Outerbike Moab 2025: The Ultimate Mountain Bike Bargain

Outerbike Moab 2025: The Ultimate Mountain Bike Bargain

Looking for a new mountain bike or gear in 2025? Before you spend thousands of dollars on a new ride, what if you could test all the top brands on the legendary trails of Moab, Utah? That's the magic of Outerbike, and in 2025, it's celebrating 15 years of being the best demo event in the universe. From October 3rd to 5th, Outerbike Moab 2025 is offering the absolute best bargain for anyone serious about their next mountain bike purchase.

For just a fraction of the cost of a new bike, you get a full-demo pass that unlocks a world of possibilities. Imagine testing the latest trail bikes, enduro machines, and e-bikes from top brands like Specialized, Pivot, and Evil, all on the iconic Moab terrain they were designed for. This "try before you buy" experience is invaluable, saving you from costly buyer's remorse and ensuring you find the perfect bike for your riding style.

This year’s 15th-anniversary celebration is bigger and better than ever. With an expanded expo, more shuttles to the trails, and even an online bike reservation system, you’ll spend less time waiting and more time riding. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a weekend warrior, Outerbike Moab 2025 is the smartest investment you can make in your riding future. Don't just read reviews—ride the bikes. Secure your spot and discover why Outerbike is the can't-miss event for mountain bikers.

Outerbike MID-SEASON GEAR REFRESH GIVEAWAY

Outerbike MID-SEASON GEAR REFRESH GIVEAWAY

As we wrap up August and head into what we consider the second half of bike season, it’s time for a mid-season gear refresh! We’re partnering with a handful of great brands to give away a BIG gear package to make sure you’re geared up and ready for whatever adventures you have coming up this summer/fall! Valued at over $1,000, one lucky winner will be randomly selected to win TWO tickets (for you and a friend) to a 2021 Outerbike event of your choice, plus an assortment of products from Squirrel's Nut Butter, Kitsbow, Tailwind Nutrition and Floyd's of Leadville CBD. 

The giveaway will be open for just 1 WEEK starting today through Friday, September 4 at 11:59pm MST. Additional details to enter below as well as the full list of prizes that the winner will receive.

To enter the giveaway:

 - Like our post about the giveaway on Instagram (@outerbike)

- Follow all of the participating brands on Instagram - @Kitsbow, @tailwindnutrition, @outerbike, @floydsleadville, @squirrels_nut_butter

- Tag a friend in the comments

THE PRIZE PACK:

The winner will receive the below prizes:

• (2) tickets to a 2021 Outerbike event of your choice

• Floyd's of Leadville assortment of product: (1) 350mg Sports Cream, (1) 180mg Arnica Balm (2) CBD Recovery bars, (2) 10-count Pack Gems, 100mg Strawberry, (2) 10-count Pack Gems, 100mg, Red Raspberry, (2) Single Serve 5mg Hydration Powder, Fruit Punch, (2) Single Serve 25mg Protein Powder, Vanilla, (2) Single Serve 25mg Protein Powder, Chocolate, (1) Stage 17 Dark Roast CBD-Infused Coffee, (2) Floyd’s of Leadville Hydration Bottles, (2) 12mg Pet Recovery Bars, (1) Floyd’s of Leadville Discount Post Card, (1) Odessa’s Essential Health for Pets Discount Postcard

• Squirrel's Nut Butter (4) 1.7oz Anti-Chafe Sticks and (4) Anti-Chafe Tubs

• Tailwind Nutrition 50 Serving of Lemon Endurance Fuel, 50 Serving of Green Tea Endurance Fuel, 15 Serving of Vanilla Rebuild Recovery, Starter Kit and a bike water bottle

• Kitsbow Cycling Apparel Icon Flannel and PPE Mask Kit

Giveaway Rules: No purchase necessary. Must be 18 years or older to enter. Winners must live in the U.S.A. Winners will be chosen at random and notified during the second week of September via Instagram DM. Prizes will be shipped to the winners directly. This giveaway is in no way endorsed or sponsored by Instagram, Outerbike, Squirrel's Nut Butter, Tailwind Nutrition Floyd's of Leadville CBD or Kitsbow. Giveaway will run for 5 days, and opens on Monday, August 31st and closes at 11:59am MST on September 4th. Only one entry per person allowed.

Your Guide to Understanding the E-Bike Industry

Your Guide to Understanding the E-Bike Industry

Where it started and the current state of e-bikes in North America.

Introduction

The newest evolution to the cycling industry has taken notes from Benjamin Franklin as electric bicycles are beginning to eclipse the traditional cycling industry and aren’t going anywhere. If you are in the market for a fun, fast, more environmentally friendly way to get around, consider an electric bike. 

