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@johnbeedham30106 жыл бұрын
I'm 62 and have two e-mbs...a hardtail and a full sus...by the time I'm 80 I will have a whole stable ...e-mtbs have given me a new life!
@LeonAndino3 жыл бұрын
Can you ride motocross bikes? Eg: Jump them, etc?
@gingermattb6 жыл бұрын
Completely get this story - my Dad is abut to turn 70, got his ebike last autumn and has already done 1k miles! He rides at least every other day, a huge change given he was not doing much exercise at all before that point. He tells me he feels both physically fitter and mentally sharper too. All the ebike haters really do need to remember that they will get older one day...
@jamiemtb6 жыл бұрын
Love to see people enjoying riding and the 80 year old smiling.
@mrexiges16 жыл бұрын
Well done to your dad. Tell him from me that @ 78 I am close behind him. My Focus Jam 2 is the best thing I have done for years of riding iron !steam powered bikes..... I do far mor riding now than ever before and cant wait to go out again Havefun
@koukimonzta6 жыл бұрын
I wish my father is still alive I would surely buy him an ebike.
@Paulmac20116 жыл бұрын
My sentiment exactly.
@luisandrade32114 жыл бұрын
sorry for your lost
@TerryW537911 ай бұрын
I feel the same. I’m happy for the father’s and son’s that are having fun together
@jackadler59416 жыл бұрын
Your Dad is so great. I started MTB at 60 yrs old and I am hooked. Ride now 2-3 X a week. Hope to be riding at 80+. Look forward to more vids with your father.
@tarmacsurfers6 жыл бұрын
Do you know what mate...…..I am guilty of being in the "I don't like these" camps but having just seen you and your Dad spend 2 days on trails having a laugh, to be honest it has changed my opinion. My Dad is 78 and very much non mobile these days but I can see how these machines are going to get more people riding. Might have to get hold of a demo bike from somewhere. Great video.
@NirreFirre6 жыл бұрын
tarmacsurfers I think one can make a useful comparison with golf (yea, actually!) Having the handicap system allow all generations and a lot more with disabilities to enjoy and actually compete with one another. Puttning a motor and a controlling computer/mcu on a bike is not just making it a MC but something much more and inbetween those "camps". My mother is 65 and would love riding some trails with me and my sons, let's hope the prices to fall when the numbers go up!
@5492sparky6 жыл бұрын
Great job James. Your Dad is awesome!
@robertgivens65513 жыл бұрын
I am a few months short of my eighth birthday, and have been blessed with still having good health. Before the Covid virus put me into self-isolation I was out riding the local trails most days no problems at all. However, I have been riding the Southern England trails for many years. One lesson I have learnt since I have aged is that when I fall off I don’t bounce nowadays. I tend to just lay there whimpering..LOL
@charleswilliamson856 ай бұрын
Thank you for this! I’m 71 and I have been riding road bikes and mountain bikes for decades, but as I got older I became less able to enjoy it like I used to. I got an electric road bike 4 years ago when I retired, then last year I retrofitted a motor to my Trek Marlin to see if that might help to get me back on the trails. It did! I’m enjoying my old trails now and I’m awaiting delivery of a new Canyon Spectral On. Life is good, thanks to the miracle of electricity!
@lindagilbert85872 жыл бұрын
Loved this, at 73, I found this helpful and encouraging, thank you
@dropclutch16 жыл бұрын
Bless your Dad. We should all keep the link to this video saved to respond to the haters in the forums. I have never rode an e-bike and hope I don't have to for a long time, but this is a perfect example of how modern technology can improve the lives of those who need it. Much love to all who enjoy mountain biking and the outdoors however they are able to access it.
@ArthurDentZaphodBeeb6 жыл бұрын
So awesome to see your dad out there smashing it. Gonna see if I can do the same for my 83 yr old father.
