I did it...I Bought an E-Bike
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- I bought an e-bike...and here's why
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Im cracking up because this is how I am before I buy any bike. Needless scrolling on the sites looking at the same pictures over and over again lol.
Same here!! You should see the number of pages I have saved on my browser!
Take both bikes to the mountains......yeah, that wont last long. You'll love the eMTB and it will be your only bike on most trips.
You hit the nail on the head when you said you’re not bias against e-bikes, almost none of us are…but…people with e-bikes will immediately label anyone that suggests it might be slightly easier to ride an e-bike a hater. I’m 57 and have no need for an e-bike, but I’m sure at some point I will, until then me and my 61 year old wife will keep chugging along enjoying every mile.
😊! I am a former dirt biker who got into mtb post recovery from a bad accident. Now years later at 67 I find my ebike allows me to continue riding areas for longer with less fatigue so I am able to function productively the rest of the day. And I find it combines the best elements of dirt biking and mountain biking (when I want it to) and gives me great joy. I typically ride at 30% power output. You will find enjoyment in ways you never even envisioned once you get multiple rides under your belt. Congratulations and enjoy!
P.S. careful with the speed, that only reinforces the negative attitudes towards e-bikes by other riders.
I too am a former dirt biker/desert racer. I've ridden regular MTB since I was 27, I turn 65 in December. I bought a Heckler 9 and I love it. I am prepping my Bronson to sell as I no longer ride it. I am lucky I live in Phoenix and can ride emtb trails out of my garage. I live next to South Mountain. As I got older, despite staying in shape, I could not climb like I used to, and pushing my heart rate way above my age-dictated limit was uncomfortable and not prudent. Now I can ride, in most cases, as I have throughout my MTB life. Trial etiquette is even more important with an emtb and we must be conscious of that while on the trail to keep the trails available to us.
You can come up with all the justifications, excuses, and concepts you desire. You're toast. It's even better than you think.
WELL SAID!!
We've lost him to the Dark Side. He's no longer Clint. Now he is Darth Rider.
😂🤣😅❤
Darth Gibbs
Nice motorcycle! Kidding.
I have been riding for 30 years. I got a full power emtb in 2022 and love it. I am still riding mtb 50% ish of the time. I still like the suffering to a point but I am 53 and dont have the recovery I used to. Now I ride same trails on emtb in zone 2 instead of zone 5.
No shame Cint, enjoy it. My emtb is the most fun I have ever had on two wheels going all the way back to my bmx days. I do xc to enduro shuttle lap runs on it. It also super handy on hot days where I can ride when it is 90 degrees and not get heat stroke!
Don't kid yourself. You're going to ride your ebike far more often than you think you will, and then you're going to feel a little shame and embarrassment about it. Trust me. I know. 🤣
Clint - great video. Good news - you won't need power meter pedals on the Turbo Levo. Just pair your head unit to the bike, and there is a built in power meter that will record the level of human power that you're putting in to the bike.
Nice! Didn’t know that. Thank you.
@mikehatam is aboslutly correct. @@ClintGibbs just pair the bike to your Garmin and your own power input will be registered. You also get battery in % and other difference info from the bike.... good luck!
I was going to do the same thing.👍🏼
Its the best way to ride as a group. For instnace, my wife will ride in a higher mode and I will ride in a lower mode, but we will ride together. We can't do that on non e-mtbs. Oh, and its the best way to visi a town on vacation, whether on a street, a trail, up or down, you will see more and you will see things you would not see otherwise!
Welcome to the fun side!
Sure, motorcycles are fun.
Ah yes, our bellys get bigger, our arses wider, and our ability to rationalize more adept. Progression of the species. Bravo!👍
Yo...man....no explanation needed...no need to justify it. They are super awesome fun machines...enjoy, have fun.
Exactly. The time will come when people stop feeling the need to justify owning an emtb.
