RidingAgain Posted May 21, 2019 Share Posted May 21, 2019 (edited) ...a couple days ago. Wow! It's one thing to see new bikes in videos and online... But up close and personal... You can see these are seriously engineered machines. And the finishes... Gloss, matte... Even translucent. And speaking to one of the sales persons about the e-bikes... He said they are selling them by the dozens. Edited May 21, 2019 by RidingAgain Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RidingAgain Posted May 21, 2019 Author Share Posted May 21, 2019 I think these were the two that really stood out for me... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mack_turtle Posted May 21, 2019 Share Posted May 21, 2019 I avoid that store. It's like being a kid Ina candy store, but all the candy is really expensive! Fun to see all the new stuff though, and remember that I have a bike at home that is way cooler, because it's mine. Clarification on e-bikes: are they selling dozens of commuter e-bikes, or e-mtbs? I am all for e-bikes for transportation, but I don't see e-mtbs on the trails yet. If I do, I'll be sure to point and laugh. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AntonioGG Posted May 21, 2019 Share Posted May 21, 2019 My impression is that they're selling tons of commuter bikes. I went to the Guadalupe store for a shop ride and there were 12 people waiting to go on a hosted e-bike ride (rental Comos and Vados). Those are a lot cheaper than the e-MTB bikes. I'm thinking about one of those for myself. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockshins Posted May 21, 2019 Share Posted May 21, 2019 1 hour ago, mack_turtle said: I am all for e-bikes for transportation, but I don't see e-mtbs on the trails yet. If I do, I'll be sure to point and laugh. I saw one on the pumptrack at Walnut a while back, I was so confused and perplexed I had no words. Not sure if it was a rental or their bike because they left right after I got there, but they are on the trails. Walnut in itself is a strange choice, but the pumptrack? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cxagent Posted May 21, 2019 Share Posted May 21, 2019 e-mtb bikes are showing up everywhere. I don't think they are the biggest sellers, the commuter bikes are. But e-bikes of all sorts are showing up on various trails. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mack_turtle Posted May 21, 2019 Share Posted May 21, 2019 (edited) And... E-bike hate thread commences! This is my purpose in life, to make every conversation about e-mtbs and why they suck. Edited May 21, 2019 by mack_turtle 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockshins Posted May 21, 2019 Share Posted May 21, 2019 (edited) Death to e-bikes! Seriously though there is a place for them. I haven't ridden one, but I think they could be a lot of fun. Can imagine passing some roadies on a hill climb would be great. Hans Rey likes them so there's that. RA, those are some sweet looking rides, wish I could afford a Yeti, so pretty! Edited May 21, 2019 by rockshins 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoneyBadger Posted May 21, 2019 Share Posted May 21, 2019 I was stopped at Swag Rock on Deception when up rolled a guy on an e-mtb. He was very proud of himself because it was the first time he had finished the 1st half of Deception (1/4 Notch) without having to stop 😂 Really, did you really finish it, or did you get a little help? He was a young guy and seemingly able-bodied. I could see no reason for him to be on an e-bike other than he wasn't fit enough to complete a 20-minute ride. I guess he won't ever be fit enough if he keeps riding that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fontarin Posted May 21, 2019 Share Posted May 21, 2019 I don't mind e-bikes but wouldn't want it to be my only bike for sure. Rather just when I want an easy day but still do a MTB ride on technical trail. I see them more having a place for those who have been injured and still want to ride with their friends/significant others. Can't train because of some issue like foot, knee, or back but still want to ride with friends and not slow them down? That's kind of where I see e-bikes being best. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fontarin Posted May 21, 2019 Share Posted May 21, 2019 But yeah, plenty of nice bikes at BSS! I was in there renting a road bike and was drawn to looking at the new MTBs even though I'm perfectly happy with the ones I have! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AntonioGG Posted May 21, 2019 Share Posted May 21, 2019 1 hour ago, fontarin said: But yeah, plenty of nice bikes at BSS! I was in there renting a road bike and was drawn to looking at the new MTBs even though I'm perfectly happy with the ones I have! From your bikes to you fontarin: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
throet Posted May 22, 2019 Share Posted May 22, 2019 9 hours ago, RidingAgain said: I think these were the two that really stood out for me... Which one did you end up with? Seriously I've bought 2 of my 4 bikes from BSS on clearance, both Trek Remedy models. BSS is the bomb for impulse buyers like myself! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RidingAgain Posted May 22, 2019 Author Share Posted May 22, 2019 (edited) 1 hour ago, throet said: Which one did you end up with? Seriously I've bought 2 of my 4 bikes from BSS on clearance, both Trek Remedy models. BSS is the bomb for impulse buyers like myself! None... I don't have the financial ability to spend that kind of money. But they sure looked worth it. On another note... ATXZJ... Is it just normal for you to laugh at someone who, though appreciating the product, can't afford to buy a mountain bike for thousands of dollars? Edited May 22, 2019 by RidingAgain Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ATXZJ Posted May 22, 2019 Share Posted May 22, 2019 (edited) 2 hours ago, RidingAgain said: ATXZJ... Is it just normal for you to laugh at someone who, though appreciating the product, can't afford to buy a mountain bike for thousands of dollars? I laugh at things I find funny. Edited May 22, 2019 by ATXZJ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheX Posted May 22, 2019 Share Posted May 22, 2019 Be careful, you might make him delete this thread like he did the one about the boxes. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mack_turtle Posted May 22, 2019 Share Posted May 22, 2019 (edited) This becomes a RA self martyrdom thread, complete with an English lesson about the origins of various words, in 3... 2... 1... (I should have just waited for the inevitable rather than call it so early.) Edited May 22, 2019 by mack_turtle 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bart Posted May 22, 2019 Share Posted May 22, 2019 I gotta say those ebikes are a blast to zip around town in the bike lanes. my Honda Ruckus is jealous AF it doesn't get used as much for bar hop day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JRA Posted May 22, 2019 Share Posted May 22, 2019 "So I took a walk through bss" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JRA Posted May 22, 2019 Share Posted May 22, 2019 I heard they're going to start selling one wheels. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shinerider Posted May 22, 2019 Share Posted May 22, 2019 Funny - we saw an ebike at Spider mtn. Thought that was strange since you don't have to pedal down! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
notyal Posted May 22, 2019 Share Posted May 22, 2019 I'm going to BSS today just to pick up a friend who's renting a bike, not to buy anything. We'll see how that goes. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
throet Posted May 22, 2019 Share Posted May 22, 2019 12 hours ago, RidingAgain said: None... I don't have the financial ability to spend that kind of money. But they sure looked worth it. Can't speak for the Yeti, but Trek does seem to have remained somewhat competitive on their pricing. That one looks like the 2019 Remedy, which in the 9.8 model comes with carbon frame / rims and a decent spec for $5500. Wait for it to go on closeout, and you get that same bike for $4500. I got my 2018 for $4K but would have gladly spent the extra $500 for carbon rims if I had that option. Already spent $200 replacing an alloy rim and having the wheel rebuilt. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RidingAgain Posted May 22, 2019 Author Share Posted May 22, 2019 11 hours ago, ATXZJ said: I laugh at things I find funny. It would seem so. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RidingAgain Posted May 22, 2019 Author Share Posted May 22, 2019 (edited) 5 hours ago, TheX said: Be careful, you might make him delete this thread like he did the one about the boxes. And here again we have Mr. 'ol man ignore... Welll... Not ignoring. And BTW... I didn't delete the thread on boxes. Edited May 22, 2019 by RidingAgain Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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