Ebike /bicycle safety

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renzom667New member18 July 2022 23:57:24

How safe are bicycles riders in Dominicana?

I want to bring my ebike to Dominicana, it's better to purchase one there? Can you provide me with a Name of a store where I can inquire about a purchase? Please! Gracias

plannerDominican Republic Expert19 July 2022 10:42:06

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We have the highest road death rate in the world. 80% are from motorcycles. I will suggest your ebike or bicycle won't be overly safe.

As to bringing yours or buying here - limited selection here and the price will be high.

sberger50Active member19 July 2022 12:45:00

The DR traffic and drivers are bad enough, but then throw in a e-biker in the mix and you are in big danger. E-bikes do not have the power or pick-up to keep up with the mad-dash driving which will make you a road hazard and to some, a target! It may work in a small quite community, but not in the major cities and roadways. Take out some really good health insurance since you may not need it on the e-bike.

renzom667New member19 July 2022 14:41:10

@sberger50

Thank you.

legs208Active member20 July 2022 05:25:39

I visit the DR 3-4 times a year and bring my gravel bike with me. You need a minimum of 35mm tires.

In SD, I usually ride the Malecon early in the morning. It has a bike path and it about 5 miles long. There is also a large park (name escapes me) that has a 3-4 mile loop.

Las Terrenas, I ride up to Lemon and back about 20 miles or go through Coson on the toll road. Also there is an putter loop , it’s about 10 miles total. Las Terrenas is not flat, so expect some rolling hills.

I have also rode in Punta Cana, Puerto Plata and other places. I would suggest you go on Strava and look at the rides others have done.

renzom667New member20 July 2022 15:14:30

@legs208

Thank you.

SBalentineMember02 August 2022 17:31:02

I brought my ebike here and love it. I ride in my community, to a few close restaurants, a community where friends live that is close and occasionally to the stable where my horse is early in the morning. I have to be hyper vigilant, and I installed review mirrors on both sides to see what is coming up behind me. I don't drive my bike during busy hours outside my community, but I love having it here.

Tripp789Contributor03 August 2022 00:48:19

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My wife and I have thought of bringing ebikes to use on the beaches in Cabarete. I doubt we’d ride on the roadways for all the reasons above.

However, I’ve never seen an ebike on any beach ever. Does anyone know if If it legal to ride them there?

TippjSerial expat03 August 2022 02:50:49

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How much does an e - bike costs ,

plannerDominican Republic Expert03 August 2022 10:17:34

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I Don't think bikes are allowed on beaches! Imagine what that could lead to.

snowinpalmActive member03 August 2022 11:27:03

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Last year we lived in a community right on Cabarete Bay (Bahia de Arena) and I own a fat tire bike I rode up and down the beach. There were several others, as well, and no one bothered us or even seemed to notice.

Tripp789Contributor04 August 2022 11:16:17

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@Tippj

You can buy them (in the USA) from $1500 to $5000+.

TippjSerial expat04 August 2022 12:32:05

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Some of these e-bikes can go up to

$2000 I’ve seen them in Costco for

$7-800 usd and they were just mid- leval

🤔

TippjSerial expat04 August 2022 12:36:25

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I was wondering how much they cost in the DR

Lyon4toNew member19 April 2023 14:26:30

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@planner I think it's highest because the reporting is better than Egypt's! (personal observation, no offence to Egyptians)

FreedmeisterActive member19 April 2023 15:20:07

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@renzom667 I live in Las Terrenas, and mountain bike ride all over the DR. We have a good shop here that has specialized e-bikes and a few other brands, both for the town and the Enduro crowds. Plenty available in the capitol.

Safety is fine for bikers in the woods or highways, but in the urban areas it's definitely a little iffy. Defensive riding is must.

Also, we have great mountain bike park here in Las Terrenas that I help maintain. There are a good crowds of road, beach, and mtbikers in most towns. A good mix of Dominicans and expats makes the communication interesting!

ddmcgheeDominican Republic Expert20 April 2023 17:32:34

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Also, we have great mountain bike park here in Las Terrenas that I help maintain. There are a good crowds of road, beach, and mtbikers in most towns. A good mix of Dominicans and expats makes the communication interesting!
-@Freedmeister

Where is the mountain bike park in LT?

FreedmeisterActive member21 April 2023 02:04:45

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Contact Louis ay Real Bike Las Terrenas. Tell him Josh sent you.

https://www.mtbvacationsdr.com/

ddmcgheeDominican Republic Expert21 April 2023 10:37:54

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I’m not interested in riding - just curious! The triathlon here in LT uses our hill as part of the route.it must be tough!

polo1clubSerial expat21 April 2023 16:13:46

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There a lot of mountain bike trails in North SD, it feels like you are miles out side the city but yet only 10 mins away, by Aeropuerto La Isabela. Great trails! FYI

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