Published on Oct, 2024
We rented e-bikes on our trip to Acadia, and it was probably one of the best experiences of my life! Some of the views we were able to see were so breathtaking, and we wouldnāt have been able to see them any other way than via the Carriage Roads on bikes. We decided to go with Maine State Kayaks over other companies because their fat tire bikes had a higher weight limit (270) than other e-bikes in the area (250ā¦my husband is just barely over that). The big tires on these bikes made me feel safe cruising over various terrain.
A few questions I hope I can answer for others:
They only do half day rentals, whereas other companies offer full day. Half day was plenty. I would have loved to do it all day but honestly I donāt think my butt could have taken any more! I canāt imagine sitting on a bike seat all day. Also, with a full day rental I would have been concerned about the battery running out. With the half day, I didnāt feel like I had to conserve the battery, so I took those hills using the max pedal assist!
The ride from the shop to the Carriage Roads isnāt too farā¦maybe 10 minutes? Only the first few blocks were on streets, then you have a nice bike lane for the rest of the way.
This was my first time on an e-bike, and the instructions we received from Maine State Kayak were easy to understand. We got the hang of them quickly. As long as you know how to ride a bike, youāll be fine. It was like a cross between riding a bike and being on a motorbike. I think most people, whatever their activity level, would be able to use these without feeling overwhelmed or over-exerted.
Such a great experience!