I was thinking the same thing lol how about just buying an eMTB cuz they are super fun and allow you to get laps on laps. Its a whole different type of stoke!
one of the best purchase I haver every made. Former dirt bike rider and motocross racer, in my teens. for nearly 5 decades I have been riding motorcycles on the street, adventure tour and track days. got back into bicycling last year with a gravel/road bike and 2 months ago a eMTB. Never has 20 mph been so much fun, learning to ride in the dirt again has been a step learning curve and a blast. The ability to travel further, climb faster allows me to enjoy more downhill and see more territory while getting a level 2 or more workout.
Ebikes make everything about life better. You can still go for a ride even if you are tired. When coming out of winter and you are out of shape you can ride far enough and long enough to get a good workout as opposed to tiring out and bailing after a short ride. Owning an ebike has allowed me to get in better shape than I have been in years. I can go so much farther and faster on my regular bike because of riding my ebike.
As a fit rider, your decision points are identical to mine as It opens up a world of possibilities for recovery/base rides and the enjoyment of downhill days. (My friends said my analog riding endurance has greatly improved). At the end of the of the day, it opens up a different type of riding which dedicated mtb riders need - it increases riding choices particularly when you have one which is part of a fleet. IT IS THE RIGHT THING TO DO AND CONGRATS!
I can tell you right now that bike absolutely rips and is the most fun bike I've ever owned. Ditch the fork and codes and the bike is perfect.
What fork and what brakes do you put on this bike??
@@drewyager4020 zeb ultimate with smashpot and XT brakes, but it's all personal preference as you know
@@datractor yes. Absolutely. I do love my comp carbon. As components wear it’s nice to know the upgrades available. Thanks
After years of road riding, 2 partial knee replacements, I got a full power Levo in 2020 and then added a mid-power Trek Fuel EXe carbon and I've never had this much fun on a bicycle since I was 10 years old. I'm now 63. I think you will find yourself riding your eMTB more than you think - it's too much fun. I only hope that eMTB's are allowed in more areas - there's no documented study indicating that eMTB riders do any more damage to the trails.
I think you will realise how good a trail ride is on an e-bike for Fittnes Coming from xc I never thought this 2-3 years ago
I bought my comp carbon Levo around Christmas 2023 and haven’t looked back. They are so comfortable to ride. I think you’re going to love it!!!
Congrats! Dealers probably tell you that this is not an ebike but an e *mountain* bike. True, trail bike maybe looking at suspension specs. I have a similar emtb and for me it's an all-purpose machine. Bennett Gap, Imogene Pass, FL touring, local commutes, A1A lite racing all done with just suspension and tire pressure adjustments😁
It’s sad that people look at you like that is your only bike when you’re riding it. I mix it up between my e-bike and my analogs and they both have their place. Sorry to tell you that you’re going to love that e-bike! Enjoy.
What’s sad is that we care so much what other people think. Almost as sad is that we spend so much time assuming we know what complete strangers think. Ride what you want.
i love analog bikes, but the smile never leaves my face on my ebike.
they are definitely here to stay.
Congratulations on your purchase! Good luck riding it only once a week... 😄
Looking forward to your power metre test. I've had my E for 4 years now a d now at 70 it helps me good at pushing hard and recovering faster. For me it's more smiles per miles.
Congrats Clint. You have the right mindset. Pretty much same reasons I got an emtb.
This year’s trip in PA on my Ibis Oso- limited time to ride and in 1 hr 15 mins got in 1900 ft of vert and, more importantly, descending. Last year on my analog- half that. Mind you we’re talking 95 degrees and a lot of humidity. So the descending was also better and safer because I was not exhausted. And the entire ride was way more fun.
And you also have the right mindset on the flats. People underestimate just how much fun you have ripping an EMTB on flat or cross country style trails and how much this will help your skill level doing downhill also.
And yeah, the extra weight of the motor down low couple with a good linkage and tuned. Suspension is amazing on the Downs. Took my Oso along with my Bronson to snowshoe about a month ago and absolutely love the field of the Oso the steep gnarly letter trails and high-speed chunder.
