08/25/2026
🚵♂️ 🔺️ E-Bike Safety & Our Store Policy - ✅ ️Parents Please Read
As e-bikes get more popular, we want to keep kids safe and keep everyone legal.
Our Policy: We do NOT sell e-bikes to children. A parent or legal guardian (18+) must be present and make the purchase. We want to make sure YOU know what your child is riding.
Let's Talk Speed - The Facts:
Most kids on a regular pedal bike can hit 15-20 mph on flat ground or downhill. That's it.
• Class 1 E-Bike: Pedal-assist ONLY, up to 20 mph. The motor stops helping at 20 mph.
• Class 2 E-Bike: Has a throttle + pedal-assist, still max 20 mph.
• Class 3 E-Bike: Pedal-assist ONLY, up to 28 mph. In Iowa, you must be 16 or older to operate a Class 3 and the bike must have a speedometer.
So a Class 1 or Class 2 does NOT go faster than a fit kid on a regular bike - it just helps them get to 20 mph easier, especially up hills.
What Is NOT Allowed on Town Roads:
Those electric dirt bikes / e-motos you see online (Sur-Ron, Talaria, etc.) are NOT e-bikes under Iowa law. They are considered motor vehicles / off-road motorcycles. They are not legal on city streets, sidewalks, or bike trails, require no license plate, no insurance = not street legal. They belong on private property / off-road parks only.
Our Safety Rules for Young Riders:
1. Helmet every ride. No exceptions. Under 18 should always wear one.
2. One rider per bike - e-bikes are not built for passengers.
3. Be seen: Front white light and rear red light/reflector, especially after dark. It's Iowa law. And all of our e-bikes have them.
4. Be predictable: Ride with traffic, obey stop signs/lights, use hand signals.
5. No headphones in both ears. You need to hear cars.
6. ABC Check before every ride: Air, Brakes, Chain.
7. Know where you can ride: In Iowa, e-bikes can be on roads and bike lanes. On bike paths/trails, obey posted limits - if no limit is posted, Class 3 must stay at or below 20 mph. Please also check with your local city regulations. E-bikes are not allowed on sidewalks in most towns.
We love e-bikes - they're fun, great for commuting to school and work, and keep kids active. But safety comes first. If you're a parent considering one, come talk to us. We'll fit your child correctly, explain the controls, and make sure you both leave confident.
Questions? Stop in or message us. We are happy to help!
