Is an E-Bike Safety Course Worth Taking Before Your First Ride in Oregon?
Electric bikes are transforming how Oregonians get around. Whether you’re commuting to work in Bend, running errands across town, or simply exploring local trails and pathways, an e-bike offers a practical, affordable, and sustainable way to travel. But before you hit the pavement for the first time, there’s an important question worth asking: should you […]
2025 E-bike Rebate Recap
The 2025 E-Bike Rebate Program was rewarding and impactful! With a total of 504 applicants, we were thrilled to award rebates to 70 individuals that were selected through a lottery. This allowed for these community members to purchase their very own e-bike. We are excited to support our community in embracing a more sustainable and […]
Commute Options Hosts First In-Person E-bike Safety Class
Commute Options recently hosted our first in-person e-bike safety class! The class took place at Bend Electric Bikes, one of local bike shops participating in this year’s E-Bike Rebate Program. This free session focused on topics for Oregon riders, including e-bike laws, infrastructure, and best safety practices. As e-bikes continue to grow in popularity as […]
E-Bike Safety Assembly
Commute Options recently participated in an E-Bike Safety Assembly at Pacific Crest Middle School in partnership with school administration, Dave Burger, whose son Trenton lost his life in an e-bike crash in 2023, a local trauma surgeon, and local law enforcement. The assembly covered bike safety tips including helmet fitting, yielding to other users on […]
E-Bike Webinar with Chris Thomas
Join us on September 6th from 5-6:30 pm to talk E-Bike law with Chris Thomas, an attorney based in Portland and a leading expert in E-Bike Law. An opportunity to clear up the gray areas around Oregons E-bike Laws and get up to speed on how to safely navigate the growing trend of Electric Micro […]
E-Bike Voucher Program recap
Our E-Bike Voucher program wrapped up in June, and was a huge success! The program was made possible by a Pacific Power E-Mobility Grant received by the City of Bend. 75 qualified participants received a $2,000 instant rebate to be used toward the purchase of an e-bike. After completing an application, qualified applicants were then […]