Would you prefer to pump your own gas or not?
KTVZ Asked by KTVZ
1,427 Votes

Would you prefer to pump your own gas or not?

Yes, it's faster!

15

No, don't want to.

26

Yes, it's faster!

14 Comments
Dkayla Byers
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Dkayla Byers

yeah because you could die from corona

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k san
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k san

Absolutely! Coming from states where you do pump your own, it is definitely faster. At places like Fred Meyer that serve many people, attendants don’t always get to the people who got there 1st. Arg!

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Mike Aronow
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Mike Aronow

Yes, but, I wish they all had those clips that allowed you to start fueling and then hang out in your car until the tank was full. Some still do, but, I feel like they're increasingly rare.

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sharder8
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sharder8

Nothing like waiting for the employee to finally get to refueling your car and then waiting again for the employee to hang up the hose. Having said that, I do use full service when in medically need.

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Gina Ricketts
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Gina Ricketts

Because I can get in and out quick and don't have to wait in line for gas station employees who are the slowest individuals in the free universe lol!

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Doug Paris
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Doug Paris

Because I'm not lazy and I am not incompetent-it is faster and in tune with the vast majority of the other 49 states-can't believe Oregon is still living in the dark ages-MG what is wrong with you pep

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Keith Uht
Keith Uht

48. New Jersey is like Oregon.

Ka San
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Ka San

Yes, absolutely!!! I've only lived in Bend for 3 years, and I find it slow and inconvenient. Even in bad weather, I'd rather not wait for an attendant.

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Len Parsons
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Len Parsons

And the price for self service needs to be less than full service

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Diane Springstead Cole
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Diane Springstead Cole

Growing up in Ohio I've pumped gas for years. I never minded it.

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Susan Keith
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Susan Keith

It is better for the environment as the nozzle does not remain in the tank with fumes escaping until the attendant is able to return to your vehicle.

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GT Thomas
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GT Thomas

You do not have to but it should be your choice.

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Steven Huillet
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Steven Huillet

Gas prices would be cheaper for one thing and service would be much faster!

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Adam Hollman
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Adam Hollman

Let station owners decide how to serve their customers and then consumers can choose where to buy. I prefer to just take care of it myself rather than wait until the attendant gets around to me.

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No, don't want to.

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Pam W
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Pam W

I don't want to take jobs away from anyone. That is why I won't use the self serve in Walmart either.

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Patricia Morris
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Patricia Morris

Came from a state where you had to pump my own gas and it is not easy to do in your 80’s

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Nik Myles
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Nik Myles

This is a job killer bill

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champagne dog
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champagne dog

Why would I want to pump gas. I love full service gas stations and often tip the attendants. Self service gas pumps equals loss of jobs and inconvenience for customers. Please Oregon, stay unique.

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Karen Schwecke Bates
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Karen Schwecke Bates

i just had back surgery - definitely not pumping my own gas. Plus, we travel in between Washington and California - I love the fact that we can come back to Oregon and not have to get out of the car

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Lida Vitt
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Lida Vitt

Because it's quite clear that they have not been able to control the violence! They/Dems have allowed this by being a sanctuary city. That harbor criminals that harm their own US citizens, and police.

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Christena
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Christena

It creates jobs, it's convenient. I don't really care either way but it's nice.

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Danni
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Danni

I'm old, disabled, and way too stupid to figure out how it works. Do you think women all dressed up for a date want to arrive smelling of gasoline?

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Leslie Ann
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Leslie Ann

I've poor health and greatly appreciate those who work hard and pump my gas. They need jobs too.

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Rod Blower
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Rod Blower

We have voted on this many times, and it has always been bnb 9ted down

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Toni Ayers
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Toni Ayers

Why is everyone in such a hurry? Waste too much time on social media perhaps?

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Kathryn Kinney Evans
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Kathryn Kinney Evans

Just not a good idea all around.

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Linda Nolin
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Linda Nolin

I have never had so much trouble getting gas as when I went on a trip to Az. last year. Can't use cash and couldn't get the gas to start because every pump is different. Had to get help several times.

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Robert Northrup
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Robert Northrup

The excuse that pumping gas is dangerous is ridiculous. Millions of people pump gas everyday without injury to themselves, others or their vehicle. It is worth it to me to pay for the service.

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Gary Hatherill
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Gary Hatherill

I don't mind, either way. But didn't I hear the law says the price has to stay the same?

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Erica Crossan
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Erica Crossan

Because I don't want to smell like gas or get out in the weather. I also don't want to go inside if I pay with cash

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Judy Fisher
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Judy Fisher

Self-pumping gas in Oregon would eliminate those jobs for people who currently do this service.