What idiot e bike haters don’t understand about pedal assist electric mountain bikes is that you get out of them whatever you put in. Which, of course is whatever you want. You can make the ride as hard or as easy and lazy as you want. You will probably find yourself attacking crazy uphills . I am actually riding some trails with mine.
Getting older broke you Clint. There's no shame in getting an e-bike. I've been riding bikes for 40 years and I purchased an e-bike 3 years ago. I use it for recovery rides and sometimes just to move around the city more quickly. By the way, if you don't get an Acadamy award for your performance at the beginning of the video, there's no justice in this world!
Plenty of young people on e-bikes. It ain’t just an age thing. I see more e-bikes in the mountains these days for self-shuttling and most of them look under 40.
No, there is shame. It’s not a bicycle.
Congratulations! I've been on the dark side for over two years, no regrets. Ideally, it's better to have both bikes. They complement each other. I like the concept of a motor with no resistance and if you take out the battery, you can ride it like a regular enduro bike with a slight advantage, and I do that sometimes. After a long ride on an electric bike, you want to push the pedals like on a regular bike). But an electric bike is definitely more fun, you don't have to die to deserve a descent)
He said he's not going to ride his bike that often... sure we'll see about that 😂😂
No justification needed. Next spring, just head to your local mall, ride the escalator a few times and whammo, you're ready to tackle any climb on the E-Bike. 🤣
Love my ebike. Its a rear hub fat bike, got it for the 10+feet of snow we get and for commuting/running errands. I have epilepsy and a fractured back, doing those things without a motor is painful. My provincial disability bought me the bike to get around instead of some scooter, I couldnt live with a scooter. I can ride 5 hours after having a seizure its great. I’ll take my 2 regular mountain bikes out almost every day, but on days I need help that ebike is awesome.
You're going to love it guaranteed!!! Enjoy
I finally bought a Trek Fuel EXe a month ago and it's it's been an amazing experience. Not only is it saving my knees in really long rides, but also improved my cardiac fitness. I'm in Eco mode for my workout, and Turbo for recovery days. It's also nice to be home without within a decent time and not be so exhausted to do other activities. It's motivated me to ride more often and reinvigorated my love for MTB. Definitely one of the best things I've ever bought 👍
A pro roadie was lent an ebike. He had a blast using same effort going on climbs over 40kph even 60kph. An ebike for anateurs give uou options. A e mtb would be great enabling fast road speeds if unlocked and crazy climbing ability on trails!
The Mastermind TCU can tell you in real time how much power you and the bike are putting out. (Built in power meter).
On the same display screen.
❤ My Levo (and my Stumpy)
100% reasons for owning e-bikes, I have had my e-bike 4 years now and love it for all the similar reasons that you have stated. I am now 59 and just the other day brought a normal pedal bike (Enduro) and still love pedaling. And at the age of 59 still ride normal bike more than the e-bike. Love your channel
I’ve been riding MTBs since 1985ish, I’m 59yrs this November. I just can’t ride like I used to, so I got a new 2024 Orbea Wild M-Team, best thing I’ve ever done. I can now continue to enjoy my hobby, I’m absolutely loving it. Nothing wrong with owning and riding e-bikes, I know some people are calling it cheating etc, everyone’s entitled to their opinion, I just don’t listen to that rubbish. I’m enjoying myself to much to even care. Enjoy it Clint.
Loved that intro skit, man! 👌 😂 I’m a fan of your channel and looking forward to the e-bike content
congratulations! I would not be riding today without my eMTB since I have a congenital heart problem.
It's a game changer. Enjoy the bike.
As for haters people can't differentiate between pedal assist and throttle only like the Surron which require no physical pedaling effort from the rider and should be considered electric motorcycles.
I'm laughing as I type this. Of course you don't need an ebike! Or even a regular bike for that matter. They all just happen to make our lives happier and healthier. I've got a few bikes in the stable right now and like my children, I love them all. Just be sure to use the correct Strava setting so you don't piss off the local KOM chasers. Cheers and enjoy.
