When I walked into my local bike shop last summer and asked the salesperson what would be the absolute cheapest option for hauling a bike on top of my minivan—which already had a luggage rack on it—he told me I … Continue reading
Cinema Sunday: “Washington Basin, Idaho”
Idaho is home to more gorgeous, high-alpine singletrack than you can shake a flat tube at! These trails in Washington Basin are about equidistant to Sun Valley and Salmon (chukt‘s stomping grounds). While there are currently amazing trails everywhere you … Continue reading
Week in Review: Mountain Bike PODs
Every day of the week we feature an excellent user-submitted mountain bike photo as our Photo of the Day. Just in case you missed one or two from the past week, here are the seven most recent PODs that we’ve published. … Continue reading
Video: Whistler Bike Park Opening Day
Today, May 17th, marks a significant day that mountain bikers the world over anticipate every spring: the official opening of the Whistler Bike Park! Thanks to a low snow year and an exceptionally warm, dry spring, Whistler Bike Park is … Continue reading
Review: Raleigh XXIX+G Steel 29er
The Raleigh XXIX+G is a steel hardtail 29er that sports classic styling with a real disposition toward modern technology and real performance. While it’s available as a singlespeed or with a 3×10 drivetrain, I chose to test the 3×10—Raliegh calls … Continue reading
Arizona Trail 300: Bikepacking Race Report Part III
Getting into Oracle, I was pumped for the last section. I was tucked into my bivy as the sun slowly rose; for some reason my alarm didn’t go off. Luckily I woke up just as Dave passed by. I hustled … Continue reading
Cat5Gear Cyclist Case Review
As a Canadian, it’s always cool to see a new company from my homeland like Cat5Gear hit the scene. The Cat5Gear Cyclist Case is designed for carrying bike gear when you travel in a single, easy-to-carry bag. No need for multiple … Continue reading
Arizona Trail 300: Bikepacking Race Report, Part II
Despite all the bad luck with my fork and tire, the desert was still a beautiful place. After the successful tire surgery and a fun night ride, I grabbed some Z’s at the La Selvilla Picnic Area. My sleep was interrupted … Continue reading
Shimano Unzen 6 Hydration Pack
Hang on a second, guys. I’m going to throw on my robe and pointy hat. There we go. Now I’m walking across the hallway to my special wizarding room. Yes, I’m lighting some candles now. What am I doing? Oh, … Continue reading
Cinema Sunday: “Sam Pilgrim – My Cross Country Loop”
Do you throw backflips in your average, everyday, “not [very] serious” suburban cross country rides? Sam Pilgrim does: (Watch the video here.)
Week in Review: Mountain Bike PODs
Every day of the week we feature an excellent user-submitted mountain bike photo as our Photo of the Day. Just in case you missed one or two from the past week, here are the seven most recent PODs that we’ve published. … Continue reading
Arizona Trail 300: Bikepacking Race Report, Part I
I wake up from a nap next to my fully-loaded bike. I hear Big Dave rustling and I get out of my bivy. I needed the nap to at least attempt the last push up and over the very difficult … Continue reading


