I even reckon Fatbike would be fun if they had motors.
Ridden tons of Fatbike BTW. In snow, sand, mud and normal trails.. I just don't rate them as fun.
There are some people that use assist bikes in the snow here.
They hook up a few dogs on harnesses.
Hey, with solar panels and batteries added to them, it’s not so far-fetched!
That must be 20 years old now, I wonder how badly he's regretting some of his earlier decisions in life...
Douche bags on e-bikes. That's what's wrong.
They know they're going to be faster on climbs yet don't bother giving you a good headstart. Next thing you know, all you hear is the spaceship sound of their e-engine. You can just feel them pushing to get past you. You pull off the to side, wrecking your momentum, and they say "thanks, two more behind me". Then sure enough, another two old guys on their e-bikes roll past you.
They know they're going to be faster on climbs yet don't bother giving you a good headstart. Next thing you know, all you hear is the spaceship sound of their e-engine. You can just feel them pushing to get past you. You pull off the to side, wrecking your momentum, and they say "thanks, two more behind me". Then sure enough, another two old guys on their e-bikes roll past you.
That level of stupid rarely makes corrections.
Maybe it was the guy on MTBR that asked if he could hook up a Son dynamo hub to recharge the battery.
You also know they're quicker. So basically YOU get to chose when, if and how they are allowed to pass you so as not to ruin your "momentum"
Eebs have the power to boost past on rougher lower grip terrain off the main line. So let them do that. If they don't have the skill, speed or timing then simply ask them to wait until there's room for you to yeild to them without you losing any momentum .
Hard to believe anyone here would need this pointing out.
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If only it was that well reciprocated. Passing on descents is always so awkward because you're usually passing someone who is super out of their comfort zone. I'm always impressed by how seamlessly the pros can sneak past other riders on their helmet cams. I'm always super wary doing it.I usually do my very best to let the eBikers pass me as cleanly as possible on the uphill, cause I expect the same from them on the downhill 2 minutes later!
I love dogs but fuck I wish the trail dog thing would stop.
Must work for Scotties!
I’m guessing your trails aren’t as fragile. Full disclosure: I picked up a Rocky Powerplay, that I have yet to ride. But doing what you suggest here is AWFUL for our trails, and our relationship with the Forest Service. We DON’T WANT our trails any wider just because some shitbags have the capability to make them so. Keep single track single! Stay on the goddamn trail!
I saw one in a backpack with sunglasses on.Must work for Scotties!
And yet...
There's a difference between riding off the trail and leaning to the side and grabbing a tree while someone goes around.
Trail widening is a serious problem around Toronto and no one should be encouraged to participate in any of it.
Exactly.