@black-johnwickii65214 жыл бұрын
My grandad is 81 and he enjoys wizzing about on his ebike and they are amazing because someone his age doesn't have the capacity to ride far and build speed and it really helps when he needs it and they can clock in at great speeds too.they are a bit pricey but seeing this video and from personal experience id highly recommend it.great to see the elderly having fun biking like they would in their youth😃
@stuartdummkoph1286 жыл бұрын
A lovely story. I ride with a 75 year old and we have great fun. Having said that, I don't really subscribe to the idea that ebikes are only for old or disabled people. I'm neither of those things and love my Kenevo. I bought it because I love riding steep downhill single track but there are no shuttles on my trails. The ebike means I can hit those trails all day long. So much fricken fun.
@Paulmac20116 жыл бұрын
Add me to that list too. I have a top of the range carbon Enduro bike, that I was always pretty quick on, but I made the mistake of riding a Levo expert and now the Enduro sits gathering dust. It's all about the fun factor for me and the ebike is more fun, plain and simple!
@CuyMasterGaming6 жыл бұрын
I love this! Should consider an ebike for my grandpa. Your dad's a superhero!
@1buckola2 жыл бұрын
Your Dad's an inspiration. I'm 71 and just purchased 2 new Ebikes for the Missus and I
@bobfredericks65456 жыл бұрын
Great video. Glad your dad now can continue mountain biking at 80. I am 65 and considering buying a e mtn bike so I can continue to mtn biking like your dad. The e mtn bike haters need to watch this video. Thank You and congrats to your dad.
@malachicashmore71156 жыл бұрын
"Most fun i've had with my cloths on in years" 😂😂😂
@Skyshotsg6 жыл бұрын
Before watching this video, I've been wondering how many more years I can enjoy my favorite thing in the world, MTB. This video just blows me away. I'm 45 and I still have many more years ahead. Great job producing this video.
@TerryW537911 ай бұрын
What a great video! It was so much fun to see your Dad smiling after he started riding and at that moment his age meant nothing. At 67 I tell everyone that I’m not old enough for a e-bike, but now I look forward to someday having my own. My wish is that the two of you continue riding together for as long as possible! Enjoy!!
@kamilsliwa47586 жыл бұрын
It's never too late. Oh boy, you dad looked so happy man :D Good for both of you.
@tmorbo33356 жыл бұрын
Awesome video really encouraging to see your father at that age riding and enjoying himself.
@kona68126 жыл бұрын
Dear James, I'm little bit jealous. I would have loving doing that with my Dad, an passion cyclist, in his last year while fighting cancer. So best greetings to your Dad "Keep on shredding!" (Get that pee out of my eyes!)
@rwmagnus6 жыл бұрын
Just awesome how happy you both must be to enjoy the trails together. Screw any controversy bikes have there place and yours just proved it. 80 years old and mountain biking just awesome. Enjoy your dads company!
@captainchipowen5184 Жыл бұрын
More power to your dad! I purchased a Giant Trance Advanced X +0 @ 6 months ago. At my age, the up hills were just too much for me. Now, at age 75, I went from 86th best time on my local 5 mile long trails; to top 10 for the year in 4 sections! I used to have to stop and rest 1/2 way through the trail, and now just using the 3rd of 5 assist modes, I rocket through 2 consecutive laps and feel like superman!
@LG-mj5ns6 жыл бұрын
Awesome job by your dad. It's kinda reassuring knowing that we can enjoy this sport for many years because of ebikes. You gotta take your dad to whistler now!
@boggybigpants94625 жыл бұрын
Brilliant mate ...my dads 88 and still loves a ride out on his old mtb ....on the flat these days .....he would love a go on an e- bike ,god bless him
@pink435606 жыл бұрын
I’m 41, give me another couple of years an e bike could be fun addition :) Looked like great fun to head out with your Dad!
@EIixir2 жыл бұрын
My dad would have loved this, inspirational.
@TGKHONGLAH6 жыл бұрын
True inspiration. At 80, we usually think that most people are restricted to a walking aid. Your dad is awesome.