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Nancy Cook
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Nancy Cook

I think safety and security are both issues. A hired attendant is a safer option, especially for women in a car alone.

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Leota Evans
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Leota Evans

Because I like having my gas pumped.. I've never pumped my gas in Oregon... native Oregonian.. More jobs for Oregon... We don't need people being in a hurry pumping there own gas...slow down

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Loni Jewell
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Loni Jewell

The amount of jobs that would be lost seems would be a blow to a part of the community that already struggles to afford the cost of living in our area. Job elimination for convenience, no way!

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Anthony Dehart
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Anthony Dehart

It's just a start to be 100% self service and at full price

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Ann Harbert Evensen
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Ann Harbert Evensen

At my age, I just would rather not have to pump my own.

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Bob Majka
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Bob Majka

It sucks having to pump your own gas in inclement weather. Let someone get paid to do it!

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Karen Rickard Smith
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Karen Rickard Smith

why put someone out of a job!!!

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Latterdaysaint
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Latterdaysaint

It kills jobs, pluse who want to pump there own gas in the winter

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Do you feel like inflation is getting lower?

Do you feel like inflation is getting lower?

Yes

1

No

9

Yes

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k san
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k san

Because it IS getting lower.

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No

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Renee
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Renee

Saying inflation is getting lower is like saying that government is getting less corrupt. LOL

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Max DeYoung
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Max DeYoung

No matter what MSM says, I will use my open eyes, and common sense to determine items of this nature. Inflation will not get better until we have a different leader for our country. The last four years have been horrible for America, and our allies.

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Fat Guy Outdoors
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Fat Guy Outdoors

My bills have done nothing but increase and nest eggs have decreased.

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Max DeYoung
Max DeYoung

Fat Guy! Kamala says that's not inflation, It's Bidenomics. Now, do you feel the Joy? I haven't felt their Joy for the last four years, Pain, I have felt their Pain!

Steven Head
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Steven Head

The damage is done. Even if it went to zero, prices are still 20-30% higher since 2021.

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Belinda Kitchen
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Belinda Kitchen

Just look at the prices at the store. That should be enough to tell you that nothing has changed and won't till Harris and Biden gets out of there . Trump will lower everything. Trump has done more for the Hurricane victims then Biden and Harris has.

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Renee
Renee

What has he done? I haven't seen him do anything, but spread lies and run his mouth.

Latterdaysaint
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Latterdaysaint

It’s getting higher, but under trump it will go away

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Should e-bikes be allowed on forest trails?
KTVZ Asked by KTVZ
2,279 Votes

Should e-bikes be allowed on forest trails?

Yes

16

No

19

Yes

10 Comments
MATT FALKENSTEIN DDS
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MATT FALKENSTEIN DDS

Anyone who has pedaled a Class 1 ebike (the ONLY type in contention) quickly realizes two things: first, they don't go any faster than a meat-motor bike and second, they REQUIRE work from the rider.

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Todd Brown
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Todd Brown

Yes,,Ebikes should be allowed on trails! Why wouldn't they be allowed? Mine has "Pedal Assist" which I am peddling at all times.

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Carl England
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Carl England

Ya’ll need to understand. These are not the kids you see flying around town on throttle e-bikes. Mountain E bikes are quite expensive and are designed for mountain biking and for serious mountain bikers. Most of the people you will see on them initially will be people with disabilities.

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Dave Custer
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Dave Custer

Let people ride whatever they want

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💛🖤 RAG 💛🖤
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💛🖤 RAG 💛🖤

Class 1 electric assist bikes should not be discriminated against, they are capped at a max of 20mph, provide assistance to the people who for whatever reason need assistance to tackle parts of the trails and they won't do any damage to the trails. Other national forests provide access already!

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Linda C May
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Linda C May

I am 66 years old. I ride a ebike so I can get out on the trails & forests I love. Otherwise I couldn't. Not everyone is a speed junkie. There are many bike riders that speed and do damage to the land. Ebikes are here to stay. Stop penalizing them.

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Loretta Ryll
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Loretta Ryll

For many who have invisible disabilities, the Class I pedal-assisted e-mountain bikes, make it possible for these individuals to enjoy our forest single-track trails. They want to stay healthy and active. Class I ebikes are NOT the throttled ebikes we see zooming around the streets of Bend.

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Jim Petsche
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Jim Petsche

They don't put any more damage to the trails than regular bikes and in many cases less. Generally they are ridden by older riders who go slower

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Duane Wyman
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Duane Wyman

Not all trails are suitable or compatible for e-bikes and other users. What is next, e-bikes on the PCT or ridden to the summit Of South Sister...?

