Staying warm while riding during winter is no easy feat. You have to think creatively, get the right gear and spend time warming up. However challenging it may seem— staying warm during winter rides is far from impossible. In fact, winter mountain biking can be some of the most fun! Here are seven ways to …
Building and maintaining your mountain biking skills isn’t just about what happens in the saddle; it’s about your overall physical and mental health, as well. Mountain bikers who crosstrain often experience better PRs and fewer injuries, as well as quicker recovery when accidents happen. Are looking to add additional workouts into your routine that diversify …
Mountain biking is an incredible sport. It’s engaging, exhilarating and empowering. You can get a great cardio workout that is low-impact but high-reward. When you begin biking, it’s easy to feel a little lost; things might seem more complicated than they actually are. That’s normal with any new adventure sport! You can make yourself more …
Basic Mountain Bike Maintenance: 5 Tips You Need to Know Before You Hit The Trails Read More »
If you’re an active person, you’d naturally be drawn to vacations that are brimming with outdoor activities. That’s why ski resorts often have hiking and snowshoeing, or why cruises offer excursions like snorkeling or surfing. And just like downhill skiers or surfers, mountain bikers are often drawn to thrill-seeking vacations. If you’re looking for a …
Mountain biking is an extreme sport. The level that you take it to depends entirely on your comfort and experience, but just being on two wheels on a trail is quite extreme in and of itself. While some people prefer to stay on those wide, packed-dirt trails for the entirety of their mountain biking tenure, …
You don’t need steep trails and rugged mountains to go mountain biking. Just about any off-pavement riding will be rewarding. From scenic views to downhill stretches there are many moments where you will feel light— both physically and mentally. There will also be many moments where you have to work— and work hard. For some …
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Parents love to share their hobbies with their children— though children certainly don’t always feel the same. It’s natural for you to want to share mountain biking with your child; it’s not just what you love but also a part of who you are. However, forcing them to love it the same way you do …
Most mountain bike riders will frequently share trails with hikers, runners, horseback riders, orienteers and other outdoor enthusiasts. This diversity of recreation means that there are rules of the trail that everyone is following, but also guidelines specific to each sport. Sometimes following these rules means slowing down or even stopping, which can certainly be …
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Seniors interested in learning how to mountain bike have an exciting adventure ahead of them. However, they also have considerations to make that will help them start this new adventure off well. Here are five questions seniors should ask when deciding if mountain biking is right for them. Why mountain biking? Mountain biking boasts numerous …
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Do you want to feel healthier in your mind and body? It’s not always easy to get out on your bike and ride, but afterward you are almost always glad you did. Mountain biking isn’t for the weak willed. It’s hard and takes practice, but is incredibly rewarding— especially when you make it a habit. …