I guess the electric bike is the result of our instant gratification culture. Someone want to ride their bike, they want to ride it fast but they are in terrible shape and are not willing to spend time training. They want it NOW. So they buy an electric bike.
@ metro2005: I am a lifelong bicycle commuter and have developed a chronic health issue. The only way I can continue to bike commute is with e-assist. So I do. It might be worth fact checking your preconceptions before publishing.


But hey, every motorist who switches to a bike in whatever form is one less car on the road.
Agree. I've retrofitted a Bionx system to my LHT so one less car.


I also think electric bikes are an extra challenge, especially uphill they are usually still slower due to lack of training and eventually you still have to pedal to get moving. The electric motor still only supports the rider.[/QUOTE]
Not so. I use a Bionx system pedal assist system that allows me to select an assist/boost mode. I bought it because I can choose an appropriate assist mode. There is also an e-boost mode. Whole system is governed for 20 mph.
Jon in Philadelphia, PA