We have two e-riders in each of my group rides now, and the number of users appears to be growing, lots of shopping talk. But these are more seniors groups. e-Bike users tend to happy sweepers, not much showing off, and easily accepted. Every once an a while I hear a snarky comment on a bad hill, but that's someone feeling a bit insecure about their level of fitness. If I had a need I wouldn't hesitate to ride one, those pedal assist models are a simply a hoot to ride. They are smile generators.