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@@tonyblake7318Everything that we did is legal for a class 2 e-bike like ours. If you are going to comment on my channel, please try to be less insulting. It is not necessary to make your point and it just makes you look bad.

I recorded this is mid April 2024. River road and the Bald River Falls area was closed at that time due to it being washed out from flooding in the Fall of 2023.

@@papajeff5486 we do exactly what you said, use a bike trailer to camp. We have several videos doing that. Here is an example: th-cam.com/video/qjYENaqkd4Y/w-d-xo.htmlsi=cgn0Sgwv1NpyuHHH

@@mhill2510 That is a metal mesh grocery basket mounted on an Aventon front rack. It is attached with zip ties. I assume that you meant my wife’s bike with the dog.

@@Tennessee-Explorer I was wondering what you used to strap the chairs on your bike.

@@mhill2510 oh sorry, I misunderstood. Those are just elastic bungie cords.

I am just as confused as you. As you know, e-bikes are everywhere on the trail. The shuttle service stated that they were working on an exception to Forest Service rules specifically for the Creeper. He also stated that it is not enforced there. So I still don’t know what to think. You clearly don’t need an ebike there of course. That is just what we own. The only bikes we own.

@@Tennessee-Explorer Thanks for the response.

@@rechard-jb9cr your welcome

@@sportkiteflyer the possible issue would be with the National Forest section, which still regulates e-bikes differently than many other agencies and it varies by state. It is all very confusing to everyone. Our shuttle service stated they are reviewing the laws again regarding e-bikes specifically on the Creeper trail. So more to come. They did say that restrictions have never been enforced here. It would hurt their economy badly if they did because there are lots of e-bikes there. I am certainly no expert on this so you need to do your own research. That being said, you don’t need an ebike here since it is downhill unless you ride both directions on the trail. Be safe out there.

@@ChrisAndersen-fd7yo It is a Burley Tailwagon dog trailer. It has a mesh cover but I usually have it removed since my dog likes that better. I also bought the fat tire upgrade for it since we often pull it off-road and in sand. Nice trailer, one of the best out there. Folds flat for transport too. We are using it at the beach right now.

Thank you again for the information! We really appreciate it. Enjoy the beach !

Thank you. We bought the front racks from Aventon. Attaches with 4 bolts to the existing attachment points already on your bike. Simple. My wife has a metal basket cable tied to her rack in order to haul her dog.

@@Tennessee-Explorer Thank you! We also want to get a basket for our dog! Your videos are awesome! Have a good ride!

Open the layers section of Google Maps mobile app and turn on the bicycle layer. It will highlight most bicycle routes green. You will find more places to ride that you could achieve in a lifetime. Also, if you need advice about an area of TN, just ask. Enjoy and thank you!

@@Tennessee-Explorer thank you so much for that tip!

Yes sir it is. The trailer barely fit. It is the dam for the lake.

We ride Aventon Aventure.2 e-bikes and pull a Burley Tailwagon trailer for the dogs. We also have the excellent Earth-Kin Mule cargo trailer for pulling camping gear and etc. Both trailers are excellent quality, unlike many bike trailers that are too cheaply made. On the Burley, we swapped the tires and wheels out for the Burley fat tire kit since we ride off road and in sand. The Mule trailer comes with fat tires so it would save you a lot of money there and you can pull a dog with it as well. They even have waterproof tops for rain protection.

@@Tennessee-Explorer thanks so much!

Thank you very much!

This is a loop road around the lake and the top of the mountain. You can park many places, we used the visitor center. The other riders said that cars were parked on the dam, blocking the road. We just waited on them. Not only are bikers allowed but the whole mountain is a mountain biking favorite in the area. Trails are everywhere, top to bottom. Some are black diamond or worse. This is a TVA storage facility, an enormous battery basically. So the water levels change drastically and rapidly.

We shot another video here recently. I hope to post it over the next few weeks. I have 7 different trips to edit right now.

@@Tennessee-Explorer thank you! I finally located a map and it looks like the road around the reservoir is the only place e-bikes are allowed. Can’t wait to check it all out!!!

@@danak9245 the dirt trails are for mountain bikes. I have no idea about e-MTBs there. I don’t ride MTB.

They are both wonderful. New River trail is usually very flat compared to the Creeper. I have three videos from the New River trail and I still have not seen it all.

We are returning to the New River Trail next month!

We love Townsend. I rarely even go to Pigeon Forge or Gatlinburg anymore. The crowds just suck. We stayed in Tellico Plains last weekend and rode the Indian Boundary lake and campground. That was awesome too.

You are right, you have to do the Creeper trail. Most people don’t camp of course but there is plenty of lodging in Damascus or Abingdon if needed. I highly recommend Whitetop Campground, right off of the trailhead, if you want to use your camper.

The New River Trail also has many campsites along the river. It isn’t far from Damascus. We rode it last year but plan to bikepack it this year. Have you rode that one? 57 mile long park.

@@Tennessee-Explorerit’s on my list!

There is actually more there than what I filmed. It is a great ride. Enjoy! We enjoy riding in nearby Townsend as well. They have a great bike path with views of the Smokies.

Sorry but you are mistaken. You can even rent e-bikes from the Park service right there in Cades Cove. We did not rent though. Park volunteers are often seen using them there as well. Class 2 e-bikes like ours, with 750 watt motors, are not considered to be motorized vehicles in the US.

Signs are clear "motorized vehicles prohibited". Y'all can't have it both ways ..... Either the area is open to.the public (all the public) or its not!

@@mike-vq7mc correct, no motorized vehicles are allowed there then or on any bike trails. Class 2 e-bikes are not considered motorized vehicles by US law. That was my point. Have a great day.

E-bikes are for panties.

Yes, it has been a few weeks. I am behind on editing actually and we typically slow down a bit going into Winter.

How are the Fall colors coming along now?

@@Tennessee-Explorer Looked great. It was my first time on the trail. Loved it!

Wrong location. You are thinking about near Memphis for the Ghost river section. This is near KY and near Byrdstown TN. Completely different river.

wow I had no idea, regardless looks like an awesome time@@Tennessee-Explorer

It did want to cross the road after she saw the cubs not following. But she charged the crowd at full speed first. Bluff charge.

They do allow horses but I have never seen one there. That is likely due to people not wanting to deal with bicycles flying by them constantly. I do not recommend riding horses there on any weekend for sure. It gets crazy busy.

Good point. If your horse is not properly trained it may not be a good idea.