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Erik Thompson
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Erik Thompson

I am 62 and my e mtn bike allows me to ride trails I'd otherwise never ride.

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No

19 Comments
Peter McGann
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Peter McGann

They are ridden frequently by inexperienced people. They have too much speed when approaching hikers. Many cannot stop adequately. Their silence is dangerous when approaching from behind. There should be drivers license requirements. Peter SNRA/ Ketchum pdmcgann@gmail.com

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True Omen
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True Omen

E bike owners are mad they bought into the hype before reading the rules. If it has a motor it is a motor bike. Not my fault you are lazy. Mtb'ing is hard. It is not for everyone.

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island er
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island er

Ebikes are motorized. They can already access forest roads and ohv trails. They are a hazard to mtbers on single track.

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Frank Dietsch
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Frank Dietsch

They are motorized. I have been sprayed by dirt and gravel when the went flying by me at great speed and have seen them pop wheelies going up the steep trail. Motorized bikes belong on the many OHV trails.

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Dianne Price
CB
CB

Gatekeeping our public lands, eh? Pathetic.

Rick Allen
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Rick Allen

It is a motorized Vehicle period.

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Rob Pempin
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Rob Pempin

E-bikers need do to do their own footwork to obtain land for E-bike trails just as we have done for Mtn bikes for years now. The excessive speeds especially climbing & entitlement is out of control. Stop taking the soul out of MTB biking, do the footwork & obtain the land.

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Dennis Bennett
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Dennis Bennett

There are many ways to hack these ebikes and make them go over 20mph. https://www.ebicycles.com/how-to-make-your-ebike-faster/ Also, there will be no one to police the trails to make sure that on class 1 bikes are out there. For example, people illegally riding the trails with ebikes now.

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Mark Davis
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Mark Davis

More power and speed will cause greater damage to the trails and create a dangerous situation for all users.

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Loretta Ryll
Loretta Ryll

I encourage you and many others to rent a Class I pedal-assist emountain bike and then form an informed opinion. These bikes are not throttled, can't go above 20 mph, are not noisy and provide those with invisible handicaps some assistance so they can enjoy the thrill of biking our forested trails.

Todd Miller
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Todd Miller

It's a motorcycle with peddles. Internal combustion engine motorcycles aren't allowed either for the same good reason, erosion and safety of the mixed speed of riders and hikers.

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💛🖤 RAG 💛🖤
💛🖤 RAG 💛🖤

That's a lie, they have no throttle and are capped at a 20 mph no matter how hard you peddle! BTW damage to the trails is done by the speed demons on mountain bikes!!

Loretta Ryll
Loretta Ryll

Class I pedal-assist emountain bikes are not throttled so no internal combustion, they are capped at 20 mph. No pedaling =equals NO power. I encourage you to Google the descriptions of the various classes of ebikes.

Kimmy Wasatch
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Kimmy Wasatch

There are more than enough parks and trails in and around Bend for ebikes. We do not need them in our forests. Forests are abused enough already and need to be reserved as forests.

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James Rosser
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James Rosser

Because mountain biking is for exercise not tourism. There are plenty of other places to ride e-bikes.

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Geoff Freeland
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Geoff Freeland

As ebikes get more powerful, they create trail damage. Might as well allow motorcycles if you're gonna allow ebikes.

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CB
CB

You obviously know nothing about class 1 ebikes and are just regurgitating nonsense you heard from an unreliable source.

Judith Van Gilder
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Judith Van Gilder

These trails are mean for people who are out EXERCISING. There are plenty of FS roads where people with e-bikes can ride. Also available are plenty of dirt bike trails. Please leave these trails to those of us who are enjoying the peace and quiet.

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CB
CB

Judith, please educate yourself before commenting. Class 1 ebikes are pedal assist, they aren't tearing up the trails any more than a regular mountain bike. They help people with disabilities and the older generation enjoy the great outdoors. Stop gatekeeping our public lands.

Ed Drahos
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Ed Drahos

Not a fan of more trash and junk strone all over national forest. There's a serious problem with waste as is, without making the problem worse.

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James Rosser
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James Rosser

This misses the point of physical training which is to start exercising on easier trails and slowly build up to more challenging trails as one gets stronger. E-bikes are just a shortcut allowing one to jump to the more challenging trails without the proper training. People just want a magic pill.

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Gary Kayser
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Gary Kayser

E-bike are indeed motorized. Cause more erosion to the trials. E-bikes are a death sentence to horseback riders.

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Jo Kendrick
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Jo Kendrick

They run over people and scare pets.

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Gerald Smith
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Gerald Smith

They are wrecks waiting to happen with no enforcement of any of the rules. They should be required to follow the same rules as motorcycles. That's what they are.

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