Terror On The Trails. Can’t We All Just Play Nice? Like sunny days and warm temperatures, summertime is the season for mountain bikers getting injured by booby-trapped trails. It’s sad and scary that it has become a common occurrence. Whether these are childish pranks or true attempts to injure others, does it really have to come down to this? Wire snares, spike strips, barbed wire, blockades, and even Punji Stake […] Biking Mike Lavery | May 9, 2024 7 Comments
5 Courtesy Tips For Conflict Free Mountain Biking This Summer Warmer temperatures, beautiful views, clear skies, and dry trails make summer the best time to be on a bike. After ripping a few evening hot laps, I was reminded of some things we could all do to be better trail users before things get out of hand… Be a good pet owner. I love biking with dogs, but they do […] Biking Mike Lavery | June 3, 2022 4 Comments
Invasion of the E-Bikes. Coming to a Trail Near You, Maybe. E-bikes are the fastest-growing segment in the cycling industry today. Some companies report that e-bikes account for up to 25% of their annual sales. That’s huge for a category that has only taken off in the past few years. The bike industry as a whole is struggling, but people want electric bikes. Out for a ride last week on National Forest […] Biking Mike Lavery | July 19, 2019 14 Comments
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