Enduro World Series Releases Results of Comprehensive Mountain Biking Injury Study Mountain biking can be a very safe, or very dangerous sport, depending on how and where you ride. The Enduro World Series recently released the results of what they are calling “the largest medical study ever undertaken in Mountain Biking.” The study was conducted by sports scientists from Edinburgh Napier University and is available here. The first part of the […] Cycle Mike Lavery | June 21, 2019 0 Comments
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Sunski Topekas: Performance Shades for Every Day [Sponsored by Sunski Sunglasses] Even if you’re a die-hard skier, it’s about time to tally your days and call it a season. Face it, your goggle tan is fading, the trails are drying, and all your friends are out mountain biking. Summer is right around the corner, and if you’re not ready, it’ll be over before you know it. As I’ve made […] Gear Review Mike Lavery | May 21, 2019 0 Comments
Gear Review: Maxxis Forekaster. My New Favorite Tires I’m signed up for a mountain bike race later this fall that has a history of being quite muddy. I’m flying there, only bringing one set of wheels, and don’t want to worry about changing tires at the last minute. I bought a pair of Maxxis Forekaster 29 x 2.35″ tires on sale over Labor Day and so far I’m very impressed. […] Gear Review Mike Lavery | September 14, 2018 0 Comments
Conditions Report: Grand Targhee Bike Park Closing Weekend It’s already snowing around the mountain west, but there’s nothing better than fall mountain biking. Temperatures are cooling off, the trees are changing color, and the trails are buffed out. I rode Grand Targhee’s bike park today and it’s in prime condition. The trails are firmly packed with just a little rocky mountain moon dust on top. I brought my […] Mike Lavery | September 14, 2018 0 Comments
Golden, Colorado Looking To Build “Singletrack Sidewalks” For Mountain Bikers The city of Golden, Colorado is considering building small sections of natural surface trail adjacent to existing bike paths. Called SingleTrack Sidewalks (STS), the program is being led by The Golden Giddyup, a local non-profit focused on trail development in the area. The six proposed sections of trail would add up to only about 1.26 miles. The trails would be […] Cycle Mike Lavery | August 25, 2018 0 Comments
Are Carbon Mountain Bikes Tough Enough For You? Yes. That’s the quick answer. I’m still surprised to find people out there that think carbon is fragile and weak. It’s not true. Here’s what you need to know about carbon fiber bikes and manufacturing. Unless you’re paying for a custom ride, most bikes at the shop today are made of aluminum or carbon fiber. In mountain bikes, aluminum still dominates […] Cycle Mike Lavery | August 21, 2018 0 Comments
Conditions Report: Copper City Trails, Montana. Hot and Smokey The Copper City trails are a relatively new trail system due to some awesome collaboration between the BLM and SW Montana Mountain Bike Association. They’re being constructed on public land in Three Forks, Montana, about 30 minutes outside of Bozeman. There’s a mix of flowy single track, technical riding, and a fun downhill trail with a handful of jumps. We […] Conditions Report Mike Lavery | August 17, 2018 0 Comments
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