Originally Posted by
Happy Feet
Awesome! Thank you for clearly stating the counter point to this argument. I could not have said it better myself.
In my world it's not about the bike, it's about the people who ride them. We each are free to make our choices.
The question is; if you are allowed to participate in threads that reflect your values, will you extend the same courtesy to others who wish to express theirs? Or will you feel the need to enter into their discussions just to voice your opposition to their values? You can see the slippery slope this is leading towards...
Lots of people in 'Touring' talk about 'tours' they've done that I don't agree are 'tours' even if they've been on bicycles. I don't start haranguing them, I just ignore them.
Just to remind people I'm on record in this thread as being in favour of allowing Ebikers talk about their E-bike tours in 'Touring'.