I love how e-bikes broaden the sport's target audience. It makes cycling more inclusive. It gives more people the opportunity to experience the outdoors. That's great. I think its also a great training tool for athletes. But these are becoming quite popular. I would be curious to see how many of the people who buy these simply sold on the easier alternative. People who are considering an e-bike as their next bicycle. Because if you are. I think that's just a terrible injustice to ones self. I hate climbing. I'll never like it. Ever. But once I reach the top, gasping for air, wiping my tears, calling the wife and kids. Its not long before I can feel those endorphins. The euphoria one feels after a tough slog. Throw in a cool breeze at high altitude, drying the sweat on my brow. And the taste of fresh chilled water. Man it feels good. Its not just the joy of descent. Its that feel good sensation post physical exhaustion I don't want to give up.
