Did winter weather let you mountain bike more or less this year than usual?

A warm and dry winter means more mountain biking. A cold and wet one might just mean... more layers.
By Jeff Barber
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It’s spring in the northern hemisphere, and some of us are feeling unusually good about our fitness for this time of year. And then there are those of us who feel like we’re way behind. Whether you had a warm and dry winter that let you ride your mountain bike more than usual, or a cold and wet one that kept you indoors, we want to know what it was like for you to get to spring.

Did winter weather affect your riding this year?

Tell us how your local MTB trails held up to winter riding in the comments below.

 
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Mountain Bikes and Gear
Did you test ride your mountain bike before you purchased it?
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Dropper Posts
Is your bike's dropper post electronic?
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Mountain Bikes and Gear
Where did you purchase your last mountain bike?
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Suspension
Is your mountain bike suspension electronic?