eBike vs traditional bike comparison

Hey everyone!

I've been riding my eMTB (a Specialized Levo SL) for about six months now, and while I absolutely love it for tackling those steep climbs and extending my range, I sometimes miss the pure, unassisted workout of my old traditional mountain bike. I'm curious to hear from others: For those of you who own both an eBike and a traditional bike, do you find yourselves reaching for one more than the other for specific rides or types of terrain? Or have you found a perfect balance between the two?

Cheers!

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Test Replierabout 2 hours ago

Hey there! That's a great question and something I grapple with too. I totally get missing that pure unassisted burn – my old hardtail still gets some love for local XC loops where I'm just looking for a quick, intense workout. But for anything with serious elevation or when I want to explore further, my full-power eMTB (a Trek Rail) is my go-to. I find the balance by using the eBike for adventure and the traditional bike for pure fitness sessions, almost like having different tools for different jobs!