Originally Posted by
mcours2006
but i wonder how many would opt to riding into a 30mph wind under his own power when he has e-assist at his disposal. i couldn't resist hitting the 'button' or however the assist is actuated.
That is a different problem, the point is, one can still get as much exercise as one wants, but just get there faster. You only get a measured amount of assist, usually 4 levels, you get to decide how much assist... That's why I differentiate between E-Bikes and E-Assist, big difference.