@isaidgooddaysir25856 жыл бұрын
Such a refreshing video. A fantastic watch! Top work!
@TheBikeRoom6 жыл бұрын
Well done to your father and to a great video James. My wife has remitting relapsing MS and although she can ride a normal bike, Verderers Trail was a little bit too much for her recentlyand we had to take the shortcut back to the Centre. After watching this would be rude not to get her an e-bike.
@johnbeedham30106 жыл бұрын
I am 62 and have a great mate diagnosed with MS 10 years ago. I convinced him to buy an e-mtb about a year ago and now we ride together at least weekly....when I say convinced ...it took one ride on my e-mtb. We first rode together over 40 years ago!
@nigelstokes483511 ай бұрын
Hi nice video 62 years old had lapierre spicy for 3 mouths just changed to a lapierre ezesty best move easy to ride and brings a big 😊 to ur face well done to ur dad big smile on his face cheers nigel
@33yerfdog6 жыл бұрын
Great to see, ebikes definitely have their place in the MTB world, giving everyone the chance to share the experience
@scottywentzky5 жыл бұрын
What a cool video! James, it was so neat to see your Dad get excited about riding and realizing that it is something he can keep doing. Screw the e-bike controversy of whether or not they should be allowed on trails...for older folks or folks with disabilities, e-bikes are a way for them to experience the same love of the sport that we all have.
@airclyde26 жыл бұрын
Love it! To see the joy that your dad had riding again is epic. Fantastic video. I hope I'm still riding at 80.
@raffylopez3466 жыл бұрын
Awesome.....God bless you and your dad
@Roaming506 жыл бұрын
Awesome! I hope to be like your dad in 32 years..
@giulianotesta18476 жыл бұрын
Dude your father's the boss! I'd put my signature now to look like him at 80!
@sillybilly80286 жыл бұрын
Wonderful video! I hope we embrace ebikes in America soon. This is my best hope to be able to continue mountain biking as i age. I am almost 53 years old now and still hit the trails....but i realize my body is weakening and my time to ride is growing short. E bikes will give me many more years of pedaling. Please allow them on the trails!
@GeorgeAlexa Жыл бұрын
This video aired four years ago. I hope your Dad is still riding. It would make him 84 years old! I ride, and next year I'll be 80 years old.
@AlainCarAudioManiac4 жыл бұрын
I'm so glad to see this. Just bought an emtb for my 70+ father, he's never (seriously) pedaled before but I have a feeling he'll love it! Some priceless father&son time
@athollmcnicoll1028 Жыл бұрын
To me that is the most honest review I have watched on both sides of the pond (Atlantic Ocean) as in my case due to poor eyesight DVLA refused to let me drive my car and I miss getting out and about so need wheels and either a Hybrid or a Mountain E-bike would suit me down to the ground (no pun intended). Plus I am a photographer so getting out and about is a must for me. Thank your Dad for showing us oldies, anything is possible if we want it badly enough.
@creekhed6976 жыл бұрын
I'm 50 and want one bad....and I'd want one if I was 20 too! I'm actually in better shape than most 20 year olds....I weight train hard and walk/hike about 30 miles a week. I also have a Stumpjumper and live in Denver, riding some of the best trails in the USA (Buffalo Creek, Little Shaggy trails in Colorado for instance), among other things ;). My point being, E-MTB bikes ROCK and are an absolute BLAST to ride. The ONLY thing keeping me from one right now is cost...I can't see spending $5k on an acoustic mtb, let alone $6-10 for a high end E-mtb. Folks that have a problem with e-bikes should live and let live!!!! AND... try one before you condemn them... jheez! I can say one thing with certainty: If I were NOT into them, I sure as hell wouldn't condemn them or criticize them the way come people do. People actually get UPSET and angry about ....AWESOME Bikes,? Seriously? saying they're just mopeds and motorcycles, and they have no place on mtb trails. WHAAAATTTTT???? Why not? (And we're talking about PEDAL ASSIST HERE) they do no more damage than a regular bike, still require a LOT of energy input from the rider, and harm NO ONE! I honestly cannot believe when I hear "BAN THEM BAN THEM" from people. What ever happened to FREEDOM???? No, lets have the government tell us what we can and cannot do, even when it is illogical and hurts our freedoms! wow. Just...WOW! Closed-minds MUCH?????
