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OutsideMar 28

Moab Opened 200 Miles of Trail to E-Bikes. I Was One of the First to Ride Them (Legally).

The world’s most iconic mountain bike destination just opened 200 miles of singletrack to electric bikes. From revitalizing injured riders to turning brutal climbs into a "turbo-charged" cruise, here is what the new rules really mean for the desert.

Double black trail with exposure and big drops.

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Arches National ParkSightPark with towers and buttes visible from Alaska Trail.
La Sal MountainsSightSnow-capped mountains visible from Getaway Trail.
Getaway TrailTrailFlowy singletrack with slick rock and mountain views.
Bureau of Land ManagementPlacefederal lands.
Moab CycleryPlaceRents Specialized Turbo Levo EMTBs for $129 per day.
Magnificent 7 trail systemTrailConnects with Getaway Trail for longer rides.
Alaska TrailTrailTechnical trail with ridge views outside Arches.
Jurassic Trail SystemTrailAlaska Trail is the highlight of this system.
Captain AhabTrailDouble black trail with exposure and big drops.
Amasa Back SystemTrailOffers an 8-mile loop tour of the best.
The Spoke on CenterRestaurantEnjoy handcrafted burgers, fresh salads, cocktails, beer, wine, and soft serve ice cream at The Spoke on Center in…
Thai BellaRestaurantAuthentic Thai dishes with a great outdoor patio.
Bureau of Land Management (BLM)Place
Specialized Turbo Levo EMTBPlace
Slackline MoabMotel

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Moab Opened 200 Miles of Trail to E-Bikes. I Was One of the First to Ride Them (Legally).