The Apex Adventurer
Lots of MTBers know fat bikes as a way to keep their mountain biking going when there’s snow on the ground. But how are fat bikes to use on regular mountain bike trails during warmer seasons? Can they be used as an all around mountain bike? Read on to find out! The difference between a … Read more
You’re ripping through your local MTB trails and you come to a steep descent. Rather than slowing down or worrying if your seat is too high up, you push a lever and seamlessly drop your seat nice and low and attack the descent with confidence. If this sounds like you, you already get how much … Read more
While the pressure in your mountain bike tires isn’t always a hot topic of discussion in the mountain bike world, it can be much more important than you may think. Having the wrong tire pressure can make your ride a lot bumpier, can reduce your traction on the trail, and can even be dangerous. By … Read more
When it comes to trail bikes, not all are created equal. Some are smoother on descents, some better for climbing. Both the Marin Rift Zone 2 and the Kona Process 134 are fun do-it-all trail bikes, with balanced geometry and solid components. Read on for our complete breakdown of the Marin Rift Zone 2 vs. … Read more
The Co-op Cycles DRT 1.1 is an awesome entry level mountain bike that both looks great and is fun to ride. The bike’s snappy handling, reliability, and the sharpness of its braking go above and beyond what you’d expect from a bike designed with newer mountain bikers in mind. Pros Cons Check Current Price Bike … Read more
If you’re relatively new to riding a mountain bike, you may be asking yourself how long do MTB tires last? The answer is it can vary greatly, and depends on your riding style and the types of trails that you ride, as well as the model of tires you’re using. As a rule of thumb, … Read more
Mountain biking is lots of things: fun, exhilarating, exciting, but it can also be dangerous. But just how dangerous is mountain biking? The answer is that depends on your experience, how and where you ride, the protective equipment you wear and many other risk factors. Mountain biking injuries: What do the statistics say? By the … Read more
Cross country mountain biking is a fun way to get out on the trails and enjoy nature, work on your fitness level, and even compete against other riders. It’s also the perfect mountain bike discipline for group rides, and a good way to get your start in mountain biking. Unsure whether XC riding is right … Read more
Looking for a full suspension trail bike that is fun to ride and lives for fast and rowdy descents? The Kona Process 134 is an awesome mid travel shredder that handles smoothly and confidently, and is plenty of fun from the first ride. Pros Cons Bike specs (Kona Process 134 29 with aluminum frame) Frame … Read more
Riding your mountain bike on the road is something that can be done, but should you? Why would someone want to ride a mountain bike on the road? What should you keep in mind if you do? Read on for more about taking your MTB road riding. Why use a mountain bike on the road? … Read more