It seems counterintuitive but learning how to brake properly can go a long way towards making you go faster on your mountain bike. Read on to find out how to step up your braking performance and learn proper braking technique that will take your mountain biking to new heights. Body position As you brake, your … Read more
Pump tracks, packed with rollers, berms and sometimes even small jumps, are loads of fun to loop on your mountain bike. But what exactly are they, and how can your mountain biking benefit from practicing on one? What is a pump track? A pump track is a type of trail or track designed to allow … Read more
The vibrant colors, the smell of fallen leaves on the forest floor, the crunching as your tires roll over them, the cooler air. If you’re in a region that experiences the fall season, its a great time to get out on your local trails for a ride and take it all in. Never done fall … Read more
Mountain biking is an exhilarating pastime that takes you on adventures through trails of all kinds from mild to wild. But did you know that mountain biking also gives riders a whole host of health benefits? Biking works out your heart One of the most important health benefits of mountain biking is the excellent cardio … Read more
Deciding on which mountain bike to get yourself can be a tough decision – because of how costly a new bike is you’ll want to make sure you make the right choice. In modern mountain biking, the lines between different types of bikes have started to blur. If you’re thinking of getting a trail bike … Read more
From fast desert trails to riding through lush forests, the United States has no shortage of outstanding mountain bike destinations. Each destination offers its own unique blend of trails, features, and of course, adventure! We’ve highlighted seven of the very best below: 1. Moab, Utah Moab is a mountain bike mecca of sorts, as mountain … Read more
Tubeless tires have become increasingly popular in the sport of mountain biking in recent years, and for good reason: they reduce the risk of punctures, and they can run lower tire pressures, improving both traction and ride quality. However, running tubeless tires does come with some drawbacks too. Read on to find out if a … Read more
Do you notice your front wheel hitting obstacles while you’re mountain biking and its slowing you down and making for a rough ride? Manuals are a great technique to learn on your MTB that will allow you to get your wheel up and over obstacles with ease, and are a building block for more advanced … Read more
Riding roots may look easy for seasoned mountain bikers, but if you’re newer to the sport they can be quite intimidating! The fear of losing control and falling can cause riders to lock up and struggle over roots. Read on for some trusty keys to get you cruising over rooty sections of trail problem free! … Read more
Catching air, sending it, flying high. One of the coolest and most impressive things mountain bikers do is hit jumps that send them soaring through the air. There’s a reason clips of riders hitting big jumps get so many hits, and it looks fun too! Hitting jumps on your mountain bike can be a lot … Read more