FYI The Loop started it's history shortly after the major floods of 1983 in southern Arizona . The idea was to create buffer zones for flood control while at the same time making a awesome multi use trail system. As can be seen on THE LOOP maps it also connects many attractions and encourages the use of non polluting ways to get around .
Pima County has done a good job with this project. It is very popular and can get a little tricky with walkers, casual bikers and racing bikers all on the same track. Unfortunately, just last month the county has deemed it necessary to put security patrols on some sections in dicey parts of town.
Technically e-bikes are not allowed on The Loop. But there is no way this will ever get enforced. The Loop is under control of Pima County Flood Control (that's another story, but it's true). They have zero ways to enforce the ban of e-bikes on the Loop. Thus, enforcement falls to the jurisdiction of whatever city or town has that part of the Loop running through it. There are about 6 of them for the 103 miles of The Loop. As you can imagine, they have better things to do with their police officers than send them out to ticket e-bikes. And in fact, 2 of these 6 are on record of being in favor of e-bikes on their section. So, come to Tucson, ride your e-bikes on The Loop and enjoy. Just fly under the radar a little by not going 25 mph on the path and not even be pedaling. Technically, another unenforceable law is a speed limit of 15 mph on the Loop. See you on The Loop.
The Pima county website says e-bikes aren’t allowed, was thinking of visiting Tucson, think I will bring my e-bike anyway. Seems to be a grey area. I’m sure as long as you’re using pedal assist and Not going too fast it shouldn’t be an issue.
@@kevloos86 It is confusing. My understanding is the unincorporated area of Pima county loop portion might be an issue. That would be a very small portion of the loop. The rules are changing where you can ride and most of it is open to an ebike. There is a somewhat new Arizona law that states that an ebke is not a motorized vehicle. So when you see signs that state no motorized vehicles allowed, it does not pertain to an ebike. Still trying to figure it all out myself.
Look up the State's definition of motorized cycles. E-Bikes AND gasoline powered bicycles are LEGAL on the bike path, as long as the State's power/size levels are adhered to. Information from others here that differ from this are incorrect. I have ridden gasoline powered bicycles on the path FOR YEARS. Just be respectful and careful of speeds, regardless of motor type, use a muffler to be respectful of others if using a gasoline engine, and IGNORE anyone on the path that doesn't like it. The State rules apply to this public path, not those that are uninformed. Those that want to complain about your motor use, prior to looking up the applicable laws, are arrogant and rude.
The Loop bike path has nothing to do with Tucson. It was built and is maintained by Pima County. The majority of Tucson's path are not fit for an automobile. Please give credit where credit due!
If Pima county is just a small loop let the e-bike pass through, most who used it are those old folks. It’s a. Great exercise which is better mental health, doubt it will lead to lung problems. Let the people enjoy the view, the world. At one point, we were not sure if all GONNA live or die during the PANDEMIC.
FYI The Loop started it's history shortly after the major floods of 1983 in southern Arizona . The idea was to create buffer zones for flood control while at the same time making a awesome multi use trail system. As can be seen on THE LOOP maps it also connects many attractions and encourages the use of non polluting ways to get around .
Pima County has done a good job with this project. It is very popular and can get a little tricky with walkers, casual bikers and racing bikers all on the same track. Unfortunately, just last month the county has deemed it necessary to put security patrols on some sections in dicey parts of town.
Technically e-bikes are not allowed on The Loop. But there is no way this will ever get enforced. The Loop is under control of Pima County Flood Control (that's another story, but it's true). They have zero ways to enforce the ban of e-bikes on the Loop. Thus, enforcement falls to the jurisdiction of whatever city or town has that part of the Loop running through it. There are about 6 of them for the 103 miles of The Loop. As you can imagine, they have better things to do with their police officers than send them out to ticket e-bikes. And in fact, 2 of these 6 are on record of being in favor of e-bikes on their section. So, come to Tucson, ride your e-bikes on The Loop and enjoy. Just fly under the radar a little by not going 25 mph on the path and not even be pedaling. Technically, another unenforceable law is a speed limit of 15 mph on the Loop. See you on The Loop.
I read contradictory information regarding e-bikes. Are they forbidden or not in the loop? Thank you for clarifying.
Thanks for watching! Yes, e-bikes are legal on The Loop. Here’s a link to the rules: tucsonloop.org/are-e-bikes-electric-bikes-legal-Tucson-Loop
@@everythingebike thank you!!!!
The Pima county website says e-bikes aren’t allowed, was thinking of visiting Tucson, think I will bring my e-bike anyway. Seems to be a grey area. I’m sure as long as you’re using pedal assist and Not going too fast it shouldn’t be an issue.
@@kevloos86 It is confusing. My understanding is the unincorporated area of Pima county loop portion might be an issue. That would be a very small portion of the loop. The rules are changing where you can ride and most of it is open to an ebike. There is a somewhat new Arizona law that states that an ebke is not a motorized vehicle. So when you see signs that state no motorized vehicles allowed, it does not pertain to an ebike. Still trying to figure it all out myself.
Look up the State's definition of motorized cycles. E-Bikes AND gasoline powered bicycles are LEGAL on the bike path, as long as the State's power/size levels are adhered to. Information from others here that differ from this are incorrect. I have ridden gasoline powered bicycles on the path FOR YEARS. Just be respectful and careful of speeds, regardless of motor type, use a muffler to be respectful of others if using a gasoline engine, and IGNORE anyone on the path that doesn't like it. The State rules apply to this public path, not those that are uninformed. Those that want to complain about your motor use, prior to looking up the applicable laws, are arrogant and rude.
The Loop bike path has nothing to do with Tucson. It was built and is maintained by Pima County. The majority of Tucson's path are not fit for an automobile. Please give credit where credit due!
Yeppers Pima County Flood Control District ???
If Pima county is just a small loop let the e-bike pass through, most who used it are those old folks. It’s a. Great exercise which is better mental health, doubt it will lead to lung problems. Let the people enjoy the view, the world. At one point, we were not sure if all GONNA live or die during the PANDEMIC.