Coalition Suing Forest Service Over Sneaky Decision to Allow E-Bikes in Tahoe National Forest When the Trump Administration originally moved in August to allow e-bikes on Department of Interior lands, particularly national parks and Bureau of Land Management ground, it did not apply to national forests. However, the boundary is beginning to blur as the Tahoe National Forest has quietly moved to allow e-bikes on 130 miles of trails previously considered “non-motorized.” Related: Invasion […] Cycle CycleBrains | November 21, 2019 0 Comments
New Policy Allows E-Bikes On National Park System Trails National Park Service [NPS] has shaped new policy concerning electric bicycles, or E-bikes. Detailed in a Friday, August 30, announcement, new policy expands recreational opportunities and accessibility. Policy supports Secretary Order 3376, and Secretary’s Order 3366 to create a clear and consistent e-bike policy on all federal lands managed by U.S. Department of Interior as well as increase recreational opportunities […] Cycle Paulie | September 5, 2019 0 Comments
Invasion of the E-Bikes. Coming to a Trail Near You, Maybe. E-bikes are the fastest-growing segment in the cycling industry today. Some companies report that e-bikes account for up to 25% of their annual sales. That’s huge for a category that has only taken off in the past few years. The bike industry as a whole is struggling, but people want electric bikes. Out for a ride last week on National Forest […] Cycle Mike Lavery | July 19, 2019 14 Comments
Summit County, CO Proposing to Allow E-Bikes on Paved Public Trails E-bikes could be allowed to share the paths with other users in Summit County, CO this summer if a new proposal goes ahead. In what has been hotly debated for years as e-bikes have grown in popularity, electric bicycles are currently permitted on most Summit County routes that regular bicycles can go, except the 56-plus miles of paved trails included in […] CycleBrains | April 19, 2019 0 Comments
E-Bikes : The Future of Biking? Next time you’re doing an epic 30 mile high alpine ride and you get passed by someone who looks like they shouldn’t be there, you might want to take a closer look at his/her drivetrain. E-Bikes have penetrated their way into the mountain bike market, and they’re here to stay. It’s not quite like a motorcycle, but promises to make […] Cycle Guest Author | June 10, 2016 3 Comments
Forest Service Authorizes E-Bike Use on 113 Miles of Tahoe Trails | 45 Days for Public to Object Decision Subject to 45-Day Administrative Review Process. SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif., Sep. 27, 2024 – The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) has released the final Environmental Assessment (EA) and Draft Decision Notice (DN) for the Basin Wide Trails Analysis Project, which examined e-bike use and trail system access and connectivity on National Forest lands in the […] Cycle SnowBrains | September 30, 2024 0 Comments
Arc’teryx Launches World’s First A.I.-Powered e-Pants Costing $5,000 At SnowBrains, some links are affiliate links. If you click and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. This does not affect our editorial content or recommendations. Thank you for your support. Arc’teryx, the renowned outdoor gear company, has partnered with robotics startup Skip to develop MO/GO, the world’s first pair of A.I.-powered […] SnowBrains | August 2, 2024 0 Comments
Taos, NM, Bike Park Report: Spice Up Your Summer With a Visit to New Mexico Known for its gnarly terrain and rich ski history, Taos Ski Valley is nestled in the shadow of New Mexico’s tallest point: Wheeler Peak. With a past dating back to the 1950s, Taos has been a world-class ski destination for many. But it’s so much more than just a ski resort. Taos Ski Valley is a community centered around the […] Trip Report Aunika Skogen | July 29, 2024 0 Comments