@AntonCor6 жыл бұрын
I bought a basic hardtail E-Bike two months ago and I'm having the time of my life. I also have a roadbike and a high end MTB, but right now I couldn't afford a high end E-Bike. Downgrading on suspension and bike components is not that bad, everything works fine and weight is not a problem on an E-bike. Next year I'll start to upgrade all the componentes and I'm pretty sure my next bike will be a FS E-Bike, but right now I'm extremely happy with my Focus Bold2.
@vegasstacker38576 жыл бұрын
I'm 48 and I just got my e-mtb, the last time I rode a bike was 30 years ago, if not for the e-bike I'd probably never ride a bicycle again. My goal is not to ride fast, I just want to travel greater distance and get some exercise along the way, I couldn't have done it without e-bike. I can't wait to take my fat bike to local trails and I love my bike so much I've been riding my e-mtb in 105F weather, everyone's happy that I've become active again, it's the best $1800 I've ever spent!
@creekhed6976 жыл бұрын
AntonCor Awesome! Way to go!
@creekhed6976 жыл бұрын
Desert Monk Thats great - have a blast! Wow are used to ride motorcross and be quite fast, I’ve slowed down in my cough cough middle-age cough cough LOL! I’m shooting for next June to get mine!
@creekhed6976 жыл бұрын
AntonCor bwahahahahahaha
@mikewood43786 жыл бұрын
You hit a home run James. I have a friend 84 and he still rides full suspention Mountain Bikes in Birmingham Alabama. I wish I could meet your dad he seems like a great guy.
@automotivedistributors97086 жыл бұрын
Dude that is so cool. I wish I had access to an e-bike to roll with my dad and trail doggy. I bet that was one of the best days you guys shared.
@fatyowls4 жыл бұрын
My dad died at the age of 56, he never got to see me take up MTBing. My son however has been bought up with two wheels. I'm 55 and have finally decided to have an ebike, as I want to save my knees, I'm not knackered yet and can still put in a fair few miles..
@MBRmagazine4 жыл бұрын
Hoping you have many wonderful rides with your son 👍
@josereneducharme1426 жыл бұрын
Words fail me to say how happy I am for you two.
@TheCliff6706 жыл бұрын
One of your best videos so far.. Hope I'm that fit when I'm 80..
@racepnd6 жыл бұрын
What a brilliant positive video well done.
@cellphonenut5 жыл бұрын
Awesome son really like this 💪💪That's not an old man it's a man whom happens to be 80🤛🤜
@MrSTAdventures5 жыл бұрын
One of the best emtb videos I have ever watched. I am 55 and have a few health issues which can hopefully be overcome with doing some fizz. Your Dad is an inspiration and being 25 years younger than him makes me think if he can do it and has has the hunger for it so can I!!! :)
@dannyfag16 жыл бұрын
Big up the Dads... My Dad had ridden his Santa cruz blur until his late 60s, then seemed to lose interest... After meeting an older guy named Ken ( The famous Ken ) in the North downs, I knew I had to persuade my Dad is was a good idea... After a little badgering, he bought his first ebike at 71... 2 years on and he is about to pick up his second, being a Moustashe. It has reignited his love of mountain biking and he now is back even riding the big stuff, like last year when we revisited the Lake District.
@ebikesmile27436 жыл бұрын
Fantastic!! I love my Levo! You and your dad rock! Wishing you both many miles of ebike smiles.
@NWforager6 жыл бұрын
very good to see this . been wanting to get my old Pops something
@jerryschroeder645 Жыл бұрын
I’m 84 and have put over 4500 miles on my ebike. Looking forward to riding a couple more years.
