To E or Not To E: Riding the Marin Rift Zone E1 on Local Trails

I put the Marin Rift Zone E1 through its paces on a trail I know like the back of my hand. How does it compare to my trusty Salsa Blackthorn? In a word: surprising.
From wild descents to “impossible” climbs, I finally understand the eMTB hype—and I’ve got thoughts. Is it time to make the switch? I break down what worked, what didn’t, and what every rider should know before going full E.