I have an e-bike in my fleet. It’s awesome but I don’t ride it that often actually my biggest use for it is for my wife and my son can ride it and I can get a good workout. It’s also good for recovery rides. It’s like a motorcycle so of course it’s fun but I find myself riding my regular bikes way more often because I like to ride for exercise.
Oscar winning performance on that intro, Clint. Bravo!
Into production value is top notch.
Although everyone has a preference, I have the same bike but upgraded to a OneUp bar, Copperhead stem, Magura MT7 brakes, Fox Factory 38 fork, Fox Float X2 with a Cascade Component link, Hillbilly and Cannibal Tires, Sram transmission drivetrain. I have owned this bike since 2022 and it’s my “go to” bike on big climbing days.
Just how i felt. However at 60yrs and an ex XC Racer i decided to get a new EPIC 8 instead(Just incase i fancy the odd race still) and not regretting it. I still have some good years of fitness left so. Will put it off as long as possible.
I'm 67 and have a Trek Fuel EXE 9.7 and absolutely love it. I have the power set to 40 watts max and the way I look at it that 40 watts compensates somewhat for the heavier bike and allows me to ride a super capable bike. That's how I justified it to myself anyway. lol
The biggest benefit of riding an emtb for me was managing my heart rate. I feel like my base fitness has noticeably improved. Especially for the days that I ride my regular mtb.
Can’t wait to see more about your emtb journey, Clint!
E bikes are cool, I like to get one of those jackrabbit micro e-bikes. With that being said, e-mountain bikes should have their own trail networks and should not be allowed on trails designed around analog bikes.
It’s funny how everyone thinks it is easier. Downhill takes a lot out of you as well, even though you are not pedaling. my highest calorie burns have been on my trek rail. That motor may be your friend sometimes but I find very often I am trying to put down more power than the motor is putting out. It ends up being a weight. My times on flat terrain are generally faster on a regular bike because the motor holds me back. It’s such a great time and every motor has its own personality to learn,
Instead of doing the same trails I normally would I end up doing a level higher backwards, a.k.a. riding an uphill black diamond (technical climbing Will wear you out!) Unless you plan on doing the same trails you always do, just climbing fire roads, or riding pavement you are going to find more of a workout than you think😎🎉👍 The other cool thing with the eBike is after you push yourself to the limit you can chill out and let the motor take you back to the car instead of having to drag your butt back to the car feel like you are going to pass out😀
Reason #1 because they’re darn fun. That’s all.
Welcome to the club 😎
When I moved from Florida to Colorado, I basically had to get an e-bike just to do trails here. The hills are no joke but the decent is so fun. The main catch is the rules are all over the place - depends on jurisdiction - and can change as a trail crosses them. I’m just getting into mountain biking - and that’s even harder to do on an ebike legally. All Colorado State Parks allow them, some BLM lands do, and nearly all ski resorts do (downhill bike park in summer). My city is re-evaluating them for use in all city parks and open spaces - but that might take years to approve. Frisco Adventure Park is 2.5 hours away, so I can ride there too. Some trails in Fruita are next level fun.
I rode a demo Specialized e-bike for a few hours at a local trail, thought I would hate it, but ended up loving it. Too bad the one I want is $10,500.
Use the record ride function in the app. Very accurate, gives all kinds of metrics - watts (bike and you), cadence, elevation gain/loss etc
You don't necessarily need power meter cranks since the motor measures your power and displays it on the screen! Would be good to know if it reads any different from a power meter, though!
I spoke to you in the comments section, a while back now, & in so many words ! You thought it was cheating etc. & Not for you & I said give it a try, it's addictive & fun, you don't know until you try it !!! You can go further for longer, climb tech climbs that you won't be able to get up on an acoustic MTB & it puts a big smile on your face !
& Now Clint we see you are on board, you will never look back enjoy !!! I have the Specialized turbo levo 3rd gen & I have customised mine 38's Rockshox zebs, scram electric gears, One up 35mm riser bars ,Deity 35mm stem etc. mixed wheel size magic.
