Do I need clipless pedals to get into mountain biking?
Clipless pedals offer a range of benefits for mountain bikers, including more efficient pedaling power, more control in certain situations, and a more thorough connection to your bike. Despite those benefits, you do not need clipless pedals and shoes to ride. How do you decide if they’re right for you? That depends on several factors. […]
Notes From the Newbie: Mindfulness on the Trail
The evening before I embarked on my first mountain biking lesson, I decided to go for a run to calm my nerves. Racing thoughts about what lay ahead were stuck on repeat: What if I get hurt? What if I get hurt and can’t run the race I’ve been training for? What if everyone is […]
Notes From the Newbie: What It’s Like Taking Mountain Bike Lessons for the First Time
My heart was racing as I drove north from Seattle. To get to Bellingham and the mountain bike lessons to which I had committed, it was a straight shot on I-5 for 80 miles and there was hardly any traffic on that weekend morning. It was just me, the road, my intrusive thoughts, and the […]
What mountain bike accessories do I need?
Once you’ve found the mountain bike that’s right for you, you’re going to need some mountain bike accessories. These will make your ride more pleasant, fun, and safe. It’s easy to get overwhelmed and spend too much money, of course. So here’s a list of the basic mountain bike accessories you’ll need before you hit […]
What mountain bike should I buy?
When you walk into a bike shop or browse a bike company’s website, you’ll find a wide variety of different mountain bikes. Mountain biking consists of different categories or styles of riding, and there are specific bikes that cater toward the unique demands of each riding genre. What mountain bike you should buy if you’re […]
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Endura MT500 MIPS mountain bike helmet: Lemme See That!
The MT500 MIPS mountain bike helmet from Endura takes impacts seriously. Most helmets nowadays feature MIPS, a system that helps dissipate rotational forces in the first milliseconds of a crash. The MT500 MIPS helmet does, too. And on top of that, Endura adds another layer of impact protection by incorporating Koroyd into the helmet. That […]
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Do I need clipless pedals to get into mountain biking?
Clipless pedals offer a range of benefits for mountain bikers, including more efficient pedaling power, more control in certain situations, and a more thorough connection to your bike. Despite those benefits, you do not need clipless pedals and shoes to ride. How do you decide if they’re right for you? That depends on several factors. […]
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Endura MT500 Burner Clipless Shoe review
Endura’s MT500 Burner Clipless shoes fit neatly into the trail category, something an everyday rider who occasionally needs to hop off the bike to hike needs for versatile riding situations. Lots of ankle coverage and a wide variety of sizes means the Burner Clipless shoe will feel like home for a wide swath of riders. […]
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ROLL Recovery R8 Plus Review
The ROLL Recovery R8 Plus is a deep tissue massage roller with adjustable spring tension. If the brand’s name isn’t clear enough, the R8 Plus is primarily a recovery tool. But fear not, it works just as well to break up muscle tension before your ride. It’s well-built with stainless steel hardware and ball bearings […]
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Revel Rail29 Review
The Rail29 offers “confidence in any terrain” according to the Revel website. After testing this big-wheel behemoth, specifically the X01 Eagle build, I found it to be supremely capable, especially for enduro races and bike park trails. However, for someone of my size (read: short), the larger frame was a bit of a drag for […]
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Kitsbow Laurel Mountain Merino Tee Review
We’re deep into autumn now and Kitsbow’s Laurel Mountain Merino Tee is definitively my fall ride shirt of choice. The well-crafted, wool-blend tee is an ideal option as the temperatures continue to drift down, but may not be the best option for those scorching temperatures many of us saw this summer. Price: $89 Rating: ★★★★☆ […]
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Endura MT500 MIPS mountain bike helmet: Lemme See That!
The MT500 MIPS mountain bike helmet from Endura takes impacts seriously. Most helmets nowadays feature MIPS, a system that helps dissipate rotational forces in the first milliseconds of a crash. The MT500 MIPS helmet does, too. And on top of that, Endura adds another layer of impact protection by incorporating Koroyd into the helmet. That […]
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Endura MT500 Burner Clipless Shoe review
Endura’s MT500 Burner Clipless shoes fit neatly into the trail category, something an everyday rider who occasionally needs to hop off the bike to hike needs for versatile riding situations. Lots of ankle coverage and a wide variety of sizes means the Burner Clipless shoe will feel like home for a wide swath of riders. […]
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ROLL Recovery R8 Plus Review
The ROLL Recovery R8 Plus is a deep tissue massage roller with adjustable spring tension. If the brand’s name isn’t clear enough, the R8 Plus is primarily a recovery tool. But fear not, it works just as well to break up muscle tension before your ride. It’s well-built with stainless steel hardware and ball bearings […]