However, before you rush out to buy an e-bike, make sure you review the local, state and federal laws that regulate these motorized bikes. As cycling’s fastest-growing industry, e-bike laws and regulations have not kept pace with the $15.4 billion dollar market, as reported by Mordor Intelligence. Many states have been proactive in passing laws to allow for open use of e-bikes, but there is still a long way to go. 

People for Bikes is a leading member in the fight for progressive electric bike regulation. Their team works to lobby Governors and pass laws across the country to promote the use of e-bikes. They have been crucial in securing legislation across nearly half of US states for the use of e-bikes, classifying them as regular bicycles under state law.  

Federal Classification and Definition 

The federal government passed a 2002 law, defining the parameters of e-bike specifications. This law regulates the motor size, top speeds, and propulsion methods of e-bikes. The 2002 law defined electric bicycles as: 

“A two- or three-wheeled vehicle with fully operable pedals and an electric motor of less than 750 watts (1 h.p.), whose maximum speed on a paved level surface, when powered solely by such a motor while ridden by an operator who weighs 170 pounds, is less than 20 mph.” 

This classification of e-bikes is important in structuring local and state laws around the usage of e-bikes with respect to traffic laws, pedestrian usage, and public access. 

Classification System

Of all US states, 26 have adopted the three-class e-bike system. These three classes divide the e-bike market into three distinct categories, based on motor function.  The specific class dictates where and how e-bikes can be used, reported by NCSL.

• Class 1 - E-bikes with a motor that only provides assistance when the rider is pedaling. Motor stops when the bike reaches 20mph. 

• Class 2 - E-bikes with a throttle-actuated motor, that also stops motor function when the bike reaches 20mph.  

• Class 3 -  E-bikes with a motor that only provides assistance when the rider is pedaling. Motor stops when the bike reaches 28mph. 

People for Bikes explains the usage of these classes when individual states look to enact laws around e-bikes, stating: “In the interest of safety, local governments would be allowed to restrict, regulate or prohibit the use of e-bikes in their parks, on paths and on trails. In the absence of local ordinances, Class 1 and Class 2 e-bikes would be allowed on paths and trails; while Class 3 e-bikes would only be allowed on roadways. The e-bike class model also allows local agencies to permit e-bikes on paths or bikeways where they are traditionally not allowed, in the event that the alternative route is considered hazardous. This is a local jurisdictional decision.” 

State By State Acceptance

People for Bikes created helpful maps to display where states are in the regulation process of e-bikes and electric mountain bikes. Here you can see which states have passed laws around the three-class system in green. Yellow represents states where some legislation has taken place, and red delineates states where legislation is confusing and regulations are not representative of actual e-bikes. People for Bikes have made it their mission to continue to push Governors to pass legislation to classify e-bikes as bicycles. There are still a number of states that are in need of updated laws surrounding the use of e-bikes.

As for electric mountain bikes (eMTBs), there are additional rules and regulations that affect their usage in state parks, authorized on a state by state basis. The map below defines how state parks are accepting eMTBs. When comparing the two maps, we can see that many states that have laws surrounding e-bike usage do not have similar laws in reference to eMTBs. 

Safety Concerns  

A major concern about e-bikes in the minds of many is safety. Speed assessments of e-bikes versus traditional bicycles have resulted in inconclusive results. Studies have been conducted by the University of Tennessee-Knoxville, the Dresden University of Technology and the Utrecht University, resulting in differing outcomes on safety, average speeds and the effect on traffic. 

The majority of the studies show evidence to believe that people believe that e-bike users and traditional cyclists will act the same way in regards to traffic rules. 

As of March 2019, the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) reported that 13 of 26 states with three classes of bikes have implemented helmet laws. States are taking a range of approaches to the severity of helmet laws surrounding e-bikes. Connecticut has the most strict guidelines in place, requiring every class of e-bike rider and passenger to wear a helmet. Next, a number of states like California and Tennessee are putting restrictions on just class three e-bikes, requiring all riders and passengers to wear helmets. Colorado and Michigan are requiring helmets for those under 18, on class three e-bikes. Finally, states like Washington, Idaho, Wyoming, and Arizona are not requiring any helmet usage. 

