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  1. Mountain Biking Rules & Etiquette | REI Expert Advice - REI Co-op

    • This is arguably the most important piece of e- bike etiquette. Flouting rules put in place by governments or private landowners could lead to crackdowns on bicycle use—e-bikes and non-electric bikes alike… See more

    Know The Class of Your E-Mtb.

    There are currently three classes of e-bikes. Class 1 refers to pedal-assisted bikes that can travel at speeds of up to 20 miles per hour. When you stop pedaling a Class 1 bik… See more

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    Yield to everyone.

    On a non-electric bike, the etiquette is simple: Let both horses and hikers have the right of way; downhill riders yield to uphill riders (which we covered above). Here's the differen… See more

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    Watch Your Speed.

    When it comes to a tough climb, these e-bikes are certainly capable of blowing past anyone without a motor. "You can be easily two to three times faster on the uphills," Czuday sa… See more

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    Keep An Eye on Battery Life.

    Batteries drain. The last thing you want while e-biking is to run out of juice halfway through a long ride, especially if weather conditions or your fitness level might make it difficult o… See more

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  1. Yield Appropriately: Do your utmost to let your fellow trail users know you’re coming — a friendly greeting or bell ring are good methods. Try to anticipate other trail users as you ride around corners. Bicyclists should yield to other non-motorized trail users, unless the trail is clearly signed for bike-only travel.
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