I rode through downtown Austin last week and saw a huge jump in people using those big, bulky e-bikes for their commute.

It got me thinking about how the extra weight and speed changes the whole feel of sharing a bike lane, especially on crowded streets like Congress Avenue.

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blair3962mo ago

Totally get that, it's a different vibe now.

xena_fisher492mo ago

Actually, I love seeing more e-bikes downtown! The extra speed helps keep up with traffic flow, which feels safer when cars are trying to merge. Those heavier frames are more stable on rough pavement too. It just means we all need to be a bit more aware and use our bells. More people biking is a win, even if the bikes look different.

jennifer_murphy531mo ago

Wait, hold on. You actually feel SAFER going faster with traffic on an e-bike? That sounds terrifying to me, I'd be constantly worried about not being able to stop in time.