The Latest News in E-Bikes 

On April 1, 2020 New York legalized electric bikes and scooters. This gives more availability to scooter services, as well as opens up delivery work for immigrant workers, who weren’t able to previously deliver food (due to not having a driver’s license). In other news, the Bureau of Land Management has asked the public for comments on proposed e-bike regulations. In their press release, BLM has asked for considerations on regulating e-bikes on their land. The proposed rule would “... facilitate increased recreational opportunities for all Americans, especially those with physical limitations, and would encourage the enjoyment of lands and waters managed by the BLM.” In related news, the National Parks Service is following suit with BLM, proposing regulations on e-bike usage in parks across the country. In the press release, the National Parks Service proposed allowing e-bikes in all the same places as traditional bicycles, in all 380 individual National Parks. 

If you’re in the market for a new bike and considering an e-bike or eMTB, first make sure you understand what all that entails. Ensure you’re up to speed on your state's laws surrounding classification, places to ride and your state’s safety laws. For more information on e-bikes, regulations, and how to advocate for e-bike laws, check out People for Bikes e-bike page here. 

Sources: Mordor Intelligence, People for Bikes (Infographic, E-bike Homepage), Consumer Product Safety Act - Low-Speed Electric Bicycles, National Conference of State Legislatures (State Electric Bicycle Laws | A Legislative Primer), The University of Tennessee-Knoxville, Dresden University of Technology, Utrecht University, The Verge, Bureau of Land Management, Proposed New Rule, National Parks Service 

What is Outerbike?

“What exactly is Outerbike?” Put simply, Outerbike is the mountain bike demo event. You arrive, you ride the best bikes in the world on the some of the best trails in the world, you make new friends, and you go home happy. Outerbike is a rare opportunity to try the bikes for yourself and decide what moves you.

Here are some other questions we’re asked frequently:

“Do I really get to ride all these bikes?”

Yes. Yes you do.

There are three ticket options at Outerbike. The full demo pass does indeed allow you to ride all the bikes. You should bring your pedals and a hydration pack, but we’ll supply the steeds.

If you love your own bike so dearly that you dare not throw a leg over another, we also offer a BYOB ticket—bring your own bike. It allows you access to all things Outerbike, including cold beer, daily lunches and new friends, but on ole faithful. It’s kind of like a three-day resort experience: Bring your bike, ride the world’s best trails, get shuttled around, and get fed. What’s not to like?

Finally, for those who may not want to ride, but find joy in experiential excellence, there is a social pass. This gets you all social access to a cycling event unlike any other. Feed off the stoke of those around you, ask questions, keep on with the new friends, and maybe ride a bike next year—no pressure though.

“How Do You Choose Where to Hold Events?”                           

Outerbike events are unlike any other demo events because we realize that to truly test a bike, you need somewhere extraordinary to do that.

That’s why we hold events in the nation’s meccas of mountain biking, where you can test bicycles on the kind of trails you dream of riding them on.  We believe that buying a new bike needs to be informed by real experiences on real trails, so we give you opportunities to try the best, on the best.  

“What Skill Levels are Represented at Outerbike Events?”

This is perhaps the most important question we’re frequently asked, and it’s one we’re committed to answering every time. We welcome riders of every skill level, and accommodating those riders is a huge part of choosing where to hold events.

World-class riding doesn’t just mean big drops, crazy tech and fat berms—it also means mellow flow, and rides everyone can have fun doing. Outerbike events are designed to offer something for every type of rider, and we proudly serve riders of every skill level imaginable. If you’re looking to get into the sport of mountain biking, there are few better places to start than Outerbike.

 “Which bike companies will be there?”

The answer to this question changes at each event, so we can’t provide a master list. But here’s what you really need to know: Outerbike does our utmost to offer everything.

From the major brands, down to custom builds you won’t find in your local shop, we bring the bikes that represent every sector of shred. The only way to know for sure is to see it for yourself.

How Do I Explain Outerbike to Others?

Great question. Here are some useful analogies for your non-cyclist friends:

Golfers: Spend three days at Augusta National taking your pick from all the newest, coolest components in golf from brands like Calloway, Titleist and Ping. Put together your dream golf bag, have a complimentary caddy, and maybe run into Jordan Spieth. Who knows?

Musicians: A stage. Rows of amplifiers. Play half a song with a Gibson, then decide you want a thinner neck, and switch to that Telecaster you’ve always hoped for. Sit behind a Steinway, strike a Tama Studio Pro with all maple shells and try 10 different double bass pedals until you finally find a technology that can keep up with your feet. Maybe Dave Grohl will walk by and suggest you loosen your grip on those sticks.

“Should I Come to an Outerbike Event?”

Our turn to ask a question:

Do you enjoy bikes, the cycling industry at large, world-class riding, the company of other riders, cold beer, or a good time in general? If you answered ‘yes’ to any of those, then our answer is a yes right back—you should come to an Outerbike event.

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