@tmayberry7559 Жыл бұрын
That was a proper father's day embr video cheers 😊
@Musicalpa4 жыл бұрын
I absolutely loved watching this. It's so important to do things together as a family.
@ShooterMedic18185 жыл бұрын
Awesome. Your Dad is cool as ice.
@BluecollarBackcountry6 жыл бұрын
A wonderful video proving E-bikes do have a place. The looks on your dad's face were pricless, and hope to see him again. Cheers 😆
@jonboy10666 жыл бұрын
That’s awesome! My Dad’s 75 and had a little go on my normal MTB & liked it. My folks are just about to move to Wales about 12 miles from Revs, think I’m gonna have to look into getting him on an e bike and see where we can get him!
@tommyestrada64646 жыл бұрын
This was great! E-bikes do have a place, and when I get to the point where a standard bicycle is just too much anymore, and @ 53 it's not as easy as it was 20 years ago when I started riding seriously, I wouldn't hesitate trying an E-bike. It's all about getting out there.
@glennie11z5 жыл бұрын
Great video, great example of how e-bikes fit into the biking community. I have had failed back surgery which resulted in painful nerve damage down my left leg. All our friends are road and mountain bikers and I have never been able to take part. I've just bought a SDURO e-bike after having a demo ride - I cannot wait to get out onto the many trails around our area & also enjoy riding with our friends and being able to keep up! Thanks for an inspiring review - hope it changes some peoples minds.
@RubenD856 жыл бұрын
I think that's the whole point of an e-bike, to bring people that are not that able to ride a regular bike into our mtb world, In this case was your dad, I would love to bring my parents into cycling and with e-bikes that might actually happen. Awesome video.
@bobby48003 жыл бұрын
I love this video. Thanks for sharing!
@stuartwoodburn26536 жыл бұрын
Nice video I hope that get people riding and having the fun we all have from MTBiking.
@JamesRobertMTB6 жыл бұрын
This is so rad! Amazing to see
@erikpartida8846 жыл бұрын
I wanted to keep watching but there are so many ads
@olrenison6 жыл бұрын
Yeah man. Your dad rules 👍😁
@andybucher4525 жыл бұрын
Fantastic to see the gent have fun.
@petersauer946 жыл бұрын
80 years old,wow I hope I'm still alive at that age,E bike definitely. 👍
@th_js6 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Now that's what I think E-bikes are all about!
@petermckenna61654 жыл бұрын
Great video and well done to you and your dad. I switched to an e bike at 75 years of age and 3 years later I have completed nearly 3000 miles all over Devon and Cornwall. Due to health problems stemming from various motorbike accidents I had reached a point where I could not get up the hills any more. The only downside is that I do not have anyone to ride with which can reduce the fun and can be a problem if you break an ankle miles from anywhere as I did.
@Shuna20113 жыл бұрын
Inspiring and beautiful to see. 🚴😊
@pspicerwensley Жыл бұрын
As a person with a disability I am looking forward to getting an electric tricycle. Great video.
@JoeSzilagy3 жыл бұрын
Your dad even sounds more confident, upbeat and younger after the third day/ride at 11:00!
@jimjr4432 Жыл бұрын
Well, I'm 78 and ride road, gravel and MTB. Now I don't ride all that long. If I get air, it is a big mistake. I've been beaten by 12 year olds on a 25 miler, but love riding. In my case, no heart issues now, my concern is for balance, not setting up for the turns in time, crashing and burning, cause I don't bounce anymore. I would suggest that your Dad is more prone to falling off. So I bought a tadpole trike, which I really dislike, but falling is out of the question. Just a suggestion for your Dad. I guess they make electric trikes as well. Thanks for the video. Jim
@shadow74235 жыл бұрын
How awesome! Your dad shreds better than me.
@joethompson29102 жыл бұрын
I recently turned 65 & got me a Sondors Rockstar.. Its really nice if not a bit heavy at 83#… built like a brick s### house & huge batt… I highly recommend it!
