eMTB vs Regular Mountain Bike: Should You Go Electric?
eMTB vs Regular Mountain Bike
Should you go electric? An honest look at what you gain, and what you give up.
Plenty of riders wonder whether to make the jump to an electric mountain bike, or stick with a traditional one. Both are brilliant. Here is a straight comparison to help you decide.
What you gain with an eMTB
More descents. The biggest win. You get back to the top faster and fresher, so you ride more of the fun part in the same time.
Bigger days. Long climbs and big loops stop being a barrier, so you explore more.
Ride with anyone. Mixed-fitness groups can ride together, because the motor evens out the climbs.
What a regular bike still does well
Lighter and simpler. No motor or battery means less weight and less to maintain.
Lower cost. A regular bike costs less up front.
A certain purity. Some riders love that every metre is earned. That is a real, valid feeling.
| eMTB | Regular MTB | |
|---|---|---|
| Descents per ride | More | Fewer |
| Climbing effort | Easier | All you |
| Weight | Heavier | Lighter |
| Up-front cost | Higher | Lower |
| Maintenance | A little more | Simpler |
Does an eMTB mean less fitness?
Not necessarily. Riders often cover more ground and ride more often on an eMTB, so many stay just as fit, or fitter, because they ride more. You choose how much the motor helps.
Making the jump
If you decide to go electric, buy well. A full-carbon frame keeps the bike feeling like a mountain bike, and a strong modern drive like the Avinox makes every ride better. See our guide on whether an eMTB is worth it.
See what electric can do
Full-carbon Avinox eMTBs, in stock in Canada.