Good! No shame in getting an ebike. Other reasons to get one:
- Very fun Recovery Rides
-Improve the upper body strength
- Borrow it to your unfitted friends and enjoy a ride together
- great Trail Building support bike
- improve your ability to sustain higher cadence
- if you have the Mastermind display you have always the possibility to check your watt and motor watt and so make the proper training but with double the downhills in the same time..
-………
If you live in a flat area you aren’t probably in the best place for an eMTB but you will enjoy it for sure anyway !
I’ve owned that bike for 2 years.. downhill it’s a monster truck. It allows you climb things that are straight vertical.. best decision ever
I haven't bought one yet so I'm always interested to listen to what others have to say about why they bought an E-bike. I'm 73 and would like to ride a mtb like I used to. Looking forward to your experience riding an E-bike.
Not a big fan of the overall look of the frame but aside from that it is a great bike. Good choice!
I've resisted for a long time and now I have two ebikes along with my analog. An ebike makes my climbs actually fun and I can descend multiple times. It's just more fun 100% of the time instead of 50% of the time. If you like suffering, then maybe stick with your analog and stop complaining about others having fun. Sure you'll lose some fitness but I prioritize having fun and being able to access areas which I don't normally have due to range. Remember every time you ask yourself what's over there but don't want to spend the effort? Well with an ebike, you're exploring again, which is actually part of the fun.
Don’t care what anyone says, I’m 60 and love my e-bike. I just use it in trail or eco mode to feel like I’m 20 again
When I got my Turbo Levo SL I told myself, I’ll ride this 1 out of every 4 rides on my reg bike. Yeah, that didn’t last long 🤣
No need to justify, just have fun.
In about 2 months I wonder if he will still say 'I will ride it once a week or once every couple of weeks'. I bet he rides it more often.
I say an e-bike removes everything you hate about mountain biking, and makes everything you like even better.
Embrace owning an e-bike and don't be embarrassed.
Your reasoning for an e-bike is spot on. I think you will find you ride in FL mostly in eco mode because you will hit the speed limiter and turbo won’t allow you to go any faster- plus you will still want to get your heart rate up - just my guess. The biggest challenge will be federally managed lands not allowing them … yet. I spent a bunch of time in Colorado where there is a GREAT mix of outstanding county and state trail systems where they are allowed. I have not found that in the southeast yet. Look forward to hearing of your adventures.
This is a well done edit!! lol
I'd like to see a comparison between times posted on his normal mtb (descending, cornering, jumping downhill) then train using ebike for a month then ,do the same track and see if he's improved his times ,just a thought !
Congratulations. I have the Turbo Levo. I highly recommend putting the Axs Transmission drivetrain on it. Shifting under load with no worries makes for a better ebike ride. I also put on a Zeb fork to handle the weight of the bike. 220 front rotor is also helpful.
Third season on my Rocky Mountain Altitude Powerplay and it is a blast. I have almost 4500 miles on it. I go through tires, pads and chains a bit faster. I also ride a RM Instinct, a Santa Cruz Chameleon and a Gravel/Urban/Touring - old steel framed Jamis Coda. I ride the eMTB the most now. Use cases for me are - time limits, heat, wind and when I’m fatigued. It eliminates excuses. Enjoy the ride…
Listen to this guy trying to justify the ebike purchase. 😂 I have been thinking about doing the same. Looking forward to your comparison videos and seeing how you like the new bike. Bet you will find yourself on it more than you think.
at 72 my emtb will let me ride another 10 years, love it.
Good! Now use your influence to help us ride our e-bikes more places. Have fun!
Beware the dark side- “yoda”😂
Thanks!
I have the SL but I love my regular mtb but when it’s 90 degrees out I can still go into the woods and have a great ride. Or after a hard day, I can still go out next day…. Best decision I’ve made in a long time. Plus, I can go through very techy trails a bit easier.
I think the SL is way better than the full power. I had both. Sold the full power one. My SL weights 39lbs.
