As one of those guys that got an ebike, but really wanted to just have a mtb that let me "do more" in the limited time I have, I would highly recommend checking out the Levo SL (or the next variant "enduro SL" whenever that actually comes out). I think that this type of bike is the future for those on the fence. Maneuvers like a mtb in most scenarios, and you still get plenty of support when you want it. It's not going to win drag races, but I always found the "turbo" or "boost" mode of most ebikes , not that practical or fun unless it's purely for a non-MTB experience.
In terms of weight, you do get used to the 50lb+ of heavier ebikes, but it's definitely a different feel IMO. On the SL - I have no problem with it anywhere I would like to take it, and I prefer it on the DH and bike park (though mine is heavily modded 170mm Mezzer, Ext Storia w/ Cascade Components link).
YMMV - I am admirer from afar - San Diego - where ebikes are a plenty and roots are minimum.
Oct. 2, 2020, 12:19 p.m. - Jcmonty
As one of those guys that got an ebike, but really wanted to just have a mtb that let me "do more" in the limited time I have, I would highly recommend checking out the Levo SL (or the next variant "enduro SL" whenever that actually comes out). I think that this type of bike is the future for those on the fence. Maneuvers like a mtb in most scenarios, and you still get plenty of support when you want it. It's not going to win drag races, but I always found the "turbo" or "boost" mode of most ebikes , not that practical or fun unless it's purely for a non-MTB experience. In terms of weight, you do get used to the 50lb+ of heavier ebikes, but it's definitely a different feel IMO. On the SL - I have no problem with it anywhere I would like to take it, and I prefer it on the DH and bike park (though mine is heavily modded 170mm Mezzer, Ext Storia w/ Cascade Components link). YMMV - I am admirer from afar - San Diego - where ebikes are a plenty and roots are minimum.