A pedal too far

June 2017

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June 2017

Even though e-bikes like the Levo look like a normal mountain bike, they are a motorised vehicle and need special permission to be ridden in national parks. Photo: Supplied
As e-bikes gain in popularity, Meghan Walker looks at the pros and cons of allowing motorised bikes in national parks  At first glance, the bike I was about to hop on looked exactly like a heavy-duty mountain bike. Fat tires, impressive shocks, and a sturdy design. Except for one almost imperceptible difference: a power button […]
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