@joethompson29102 жыл бұрын
PS…. Big Kudos to your Dad…, Id go ridin w him if I was on that side o the pond… coarse my bike would be illegal there probably… 750watt nominal
@tristramwilson26616 жыл бұрын
Great vid!
@BrianLampright9136 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this! My dad is also in his 70’s just had shoulder surgery and he wants to ride with me but can’t keep up. Although ebikes are technically illegal on many of our trails I intend to be a rebel because it’s the choice between my dad riding and not riding and if people have a problem with an old man riding an ebike on our trails then that’s their problem and i choose not to make it mine. I suspect not a single person is going to complain and I hope it will help people keep an open mind as to why ebikes serve a very important purpose for those that otherwise could not enjoy our sport.
@wammo123456 жыл бұрын
Good on you James !! While I dont have an ebike (yet) it may be that sooner or later it will be the option that keeps me riding after 60 or so. Something for us all to keep in mind is that aging is inviable, if we survive all the great rides then we will all get older.
@k.a.w17746 жыл бұрын
Personally I would not ride an e-bike but my dad is 72 years old and this is exactly what he would need to enjoy the trails the same way I can
@kingrat7386 жыл бұрын
Watching two men trying to communicate is painful ;-P Just give em a hug & tell him how proud you are of him ^^ PS - I'll definitely be getting an e-bike one day... Whether I'm 65, 75 or 85 - it'll be epic!
@obi-wankenobi98716 жыл бұрын
Some impressive genes. Definitely ageing well.
@richardwager2836 жыл бұрын
Fantastic video 👍🏻
@jonboy10666 жыл бұрын
Nice one James! Great to meet you at BPW last week and talk to you about this video. Hoping to get my ol’ man on an Ebike soon. Sorry about my gobby son on the uplift, you shoulda slapped him when I gave you the chance 😂
@jamesbracey65606 жыл бұрын
jonboy1066 ha! Great to meet you too:) Don’t worry, I’m sure you’ll do it for me!!
@jonboy10666 жыл бұрын
James Bracey oh yeah! He got a well earned slap 👋🏽😂
@Wootiify6 жыл бұрын
amazing!
@gibbykirwan77886 жыл бұрын
Great video......
@TheGlass19696 жыл бұрын
Great video!
@BabyBooHoot7 ай бұрын
Brilliant!
@rubenconzales97186 жыл бұрын
Great, this is the best use for e bikes
@TheAngryHusky6 жыл бұрын
Great video. I hope I'm as healthy as him when I'm that age.
@randmiller18586 жыл бұрын
i love this!!!!
@rterry27526 жыл бұрын
I am 60 this year and ride a regular MTB bike 40 miles a week. When I am too weak to ride an E bike will be awesome!!!!
@Paulmac20116 жыл бұрын
R Terry Define weak? Compared to a 20 or 30 yr old, your weak now! It's nothing to do with how weak you are, they're fun for everyone
@MilatovichFamily6 жыл бұрын
Ebikes are awesome for older people and overweight people and thhose with lack of fitness. :) I wouldn't have it but I would get one for my 70 years old father.
@gibbykirwan77886 жыл бұрын
Zagica e bikes are great for everyone and anyone who wants to ride one. Not just the tired the sick and the needy. I ride a normal bike 4 days a week and look forward to my e-mtb runs with my mates just as much at the weekends
@Paulmac20116 жыл бұрын
This seems to be to logic of many "normal" bike riders, as long it's someone riding an ebike that they don't perceive to be a threat to their fragile egos.
@Cuzzazbuzz6 жыл бұрын
I’m 45 and gravel, MTB, TT and all the rest. Just added an e-bike to the stable with full sums and plus tyres. It allowed me to double the number of downhill I would normally do and focus on technique. My decision was made when I looked at my MX doing nothing in the garage and thought is a 500cc MX cheating?