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Is there any exemptions for senior citizens with a class II bikes riding the trail?


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Nebraskan from Panhandle on 7/11/2026 5:23:32 AM:
We love the black hills and trail but it looks like we cannot enjoy the trail any more!!!

 
Mark from Saint Louis, MO 63144 on 7/11/2026 6:41:26 AM:
Exemptions for Senior Citizens

There are no specific exemptions for senior citizens regarding the e-bike law on the Mickelson Trail.

All riders, regardless of age, must adhere to the same regulations, which only permit Class I e-bikes.

Implications
Senior citizens who wish to use the trail must use a Class I e-bike to comply with the law.

This uniformity in the law means that age does not influence the type of e-bike allowed on the trail.

 
Mark from Saint Louis, MO 63144 on 7/11/2026 7:17:41 AM:
The last time I was in Hill City and Deadwood there were a couple of places that rent Class 1 e-bikes. Since the new law passed, there may be more places offering to rent Class 1 bikes. I'm not sure. Here is a link to some of them:

https://www.mickelsontrailaffiliates.com/bike-shops