I agree with the comments that have been offered by many others. As we all age, an e-bike for trail use should provide me (and other members of our community) the opportunity to access and the lands that the MMWD holds in trust for all of us. The points that opponents have made to e-bike access apply to persons who speed or use trails that are are not authorized for biking at all. Those issues should be addressed through enforcement of the speed and bike access rules. There is no reasonable basis for the MMWD to find that trails that are suitable for traditional "acoustic" mountain bikes are not suitable for Class One e-bike. It would be unfair and arbitrary to discriminate against users of e-bikes. E-bikes are a new technology that allows a broader demographic of persons to enjoy the MMWD public space. Thank you.
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Adam Posard
5 years ago
I support the proposed trial period
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Blair Burke
5 years ago
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I’m 63 years old with a knee replacement. I’ve got an electric bike. I’m respectful while riding. I ride more slowly than many non electric mountain bike riders. My bike allows me to enjoy the hills in fairfax where I’ve lived for 28 years.
Please allow electric bikes on fire roads and trails. It’s simple to create rules of the road that discourage potential abuse of this privilege. It simply requires smart thoughtful words that help to create a safe respectful culture of recreation in one of the most beautiful places on the planet.
These rules should apply to both electrified and non-electrified bikes alike.
I’d be happy to be a part of the conversation as it applies to this matter. Or not. You’ve got my email. Let me know how and if I can help.
Good luck !
Blair
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Lawrence Steiner
5 years ago
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I am 75 and been riding the trails of the watershed for 15 years. I can no longer ride without my pedal assist bike. I am a careful rider and obey all the rules. Please do not outlaw pedal assist bikes in the watershed.
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Sagar Wanaselja
5 years ago
This affects me personally
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Dan Mchugh
5 years ago
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100% support pedal assisted e-bike access to Marin Parks and Open Space. As an avid, frequent and lifelong cycler, both road and mountain bike, I have experienced the wonders of our incredible county with responsible cyclists.
As a stage 4 cancer survivor who was unable to do my normal arduous mountain biking my Specialized Levo mountain bike within battery pedal assist was a literal life saver enabling me to get sufficient exercise as I underwent advanced cancer treatment. I would be a supporter of e bike access( no throttle) as it enables riders to enjoy without any detrimental impact to the environment or other riders, hikers, horse and dog lovers. Fully support!
Thank you
Dan Mchugh
San Geronimo
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mark sachs
6 years ago
I support an evaluation and education period. Ebikes can peacefully co-exist with other transportation option in the district.
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Paul Moe
6 years ago
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EBikes are here to stay. They are allowed in Our national Park, Marin county open space, the county of Marin and all of our local city municipalities. Please find a way to accommodate them.
Thank you
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Robert Widinski
6 years ago
We need inclusion for all, hikers, equestrians, bikes and e bikes, not exclusion, we all share the land in the best way we can get around, especially at my age of 76.
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Rodger Jacobsen
6 years ago
I'm 81 years old, I seem to need an assist of some kind, electric is the one available
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Larry Kushner
6 years ago
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I have ridden MTB's since the 70's other than a little help from my pedal assist there is no difference between the two and Class 1 E-MTB should be allowed wherever regular MTB's are allowed.
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Anonymous
6 years ago
No to age discrimination...every one has the right to enjoy nature n Mt biking ....we can so easily do both protect n enjoy nature as the same time
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Ned Adamson
6 years ago
I am currently a conventional MTB rider. Never had a conflict with Ebikes.
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Wencil Storek
6 years ago
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That hasn't been my experience at all. I ride conventional MTB throughout Marin and encounter E-bikes regularly. I see no difference between the two. Most Ebike riders have progressed from conventional bikes due to age or disability. We are all one community.
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Catherine Caldwell
6 years ago
Ebike riders should be required to take classes instructing them of riding etiquette and safety practices. Many have a tendency to be inexperienced riders and ride erratically or recklessly posing a hazard to other riders.
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tom ruth
6 years ago
I see electric mountain bikes the same as regular mountain bikes. Think they should be ok for trails and roads.
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Anonymous
6 years ago
EBikes should be allowed to go everywhere regular bikes go!
I agree with the comments that have been offered by many others. As we all age, an e-bike for trail use should provide me (and other members of our community) the opportunity to access and the lands that the MMWD holds in trust for all of us. The points that opponents have made to e-bike access apply to persons who speed or use trails that are are not authorized for biking at all. Those issues should be addressed through enforcement of the speed and bike access rules. There is no reasonable basis for the MMWD to find that trails that are suitable for traditional "acoustic" mountain bikes are not suitable for Class One e-bike. It would be unfair and arbitrary to discriminate against users of e-bikes. E-bikes are a new technology that allows a broader demographic of persons to enjoy the MMWD public space. Thank you.
I support the proposed trial period
I’m 63 years old with a knee replacement. I’ve got an electric bike. I’m respectful while riding. I ride more slowly than many non electric mountain bike riders. My bike allows me to enjoy the hills in fairfax where I’ve lived for 28 years. Please allow electric bikes on fire roads and trails. It’s simple to create rules of the road that discourage potential abuse of this privilege. It simply requires smart thoughtful words that help to create a safe respectful culture of recreation in one of the most beautiful places on the planet. These rules should apply to both electrified and non-electrified bikes alike. I’d be happy to be a part of the conversation as it applies to this matter. Or not. You’ve got my email. Let me know how and if I can help. Good luck ! Blair
I am 75 and been riding the trails of the watershed for 15 years. I can no longer ride without my pedal assist bike. I am a careful rider and obey all the rules. Please do not outlaw pedal assist bikes in the watershed.
This affects me personally
100% support pedal assisted e-bike access to Marin Parks and Open Space. As an avid, frequent and lifelong cycler, both road and mountain bike, I have experienced the wonders of our incredible county with responsible cyclists. As a stage 4 cancer survivor who was unable to do my normal arduous mountain biking my Specialized Levo mountain bike within battery pedal assist was a literal life saver enabling me to get sufficient exercise as I underwent advanced cancer treatment. I would be a supporter of e bike access( no throttle) as it enables riders to enjoy without any detrimental impact to the environment or other riders, hikers, horse and dog lovers. Fully support! Thank you Dan Mchugh San Geronimo
I support an evaluation and education period. Ebikes can peacefully co-exist with other transportation option in the district.
EBikes are here to stay. They are allowed in Our national Park, Marin county open space, the county of Marin and all of our local city municipalities. Please find a way to accommodate them. Thank you
We need inclusion for all, hikers, equestrians, bikes and e bikes, not exclusion, we all share the land in the best way we can get around, especially at my age of 76.
I'm 81 years old, I seem to need an assist of some kind, electric is the one available
I have ridden MTB's since the 70's other than a little help from my pedal assist there is no difference between the two and Class 1 E-MTB should be allowed wherever regular MTB's are allowed.
No to age discrimination...every one has the right to enjoy nature n Mt biking ....we can so easily do both protect n enjoy nature as the same time
I am currently a conventional MTB rider. Never had a conflict with Ebikes.
That hasn't been my experience at all. I ride conventional MTB throughout Marin and encounter E-bikes regularly. I see no difference between the two. Most Ebike riders have progressed from conventional bikes due to age or disability. We are all one community.
Ebike riders should be required to take classes instructing them of riding etiquette and safety practices. Many have a tendency to be inexperienced riders and ride erratically or recklessly posing a hazard to other riders.
I see electric mountain bikes the same as regular mountain bikes. Think they should be ok for trails and roads.
EBikes should be allowed to go everywhere regular bikes go!
Happy to support.