Amped up or blowing a fuse – how do e-bikes make you feel?

These things certainly divide opinion!

Our view

Andrew Dodd, Features Editor For injured, disabled and older riders they’re a boon. I’m going to get my Dad on one and take him to some of my favourite places. Tom Marvin, bike tester E-bikes divide opinion, but they do open up group rides to slower riders. I’ve also met alpine guides who are planning to use them – they make long days spent guiding punters less of a strain, lessening the risk of injury. Steve Behr, photographer They’re great on shoots, when I often need to carry my camera bags for miles. But for normal riding I can’t help seeing them as cheating unless you need one because of health issues.

your view

Chris Day, via Facebook They’re an amazing invention. When I’m older and my spine, knees and hips give out, I won’t have to quit the sport – I can keep having fun instead.

Chris Smith, via Facebook

I’d buy one for the wife, then I wouldn’t have to put up with the, “how much further?” comments.

Mark Kidley, via Facebook

I’d rather earn my descents, thanks.

Richard Baker, via Facebook

I was over 17st and lost 2st in no time when I got riding. These things should be for specific trails only. Otherwise, it makes strenuous riding too easy. Considering the nation’s obesity problems, this is the last thing lazy folk need – another excuse to avoid exercise.

Wild Rides, via Facebook

How many naysayers have had their bike driven to the top of a trail on an uplift, or jumped on a gondola?