Who is responsible for maintaining the trail?
Each town that the trail passes through is responsible for the section in that town, and towns may choose to work together. The NHNCGA, and the "friends of" groups are not responsible for trail upkeep, though they may assist with cleanups and repair of trail amenities. For specific trail problems, it is best to contact the town.
Are electric bikes (ebikes) allowed on the NHNCG?
These are general guidelines for the NHNCG in Connecticut and Massachusetts, subject to local regulations. See the state and local laws for more detailed information.
Class 1 and Class 2 ebikes are allowed, subject to the same rules as non-electric bikes. Class 3 bikes are not allowed. Also not allowed are bikes that have been built or modified to exceed the power and/or speed of Class 2 bikes. Nothing prevents an ebike from going faster than the destined max assisted speed by coasting or pedaling, however the same speed limit (and other) laws that apply to regular pedal bikes also apply to ebikes.
Class 1: ebikes have a motor that can assist in propelling the bike. The maximum assisted speed is 20 mph . Pedaling controls the assistance. There is no throttle.
Class 2: ebikes are the same as Class 1, with the addition of a throttle, which can propel the bike with or without pedaling.
Class 3: ebikes are similar to Class 1 bikes except the maximum assisted speed is 28 mph. Class 3 e-bikes are not allowed.