No Clint not you. 😃. I'm 55 and still pedaling with no assist but everywhere I ride in Pisgah,Dupont and Nantahala don't allow them. If they allowed them I would have one for those days my legs are sore
I rented one for my birthday last year. The shop said I was the only one to fully drain the battery. We had a blast.
I still haven’t pulled the trigger and bought one yet.
Hilarious intro! More laps and off day rides is why I got mine, no regrets. Still ride the trail bike WAY more.
This video had me smiling almost as much as that bike will have you smiling. Congrats! And FWIW, those of us that understand already know why and those that don’t won’t be persuaded. Yet.
“I got a really good deal” we all tell our wives that 🤣🤣🤣 your be riding it every day with a big smile on your face, trust me 👍
Great intro Clint! I have the exact same bike. You’ll love it.
Classic Clint Gibbs' comparisons! Can't wait.
You got the bike I got. Whoop
I have the same bike and use it to complement a stumpy Evo. You’ll love Kanuga on it. I also use it for trail work up in Boone at our local trails/ park.
Haha, prevarication an all before pulling the trigger on a new bike, were all the same. The price of that bike here in England is £7000 rrp, but £5500 on sale or about $5000 US dollars. My cycling mate has an electric MTB, amazing bit of kit. He has health issues like empysemia and COPD so at least he has an excuse.
My finger was hovvering on Add To Cart then i treated myself to a new chainring, chain, cassette and jockey wheels instead.
Please keep these videos coming. I showed my " sick" cycling mate this video and he cracked up laughing. Hes probably going to buy one of these to ape you.😂
When I was living in flatland and riding was my primary means of exercise, non-e cycling was the most enjoyable way of doing it while measuring my progress. I ran some but I did not ride Mtb much. Now I live in the mountains and run for exercise and all my cycling is on an eMtb. Up, down, all around and as you say - so much fun going fast. Of course you should be careful and considerate of others and maybe with e-assist there is more of a chance of mucking that up - but as you say - that is a people thing (e or no e)…
LOL this is great, I got my new to me YT Decoy in April and absolutely love it. It's hot AF in Long Island right now and it allows me to travel further, faster, session drops and jumps. Also great for my upstate rides and steep climbs. Great move, Clint!
Into was fantastic ❤ so freaking true 😂
I am so ready to buy one, but virtually no trails allow e-mtbs here in S AZ. Totally disappointed. Now in my mid 60s, some assist sure would be nice.
if you push yourself hard on the wknds, an ebike lets you ride during the week while you recover
That's a cop out man
Put some burly wheels and tires and transmission on that thing and you will be amazed!
I did that and an ext coil shock with cascade link and a vorsprung smashpot in the fork and it’s like rinding a cloud that pedals like no other.
Levo is the best Emtb around in my opinion!
I love having my regular Gravel hike, but I have an efat bike and I love it, mostly use it in the winter/snow but it makes getting to my local trail easier and my trail has a lot of steep hills so it makes climbing it on snow much easier.
I have the same model Levo. Great bike. All the reasons to have one are spot on.
I said the exact same thing... not going to ride my e-bike all the time... and well.... I ride it all the time except in bike parks :) My nomad was the best ever bike I purchased last year... and a back injury made the climbing so bad so hurtful that I had to buy an ebike if I wanted to continue riding... So well, now that my back is top shape... still using my Heckler SL all the time :) It's just that good.
You're gonna love it, great choice👌
Congrats! I've been thinking about it for a few years myself. I've rented the SL and the full power bikes at Kanuga. The regular turbo levo made the 500 foot climbs a blast while still needing to catch my breath once I got to the top. I was able to double the number of downhills compared to my regular bike!
The intro is exactly the scenario that I went through for my latest purchase. Only difference is that for me it was a gravel bike 😮
I'm trying to ride my regular bike too. Been 8mo and I'm still 95% E. It is cool riding more laps every ride...
Congrats Clint!! I just recently started riding an EBike and really enjoy it for communiting .. but the HT is fun also for climbing.